Submitted information As people of action, the Van Wert Rotary Club strives to impact the community and is always seeking out opportunities to accomplish Rotary’s mission and demonstrate the club’s drive to create positive change. Subsequently, the Van Wert Rotary Club is seeking proposals for projects. Submitted projects should either address a specific community need, […]
POSTED: 03/09/23 at 4:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and seven other attorneys general announced two related judgments effectively shutting down a massive robocall operation that bombarded Americans with billions of illicit robocalls, including more than 69 million to Ohioans. “Stopping annoying robocalls is a lengthy process, but this judgment is a reminder that we […]
POSTED: 03/09/23 at 4:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine has announced that Norfolk Southern Corporation has agreed to improve and expand firefighter training by creating a new first responders training center and expanding its Operation Awareness & Response (OAR) program, which travels the company’s 22-state network and trains first responders on how to respond safely […]
POSTED: 03/09/23 at 4:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor In this bonus installment of Random Thoughts, it’s all about tournament hoops – Bowling Green, Rossford, radio broadcasts, Richmond Heights, undefeated teams and a pair of notable upsets. BGSU The last time Van Wert played in the regional semifinals it was at Bowling Green, but not at the Stroh Center. It didn’t […]
POSTED: 03/09/23 at 4:40 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Tuesday March 7, 2023 7:36 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Pettit Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject with chest pain. 9:04 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Main Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 11:14 a.m. […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 1:08 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
John L. Thatcher, 68, of Elgin, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was born January 22, 1955, to Stanley and Emma Jean (Switzer) Thatcher, who both preceded him in death. He was a proud man and well-loved father, brother, uncle, cousin, grandfather and grandpapaw. He is survived by his […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 11:26 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Submitted information A preschool open House will be held at First United Methodist Church, at Central and Jefferson in Van Wert from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9. Parents will also be able to register, tour and meet the teachers. First United Methodist Church offers a half-day program from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. two, three or […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 10:40 am. FILED UNDER: Church
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor It may be over a year away but local planning will soon begin for the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse is a rarity and Van Wert County Emergency Management Agency Director Rick McCoy said the last one in Ohio was in 1806. The next one won’t be until […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 4:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Venedocia Mayor Vernon E. Hobbs is scheduled to stand trial in Van Wert Municipal Court on Friday, March 31, on charges of assault and unlawful restraint. The charges are connected to an alleged January 13 late night assault at a home in the village. Hobbs, 61, was arrested by Van Wert County […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 4:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications for local non-profits to use the Fountain Park Rotary concessions stand during this summer’s Feel Good Friday Concert Series. There will be nine dates up for grabs starting with June 9. The June 2 date will not be available due […]
POSTED: 03/08/23 at 4:48 am. FILED UNDER: News