Brain Breaks are short, energizing bursts of activity that boost blood flow, send oxygen to the brain, and help kids better retain information. Teachers at Lincolnview incorporate movement into their classrooms to help engage students. Activities include anything from stretches, running in place, and “would-you-rather” games to walking around the building and even Zumba! Research […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 2:14 pm. FILED UNDER: Lancer Lines
Parents of junior high and high school students should be aware that teachers will be available for Parent Teacher Conferences on February 15 from 3:15-6 p.m. Refer to the website for a sign-up link or call Kay Mohr or Randi Schaadt at 419.968.2214 to schedule an appointment. Hello, Lancers! Do you have children’s books on […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 2:07 pm. FILED UNDER: Lancer Lines
Chester D. Hamrick, by sheriff, to Van Wert County Land Reutilization Corporation, inlot 1529, Van Wert. Chester D. Hamrick, by sheriff, to Van Wert County Land Reutilization Corporation, inlot 1538, Van Wert. Estate of Brian J. Grothouse to John Grothouse and Diane Grothouse, inlot 818, Delphos. Dorothy L. Grone to Popcorn & Pop LLC, portion […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 1:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports The month of February brings with it high school basketball title races and championships, tournament draws, and the tournament tipoff. Girls’ basketball teams learned their sectional opponents Sunday, and boys’ teams throughout the area and the state will learn their opening round opposition this Sunday. The Division II sectionals at Lima Senior […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 12:10 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor You say there’s no such thing as a free lunch? Don’t tell that to The Salvation Army, because the local organization is providing a free lunch weekly to area residents, starting today. According to Assistant Corps Officer Lt. Josh Brookman, the Salvation Army plans to put its new industrial kitchen to regular […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 12:04 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Saturday, February 11, is National 2-1-1 Day, in recognition of the free, user-friendly phone number that serves 90 percent of America’s population, while connecting some 16 million people a year to critical resources, information, and services. “In Van Wert County, hundreds of people turned to 2-1-1 for help last year,” said United […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 12:03 am. FILED UNDER: News
“Preparing for Challenges in the Workforce” economic summit was held at Northwest State Community College on Tuesday. Representatives from education, business, and government met to hear about current issues and initiatives being developed in the region and state to keep Ohio moving forward to meet employer needs. Discussing the future of education and workforce training for […]
POSTED: 02/08/17 at 12:02 am. FILED UNDER: News
I have spent much of today writing a story about the history of the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. It will be published in a brochure we will present during our Ten Year Gala Celebration Dinner and Program on April 1 at Willow Bend Country Club. We have five seats remaining for this memorable event, which will precede […]
POSTED: 02/07/17 at 10:49 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Carolyn Sue (Cross) Counterman, 84, of Celina, and formerly of Rockford, passed away at 3:50 p.m. Saturday, February 4, 2017, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born November 2, 1932, the daughter of Carl D. and Anna R. (Brown) Cross, who both preceded her in death. Survivors include two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; […]
POSTED: 02/07/17 at 10:25 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
E. Louise Perry, 84, of Van Wert, passed away at 2 p.m. Monday, February 6, 2017, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born September 4, 1932, in Van Wert, the daughter of Paul R. and Wanda A. (Wiseman) Goodwin, who both preceded her in death. On May 13, 1951, she […]
POSTED: 02/07/17 at 1:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries