As Sheriff of Van Wert County, I would like to discuss an issue very close to each of us — crime prevention. My Office is committed to making neighborhoods safer places to live. By doing so, we will improve the quality of life for individuals and families … both young and old. It is imperative that we […]
POSTED: 03/12/19 at 7:03 am. FILED UNDER: Opinions
Marjorie Ellen Waldron, 81, of Celina, died Monday, March 11, 2019, at Joint Township District Hospital in St. Marys after a lengthy illness. She was born November 3, 1937, the daughter of John and Alma (Swander) Bolenbaugh, who both preceded her in death. On August 29, 1954, she married Robert Eugene Waldron, who died October […]
POSTED: 03/12/19 at 6:09 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor This week’s Random Thoughts center around Elida and tournament games, a great atmosphere, the Van Wert Cougars, no free throws in a game and projected state champions. Elida A big shout out goes to Dave Evans and all of the fine people at Elida who help run basketball tournaments. The Field […]
POSTED: 03/12/19 at 4:14 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Here is this week’s high school basketball broadcast schedule for WKSD 99.7FM. Tuesday, March 12 Division IV regional semifinals at BGSU: Crestview vs. Hicksville 7:05 p.m. pregame, 8 p.m. tipoff Friday, March 15 Division IV Girls State Semifinals: Cornerstone Christian vs. Minster – 12:40 p.m. pregame, 1 p.m. tipoff (OHSAA Radio Network) Division IV Girls […]
POSTED: 03/12/19 at 4:13 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Edith L. Nierman, 92, of Van Wert, passed away at 12:45 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2019, at Community Health Professionals Inpatient Hospice Center in Van Wert. She was born August 16, 1926, in Decatur, Indiana, the daughter of Adolph and Viola (Grote) Marbach, who both preceded her in death. On April 22, 1950, Edith married […]
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 3:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
A memorial service will be held for Donald E. George, 89, who died Wednesday, February 27, 2019. The service will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday March 16, at Cowan & Son Funeral Home in Van Wert, with Pastor Kevin Wilcox officiating. Visitation is an hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Preferred memorials: […]
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 3:47 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor For the third consecutive game in the postseason, Crestview will face a team it played during the regular season. The Knights (24-1) defeated Delphos St. John’s and Kalida in December and January, then topped both teams at the Elida district, paving the way for a rematch against Hicksville (23-2) at 8 […]
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 1:35 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent/submitted information 4-H is the largest youth development organization in the country, with more than 6 million youths participating across the country. The 4-H program was started in 1902 in Springfield by A.B. Graham. Graham started clubs for youths so they could “learn by doing” — which to this day is the 4-H slogan; […]
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 7:57 am. FILED UNDER: Youth
A local resident snapped this photo of a light trailer tipped up by high winds that swept through the area on Sunday afternoon. No injuries were reported. The incident took place at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday on U.S. 127 around four miles south of Van Wert.
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 7:48 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information VENEDOCIA — The Venedocia Lions Club will be sponsoring its annual “All You Can Eat” Pancakes & Sausage Day on Saturday, March 16. The club is celebrating its 50th anniversary for the event, with the first Venedocia Lions Pancake Day held in 1969. Serving will be from 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. at […]
POSTED: 03/11/19 at 7:41 am. FILED UNDER: News