Submitted information The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce will present a Fourth Wednesday event January 26, at Willow Bend Country Club in Van Wert. Ty Coil and The Marketing Junkie, Marie Miller will explain the importance of a consistent brand across all platforms, setting up social media channels, determining an audience, collaboration and planning content, […]
POSTED: 01/19/22 at 4:34 am. FILED UNDER: News
In the jungle…the mighty jungle… There is a first time for everything, and that time is now! Van Wert Live and the Van Wert Civic Theatre proudly announce a collaboration that puts the region’s most talented performers on the Niswonger Performing Arts Center Stage. For the first time ever, the Van Wert Civic Theatre will […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 1:47 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Cast of Blues opens on January 28, 2022 and we are celebrating by having a special music trio! Kaitlyn Schmit, Frank Stemen and Aeddon Cartwright will have some groovy tunes to usher in this compelling exhibit. This national-level exhibit has been touring around the country and celebrates the American history of the Blues. It is […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 1:35 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY — Crestview’s Cali Gregory scored 20 points and the Lady Knights shook off a slow start to defeat county rival Van Wert 58-40 at Ray Etzler Gymnasium Monday night. Van Wert’s Kyra Welch scored seven points in the first period and the Lady Cougars led 12-6 with 1:30 left in the […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:48 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor The latest edition of Random Thoughts centers around a round robin scheduling format, a marathon winner with Van Wert ties, Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys fans, Sunday’s AFC divisional games and a college football opening 4,300 miles away. Round robin This is one of the times I wish the GMC and NWC would […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:47 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Crestview student section had some fun during Monday night’s girls’ non-conference basketball game against Van Wert. The students had a lot to cheer about as the Lady Knights posted a 58-40 victory over their county rivals. A full game story can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:45 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff and submitted information HAVILAND — Paulding County Commissioner Roy W. Klopfenstein has declared his candidacy for the 82nd District of the Ohio House of Representatives which consists of Mercer, Van Wert, Paulding counties, and part of Defiance County. The seat is currently held by Craig Riedel (R-Defiance), who recently announced his intention […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:44 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Optimist Club of Van Wert invites area students to enter its annual Oratorical contest for the opportunity to win prize money and the possibility of earning thousands of dollars in scholarships. The Optimist Club Oratorical Contest is set for 2 p.m. March 6, at CHP Home Care & Hospice in Van Wert. […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:44 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The 2021 annual financial report for Union Township has been completed and is available for review by requesting the information from Fiscal Officer Melissa Mefferd.
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
Monday’s freezing drizzle notwithstanding, it’s no secret this winter has been mild so far, and the stats comparing this year to last prove it. Above are the current figures for the 16-county region in the Ohio Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) northwest region regarding materials used and equipment miles driven during snow and ice control operations […]
POSTED: 01/18/22 at 4:42 am. FILED UNDER: News