Double dose… The Niswonger Performing Arts Center will be hopping this weekend with over 2,000 people arriving to experience the goodness of two live events. At 7:30 p.m. Saturday, The Beat Goes On Tribute to Cher will have us singing and dancing to timeless epic songs that span six decades of American pop culture. The […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 1:39 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Kathryn Ann Grone, formerly Kiracofe, of Punta Gorda, Florida, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Kathy was born March 16, 1941, in St. Marys, the only child of Rita and Ted Wells, who both preceded her in death. Kathy […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 12:17 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police Sunday, April 9 – arrested Lonnie Cole of Van Wert on an outstanding warrant from Allen County, Ohio. The arrest was made in the 600 block of W. Main St. and Cole was transported to the Delphos Police Department, then was turned over to the Allen County Sheriff’s Office. Sunday, April 9 […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 8:32 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Monday April 17, 2023 3:07 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point Fire and deputies to a report of a dumpster fire on Poe Road in Ridge Township. 7:29 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on John Brown Road in Union Township to assist with an unruly juvenile. 7:50 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Liberty Union […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 8:11 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Fire Department recently honored its employees for their outstanding dedication and commitment towards the department’ss goals and the safety and well-being of the Van Wert community. Among those recognized were individuals who have achieved milestones in their service, fitness, and training hours, as well as those who have […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:51 am. FILED UNDER: News
Members of the Van Wert Fire Department were recently recognized for various accomplishments and achievements within the department. Awards were passed out to a number of full time and reserve firefighters. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Five area boys have been selected as finalists for the 2023 R.K. Thompson Self Reliance Award, according to Breanne Sudduth, Keri McClure and Anthony Adams, co-chairpersons of the Van Wert Service Club’s selection committee. The program provides cash awards to Van Wert County High School seniors who best exhibit the trait […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information By all accounts, the Van Wert Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Van Wert on Tap Craft Beer Festival was a well attended event. It was held from 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the Junior Fair building at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds. VIP ticket holders enjoyed a one hour VIP tasting window before […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information CONVOY — The Crestview junior/senior prom, sponsored by the Class of 2024, will be held from 8-11 p.m. Saturday, April 29, in the Ray Etzler Gymnasium. This year’s theme is “A Knight in the Enchanted Forest.” A community open house will be held from 6-7 p.m. and promenade will immediately follow in the […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Transportation is joining other departments of transportation across the country to mark National Work Zone Awareness Week. The week is set aside each year to remind drivers of the need to pay extra attention in work zones to keep both themselves and workers safe. “It’s […]
POSTED: 04/18/23 at 3:45 am. FILED UNDER: News