Saturday, April 22, 2023 O2:33 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 33 in Willshire Township on a complaint of reckless operation. 09:54 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of State Road in Washington Township on a complaint of a suspicious vehicle. 10:57 a.m. – Dog warden responded to an area of […]
POSTED: 04/24/23 at 3:54 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Jerald Dee “Jerry” Cline, 85, of Van Wert, passed away Sunday evening, April 23, 2023, at Van Wert Manor. He was born October 26, 1937, in Defiance County, the son of William and Catherine (Haver) Cline, who both preceded him in death. On February 27, 1982, he married Sharron Cline, who survives. Other survivors include […]
POSTED: 04/24/23 at 3:34 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
The Ohio City Fire Department and EMT Squad were called to the scene of a two-vehicle accident involving a white van (background left) and a Jeep (foreground) at approximately 8:10 p.m. Sunday at the intersection of Wren Landeck Road and Ohio 118. Upon arrival, an additional Van Wert Fire Department EMS squad and Samaritan Life […]
POSTED: 04/24/23 at 3:03 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Drivers should expect to see more motorcycle riders on the road as peak riding season gets under way, according to Motorcycle Ohio, a division of the Ohio Traffic Safety Office. Motorcycle Ohio is raising awareness about motorcycle safety ahead of National Motorcycle Safety Awareness month in May. “There are […]
POSTED: 04/24/23 at 12:13 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information In celebration of the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s 90th anniversary, the Van Wert Post is hosting an open house for members of the community. The open house, to be held from 2-6 p.m. Thursday, April 27, will allow OSHP personnel, including troopers, dispatchers and professional staff, to interact with the public. […]
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 11:49 pm. FILED UNDER: News
An evening of entertainment and meaningful message in song was performed by the Gaither Vocal Band on Sunday at the Niswonger Performing Art Center. The audience came from all over the Midwest to be moved by the music. photo submitted
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 11:48 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information April marks the beginning of the 2023 Van Wert County Historical Society season and this year’s theme is “Collaboration”. The historical society is working hard to form new partnerships with local businesses, schools, and organizations to achieve the mission of “Preserving Our History and Educating Future Generations.” VWCHS will be at […]
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 11:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Lisa McClowry (center) was Cher in “The Beat Goes On” tribute performed at The Niswonger on Saturday night. Fans were on their feet and dancing to six decades of songs, celebrated with six costume changes. McClowry was queen of the night in Van Wert as the dynamic diva put on a high-energy show that featured audience participation. Photos […]
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 11:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Softball Lincolnview 12 Hicksville 2 (six innings)Lincolnview 12 Hicksville 7 The Lancers took two from Hicksville, 12-2 in six innings and 12-7 on Saturday. In the first game, Braxton Shrerrick had three hits and three RBIs, while Lainey Spear had two hits and two RBIs. Sydney Fackler scattered four hits over six […]
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 8:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports WAPAKONETA — Crestview finished eighth out of nine teams at the Redskin Invitational at Wapakoneta on Friday. Scoring teams for the girls: High jump-6th-Leah Sowers, Emily Adams, Addyson DowlerLong jump-6th- Ellieannah Ward, Marissa Gros, Emily AdamsDistance medley-2nd-Anna Gardner, Baylee Miller, Macy Kulwicki, Grace Ross4×800-3rd-Anna Gardner, Baylee Miler, Macy Kulwicki, Grace Ross4×400-6th-Anna Gardner, […]
POSTED: 04/23/23 at 8:09 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports