VW independent/submitted information The Marsh Foundation has been committed to serving children and families for 100 years. Throughout the past century, the State of Ohio has often determined that facilities need to meet certain requirements and provide certain services in line with their licensing. This is once again the case, and The Marsh will transition […]
POSTED: 03/09/21 at 12:44 am. FILED UNDER: News
Jill Lynn Burnett, 46, of Van Wert, passed away Friday evening, March 5, 2021, at home. She was born June 8, 1974, in Van Wert, the daughter of David L. (Lori) Burnett, who survives in Van Wert, and Donna Stocklin, who preceded her in death. Other survivors include her five sons, Elliot Ainsworth of Kenton, […]
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 5:13 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
VW independent/submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted provided the following updates Monday on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Phase 1D and Phase 2B vaccination eligibilityIn response to significant increases in the amount of vaccine coming into Ohio, Governor DeWine outlined the individuals who are included in Phase […]
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 5:01 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The awards keep piling up for the Crestview Lady Knights — Northwest Conference champions, Division IV sectional and district champions, and, now, regional champions after Saturday’s 65-35 win over Columbus Grove (see the Sports page for pictures and a full game story). The latest victory means Crestview will face No. 1 Fort Loramie in the […]
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 12:08 am. FILED UNDER: News
Junior Achievement of Van Wert County recently recognized Jeffery-Mohr Family Dentistry for its commitment to being a Partner Level sponsor, which provides funding support for an entire programming series. JA of Van Wert County programming is performed by volunteers and reaches more than 1,500 students each school year, focusing on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work readiness. […]
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 12:07 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent/submitted information Lincolnview Local Schools will again permit students from adjacent school districts to apply and enroll in the district’s schools through “open enrollment” for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications are now being accepted through May 31 on a first-come, first-served basis, according to the time and date the application was received in the […]
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 12:06 am. FILED UNDER: News
Dr. Tom Kinnan accepts a $100 check from Noah Girod on behalf of Trinity Friends Church and Jeff Waggamon, director of the church’s food pantry, which was delivered by Angela Wolfrum, office administrator. photo by Rex Dolby for the Van Wert independent
POSTED: 03/08/21 at 12:04 am. FILED UNDER: Church, Lifestyles
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports editor ELIDA — The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word dominate as “commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others.” The word dominate best describes Crestview’s 65-35 win Columbus Grove (17-8) in the Division IV regional championship at Elida on Saturday. The Lady Knights were in complete control from start to finish and the […]
POSTED: 03/07/21 at 9:04 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Crestview Lady Knights are bound for the Division IV state semifinals in Dayton after Saturday’s 65-35 regional championship win over Columbus Grove. Clockwise, Laci McCoy fights for a rebound, head coach Mark Gregory celebrates after the win, Myia Etzler looks to pass to a teammate and Cali Gregory puts up a jumper. Bob Barnes/Van […]
POSTED: 03/07/21 at 9:03 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent sports Division II NORWALK — Van Wert’s two remaining wrestlers bowed out at the Division II district tournament at Norwalk High School. At 126 pounds, Killian Sudduth lost his first round match 16-9 to Hunter Drury of Huron, then ended his season by losing via pin to Isaiah Thomas of Clear Fork […]
POSTED: 03/07/21 at 9:02 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports