Submitted information COLUMBUS — Monday afternoon, Governor DeWine was joined by incoming Ohio Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff and leaders of the Ohio Hospital Association to discuss the status of hospital capacity in Ohio as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to surge throughout the state. There are currently more than […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 5:51 pm. FILED UNDER: News
To the Editor: I wish to extend my very special thanks to all who supported the recent passage of the much needed Brumback Library renewal levy. I gratefully appreciate the funding that the property owners/voters have made possible with this passage. The following individuals, volunteers, organizations, local officials, and businesses were a great help in […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 3:52 pm. FILED UNDER: Letters to the Editor
Irene Ellen Adams, 95, of Convoy, passed away at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, November 7, 2020, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Van Wert. She was born December 14, 1924, in Van Wert, the daughter of Gilbert Paul and Leona Ellen (Wirts) Riley, who both preceded her in death. On December 21, 1943, Irene married the […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 3:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert independent sports During a memorable senior season, Van Wert quarterback Owen Treece has piled up impressive numbers and has earned top Western Buckeye League accolades. In addition to leading the Cougars to the Division IV state semifinals, the two-way starter has been named first team All-WBL on both sides of the ball and […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 3:41 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor This week’s Monday Mailbag features comments about Pigskin Pick’Em predictions, a question about the Student-Athlete of the Week feature, next year’s playoff format and a question about the Cincinnati Wyoming Cowboys. C: Glad to see you got with the program and picked the right team this week. Maybe now you’ll realize […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 4:53 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Member of the Van Wert Cougars football team celebrate their Division IV regional football championship after defeating Shelby 49-7 on Saturday. A game story and photo can be found on the Sports Page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 12:32 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information First Bank of Berne and the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce will present “Tis the Season to Shop Local.” This holiday season, First Bank of Berne and the Van Wert Chamber encourage shoppers to support local businesses. Due to the challenges of the global pandemic, small businesses need area residents’ help […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 12:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Van Wert High School Principal Bob Priest announces the schedule for parent-teacher conferences this month. Parent-teacher conferences will be held in VWHS classrooms on Monday, November 23, from 4-8 p.m.; Tuesday, November 24, from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Monday, February 18, 2021, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 12:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information National Door & Trim recently completed its 2020 United Way campaign, increasing last year’s contribution. The company’s generosity has been instrumental in serving United Way agencies in Van Wert County. National Door & Trim has been a Day of Caring t-shirt sponsor and its team has participated in service projects and volunteers have […]
POSTED: 11/09/20 at 12:20 am. FILED UNDER: News
Johnny Rae Ewing, 79, of Van Wert, passed away at 12:42 p.m. Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at Vancrest Health Care Center in Van Wert. He was born August 11, 1941, in Terry, West Virginia, the son of Lawrence and Francis Marie (Ewing) Adkins, who both preceded him in death. Survivors include his son, Billy Joe […]
POSTED: 11/08/20 at 4:55 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries