Kenn-Feld Group announces merger

Submitted information BLUFFTON (IN) — Kenn-Feld Group and TTG Equipment will merge as TRULAND Equipment, the CEOs of the two companies announced Wednesday. The equal merger of the two John Deere Dealer groups is scheduled to occur on August 21, 2023. This move brings together 18 John Deere locations across Indiana and Ohio, allowing TRULAND […]

ODH: take unhealthy air precautions

Submitted information COLUMBUS – Ohio Department of Health Director Bruce Vanderhoff is encouraging Ohioans to be aware of possible health effects as smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing poor air quality in the state. For the second time in three weeks, the wildfire smoke has created unhealthy conditions in Ohio, according to AirNow.gov. “It is […]

Church bell tower project delayed

Submitted information The St. Mark’s Lutheran Church bell tower project, scheduled for today, June 28, has been rescheduled for Monday, July 3. West Sycamore St. will be closed from North Washington St. to Jefferson St., from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day, weather permitting.

VWCO Sheriff’s activity log 6/27/2023

Tuesday June 27, 2023 1:43 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject that was hallucinating. 3:15 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Middle Point Rd. in Ridge Township for a report of a disabled vehicle partially in the roadway. 5:54 a.m. – […]

Goin’ Country… Feel Good Friday brings the party to Fountain Park this Friday at 7:30 p.m. with country rock. Adam Calvert is a country music star on the rise who brings the sound of Nashville to Van Wert. Adam is known for his role on MTV’s hit musical reality show, “Taking The Stage” which was […]

Busy roads expected for July 4 weekend

VW independent staff/submitted information Depending on your destination, be ready for some busy roads and highways during the upcoming holiday weekend. AAA is projecting 50.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Independence Day weekend, setting a new record for the holiday. Domestic travel over the long weekend will increase by […]

Clock work…

A worker with Smith’s Bell and Clock Service of Camby, Indiana began disassembling the Van Wert National Bank clock in downtown Van Wert early Tuesday afternoon. Once repaired and restored, the clock will be returned to its familiar spot on E. Main St. Work is expected to take between 8-12 months. Private donations are being […]

Marshall: no grass clippings on streets

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Mowing season is in full swing and a plea went out during Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council. Councilman At-Large Bill Marshall, who chairs the Health, Service and Safety Committee, urged residents not to blow grass clippings onto city streets. “It’s a dangerous situation especially for two-wheel bikes, motorcycles, etc.,” […]

Muni Court’s CAMO Court re-certified

VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Veterans Court (CAMO Court) of the Van Wert Municipal Court has earned re-certification from the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Specialized Dockets. To receive the certification, a local court must submit a detailed application, undergo a visit and report on its practices, and provides specific program materials […]

New scam involves info from the BMV

Submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Public Safety has issued a warning about a sophisticated identity theft scheme impacting individuals across the country, including in Ohio. The scheme, which was first identified in Texas earlier this year, involves the use of stolen personal information to answer online Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) security […]