The Van Wert Police Department is urging cashiers to be extra vigilant during cash transactions. Several local businesses have received counterfeit money over the past few days. The police department said if the bill feels too thin, doesn’t appear to be the right color, doesn’t have raised ink or have red and blue fibers throughout, […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 11:04 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Wassenberg Art Center has announced the 45th annual Juried Exhibition of the Ohio Watercolor Society, January 12 through February 5. The opening reception will be held from 6-9 p.m. January 12, and everyone is welcome to attend the free exhibit. Refreshments will be provided and a cash bar will be […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 11:03 pm. FILED UNDER: News
State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) took the oath of office Tuesday for his first term as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 82nd House District, which includes Paulding, Putnam and Van Wert counties and the southern portion of Defiance County. “It is a true honor to represent the 82nd House […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 11:03 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor It was the first home game in nearly a month for Van Wert, but things didn’t go as hoped for the Cougars, who fell in overtime to Wapakoneta 46-44 on Friday. The loss dropped Van Wert to 6-2 (1-2 WBL) while Wapakoneta improved to 4-7 (1-2 WBL). The game was tied 42-42 […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 11:02 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor BLUFFTON — Make it five straight wins for Crestview. The Knights outscored Bluffton 14-5 in the final quarter to defeat the Pirates 55-45 on Friday, putting Crestview at 8-1 (2-1 NWC) on the season, while Bluffton (5-4, 2-1 NWC) saw its five-game winning streak come to an end. Wade Sheets scored six […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 10:56 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports SPENCERVILLE — Once beaten Spencerville was too much for Lincolnview as the Bearcats defeated the Lancers 68-32 on Friday. Spencerville led 12-7 after one quarter then seized control with a 29-15 halftime advantage. The lead grew to 52-27 after three quarters. Josh Henline led all scorers with 25 points, Blake Sommers added […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 10:56 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Wapakoneta topped Van Wert 46-27 in Western Buckeye League wrestling action on Thursday. The Cougars picked up wins from Joaquin Estrada (106, pin in 1:13), Xavier Leal (120, pin in 1:28), and Renson Spear (126, 12-8 decision), plus forfeit wins by Dennis (Keaton) Sudduth (144), and Nick Edwards (220).
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 10:55 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Thursday January 5, 2023 7:39 a.m. – Deputies responded to the area of U.S. 30 near John Brown Road in Pleasant Township for a motor vehicle crash. Van Wert Fire, Van Wert City Police and the Ohio State Highway Patrol also responded to the scene. 7:41 a.m. – Deputies responded to Werner Road in Tully Township for a motor […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 9:11 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — You’re more than likely familiar with them – those annoying telephone calls with an automated voice that try to pitch extended car warranties. Now, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has announced he is continuing his fight against robocallers, this time suing six individuals and six companies that relied on […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 4:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Sergeant Joseph R. Sisco has been promoted to the rank of lieutenant by Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. Lieutenant Sisco will remain in his current assignment at the Van Wert Post to serve as post commander. The promotion took effect on Sunday, January 1. Lieutenant Sisco began his Patrol career in October […]
POSTED: 01/06/23 at 4:47 am. FILED UNDER: News