VW independent sports/submitted information The YMCA of Van Wert County has announced its annual free youth golf clinic, a fun-filled event designed to introduce young individuals to the world of golf. The clinic will take place July 17-21 at Hickory Sticks Golf Course in Van Wert. The clinic will cater to two age groups, ensuring […]
POSTED: 06/28/23 at 3:39 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Monday June 26, 2023 2:11 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Pleasant Township to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 3:01 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Main St. in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police. 6:56 a.m. – Deputies responded to an […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 7:53 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Discussion of possible pay increases for elected officials took up the majority of Monday night’s lengthy meeting of Van Wert City Council. During the two-hour meeting, council members discussed current and potential future salaries for their seats, along with future salaries for mayor, law director and city auditor. Council members currently make […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Mayor Ken Markward briefly touched on several topics during Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council, including an update on the city’s water meter replacement program. Markward told council members that the project began last week as planned and he said so far, approximately 100 of the new meters have been […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Adult Recovery Court of the Van Wert County Common Pleas Court has earned final certification from the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Specialized Dockets. To receive the certification, a local court submits a detailed application, undergoes a visit and report on its practices, and provides specific program materials in […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:48 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol has announced troopers will operate an OVI checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week. The county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day before the checkpoint and the location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint. […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert County Historical Society Museum, 602 N. Washington St., Van Wert, is the place to be on the Fourth of July. There will be hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, drinks and more at the concession area, and food will be served between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. All proceeds will […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor DELPHOS — A current member of the Midwest Athletic Conference is officially exploring a switch to the Northwest Conference. Delphos St. John’s Principal Adam Lee confirmed on Monday that the school is mulling an invitation to join the NWC. He also indicated the school won’t make a hasty decision. “At this time […]
POSTED: 06/27/23 at 3:40 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Ronald E. Lantz, 72, of Van Wert, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023, at his residence. He was born on June 6, 1951, in Angola, Indiana to Robert E. Lantz and Mary E. (Morehead) Lantz, who both preceded him in death. Surviving family members include his children, Ashley Lantz, Kristen (Ryan) Lauerman, Nicole (Jon) Schumm, […]
POSTED: 06/26/23 at 10:16 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Lylah Olivia Louise Smith was stillborn Tuesday, June 20, 2023. She will be forever missed by her mommy and daddy, Abby (Thatcher) Smith and Ronald Smith. Her siblings Kristen, Lucas, and Elijah miss her and they loved their baby sister so much. They all waited anxiously for this new child who would have been full […]
POSTED: 06/26/23 at 10:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries