Joseph Gant entered life eternal on Friday, January 15, 2021. While he will be ushered to glory to be with his mother, father, and sisters, and a host of family and friends he lost along the journey, his spirit will continue to be carried by his Earthly family: his wife of 22 years, Phyllis (Brown) […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 12:30 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor This week’s edition of Random Thoughts centers around a big Northwest Conference showdown, the Division IV Elida district, Van Wert boys’ basketball, Shawnee, a big Western Buckeye League battle and Tom Brady. First place showdown Assuming they can play tonight, Columbus Grove at Lincolnview is a huge game in the Northwest […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 4:56 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports OTTAWA — In their first game since January 12, the short handed Van Wert Lady Cougars were no match for state ranked Ottawa-Glandorf. The Lady Titans (No. 6, Division III) rallied from an early deficit to defeat the visitors 60-38. Ottawa-Glandorf improved to 15-2 (5-1 WBL), while Van Wert fell to […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 4:55 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Van Wert varsity volleyball team recently gathered to celebrate the fall season and various team accomplishments. Team awards and varsity letters were honored and scholar athletes were also named and presented with certificates. Special awards (above, left to right): Kayla Krites , nost blocks; Mariana Ickes, most aces; Carlee Young, most digs; Jaylyn Rickard, […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 4:55 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Representatives of the Van Wert Forward were at Van Wert City Council on Monday to talk about the Downtown Redevelopment Master Plan created by a number of local development agencies working with consultants. Seth Baker, executive secretary of the Van Wert County Foundation, introduced Aaron Domini of OHM Advisors, a Columbus-based architectural […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 4:06 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Main Street Van Wert has a suggestion for area residents: take a sweet stroll through downtown Van Wert. The MSVW Promotions Committee announces the return of the Downtown Chocolate Walk, to be held Friday evening, February 5. Participating businesses will be open for this special event from 4-8 p.m. Tickets are $20 […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 3:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information The Van Wert County Common Pleas General Division Drug Court has earned final certification from the Ohio Supreme Court’s Commission on Specialized Dockets. In order to receive the certification, the local court had to submit an application, undergo a site visit, and provide specific program materials in response to certification standards that […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 3:53 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information COLUMBUS — The number of drones in the United State has exploded in the past decade. Today, 1.7 million drones are registered with the Federal Aviation Administration. However, only about 208,000 pilots are certified to fly them. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) announces free e-learning courses that provide the fundamental knowledge […]
POSTED: 01/26/21 at 3:36 am. FILED UNDER: News
Dick Ray Kirkendall, 88, died Saturday, January 23, 2021, at his home in Van Wert. Dick was born September 13, 1932, in North Baltimore, to Ray and Wilma Kirkendall, who both preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Larry (Ginny), Don (Ann), and Lynn (Sue) Kirkendall. Dick loved and […]
POSTED: 01/25/21 at 4:17 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
James “Jim” Gilliland went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 22, 2021, at Hilliard Memory Care. He fought a long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Jim was born May 21, 1938, in Van Wert, the son of Dale and Golda (Kanney) Gilliland, who both preceded him in death. He graduated from Van […]
POSTED: 01/25/21 at 4:14 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries