SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor This week’s Monday Mailbag includes a comment about Glenville, good thoughts on Van Wert and the College Football Playoff. Q: As I previously pointed out, in 2018 they (Glenville) were found to be cheating and recruiting so they were not allowed to participate in the OHSAA playoffs. As you pointed out they […]
POSTED: 11/21/22 at 4:39 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the football state semifinal playoff pairings and sites Sunday afternoon. Division I, II, III and V will play on Friday, while Division IV, VI and VII will play on Saturday. All games kick off at 7 p.m. OHSAA Football State Semifinal Pairings Designated home […]
POSTED: 11/21/22 at 4:38 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Girls basketball Lincolnview 52 Continental 28 CONTINENTAL — Emerson Walker scored 13 points and Carsyn Looser added 11 to lead Lincolnview to a season opening 52-28 win over Continental on Saturday. The Lancers led 15-8 after one quarter, with Looser scoring seven points and Addysen Stevens draining a pair of triples. Lincolnview […]
POSTED: 11/21/22 at 4:38 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Local winter sports coaches are reminded to send scores, scorebook pages, statistics and other relevant information to sports@thevwindependent.com after each event. Doing so helps the VW independent provide the best possible coverage of your winter sports athletes.
POSTED: 11/21/22 at 4:37 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
James Howard “Hooch” Lane Jr., 63, of Van Wert, passed away at his residence Monday, November 14, 2022. He was born on April 22, 1959, in Van Wert to Betty J. (Hammons) Lane who survives of Van Wert and James Howard Lane, Sr., who preceded him in death. Family survivors include his two daughters Megan […]
POSTED: 11/20/22 at 1:43 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor TIFFIN — No. 6 Van Wert traded blows with No. 1 Glenville all night but came up short in the Division IV Region 14 championship game on Saturday. Behind 284 yards rushing and five touchdowns on 31 carries by D’Shawntae Jones, the Tarblooders shook off five turnovers and defeated the Cougars 42-33 […]
POSTED: 11/20/22 at 1:36 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Van Wert Cougars hold up the Division IV Region 14 runner-up trophy after Saturday’s 42-33 loss to No. 1 Glenville. It was the third straight regional final appearance for Van Wert, a first in school history. The Cougars finished the season 12-2. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 11/20/22 at 1:35 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Greg Yinger/special to the VW independent This summer, Manuel “Manny” Garcia, 72, came to the Haven of Hope men’s shelter in Van Wert after he was displaced from his apartment following serious health issues. Haven of Hope and CHP Home Care & Hospice are collaborating with local resources to address Garcia’s needs and help him […]
POSTED: 11/18/22 at 11:48 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Tucker L. Laux has been selected the 2022 Trooper of the Year at the Van Wert Post. The selection of Trooper Laux, 27, is in recognition of outstanding service during 2022. Fellow officers stationed at the Van Wert post, chose Trooper Laux based on his leadership abilities, professional […]
POSTED: 11/18/22 at 11:47 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert and Ottoville tipped off the 2022-2023 girls high school basketball season Friday night. The Cougars flexed their muscles on the defensive end and posted a 51-44 win over the Big Green. A game story can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 11/18/22 at 11:46 pm. FILED UNDER: News