Van Wert independent news When it comes to local and area unemployment rates, Van Wert County is on the lower end of the spectrum. County-by-county figures released on Tuesday by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services show Van Wert County’s September jobless rate was 3.7 percent, substantially below the statewide average of 5.4 […]
POSTED: 10/27/21 at 3:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Convoy Historical Society has announced it will host Jim Pickett, author of the Bones of Kekionga Trilogy at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 7, at the Convoy Opera House at 111 S. Main Street. Pickett has a connection to Convoy. His mother born there and a great grandfather worked as […]
POSTED: 10/27/21 at 3:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
Constance “Connie” Bowen, age 83, of Jimmerson Lake, Angola, Indiana, passed away Monday, October 25, 2021 at Lutheran Life Villages of Kendallville. Connie was born December 7, 1937 in Berne, Indiana to Roy and Genevieve (Smith) Strickler. Many knew her as the namesake of her parent’s fruit market in Decatur, Indiana called Connie’s Market. Connie […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 1:52 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police October 18 – KC Kerns, 40, of Van Wert, was arrested for criminal trespassing and disorderly conduct. October 18 – Jeffery Adam Craft, 40, of Van Wert, was arrested on a warrant out of Van Wert Municipal Court. October 19 – Zachary Scott Craig, 42, of Van Wert, was arrested by order […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 5:08 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Good luck wishes, a final ranking, Rossford, playoff qualifiers, a continuous clock, Penn State’s last win, and a question are among this week’s Random Thoughts. Good luck Good luck to Lincolnview’s volleyball team in tonight’s Division IV district semifinal match against Fort Recovery. Good luck as well to cross country runners from […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:55 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information The Van Wert Cougars will take on the Rossford Bulldogs in the opening round of the Division IV, Region IV playoffs at 7 p.m. Friday, October 29, at Eggerss Stadium. To gain entry to the game, tickets must be purchased online through OHSAA’s ticketing site at https://www.ohsaa.org/tickets. Cash will not be accepted at […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:54 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Recent vandalism at two city parks was brought up during Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council. Parks and Recreation Committee Chairman Joel Penton said continued vandalism has been a problem at Fountain Park. “The major problem is the door handle to the bandstand keeps getting broken off,” Penton said. “I […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Health Pediatric Rehab team will host an action-packed virtual story time from 6:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, November 9. This 30-minute program will include a story and interactive activities perfect for children ages 3-6. Parents, grandparents, or others caregivers are encouraged to register their child for this free event which will expand […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:48 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert High School Vocal Music Department will present a fall concert at 8 p.m. Thursday, October 28, at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. The Freshman Choir, Sophomore Women’s Choir, Select Choir, and Concert Choir will all take the stage. The ensembles will perform a variety of pieces representing different musical styles. Admission is […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information OHIO CITY — The Ohio City Park Association will hold its annual Halloween Party from 8 p.m. until 12 a.m. Saturday, October 30, at the Ohio City Community Building. This year’s entertainment will be provided by the band “Section Ate” and there will be chili and peanut butter and lettuce sandwiches available. Cash […]
POSTED: 10/26/21 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: News