The Van Wert County Courthouse

Sunday, May. 19, 2024

It’s times like these that add another wonderful dimension to this cool job. Richard Alan Morgan is a relative newcomer to the formal art scene. Morgan was an industrial welder up until a few years ago, then… he “retired.” No proverbial rocking chair was in Richard’s future, however. He began making stuff and wow, he […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 2:35 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?

By Hannah Bowen Last week, senior Connor Lautzenheiser shot an 87 at sectionals in Defiance to advance to districts, which will be today at Bowling Green. “I’m expecting to have to play better than usual to advance. I’ll have to shoot my best round ever,” said Lautzenheiser. Last Friday night, the Knights’ football team fell […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 2:28 pm. FILED UNDER: Knights in the News

The students in 3C worked together in groups to figure out how to successfully build a tower out of cups.  The students were challenged to think outside the box and discover new ways to make their cup towers sturdy.  They were also challenged to make the tallest tower in the classroom.  The winning tower was […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 1:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Lancer Lines

Calvary Preschool classes instructed by Julie Stewart and Vicki Chavarria took a field trip to Kennedy Kuhn to learn about tractors and farming.  The students were excited to see their names on the big screen prior to watching a video of harvest time. One of the highlights was tool time with Mike.  The students saw […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 1:17 pm. FILED UNDER: Youth

Estate of Dale R. Foltz and estate of Dale Ross Foltz to Dianne S. Foltz, portion of sections 21, 28, Hoaglin Township, portions of sections 20, 29, Ridge Township. Edith M. Gillespie Property Management Trust to Steven R. Oberlitner and krista R. Oberlitner, portion of section 32, York Township. Village of Willshire to Craig Weible, […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 1:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers

Michael W. Wallenhorst, 63, of Fort Jennings, died Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born November 3, 1951, in Lima, the son of Wilbur and Lucille (Recker) Wallenhorst, who both preceded him in death. Survivors include three brothers, Dave Wallenhorst and Tom (Alison) Wallenhorst, both of Fort Jennings, […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 11:48 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries

Patricia I. Myers, 87, died Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Delphos. She was born June 5, 1928, in Decatur, Indiana, the daughter of Thomas L. and Glee E. (Krugh) Garner, who both preceded her in death. On June 22, 1946, she married Billy Myers, who died June 22, 2005. Survivors […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 11:48 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries

Delphos Postal Museum information After 20 years at the helm of the Museum of Postal History, Gary Levitt is stepping down as museum director. Levitt first started the museum as a series of exhibits in the lower level of the Delphos Post Office. Veteran’s Day, November 11, 1995, was the grand opening of the museum. […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 7:17 am. FILED UNDER: News

The Van Wert High School Student Council announces this year’s 2015-2016 Homecoming Court. Homecoming ceremonies will take place this Friday, October 9, at Eggerss Stadium, starting at 6:30 p.m. Homecoming Court members include senior queen candidates (front row, from the left) Katie Trittschuh, Phoebe Eutsler, and Allison Moreland; (back row) Noelle Heffner, freshman attendant; Taylor Peebles, junior […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 7:06 am. FILED UNDER: News

VW County Board of Elections information The Van Wert County Board of Elections announces that early voting for the November 3 General Election has begun. Voting will be done in the Commissioners’ Conference Room next door to the Election Board, 120 E. Main St. Effective immediately, office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. […]

POSTED: 10/07/15 at 7:02 am. FILED UNDER: News