John Eldon Cramer

John Eldon Cramer, 79, of Port St. Lucie, Florida (and formerly of Van Wert), went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, June 22, 2014. He was born January 9, 1935, in Ohio City, the son of the late John and Lucille Cramer. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, […]

Real Estate Transfers 6/25/14

Melody Covel and Melody Yorkovich to Michael D. Yorkovich, portion of section 36, Pleasant Township. Martin O. Raudabaugh, Alice May Raudabaugh and Alice M. Raudabaugh to Martin O. Raudabaugh and Alice May Raudabaugh, portion of inlots 541, 542, Van Wert. JPMorgan Chase Bank to William C. Straley, portion of section 5, York Township. Wilmer B. […]

C’view Elem. Red, White & Blue Clubs

Crestview Elementary has inducted students into its Red, White and Blue Clubs. These students have earned this designation based on their academic performance during the third trimester. In order to be eligible for the Blue Club, students must have earned all “A’s” on the third trimester grade card, and have missed four or fewer days […]

Art Center has a lot going on

By Hope Wallace Does your child know who David Humphreys Miller was? David touched on a pivotal, national hot-point with his research and art by being one of the first individuals to formally interview and paint the Native American survivors of the Battle of Little Bighorn. He consulted and starred in 25 films and wrote […]

Proper naming of email competition photos

By Rex Dolby I asked Wassenberg Camera Club President Chris Wilson why it is so important to rename pictures emailed for competition in the following manner: Theme/Category.Name/Title of the picture. photographer’s name.jpg. It seemed to me that as long as the information was supplied, sequence was not important. He responded promptly with the following answer: “One, it’s consistent with any […]

Unemployment stagnant across Ohio

VW independent/ODJFS information While the state’s unemployment rate decreased somewhat in May, many individual counties saw little or no change in their jobless situation, according to figures released Tuesday by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. That was especially true of Van Wert and its five surrounding counties. Only two counties, Allen and […]

FEMA provides lightning safety tips

VW independent/FEMA information CHICAGO, Illinois — Summertime is meant for enjoying outdoor activities, but if you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to put you in danger. In recognition of Lightning Safety Awareness Week, the National Weather Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency want you to learn ways you can enjoy the warm temperatures […]

Ohio A-G: Beware storm repair scams

Ohio Attorney General’s information COLUMBUS — Following the storms that affected parts of the state on Monday, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is reminding consumers to research any contractors who offer to repair their homes. “The summer months are a peak time for home improvement, and it’s important to be especially cautious after a storm,” Attorney General […]

C’view seeks quotes to farm district acres

Crestview Local Schools information CONVOY — The Crestview Local School District will be taking quotes from anyone interested in farming the district’s 38.96 acres located on Convoy Road, just east of Convoy. The effective date of the lease will be January 1 to December 31, 2015, with the option of an automatic one-year renewal. Interested […]

Kraft recalling 260 cases of Velveeta

Health Dept. information Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 260 cases of Velveeta Original Pasteurized Recipe Cheese Product because it does not contain appropriate levels of sorbic acid, a preservative ingredient. While unlikely, the affected product could spoil prematurely and/or lead to food borne illness. The affected products may have been shipped to Walmart stores […]