SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A push toward electric vehicles was one of several topics discussed by U.S. Congressman Bob Latta (R-5th District) during a visit to the area on Tuesday. One of Latta’s stops was the Van Wert studios of radio stations WKSD/WERT to record an interview with host Chris Roberts. Latta is one of the […]
POSTED: 04/14/23 at 3:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Mayor Ken Markward swore in the city’s two newest police officers, Ashley Lovette (above) and Keaton Gillispie (below), during a ceremony held on Wednesday. Chief Doug Weigle said he’s happy to add the two and he noted both have some experience and will fit in well. Lovette previously served with the Lima Police […]
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VW independent editor/submitted information Each year, YMCA’s across the country host an annual event called Healthy Kids Day, a summer kick-off event that teaches youth the importance of being active. Many YMCA’s organize fun activities, vendors to do demonstrations, and prizes that involve getting outdoors and active this summer. The YMCA of Van Wert County […]
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VW independent sports Baseball Columbus Grove 13 Crestview 3 (five innings) COLUMBUS GROVE — Columbus Grove scored seven runs in the bottom of the fourth inning and the Bulldogs defeated Crestview 13-3 in five innings on Thursday. The Knights had five hits in the game, including a two-RBI double by Hunter Jones in the second […]
POSTED: 04/14/23 at 3:39 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Wednesday April 12, 2023 1:19 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a location on Market Street in the city of Van Wert for a subject having chest pain. 8:00 a.m. – Dog Warden responded to an area of Race Street in the city of Van Wert on a complaint of dogs causing property damage. 8:13 a.m. – […]
POSTED: 04/13/23 at 8:18 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor An Ohio City man recently accused of recently setting a fire near Wren was one of 10 people arraigned in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court on Wednesday. Scott Keber, 31, entered a not guilty plea to aggravated arson, a first degree felony and arson, a fourth degree felony. He was released […]
POSTED: 04/13/23 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information CONVOY — Crestview Local Schools will conduct a safe school drill in conjunction with area law enforcement, on Monday, April 17, during the morning portion of the school day. The planned exercise will prepare students and staff with procedures for a proper evacuation in the event that there is a serious threat to […]
POSTED: 04/13/23 at 3:42 am. FILED UNDER: News
After 36 years, including 17 years as chief, Craig King will retire from the Middle Point Fire Department, effective May 1. The village and the fire department would like to wish King the very best on all his future endeavors. Brock Profit will take over as chief. Photos submitted
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VW independent sports Crestview 4 Bath 3 CONVOY — Crestview improved to 5-1 on the season with a 4-3 win over Bath on Wednesday. Trailing 2-0, three of Crestview’s runs came in the second inning and all three runs were scored with two outs. A two-RBI single by Hunter Jones plated Holden Thornell and Parker […]
POSTED: 04/13/23 at 3:41 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Pictured is the Crestview fifth grade basketball team, 2023 YMCA School League Basketball grade champions. Photo submitted
POSTED: 04/13/23 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: Sports