Van Wert independent sports DELPHOS — Van Wert jumped out to an early lead and never looked back on the way to a six inning 15-2 ACME baseball win at Delphos Jefferson on Friday. A first inning RBI single by Josh Halker scored Ries Wise, then TJ Reynolds crossed home plate for a 2-0 lead. […]
POSTED: 06/15/19 at 5:44 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Evelyn Beth Martz, 76, of Van Wert, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, surrounded by her family and friends. She was born February 11, 1943, in Venedocia, the daughter of Maurice and Audrey V. (Hundley) Burnett, who both preceded her in death. On April 29, 1961, she married Paul Eugene “Sonny” Martz, who died […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 4:33 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Alexis P. Billingham, 23, of Zanesville, formerly of Van Wert, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 13, 2019, at her residence. She was born October 27, 1995, in Zanesville, the daughter of Frank and Justina “Tina” (Watts) Billingham Jr., who both survive. A 2014 graduate of Van Wert High School, Alexis played trumpet in the school […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 4:29 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Bun Sun “Bonnie” Eyanson, 84, of Ohio City, passed away at 6:30 a.m. Friday, June 14, 2019, at the Laurels of Shane Hill near Rockford. She was born January 17, 1935, in Pusan, South Korea, the daughter of Ha Ji Lee, who preceded her in death. On May 28, 1962, she married Raymond A. Eyanson, […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 4:28 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
NVW independent/submitted information Each summer, Van Wert Civic Theatre provides performing opportunities for youths, and theatre experiences for everyone in the family. Next week, Disney Frozen Jr. will open for a three-performance run. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 23. All tickets are […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 7:13 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Van Wert County Treasurer Nathan Vandenbroek reminds taxpayers that real estate taxes are due Wednesday, July 10, while also noting that many systems have been updated to make paying taxes smoother, simpler, and more cost-effective. Taxpayers can now pay online by following the link “Make Online Real Estate Payments by Credit Card” […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 7:06 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy, noted Thursday that attacks on oil tankers in the Persian Gulf have created concerns for international energy markets, but aren’t likely to impact gas prices at this point. “The scope of the situation is small, the idea of attacks and perhaps further attacks are the […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 7:03 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor On the heels of the release of the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s 2019 regional football assignments, here are some thoughts. Keep in mind that the top eight teams from each region qualify for the postseason. Division IV, Region 14 St. Marys has moved up to Division III, but that doesn’t […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 5:07 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports COLUMBUS — Along with 2019 football regional assignments, the Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced the new divisional breakdowns in volleyball, soccer and basketball, which were approved by the OHSAA Board of Directors. There are no changes involving Van Wert County teams. Van Wert High School will compete in Division […]
POSTED: 06/14/19 at 5:06 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Seven people were arraigned on grand jury arraignments this week in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court, including a Mississippi man who pleaded not guilty to several charges related to a high-speed chase on Ohio 118 in early May. Antonio Love, 34, pleaded to one count each of failure to comply with […]
POSTED: 06/12/19 at 11:13 pm. FILED UNDER: News