New city ED employee

Celina native Caitlin Jones was introduced as the new program manager for the Van Wert City-Ohio State University Extension Economic Development Office. According to City Economic Development Director Cindy Leis, Jones will handle various office functions, including management of the city revolving loan fund operations. Jones is a graduate of Celina High School who earned a bachelor’s degree at Wright State University. Leis said Jones’ finance background, including a management position at Minster Bank in Minster, was a factor in her selection as program manager. Here, Jones (right) chats with Mayor Don Farmer and Leis at a reception held Tuesday morning. (Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)