The Van Wert County Courthouse

Thursday, Mar. 28, 2024

DAVE MOSIER/independent editor It was another busy week in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court, with 15 hearings held on a variety of criminal offenses. An arraignment was held Wednesday for Bailey Parker, 19, of Van Wert, who entered not guilty pleas to one count each of aggravated trafficking in drugs, a felony of the […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 8:22 am. FILED UNDER: News

VW independent/submitted information Any list that boasts the most successful Jazz and R&B artists of all time has to include Boney James. His impact on the music industry is undeniable, which is why his return to the Niswonger Performing Arts Center was never in doubt. James will grace the NPAC stage once again with his […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 8:20 am. FILED UNDER: News

P.S. LUHN/special to the VW independent I remember the first time someone told me about a new musical by a guy named Dan Goggin that essentially has Catholic nuns singing and dancing. I had some flip remark like “who wants to watch a bunch of penguins singing and dancing on stage?” After I saw the show, […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 8:17 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment, News

VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert County Foundation is accepting grant applications from eligible organizations and individuals. The Foundation serves as a philanthropic vehicle for individuals, corporations, and organizations, and supports purpose, inspires growth, and builds the future by administering grants to charitable organizations. The organization does this to invest in the many charitable activities […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 8:13 am. FILED UNDER: News

VW independent/submitted information Van Wert High School will host an informational meeting for parents/guardians of junior and senior students regarding financial aid. The VWHS Office of Student Services has arranged for Phil Birkey, financial aid counselor at Ohio Northern University, to discuss the financial aid process. Mr. Birkey will explain the step-by-step procedures in completing the FAFSA […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 8:11 am. FILED UNDER: News

Van Wert Police September 23, 5:20 p.m. — Larry Flory III, 34, of 913 George St., was cited for disorderly conduct for an incident at his residence. September 23, 7:08 a.m. — Alexander J. Chorvas, 23, of 420 Gordon Ave., was served a warrant for probation violation issued in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 7:11 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement

VW independent/submitted information BLUFFTON — Eric Faulkner, executive vice president-management for Citizens National Bank, was awarded a diploma at commencement exercises during the 74th annual session of the prestigious Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Faulkner also received a Certificate of Executive Leadership from the Wisconsin School of Business Center for Professional and […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 6:28 am. FILED UNDER: Business

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor It’s gone by in the blink of an eye. The first part of the high school football season is complete, with just five more weeks left in the regular season. League and conference titles are up for grabs, and each game is becoming more important for teams hoping to win at […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 6:22 am. FILED UNDER: Sports

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor In terms of wins and losses, it’s been a tough season for the Van Wert’s girls’ soccer team. Playing a challenging schedule that includes two state-ranked teams (No. 4 Shawnee, No. 18 Elida), the Lady Cougars are 1-10 (0-6 WBL), with the lone victory coming last Thursday, a 4-1 win over […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 6:21 am. FILED UNDER: Sports

Van Wert independent sports Van Wert exploded for six goals in a 6-1 non-conference soccer win over Spencerville on Wednesday. Gabe Steyer led the Cougars with three goals, while Jake Lautzenheiser had a goal and an assist. Marshall Healey and Ryan Chen each scored a goal, and Jacob Hart had an assist. Van Wert will […]

POSTED: 09/27/18 at 6:20 am. FILED UNDER: Sports