Mazing Farms LLC to Michael W. Heffelfinger Revocable Living Trust and Kevin W. Heffelfinger Revocable Living Trust, portion of section 36, Pleasant Township. (Pleasant View addition lots 4, 5 and 7). Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Creative Home Buying Solutions Inc., inlot 136, Ohio City. Samantha J. Farmer to Scott C. Farmer, inlots […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 9:26 am. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Unemployment figures again trended downward in October for most of Ohio counties, including Van Wert County. According to figures released Tuesday by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, 45 Ohio counties saw unemployment rates decrease, while 23 counties saw increases in unemployment, and 20 counties had jobless rates remain the […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 9:07 am. FILED UNDER: News
The exuberant music of Swedish supergroup ABBA was the draw for a packed house Tuesday evening at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio for the first performance of Broadway smash hit Mama Mia!. A second performance will be held tonight at 7:30 at the NPAC. (Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 9:01 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Van Wert County Sheriff Thomas M. Riggenbach announced that suspects in break-ins at Middle Point Amvets Post 698 and Willshire American Legion Post 207 recently pleaded guilty to those offenses in Seneca County. Sheriff Riggenbach said Robert E. Tackett, 77, and Roger A. Hemry, 51, both of Lima, were each indicted in […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
United Way Campaign Chair Jessi Hardesty recently stopped by Van Wert Manor to collect its donation to this year’s campaign, as a result of the “United Way Day” Van Wert Manor held last week. Shown with Hardesty (center) are Erin Shaffer (left), director of market development at Van Wert Manor and Day of Caring chair, […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW Civic Theatre information Take a step back in time as the Van Wert Civic Theatre presents G.I. Holiday Jukebox. Set in World War II, the players will recreate a traditional USO show with songs and music from the 1940s, as well as several Christmas favorites to round out the evening. Starring Kristin Lee, Chris […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:46 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment, News
State Fire Marshal’s information The holiday season is here, and State Fire Marshal Larry L. Flowers reminds Ohioans of some safety tips that can help during this time of the year. Many Ohio residents will be cooking for family and guests, and Thanksgiving Day can increase the likelihood of such a fire. “Cooking is the […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:44 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitting information According to Main Street Van Wert Program Manager Adam Ries, Santa Claus will arrive in grand style in downtown Van Wert at 11 a.m. this Friday, November 27. Local community leaders will officially welcome the jolly old elf, then escort him inside the historic Hotel Marsh. Children will enjoy meeting Santa in […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert County Outdoorsmen Association will be hosting its annual Pearl Harbor Commemorative Match to remember America’s heroes, both past and present. The match will be held Saturday, December 5, at the Van Wert County Outdoorsmen Club located at 9063 Ringwald Road. The safety briefing will be held at 9:30 a.m. […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 8:34 am. FILED UNDER: News
Before I get into the Christmas spirit, I don’t want to skip over one of my favorite holidays of the year: Thanksgiving. I am so thankful for all of you who support the performing art endeavors in Van Wert. You have made us an exciting destination place throughout the region for quality music and entertainment. God has blessed […]
POSTED: 11/25/15 at 7:58 am. FILED UNDER: News