VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert County Humane Society has officially opened its new shelter and adoption center and is inviting the public to celebrate. The Humane Society will be hosting a public open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 13, at their new location 550 Fox Road in Van Wert. […]
POSTED: 08/08/22 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
There will be a celebration of the life of Robert K.Sealscott from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, August 21, at the Elks Lodge, 1196 Elks Drive, Van Wert. Please plan to share your stories of Bob and wear Bob’s favorite island attire. On Monday August 22, 2022 at 2:00 His interment service with the Military Honor Guard […]
POSTED: 08/07/22 at 6:44 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Lincolnview and Van Wert, along with several other area schools are among nearly 1,200 Ohio schools set to receive state assistance to pay for security upgrades that will enhance the safety of students and staff. Lincolnview Elementary is getting a grant of $30.512.85 from the Ohio K-12 School Safety […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 9:34 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The World’s Longest Yard Sale, the 127 Sale is in its third and final day today. A lot of bargain hunters made their way to the Van Wert County Fairgrounds to check out what sellers were offering and perhaps to negotiate a deal or two. It’s not the end of bargains thought – the Lincoln […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 9:32 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Van Wert County’s first roundabout opened for use on Friday. The single lane roundabout, at the U.S. 127/U.S. 224/Marsh Road intersection, just north of the Van Wert city limits, was put into use by the Ohio Department of Transportation Friday afternoon.
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 9:31 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine has announced the appointment of Lieutenant Colonel Charles A. Jones as the new superintendent of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. He’ll be promoted to the rank of colonel effective Friday, August 12, and will replace outgoing superintendent Colonel Richard S. Fambro, who will retire after nearly […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 9:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor The newest member of the Vantage Career Center Board of Education was sworn in during Thursday night’s monthly meeting. Rebecca Suever took the oath of office to fill the remainder of a three-year term, which ends in August of 2023. She’s replacing Tony Wiechert, who joined the board in Sepember of 2020, […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
COLUMBUS — Ohio’s annual sales tax holiday is underway. State lawmakers approved it as a way to provide additional tax relief for Ohioans during back-to-school season. Through 11:59 p.m. Sunday the following items will be exempt from sales tax: Any clothing item priced at $75 or less Any school supplies priced at $20 or less […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Ohio State Alumni Club Of Van Wert & Paulding Counties will hold a siplent auction for two premium tickets for the September 3 Ohio State vs. Notre Dame tootball game. The season-opening game will kick off at 7:30 p.m. at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. The silent auction will be held […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 3:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Habitat For Humanity of Van Wert County is hosting a financial education workshop at 7 p.m. Monday, August 15, at Grace Bible Church, 603 Airport Avenue, Van Wert. Banking and real estate professionals will be on hand to explain the steps to buying a home. Topics will include budgeting and saving for […]
POSTED: 08/05/22 at 3:42 am. FILED UNDER: News