To the Editor: This week Van Wert Health joins thousands of hospitals across the country in celebrating National Hospital Week (May 9-15), which is an annual opportunity to recognize the incredible contributions of everyone who works in our hospital, physicians’ offices, and clinics. We have nearly 600 employees — from technology specialists, administrators, social workers, […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 10:54 pm. FILED UNDER: Letters to the Editor
The day is drawing nearer to submit your work for our annual June Art Exhibit! Deadline to submit your work is May 14! All artists, both amateur and pro over the age of 18, are encouraged to enter. This is our 66th Anniversary too! (We would have celebrated our 65th last year, but …you know). […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 10:51 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
Linda Girod of Plant City, Florida passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021. She was born December 17, 1941, in Van Wert, to Donald and Della (McGinnis) Bowers, who both preceded her in death. She married Carl Girod on December 9, 1960, he passed away January 16, 2016. Survivors include two sons, Rick Girod of Grover […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 4:46 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert independent sports Softball Lincolnview 8 Antwerp 7 (8 innings) Annie Mendenhall scored on an error in the eighth inning and for the second straight day Lincolnview enjoyed an extra inning walk-off win, this time 8-7 over Antwerp. The Lancers were down 3-1 entering the bottom of the third and 7-4 in the bottom […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 3:56 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Bruce and Julie Kennedy of Van Wert recently donated to the Van Wert County Humane Society’s capital campaign and their plans for a new shelter/adoption center on Fox Road. Shown above are Michelle White, capital campaign chairperson; Deb Sealscott, VWCHS board president; and Julie Kennedy. “Every stray animal deserves a second chance at finding a […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 12:12 am. FILED UNDER: News
Staff and submitted information ST. MARYS — Midwest Electric recently donated a total of $17,200 to 19 west-central Ohio non-profit organizations and community projects through its Community Connection Fund (CCF). Three Van Wert County organizations or projects were among receiving funding from the electric cooperative. The Van Wert Family YMCA received $1.000 to purchase an […]
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 12:08 am. FILED UNDER: News
Staff and submitted information The Van Wert County Board of Health will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, in the health department conference room. The address is 1179 Westwood Drive, Suite 300, in Van Wert. There is also a remote option for those who want to join. Call 415.655.0001 and use Access code 182 774 0553.
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 12:02 am. FILED UNDER: News
Staff and submitted information The Van Wert County Board of Elections will be moving its regular scheduled board meeting to 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, to collaborate with the Official Canvass of the May 4 Primary/Special at 9:30 a.m.
POSTED: 05/12/21 at 12:00 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police May 1, 11:16 p.m. — Krystle L. Shinnaberry, 34, of 420 N. Chestnut St., was arrested on a warrant issued in Van Wert Municipal Court while in the 200 block of North Chestnut Street, and was also charged with obstructing official business in connection with the arrest. May 7, 9:54 p.m. — […]
POSTED: 05/11/21 at 11:23 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Naomi “Jane” Mason, 92, of Van Wert, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 2:55 a.m. Sunday, May 9, 2021, at her residence. She was born February 15, 1929, in Union Township, the daughter of Doyle and Jenny (Mefferd) Stuckey, who both preceded her in death. Jane was a 1947 graduate of Union […]
POSTED: 05/11/21 at 4:25 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries