By Hope Wallace It’s upon us! Check in for the 36th Annual Photography Exhibit is this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15. On those days, from 1-5 p.m., we will be here to help you register your photographs for this time-honored, exciting competition. Extra prospectuses will be available but it can take some time to fill […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 1:30 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
The Athletic Department invites readers to check out a new webpage dedicated to the athletes of Lincolnview. The link to the new website can be found by going to the school’s website (www.lincolnview.k12.oh.us ) and clicking on Athletics (located on the top of the page). Then in the Links box on the right side of […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 1:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Lancer Lines
D F Logistics Inc. to Kriegel Real Estate Investments LLC, lot 474, Van Wert subdivision. Estate of Clayton E. Clark (Clayton Clark) to David Clark, Paul Clark and David L. Clark, portion of section 6, Jennings Township. Stephen P. Zuer and Nicole R. Zuber to Adam R. Benner and Amy R. Benner, portion of section […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 12:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
Van Wert independent/Delphos PD information DELPHOS – Nine people were arrested on drug-related charges and two others on non-drug charges as a result of a drug bust held late last week. Delphos Police Chief Kyle Fittro said the latest operation is a continuation of drug enforcement efforts begun four years ago. “During late 2009, we […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 6:54 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent The Van Wert community has lost one of its most loyal volunteers with the death of Delores “Dee” Whitcraft on Tuesday. Whitcraft, a 27-year employee of Vantage Career Center who retired as Adult Education director, started her career as an instructor in the Early Childhood program. Those roots in early childhood education […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 6:22 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, held a 9-11 Service of Remembrance on Tuesday evening, September 10, at the Elks Lodge. The service paid tribute and respect to all those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and also honored all members of the United States armed forces who have […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 6:19 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent/NPAC news Tickets are going on sale for a number of shows at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. Tickets for the Sonos Handbell Ensemble went on sale Tuesday. With over 650 presale tickets sold, this holiday delight is certainly a popular family entertainment choice. Presented by Vancrest Health Care Centers, the Sonos […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 6:17 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent/VWHS information Twelve students at Van Wert High School have been recognized by the College Board because of their exceptional achievement on the Advanced Placement exams during the 2012-13 school year. One student has been recognized with the highest AP honor as a Scholar with Distinction: That honor is granted to students who […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 6:08 am. FILED UNDER: Youth
I know it’s only September and it is hot in Ohio, but from where I am writing you in Seaside, Calif., it’s a cool 55 degrees and feels closer to Christmas. I am visiting my daughter in Mountain View, Calif., but my mind is on the upcoming Christmas season at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. […]
POSTED: 09/11/13 at 5:15 am. FILED UNDER: News
Delores A. “Dee” Whitcraft, 67, of Van Wert, died at 3:01 a.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born January 30, 1946, in Van Wert County, the daughter of the late George and Edna (Deitrich) Hofmann. On February 18, 1967, she married Steve Whitcraft, who survives in Van […]
POSTED: 09/10/13 at 2:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries