The Marsh Foundation’s new dining and fitness facility includes a gymnasium, a kitchen and dining area, while a fitness center is now in the space that previously served as the cafeteria. Scott Truxell/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 10/18/21 at 3:59 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff and submitted information Lincolnview Theatre is preparing for the upcoming production of Moliere’s The Imaginary Invalid. This historically famous play was written in late 17th century France by Moliere, original name Jean-Baptiste Poquelin. It is a classical French farce about a hypochondriac who believes he has every ailment and is about to […]
POSTED: 10/18/21 at 3:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff and submitted information Vantage Career Center’s Avantagé Salon will be open for business starting Tuesday, October 19. Vantage Cosmetology seniors will schedule appointments and manage the salon from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays weekly. The Avantagé Salon offers a variety of hair and beauty services, including hair care, manicures, gel polish, […]
POSTED: 10/18/21 at 3:52 am. FILED UNDER: News
William D. Benschneider, a.k.a. Bill, Benny, Bench, Benji, or Big’n, passed away peacefully in his home Monday, October 4, surrounded by family. He was born on July 7, 1945 to Donna Jean and William Benschneider in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Linda; son Bill (Erika) Benschneider and daughter Karla (Sam) […]
POSTED: 10/16/21 at 4:42 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
2021 Crestview homecoming queen Maisee Short receives flowers after being crowned during Friday night’s festivities, while homecoming king Rontae Jackson looks on. The Knights celebrated homecoming with a 38-7 win over Ada. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:43 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The October monthly meeting of the Western Ohio Chapter of the Lincoln Highway Association (WOC-LHA) will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, at the Van Wert County Historical Museum, 602 N. Washington Street in Van Wert. After a short business meeting, Van Wert residents Jim and Rosie Cox will present a multimedia […]
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:41 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The Bowling Green State University Men’s Chorus will be in concert at the First United Methodist Church in Van Wert at 7 p.m. Thursday, October 28. Founded in 1971 and celebrating their 50th Anniversary, the BGSU Men’s Chorus is steeped in rich tradition, brotherhood, and a shared devotion for passionate music-making. The chorus, under the […]
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Crestview High School Class of 1971 recently celebrated with a 50-year class reunion, starting with a meal and social time at Olympic Lanes in Van Wert. The classmates then enjoyed an exciting Crestview football victory over Delphos Jefferson, before going back to Olympic Lanes. On Saturday, the group met in the morning […]
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor ELIDA — Aidan Pratt accounted for five touchdowns and No. 7 Van Wert rolled by Elida 41-7 on Friday night, putting the Cougars in a position to clinch at least a share of the Western Buckeye League championship next week. The junior quarterback completed 22-of-28 passes for 286 yards and three touchdowns, […]
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:38 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY — Carson Hunter completed 11-of-15 passes for 265 yards and tossed three touchdown passes, two to Hunter Rothgeb, and Crestview enjoyed a 38-7 homecoming win over Ada on Friday. The victory snapped a two-game losing streak and improved Crestview’s record to 6-3 (3-3 NWC) while Ada fell to 1-8 (0-6 NWC). […]
POSTED: 10/15/21 at 11:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports