SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor This week’s Monday Mailbag features questions about Crestview and St. Henry, Van Wert, the NCAA vs. NAIA, Justin Fields and Major League Baseball’s proposed rules changes. Q: You’ve seen Crestview and St. Henry – which basketball team is better? Name withheld upon request A: That’s a tough one, because they’re two […]
POSTED: 02/10/19 at 10:37 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Here are this week’s high school basketball broadcast schedules for WKSD 99.7FM and WERT 1220AM/104.3FM. WKSD Monday, February 11: Wayne Trace at Crestview (girls) Thursday, February 14: Hicksville at Wayne Trace (girls) Friday, February 15: Wayne Trace at Hicksville Saturday, February 16: New Knoxville at Crestview WERT Friday, February 15: Celina […]
POSTED: 02/10/19 at 10:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Here are final scores from Saturday night’s area boys basketball games. All games were non-conference matchups. St. Henry 51 Van Wert 26Crestview 53 Wayne Trace 40Paulding 75 Liberty Center 55Antwerp 90 Edon 37Parkway 55 Temple Christian 42 Lexington 52 Ottawa-Glandorf 50Russia 52 Delphos Jefferson 42Findlay 68 Elida 46Kalida 65 Ayersville 41New […]
POSTED: 02/10/19 at 5:41 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent/submitted information “Ohio Has Talent!” returns for its 12th year at 7 p.m. Saturday, February 23, at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert. This year’s talent show features 20 acts from around the region competing for prizes of $1,000, $500, and $250, with winners determined by audience vote. The show is presented […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 10:04 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Guest readers, including Van Wert City Schools’ Assistant to the Superintendent Bill Clifton; Eric McCracken, owner of Lee Kinstle GM Sales & Service; Rachel Hoverman of the Ohio State University Extension Office; Kelly Houg of the YWCA of Van Wert County; and Van Wert DARE Officer Greg Blackmore, all participated with Van […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 9:33 am. FILED UNDER: News
2019 Lincolnview Homecoming Queen Lakin Brant (center, with blonde hair) and King Alek Bowersock (with crown) are shown with their court during Homecoming ceremonies held at the school on Friday evening.Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 9:23 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information RIDGE TOWNSHIP — A Middle Point man who allegedly threatened people with a knife at Ramblers Roost and assaulted sheriff’s deputies after being apprehended is facing a number of charges in connection with the incident. Jason J. Allen, 45, was charged with two counts of aggravated menacing and one count of obstructing […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 9:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) recently received a generous donation of water for first responders from Culligan Water in Van Wert. Shown are CERT members Trena Proffitt and Matt Saunier, as well as Culligan Store Manager Lori Harrod. “It is an absolute pleasure to be able to help assist our first […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 9:18 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert Cougar Booster Club is holding a spring flower and plant sale. The sale offers a large selection of hanging baskets and bedding plants. Annuals and perennials are both available, as well as a large variety of fruits and vegetables. For more information on the sale, go to www.vwcs.net/docs/district/athletics/2019%20Boosters%20Club%20Flower%20Sales%20-%20pictures%20and%20info.pdf. Order forms […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 9:15 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor Lincolnview celebrated Winter Homecoming Night by snapping a three game losing streak with a 59-34 victory over Ada on Friday. The win boosted the team’s overall record to 10-8 (5-2 NWC), while Ada fell to 3-15 (2-4 NWC). After a 12-8 first quarter, the Lancers closed the second period with a […]
POSTED: 02/09/19 at 6:32 am. FILED UNDER: Sports