SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A quick preview of Port Clinton, state semifinal pairings, Donnell Stadium, poll champions, seeds the MAC and the Ohio State Buckeyes are among this week’s Random Thoughts. A quick preview A full Van Wert-Port Clinton game preview will appear on Wednesday’s Sports page but here is some early information on the Redskins. […]
POSTED: 11/16/21 at 4:49 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Van Wert’s success in the football playoffs has led to some changes to this weekend’s girls’ basketball schedule. Friday night’s season opener between Van Wert and Ottoville has been moved to Saturday night. The junior varsity game will tip off at 6, followed by the varsity game. Crestview will now play […]
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Submitted information CONVOY — Pre-sale tickets for the Crestview’s November 27 boys’ basketball game against Miller City will be sold starting Tuesday from 7:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m in the athletic office. Pre-sale tickets are $5 for an adult ticket and $4 for a student ticket. All tickets at the door will be $7.
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY – Much of Monday’s Crestview Local Schools Board of Education meeting focused on the future – future finances and possible future careers in skilled trades for students. Before approving the latest five-year financial forecast, the board heard from Treasurer Ashley Whetsel, who noted the mandated projection shows the district will be […]
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VW independent news OHIO CITY — Tonight is when residents of Ohio City will have the opportunity to learn more about the proposed Eggerss Stadium renovation project and bond issue. An informational meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the Ohio City Community Building. Van Wert City Schools Superintendent Mark Bagley will be the […]
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This car wound up in a difficult spot after turning from East Main St. on to South Market St. on Monday. No injuries were reported and a tow truck was called to remove the car from the new boulevard. Photo by Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
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VW independent/submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit against social media giant Facebook for misleading the public on how it controlled its proprietary algorithm, allegedly all in an effort to boost its stock and deceive shareholders. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) […]
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Big Band sounds… Denver Bierman is bringing his Big Band, Denver & the Mile High Orchestra to the Niswonger stage at 7 p.m. this Sunday thanks to Presenting Sponsor JoAnne Wolford. This concert kicks off the Christmas season at the Niswonger with a setlist that harkens back to Big Band favorites mixed in with Christmas […]
POSTED: 11/15/21 at 8:38 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor This week’s Monday Mailbag features questions about Van Wert’s postseason chances, Lima Central Catholic, Clyde-Van Wert, Clinton-Massie, Van Wert’s basketball schedule and the Division IV all-MAC volleyball finals. Q: Do you think Van Wert will run into any conflicts this postseason? Their offense is off the charts. Also, you keep picking Lima […]
POSTED: 11/15/21 at 4:53 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent staff If you’re planning on traveling for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, you certainly won’t be alone. Roads and airports may seem jam-packed this year as travel industry giant AAA predicts 53.4 million people, including 2.2 million Ohioans, will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday between Wednesday, November 24 and Sunday, November 28. It’s an […]
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