SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor CONVOY — Crestview shook off a slow start and went on to defeat visiting Tinora 44-37 on Saturday and in the process, Ohio State signee Kalen Etzler joined the 1,000 point club. The 6-8 senior forward hit a deep triple with 1:33 left in the third quarter to hit the coveted […]
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 4:53 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
A deep pull-up triple by Crestview’s Kalen Etzler gave the senior forward 1,000 career points. The shot came with 1:33 left in the third quarter and a timeout was called to honor the accomplishment by the 6-8 Etzler, who is committed to play for Ohio State. Photo byWyatt Richardson/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 4:52 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Tonight’s Western Buckeye League boys’ basketball game between Van Wert and Defiance has been postponed because of COVID-19. The game has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 12, at Defiance High School. The junior varsity game will tip off at 6 p.m., followed by the varsity game.
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 4:51 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview freshman Cali Gregory went off for 27 points during Saturday’s game at Hicksville. Sparked by Gregory’s scoring outburst and a 22-4 third quarter scoring advantage, the Lady Knights posted a 58-45 win. Teammate Olivia Cunningham scored 14 points, as Crestview improved to 6-1 on the season. The Lady Knights are scheduled to host Continental […]
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 4:50 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports The Monday Mailbag feature will return to the Sports page next Monday, January 11. If you have a local, college, or pro sports question or comment for the next Monday Mailbag, please email it to sports@thevwindependent.com.
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 4:50 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Editor’s note: The following article touches on some of the 2020 top stories that will continue to make news in 2021. DAVE MOSIER/independent editor A number of 2020’s top stories will continue to generate news articles this year, with at least one story likely providing news for years — possibly even decades — to come. […]
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 12:32 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information CONVOY — The winners of the “Light Up the Night” Christmas decorating event in Convoy have been released. Winners include the following: First place — Mike and Linda Clay, 6637 Lincoln Highway, 28 points Second place — Kyle and Casey Hammonds, 602 E. Tully St., 18 points Third place — Ed and […]
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 12:25 am. FILED UNDER: News
Junior Achievement of Van Wert County recently recognized Cool Machines and business partners Dave Krendl and Andy Schulte for their commitment to being a Partner Level sponsor, which provides funding support for an entire programming series. Local JA programming is performed by all volunteers and reaches over 1,500 students each school year, focusing on financial literacy, […]
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 12:22 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Union Township Board of Trustees will have a re-organizational meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, January 7, at the township building.
POSTED: 01/04/21 at 12:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
Marcia A. Hernandez, 70, of Van Wert, passed away at 8:14 p.m. Friday, January 1, 2021, at Van Wert Health. She was born April 2, 1950, in Van Wert, the daughter of John and Eva (Steele) Hundley, who both preceded her in death. Survivors include her two children, Jamie S. Evans and James W. Hernandez, […]
POSTED: 01/03/21 at 12:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries