Van Wert Elks Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently installed their new officers for the 2023-2024 Lodge year. Matthew Krol was installed as the new Exalted Ruler for Van Wert Lodge. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks are known for their promotion of Americanism, Drug Abuse Education and support of youth […]
POSTED: 04/06/23 at 3:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
To the Editor: As a third generation egg farmer and a proud member of this community, I understand the importance of nutritious food, giving back and being a good neighbor. I would like to thank West Ohio Food Bank in Lima, Ohio, for being a vital resource for food insecure families in west Ohio and […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 6:14 pm. FILED UNDER: Letters to the Editor
Submitted information Easter Services at the Liberty Baptist Church, 501 E. Third Street, Van Wert, will be held on Sunday April 9. A free hot breakfast will be served between 9-10 a.m. A video of the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ will be shown in the main auditorium at 10 a.m. and the church’s Easter […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 2:35 pm. FILED UNDER: Church
Tuesday April 04, 2023 2:45 a.m. – Deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a deer on U.S. 127 in Liberty Township. No injuries were reported. 5:46 a.m. – Deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a deer on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township. No Injuries […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 2:31 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff Van Wert Municipal Court is closing at 12 p.m. today (April 5) due to the incoming weather and for the safety of staff and the public.
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 10:45 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff The National Weather Service Northern Indiana has issued a Tornado Watch for Allen, Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert and Williams counties until 4 p.m. today, April 5.
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 8:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert High School Robotics season wrapped up this past weekend in Cleveland where VW Cougar Robotics competed in the Buckeye regional competition against 52 teams from seven states. In September, the robotics members were split into three smaller teams in designing and building robots for the FIRST Tech Challenge […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce is excited to present a “Lunch and Learn” on Wednesday April 26, at Central Insurance in Van Wert. Whether you are a seasoned chamber member, or interested in joining a Chamber of Commerce, plan on attending the Membership 101 Lunch and Learn. Will Roberts from […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 3:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Convoy Community Foundation recently donated $5,000 to the Crestview vocal music department to help cover costs involved with music, choreography, competition fees and performance licenses for the 2022-2023 season. The Convoy Community Foundation is a non-profit organization which originated in 1979, and the trustees oversee the Memorial Endowment Fund. The fund generates monies to […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Area Retired Teachers Association (VWARTA) will meet for their spring luncheon program on Friday, April 14, at Willow Bend Country Club. The luncheon includes chicken breast supreme, redskin potatoes, green beans, Jello salad, dinner roll and dessert, along with coffee/ice tea. The meal cost is $11 per person […]
POSTED: 04/05/23 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: Lifestyles, News