As of today, many students are back in school. Parents are probably celebrating and children are sad that another summer has come and gone. But this also signals the start of school marching bands and a new football season. Van Wert High School is a unique school when it comes to band programs. Since its inception in 1927, […]
POSTED: 08/17/17 at 6:01 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert Area Photography Club met Thursday, August 10, at 114 S. Race St. First on the agenda was rescheduling the Miami-Erie Canal photo shoot that was rained out last month. Saturday, September 9, was set for the date. The plan is to rendezvous at the Deep Cut Historical Park just south of Spencerville […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 6:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Camera Club News
Alvera “Vera” Schabbing Snyder, 50, of Delphos, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born January 7, 1967, to George and Nellie (Dempsey) Schabbing, who both preceded her in death. She is survived by her fiancé of more than 30 years, Don Snyder of Delphos; two brothers, […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 6:00 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
John A. Cowan and Renee M. Cowan, by sheriff, to OTB Ohio Ventures LLC, lot 236-10 in Van Wert subdivision and inlot 2437 in Van Wert. Jeffrey M. Young, by sheriff, to Seir Rental LLC, lots 114-1 and 114-2 in Van Wert subdivision. Jerry L. Rager Revocable Living Trust Agreement to Julie K. Rager Revocable […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 2:12 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
Van Wert independent sports WOODBURN, IN — The Crestview Knights and Antwerp Archers crossed the state line Tuesday, to play a dual match at Pond-A-River Golf Club. The Archers won the non-conference outing 175-189. Jacob Bowman and Caden Hurless each carded a 45 for the Knights, while Colton Lautzenheiser finished with a 46. Also scoring […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 7:10 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Precision Tool & Grinding, Inc. (PHD) has announced it will be expanding its business. The company moved its operation to Van Wert in 2014 and will soon be offering fabrication and welding services to customers. PHD took advantage of the Van Wert County Revolving Loan Fund, in partnership with Citizens National Bank, to fund the […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 7:07 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Summer vacation is drawing to a close, kids and parents are preparing for school to resume, and the Van Wert Civic Theatre is kicking off its annual membership drive. Enthusiastic volunteers met recently to gather information and have begun the daunting task of contacting former season ticket holders, as well as recruiting […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 7:06 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment, News
VW independent/submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine offers consumer protection tips ahead of the August 21 solar eclipse. “Ohioans of all ages are intrigued by the upcoming solar eclipse, but safety needs to be a priority to avoid permanent eye damage,” said Attorney General DeWine. “We want consumers to be informed before […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 7:03 am. FILED UNDER: News
Lincolnview Superintendent Jeff Snyder (left) and Lincolnview Junior High/High School Principal Brad Mendenhall(right) accept a donation from Van Wert Federal Savings Bank loan officer George Scott. (photo submitted)
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 6:59 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information ST. MARYS — Midwest Electric is currently seeking three cooperative members to serve on its charitable board. Each month, many Midwest Electric members round up their electric bills to the nearest dollar, with those funds going into a trust called the Community Connection Fund (CCF). This program is a unique voluntary program designed […]
POSTED: 08/16/17 at 6:53 am. FILED UNDER: News