Submitted information The YWCA of Van Wert County will re-opening their Shop for Good Boutique for a last chance, dollar day event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the YWCA, 408 E. Main St., Van Wert. The boutique features lightly used, name brand clothing and all items will be $1 each. Available clothing items […]
POSTED: 05/04/23 at 3:52 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Softball Lincolnview 10 Delphos Jefferson 2 DELPHOS – Makayla Jackman tripled and homered and led Lincolnview to a 10-2 win over Delphos Jefferson on Wednesday. Jackman and Taylor Post each finished with two hits while Braxton Sherrick had three hits, including a home run and Addysen Stevens homered and drove in two […]
POSTED: 05/04/23 at 3:51 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Voter turnout was minimal on Tuesday, but the future Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill in Van Wert can move ahead with plans for Sunday beer and liquor sales. Just 21 ballots were cast and voters in Precinct 2A approved each issue 15-6. Early work is underway at the restaurant’s future site, the former Aaron’s on […]
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:51 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is actively seeking applications for anyone interested in serving the community through volunteer work. Those interested in applying may do so here. https://tinyurl.com/vwcertapp. Applications will be accepted until June 1. CERT is an official emergency preparedness program of the Van Wert County Emergency Management Agency […]
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Three Delphos Jefferson High School educators have filed suit against two teachers and others for what they claim was a wrongful suspension based on false allegations. Jefferson High School Principal Chad Brinkman, Careers educator Karissa Hoersten and Special Education Director Maureen Rentz filed the suit in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court […]
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Daniel Roebuck, an actor best known for roles including Deputy Marshal Robert Biggs in The Fugitive and its spinoff film U.S. Marshals, plus television roles in Lost, Matlock and more, is coming to the Van Wert Cinemas and Van-Del Drive-In on Saturday, May 6 to promote his newest film called, “Lucky […]
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
For the most part, this is what Van County’s lone rest area will look like after improvements are made at the site. According to Governor Mike DeWine’s office, work will be done in 2025 as part of his Ohio Rest Area Plan. 33 rest area buildings throughout the state will be replaced over a four […]
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
With family members and coaches by his side, Crestview’s Gavin Etzler signed his letter of intent to play basketball at Ohio Northern University. Etzler was a four year starter at guard for the Knights and helped lead the team to the 2022-2023 Division IV state title game. Photo submitted
POSTED: 05/03/23 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent staff/submitted information Laurie’s Naturescapes, just two miles south of Van Wert on Ohio 118, has set its annual open house from May 5-7. Laurie’s has made some inviting improvements to the gift shop and courtyard over the winter months. The Deaf Dog Coffee Trailer and Rhonda’s Sweet Treat cookies will be available for […]
POSTED: 05/02/23 at 12:57 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
Van Wert Police Sunday, April 23 – arrested Tracey L. Stanley, 58, for domestic violence and being in possession of a firearm while intoxicated, after an incident in the 400 block of S. Franklin St. Sunday, April 23 – received a report of criminal damaging in the 400 block of Center St. Monday, April 24 […]
POSTED: 05/02/23 at 8:28 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement