CHP Hospice helps terminal patient, family

VW independent/submitted information For many, there’s nothing as mysterious as the end of life. It’s a time that most of us don’t want to think about for our loved ones or ourselves. Then, something happens — a shocking prognosis, a disease takes root, aging parents need extra care. In these situations, home care and hospice […]

VWECC sets parent-teacher conferences

VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert Early Childhood Center would like to remind parents that parent-teacher conferences for preschool and kindergarten will take place Monday, November 25, from 4-8 p.m. and Tuesday, November 26, from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parents should have received a note from their student’s teacher indicating their designated conference time. If parents […]

Clay to Cincinnati

Van Wert High School senior Kirsten Clay has signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career with the University of Cincinnati next fall. Surrounded by her parents and coaches, Kirsten committed to throwing shot put, discus, hammer, and weight for the Bearcat Track & Field program. Kirsten is the daughter of […]

Place, Hammons named to WBL First Team

Van Wert independent sports 11 Van Wert Cougars have been named to the Western Buckeye League All-League football team. Senior offensive tackle Colin Place and senior defensive tackle Keagon Hammons were named first team All-WBL, while two classmates – Parker Conrad (guard and linebacker) and Jake Hilleary (running back) were named to the All-WBL second […]

ODOT was prepared for early winter storm

DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Winter came a little earlier than normal this year, but the Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 1 was prepared. Chris Hughes, District 1 deputy director, noted during Thursday morning’s annual snow equipment inspection at the Van Wert ODOT garage that inspections mostly just confirm that each garage’s equipment is ready for winter, […]

Chamber names Small Biz event finalists

VW independent/submitted information Join the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce when it celebrates and honors outstanding small businesses at its Salute to Small Business Awards Luncheon at noon Thursday, November 21, at Willow Bend Country Club.  Luncheon registration closes Monday, November 18, and the community is invited to attend as the Chamber recognizes outstanding […]

CERT planning auction fundraiser in Nov.

VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Emergency Management Agency are planning a Quarter-less Auction Monday, November 18, at Moose Lodge 1320. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the auction to begin at 6 that evening. The event is being held to raise money to assist families in need […]

Peony Pageant seeking queen candidates

VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert Peony Pageant Committee is seeking contestants for Queen Jubilee XLV.  The pageant will be held Friday, April 3, 2020. Interested high school seniors should contact their high school guidance counselors for applications. Area home-schooled seniors are also eligible and can get more information by contacting Pageant Director Kylie Mills at […]

Pigskin Pick’Em: regional semifinals

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor After last week’s Ohio High School Athletic Association regional quarterfinals, just a handful of teams are left in the football postseason. The Western Buckeye League went 2-2, with St. Marys Memorial and Ottawa-Glandorf posting wins, while Wapakoneta and Kenton lost. The lone Northwest Conference representative, Allen East, fell, while the Green […]

Crestview soccer awards

The Crestview soccer program held its postseason awards banquet to recognize athletes for their hard work throughout the season. Coach John Dowler and his staff presented Northwest Conference Scholar-Athlete and special awards during the event. NWC Scholar-Athlete Awards (l to r) Row 1: Chloee Case, Madalyn Ward, Salex Overmyer, Jade Sheaffer, Lindsey Schumm. Row 2: […]