VW independent/submitted information Sleepy villages where sheep wander the grassy hillsides, lakes set amidst mountains that inspired centuries of literature, and cities thriving with arts and culture — these are the landscapes of Britain. Discover them on this memorable journey through England, Scotland, and Wales. Sleep in a historic castle. Enjoy medieval York and its […]
POSTED: 08/19/19 at 8:01 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Austin Sheets, son of Brian and Tonya Sheets, and Torie Bockey, daughter of Doug and Sherry Bockey, were crowned the 2019 Junior Fair king and queen during a ceremony held Sunday in the Marsh Foundation’s Bagley Auditorium. Michael Joseph, son of Kirby and Sammi Joseph, and Morgan Dowler, daughter of Stephen and […]
POSTED: 08/19/19 at 7:36 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Veterans Service Office has provided information on the upcoming Veterans Day at the Van Wert County Fair, to be held Thursday, August 29. A presentation will begin at noon at the Veterans Service Center with a presentation by Ohio Department of Veterans Services Director Deborah Ashenhurst, who will discuss what has […]
POSTED: 08/19/19 at 7:25 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information According to Van Wert Safety-Service Director Jay Fleming, Jefferson Street, between Main Street and Central Avenue, will be closed from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday, August 21, for First United Methodist Church’s Operation Back to School event for high school students.
POSTED: 08/19/19 at 7:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
In dramatic fashion, Spencer Rolsten (23) hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning that gave the Eager Beavers an 11-8 victory over the Honey Badgers, and the celebration ensued after Saturday night’s 28th annual Wiffleball Warehouse Tournament championship game at Wrenway Park. Photos by Wyatt Richardson/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:23 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor The 2019 high school volleyball season is here and Crestview, Lincolnview and Van Wert are looking to build on last season’s results. Below is a look at each of the three teams. Lincolnview Despite the loss of three key players to graduation, the Lady Lancers appear to be in good shape […]
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information HEBRON — The Van Wert High School boys and girls cross country teams competed in the first invitational of their respective seasons at the OHSAA Early Season Invitational, held Saturday at National Trail Raceway in Hebron, site of state cross country championship races. This year’s featured many of the top teams […]
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:21 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview’s girls’ cross country team took third place at the OHSAA Early Season Invitational at National Trail Raceway in Hebron on Saturday. Pictured from left to right: Megan Mosier, Baylee Miller, Lauren Walls (29th place), Ragen Harting (eighth), Emily Greulach (23rd), Kiera Anderson, and Kate Leeth. Walls, Harting and Greulach each received medals. The Knights […]
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Van Wert opened the 2019 soccer season with a 3-1 win over visiting Cory-Rawson on Saturday. Gabe Steyer, Cody Gamble and Christian Eberle scored goals for the Cougars, with assists provided by Asnake Steyer, Keaton Brown and Serafin Hernandez. Van Wert (1-0) will play at Ottoville today.
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports LIMA — Lincolnview shot a season best 356 and finished eighth at the Allen East/Springbrook Golf Course Tournament on Saturday. Evan Miller carded an 86 to lead the Lancers, followed by Grant Glossett (87), Dane Ebel (88) and Landon Price (95). St. Marys Memorial won the title with a team score […]
POSTED: 08/18/19 at 9:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports