Tuesday April 19, 2022 6:50 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area in Ridge Township to check on a subject walking on the railroad tracks. 6:56 a.m. – Received a report of a two vehicle crash on U.S. Route 127 in Hoaglin Township involving a box truck and passenger vehicle. Ohio State Highway Patrol and […]
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 8:21 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
These four members of the Van Wert High School Robotics Club are all smiles after arriving in Texas on Tuesday. The team will compete in the FIRST World Championships in Houston, along with 400 other teams from 30 counties. Competition is scheduled to begin today and run through Saturday. Pictured from left to right: Abbie […]
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 4:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about a proposed massive renovation project and for many, a chance to perhaps relive some old memories. It’s also a chance to see firsthand exactly what will be done to historic Eggerss Stadium, if voters approve a 20-year bond issue to rehab and renovate. The […]
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff and submitted information Over the past several months, the YWCA of Van Wert County has partnered with kindergarten classes at Van Wert Early Childhood Center and Crestview Early Childhood Center to bring students an abuse prevention and personal safety program called Safer, Smarter Kids. This kindergarten curriculum was created by classroom educators, […]
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 3:36 am. FILED UNDER: News
A Tuesday afternoon fire destroyed a garage in Harrison Township. Firefighters from Wren, Willshire and Ohio City were at the scene, along with Van Wert County Sheriff’s deputies and Van Wert County CERT. CERT photo
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 3:36 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports SPENCERVILLE — Dane Ebel struck out 16 Spencerville batters and allowed just two hits and walked one, as Lincolnview topped the Bearcats 3-1 on Tuesday. It was the fifth consecutive win for the Lancers (5-3, 3-0 NWC) and the 100th win for head coach Eric Fishpaw at Lincolnview. Landon Price and Carson […]
POSTED: 04/20/22 at 3:35 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
A truck and SUV collided on U.S. 127 at Cooper Farms this morning. It happened just before 7 a.m. when the truck turned into the path of the SUV, causing moderate damage to both vehicles. The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol and Van Wert Fire/EMS were at the scene. Bob Barnes/Van […]
POSTED: 04/19/22 at 8:35 am. FILED UNDER: News
Carving out time… “I wish I had gotten tickets,” shared Mr. Shoulda Gone. We hear it every day about the one that got away. Live entertainment is in the now. It’s raw and unexpected. Often unscripted and open to interpretation by the audience. Van Wert Live programs and presents the highest quality in entertainment on […]
POSTED: 04/19/22 at 8:25 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Monday April 18, 2022 2:43 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location in Pleasant Township to investigate the report of reckless operation. 4:03 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location in the Village of Willshire to assist a subject locked out of their vehicle. 4:26 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location in the City […]
POSTED: 04/19/22 at 8:05 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor This week’s edition of Random Thoughts centers around the Cincinnati Reds, Crestview baseball and softball, Lincolnview baseball and softball and the USFL. Cincinnati Reds I’m what you’d call a casual Cincinnati Reds fan. I like to see them win and do well, except when they play the Cleveland Indi…er…Guardians. However, all I […]
POSTED: 04/19/22 at 3:49 am. FILED UNDER: Sports