SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor The postseason may be out of reach, but after losing four of their last five games, the Van Wert Cougars (3-4, 2-4 WBL) are eyeing a strong finish. Van Wert’s four losses have come to teams with a combined record of 22-6 and two – Wapakoneta and Ottawa-Glandorf – are state […]
POSTED: 10/16/19 at 4:00 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor CONVOY — From one extreme to another. After dealing with Spencerville’s NWC-leading power running game, mixed in with six effective play action passes last Friday, Crestview is preparing for Ada’s conference leading passing attack. The Bulldogs (2-5, 1-3 NWC) will enter Friday’s game averaging 234 yards through the air. Quarterback Brandon […]
POSTED: 10/16/19 at 3:59 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Laci McCoy sends the ball across the net during Tuesday night’s Division IV sectional semifinal volleyball game against Perry. The Lady Knights won in dominating fashion, 25-6, 25-5 and 25-9. Bailey Gregory had eight aces, Lexi Gregory and McCoy each had nine kills, while Maddy Lamb finished with 31 assists. Crestview (20-3) will face Parkway […]
POSTED: 10/16/19 at 3:58 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Van Wert’s volleyball season came to an end in the Division II sectional semifinals with a 3-2 home loss to St. Marys Memorial on Tuesday. The Lady Riders defeated the Lady Cougars 25-15, 21-25, 25-23, 17-25, 15-6 loss. Finley Foster had a team high 36 assists, while Jamison Clouse had 20 […]
POSTED: 10/16/19 at 3:58 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Maddi Ward (5) scored a pair of goals, but No. 7 seed Crestview fell to No. 9 seed Columbus Grove 4-2 in the Division III sectional semifinals on Tuesday night. The Lady Knights finished the season with a record of 6-7-2. Wyatt Richardson/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 10/16/19 at 3:57 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert Police October 7, 4:35 p.m. — Paul E. Lindeman, 46, of Fort Jennings, was summoned for a nuisance ordinance violation into Van Wert Municipal Court. October 7, 12:53 p.m. — Clarissa A. Dull, 31, of 126 E. Third St., was served with an affidavit from Van Wert Municipal Court. October 5, 11:10 p.m. […]
POSTED: 10/15/19 at 9:35 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Lorraine (Collier) Poling Niese, 94, of Van Wert, passed away at 3:47 a.m. Monday, October 14, 2019, at Van Wert Manor. She was born June 23, 1925, in St. John’s, New Brunswick, Canada, the daughter of Harry and Martha Collier, who both preceded her in death. The Collier family resided in Ramea, New Foundland, Canada, […]
POSTED: 10/15/19 at 9:24 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Van Wert City Council heard a presentation from the Van Wert County Regional Airport Authority, honored winners of the city Beatification Contest, and heard an update on the city’s Clean Up Day during its meeting Monday evening. Airport Authority Board member Mike Keysor talked about the airport’s 10-year plan, noting that work […]
POSTED: 10/15/19 at 7:33 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Where do you like to shop, eat, or spend your money locally? Join the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce in honoring Van Wert County favorites at the 14th annual Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 21, from noon-1:15 p.m., at Willow Bend Country Club. The Chamber will spotlight […]
POSTED: 10/15/19 at 7:16 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information After more than three decades together, 38 Special continues to bring its signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year. And at each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the explosive power of the band’s performance. Guitarist/vocalist Don Barnes says it’s all about maintaining that intensity in their live […]
POSTED: 10/15/19 at 7:12 am. FILED UNDER: News