SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor The Lincolnview Lady Lancers opened their new volleyball season in impressive fashion by sweeping Van Wert 25-11, 25-20, and 25-22 at Van Wert High School on Tuesday. Lincolnview jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first set, with the advantage later ballooning to 17-5 and 20-8, and it seemed the […]
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 9:29 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Lincolnview dropped the home opener in soccer, falling to Lima Sr. 2-0 on Tuesday. The Lancers (0-2) will play Lima Central Catholic at Spartan Stadium at 11 a.m. on Saturday.
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 9:27 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crime Stoppers will pay you cash for information that will help the Van Wert Police Department solve a forgery that occurred at the Goodwill Easter Seals of Miami Valley store, 206 Towne Center Blvd. On August 10, between the hours of 8 and 8:30 p.m., a Hispanic male and female got out of a red […]
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 9:54 am. FILED UNDER: Crime Stoppers, News
Van Wert City Schools were in session Tuesday for the first time this school year, following Lincolnview Local Schools on Monday. Wednesday is the first day of school for Crestview Local School students. Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 7:11 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information A Christmas in Summer Trivia Night sponsored by Truly D’vine Bread Company will be held this Saturday, August 24. Gather four smart friends, colleagues, or classmates for Christmas in Summer Trivia Night. Tickets are $25 or $150 for a table of eight. All proceeds will go back to the Christmas fund for this […]
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 7:10 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced that troopers will operate an OVI checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week. The county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day prior to the checkpoint, and the location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint. Motorists who plan […]
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In her varsity debut, freshman Katelyn Castle (12) scored four goals to help Crestview defeat Delphos St. John’s 7-0 in the season opener for both teams. Aliya Clouser, Louisa Hoppe and Lindsey Schumm also scored goals in the victory. The Lady Knights will host Van Wert on Thursday. Photo by Wyatt Richardson/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 3:28 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Monday was a busy day on the local sports scene, with volleyball, tennis, soccer and golf lining the schedule. Below are the results from the various games and matches. Volleyball Van Wert 3 Paulding 1 At Van Wert High School, the Lady Cougars opened their season with a 16-25, 25-20, 25-22, […]
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 3:26 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor This week’s Random Thoughts center round college football, Pigskin Pick’Em, Andrew Luck, and the Major League Baseball playoff race. College football I know the majority of college football games will start next weekend, but there are a couple this weekend, including Miami (FL) at Florida. Welcome back college football. Welcome back. […]
POSTED: 08/20/19 at 3:25 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information Superior Collision in Van Wert has achieved Gold Class status, the industry standard for training that contributes to complete and safe repairs. Only 10 percent of collision repair businesses currently meet the rigorous training requirements necessary to earn the Gold Class designation. Gold Class shops are required to have every technician involved in […]
POSTED: 08/19/19 at 11:25 am. FILED UNDER: Business