Kevin Lee Gibson, 39, Van Wert, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Kevin was born December 30, 1979, in Garrett, Kentucky, the son of Grover Miller and Cathy (Lumpkins) Gibson Miller, who both preceded him in death. On August 23, 2003, he married Maryann L. (Smalley) Gibson, […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 3:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
VW independent/submitted information A Decatur, Indiana, man has been charged in connection with the alleged rape of a minor under the age of 13. According to a Van Wert Police Department news release, Christopher Carpenter, 18, was charged with two counts of rape, a felony of the first degree, following his arrest on Wednesday, and […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 2:57 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS — In a somewhat surprising move, the Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced that two upcoming basketball state tournaments will return to St. John Arena at The Ohio State University – the 2020 girls basketball state tournament and the 2021 boys basketball state tournament. Both state tournaments coincide with […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 10:52 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Members of the Van Wert Area Photography and Lima Photography clubs met Saturday, August 10, at the courthouse in Decatur, Indiana, to record the 28 new sculptures and numerous permanent sculptures scattered about the downtown area. Due to sidewalk renovation, some pieces were placed in locations where it was difficult to minimize backgrounds without sacrificing […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 7:24 am. FILED UNDER: Camera Club News
The Mobile Hotshop paperweight spots are full for August 24, 2-6 p.m. We do have a waiting list going and will most likely invite Firenation Glass back soon! Firenation will also be demonstrating other aspects of blowing glass and observing is free. Plus, Matt Paskiet will be bringing some of his items for sale! Cash […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 7:18 am. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
It’s that distinctive time of year when summer meets fall, shoulders go pad to pad, and cymbals crash. Directors with a mission and musicians with a common vision come together in the simmering summer heat to grind out practices in preparation for the glorious Friday Night Lights performances that beckon us to be part. Community […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 7:08 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Military Vehicle Preservation Association will be making a stop in Van Wert at American Legion Post 178 this coming Sunday morning, August 18. The organization is recreating the first United States Army transcontinental convoy, which occurred in the summer of 1919. The convoy lead by then-Lieutenant Colonel Dwight Eisenhower mostly followed […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 6:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Seven people appeared for criminal hearings, as well as one three-day trial, in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court. Two people changed their pleas. Jason J. Allen, 45, of Middle Point, changed his plea to guilty to two counts of felonious assault, each a felony of the second degree; four counts of […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 6:45 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information COLUMBUS— The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging motorists to drive sober. During the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, troopers will focus enforcement efforts on removing impaired drivers from Ohio’s roadways. Motorists can do their part in keeping the roadways safe by following all traffic laws, never driving impaired and always designating […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 6:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor Most coaches seem to agree that the Western Buckeye League will be balanced this fall, with several teams that can be considered legitimate WBL championship contenders. In fact, it won’t be shocking if there are co-champions like last season, or perhaps a two or three way tie for second and/or third […]
POSTED: 08/15/19 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: Sports