Van Wert independent/VW County Foundation news The Van Wert County Foundation Board of Trustees chose a new board member, confirmed the hiring of a new executive secretary for the first time in 17 years and accepted five new donor funds during its December meeting. The foundation’s retiring executive secretary, Larry L. Wendel, reported the various actions. […]
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 8:18 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert swim team information WAPAKONETA — The Van Wert High School boys and girls swim teams traveled to the Wapakoneta YMCA to compete with Lima Shawnee and Wapakoneta. This meet was scored as a double dual. The Cougar boys lost to Wapakoneta 44-40 and Shawnee 54-40. The Cougar girls were also defeated by both […]
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 8:15 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Ohio State Highway Patrol news Winter weather driving is here to stay and the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Van Wert Post is asking all motorists to take additional care when driving during this season. During the winter months of December 2012 through March 2013 there were 103 weather related crashes in Van Wert and Paulding […]
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 8:13 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Middle School has announced its grade spelling champions and runners-up for this school year. They include (from the left) Angel Haller, sixth grade champion; Ben McNeal, sixth grade runner-up; Marshall Healey, seventh grade champion; Jordan Fetzer, seventh grade runner-up; Bri Martz, eighth grade champion; and David Parsons, eighth grade runner-up. (VWMS photo)
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 8:11 am. FILED UNDER: News
Ohio Attorney General’s Office news COLUMBUS — Following the announcement of the recent security breach affecting Target customers, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is offering advice for individuals who may be affected by the breach. “Security breaches are a cause for concern, but it’s important not to panic,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Just because your […]
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 8:06 am. FILED UNDER: News
American Red Cross information With the beginning of a new year comes a fresh start. New Year’s resolutions are often made to form good habits and reach new goals. This New Year’s, the American Red Cross encourages people to resolve to help patients in need through regular blood donations. As the winter season continues, blood […]
POSTED: 12/20/13 at 7:58 am. FILED UNDER: News
Crestview boys’ basketball information CONVOY — Presale tickets for Friday night’s game at Delphos Jefferson and next Friday, December 27, against Miller City will be on sale in the athletic office this Friday from 7:30 a.m.-3:20 p.m. Tickets are $4 for students and $5 adults. All tickets at the door are $6. Tickets for the […]
POSTED: 12/19/13 at 6:15 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor The Van Wert City Board of Education honored two outgoing board members, while also accepting the resignations of eight retiring staff members, effective the end of this school year. Superintendent Ken Amstutz gave wooden school bell mementos to both Board President Ken Markward and Board member Linda Owens for their service to […]
POSTED: 12/19/13 at 6:10 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Two people were sentenced, four entered plea changes, one admitted to violating probation and another waived her right to a speedy trial during hearings held Wednesday in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court. Shawn Thomas, 28, of Van Wert, was given three years of community control, including 60 days of electronically monitored […]
POSTED: 12/19/13 at 6:03 am. FILED UNDER: News
First Federal Savings & Loan made a $1,000 donation on Tuesday to the Salvation Army. Shown making the presentation to Major Art Barter of the Salvation Army are Becky Scheidt (left), First Federal loan operations; and Suzie Grimes, First Federal comptroller. (photo submitted)
POSTED: 12/19/13 at 5:56 am. FILED UNDER: News