By Catherine Kopack, reporter The Clever Clover 4H Club had its final meeting on July 14 from 3-4 p.m. at Grace Bible Church in Van Wert. Ten members were present. Kayla Krites led the 4H Pledge. Rachel Spath reported on Mosquito Bites for the Health and Safety Report. Members went through stations, reviewed judging and […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 1:53 pm. FILED UNDER: Youth
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 1:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Youth
By Hope Wallace Our next “After Notes” is scheduled on Aug. 1 following the “Don’t Stop Believin’” concert in Fountain Park. Enjoy a refreshing drink and popcorn, but most of all enjoy the company. “After Notes” at Wassenberg Art Center is open until 10 p.m. or until everyone goes home. If you haven’t had a […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 1:10 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
By Rex Dolby There has probably been a time or two when you received a picture from someone that seemed to take a long time to download and when it was done, the picture was so huge, you could only view part of it at a time. This situation results from the fact that modern […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 12:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Camera Club News
RRCH#3 LLC to William R. Bird and Michelle L. Bird, inlot 2651, Van Wert. Dale R. Springer and Carol L. Springer to Carolyn S. Kistler, lot 72-4, Van Wert subdivision. Estate of James R. Ringwald to M. Jean Ringwald, portion of section 10, Pleasant Township (Westhaven subdivision lots 23 and portion of 24). Kenneth L. […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 12:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
VW County Fair Board information The building upgrades, new rabbit barn, and changes in the band show aren’t the only things happening at the 2014 Van Wert County Fair. Last Thursday, members of the Van Wert County Fair Board discussed the fate of the fair’s gospel pavilion, which was severely damaged by high winds earlier this […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 6:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
United Way/FamilyWize information With the ongoing increase in efforts to effectively address mental health in communities across the country, United Way of Van Wert County and the FamilyWize Community Service Partnership have teamed together to provide a solution for the community. Local residents have saved $9,620 on mental health prescription medications they might not have […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 6:23 am. FILED UNDER: News
Elmco Engineering employees pose this week at the company’s facility on Grill Road. The company, which is a leading manufacturer of new and rebuilt powdered metal presses, recently donated $500 in funding for the YWCA’s summer food program. (Dave Mosier/independent)
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 6:20 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information AUBURN HILLS, Michigan — Continental Structural Plastics (CSP), a global leader in lightweight composite solutions, announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the composites operations of Magna Exteriors. This acquisition, which will make CSP the world’s largest sheet molding composites (SMC) compounder and manufacturer, includes the assets of five Magna facilities […]
Greve Chrysler Jeep Dodge will be sponsoring a $1 day at Camp Clay Aqua Park this summer. Local businesses purchase the day for the Van Wert community, access includes swimming, floating playground, zip-line, paddleboats, and a half-acre beach. To learn more, visit www.vwymca.org. Shown above are Greve Chrysler Jeep Dodge staff members Chuck Sperry, Brian […]
POSTED: 07/30/14 at 6:09 am. FILED UNDER: News