POSTED: 06/04/14 at 2:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Cougar's Den
By Hope Wallace What does it mean when 15 percent of a population is over the age of 65? Yes, it means we are living longer, are more active in our later years and that is wonderful! It also means a slowing population growth, which can ultimately stagnate an economy. Van Wert County’s percentage is […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 1:42 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
By Rex Dolby The Camera Club’s next meeting will be Thursday, June 12, at 7 p.m. at the Wassenberg Art Center. “Flowers” will be the competition theme in prints and slides as well as makeup slide competition for the missed winter meeting. Any Wassenberg Art Center member may submit up to four prints and/or slides […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 1:32 pm. FILED UNDER: Camera Club News
The Kids Health Fair was held at Lincolnview on Friday, May 16. The students took a quiz after learning about the following topics at the health fair: Physical Activity: components of safe exercise include cardiorespiratory, muscle strength, muscle endurance, and flexibility. Nutrition- Food Fear Factor with Jicama and Pomegranate: What is Vitamin C and Fiber […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 1:27 pm. FILED UNDER: Lancer Lines
Sherrie L. Friedrich to James Paul Coburn and Bonnie L. Coburn, inlot 2170, Van Wert Judy M. Bettinger to Brian L. Froning and jane L. Froning, portion of section 36, Wilshire Township. Middle Point Fireman’s Association to Village of Middle Point, portion of inlot 21, Middle Point. Estate of Ervin Eugene Fabian to Nicole Fabian […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:45 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
VW independent/submitted information Community Health Professionals Inc. is piloting a new, nonmedical senior companion service this month, called Hometown Helpers. The companionship program offers caregivers who will spend time with seniors, providing socialization and assistance with living tasks like grocery shopping, errands, playing games, reading, transportation to appointments, eating a meal together, feeding a pet […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:55 am. FILED UNDER: News
YWCA of VW County information The YWCA of Van Wert County announces its 19th year of sponsorship of the free Summer Food Service Program for area youths. During the school year, many children receive free and reduced-price breakfast and lunch through the School Breakfast and National School Lunch Programs. However, during summer vacation children may […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:48 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Elks information All area residents are encouraged to attend the annual Flag Day service that will be held Thursday, June 12, at 7 p.m. in the Elks Lodge. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks sponsors the annual event. Also participating will be the Van Wert unit of the Civil Air Patrol. Flag […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
American Red Cross information The American Red Cross encourages eligible blood donors to make and keep donation appointments to maintain the summer blood supply and help prevent a shortage. Donors of all blood types are currently needed, especially those with type O negative, B negative and A negative. While the need for blood remains constant […]
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information WILLSHIRE — The annual Willshire Days Parade will be held Saturday, June 28, beginning at 4 p.m. Any groups, organizations, or individuals that would like to participate in the event should contact Karen Hunziker at 419.495.2802 or 419.495.2704.
POSTED: 06/04/14 at 12:41 am. FILED UNDER: News