Van Wert Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, participated in the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Cole Gorman (right) on May 13. Gorman is a member of Boy Scout Troop 32, sponsored by the Middle Point Methodist Church. He was presented an American flag and an Eagle Scout certificate from the Elks. […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 7:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information LIMA — The Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 1 has announced road projects for the upcoming week in Van Wert, Paulding, and Putnam counties. Projects include the following: Van Wert County U.S. 30 between the Indiana state line and Ohio 49 north will be restricted to one lane in both directions through the […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 7:45 am. FILED UNDER: News
Cooper Farms is sponsoring the YMCA Camp Clay Aqua Park and Splash Pad on Saturday, May 26. Due to the company’s generosity, admission to the park is $3 per person. Shown are YMCA Camp Clay Director Kevin Morrison (right) and Kacy Wagner of Cooper Farms.YMCA photo
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 7:39 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine issued the following statement after the states of New York and Utah announced their intent to file separate lawsuits against opioid manufacturers: “Ohio was the first major state to sue the drug manufacturers, and I am delighted that New York and Utah have announced they will […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 7:34 am. FILED UNDER: News
Crestview High School three sport athlete Brett Schumm (baseball, basketball, golf) is the Van Wert independent/Northwest Ohio Welch Trophy Student Athlete of the Week. The senior catcher, who was nominated by Athletic Administrator Dave Bowen, scored a run against Lincolnview during Wednesday night’s district semifinal game. “Brett has been a high character guy that continues […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 6:00 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports OHSAA track and field district competition is underway with Van Wert competing in Division II at Defiance, and Crestview and Lincolnview competing in Division III at Spencerville. Division II Van Wert High School’s Austin Clay, Eli Rager, Kirsten Clay and the girls’ 4×800 relay team have qualified for regional track. Austin […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 5:59 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information The Elite Fundamentals Baseball Camp series is back for a fourth summer coming to four area ballparks. The camp is designed for boys and girls ages 5-15. The 2018 summer camp schedule is as follows: June 4-7 at Shane’s Park in Rockford June 11-14 at Stadium Park in Delphos June 18-21 at Hannah […]
POSTED: 05/18/18 at 5:58 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent/submitted information Twig I met May 10 in Conference Room A at Van Wert Health. The meeting was called to order by chairman Mae Enyart, who welcomed the 27 members and one guest, Cindy Dickson, who was introduced by Ann McCray. Before lunch prepared by the hospital, the “Pledge of Allegiance” was recited, followed […]
POSTED: 05/17/18 at 9:39 pm. FILED UNDER: Lifestyles
VW independent/submitted information Keister & Baker Law Office welcomes a new attorney to its firm. Justin Dickman recently joined the firm as an associate attorney after he was sworn in at Van Wert County Common Pleas Court. In his new role, he will practice in areas that include real estate, estate planning, and business law. […]
POSTED: 05/17/18 at 9:38 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
Purmort Brothers Insurance Agency was named the winner of the Blue Streak Circle of Achievement Regional Agency of the Year award. The Agency of the Year award is Central Mutual Insurance Company’s highest honor and annually recognizes the agency that has demonstrated superior performance in production, retention, customer service, and underwriting. Purmort Brothers Insurance Agency’s consistent […]
POSTED: 05/17/18 at 9:33 pm. FILED UNDER: Business