Van Wert independent Van Wert County already has wind and solar energy, now comes the possibility of a green type of vehicular energy coming to the county. Sarah Smith, county economic development director, said Tuesday that Trillium CNG is looking at constructing a $1.2 million fueling station in the Van Wert area. The company, which […]
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 6:07 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert High School Freshmen Choir and Concert Choir (above) will be performing their final concert of the year on Tuesday May 20, at 7:30 p.m., in the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. The choirs will perform a variety of pieces, including pieces from Les Miserables and Wicked, as well as their […]
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 5:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
United Way of VW County information With the 2013 United Way campaign coming to a close at the end of June, the local group is planning a fundraiser to end the campaign. So far, the campaign has raised $415,000 toward the goal of $500,000. Anita Carvajal, campaign chair, is reaching out to the community to […]
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 5:15 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent/submitted information Real Money, Real World (RMRW) is a financial literacy program for young people ages 12-18 from Ohio State University Extension and 4-H Youth Development. The curriculum is time tested and has been highly successful because of the creative community efforts of Extension professionals, local teachers, and community volunteers. Real Money, Real […]
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YWCA of VW County information The AAUW is partnering with the YWCA of Van Wert County to present a public forum on “Human Trafficking: Ohio’s Tragic Reality” presented by Laurel Neufeld Weaver on Thursday, May 22, at 7 p.m. Laurel Neufeld Weaver is the rape crisis coordinator for Allen County Crime Victim Services, which helps […]
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Submitted information StateWide Ford Lincoln has awarded Bryce Campbell, a member of the Lincolnview High School FFA, a $1,000 scholarship through the National FFA Scholarship program. The Built Ford Tough FFA Scholarship Program is designed to recognize FFA members’ talents and accomplishments, while encouraging their future academic achievements. The scholarship is one of 530 scholarships […]
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 4:57 am. FILED UNDER: Youth
Rockford Recreation Assoc. information ROCKFORD — This summer, the Rockford Recreation Association will be hosting an adult coed sand volleyball power league that will be played on Sunday evenings at Shanes Park throughout June and July. Last fall, the old asphalt volleyball court located north of the log cabin was transformed into a sand court […]
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 4:53 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
A memorial service for Gloria Jean Giessler will be held at St. Paul’s Reformed Church, 6077 German Church Road in Ohio City, at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 22. Ron Fruth, pastor and longtime friend of the family, will officiate. Preferred memorials may be made the church.
POSTED: 05/14/14 at 4:48 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
This Sunday night at 7, the Senior Choir of First United Methodist Church in Van Wert will be presenting a hymn festival entitled: “Passionate Worship with Glorious Traditional Hymns.” This is for the entire community to participate and enjoy. It is not your typical “popcorn” style hymn fest where you come and just shout out your […]
POSTED: 05/13/14 at 9:54 pm. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Van Wert Mayor Don Farmer honored the Van Wert High School Robotics Club for its success at this year’s World Championships, while City Council concentrated on financial issues during its meeting Monday evening in Council Chambers. The mayor presented a proclamation to the Robotics Club honoring the group for its 12th place […]
POSTED: 05/13/14 at 8:38 am. FILED UNDER: News