Submitted information COLUMBUS — 14 individuals, including one from Van Wert, will be enshrined in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Officials Hall of Fame and 20 individuals will be honored as the Official of the Year in their respective sport Saturday during the OHSAA Officials Hall of Fame induction banquet in Columbus at the […]
POSTED: 06/22/23 at 3:44 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Betty L Springer, 99, of Van Wert, passed away Wednesday morning, June 21, 2023, at the Van Wert Manor Nursing Home. She was born on October 30, 1923, in Convoy, the daughter of Elmer R. and Lulu (Lare) Rager, who both preceded her in death. She married Delbert John Springer May 1, 1945, and he […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 2:25 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Four people were sentenced on various criminal charges during hearings held in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court this week. Amy Bendele, 45, of Van Wert, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for OVI, a fourth degree felony, and 12 months in prison for aggravated possession of drugs, a fifth degree […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 12:49 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Melanie Jane DePauw, 68, of London, Ontario, Canada passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2023, at her home in London, Ontario, Canada. She was born on January 15, 1955, in Van Wert, the daughter of Harold Eugene and Ida Elizabeth (Hoffman) Prill, who both preceded her in death. Family survivors include a daughter, Kalyn E. (Andrew) […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 9:04 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Tuesday June 20, 2023 1:32 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Washington Township to check the area for a reported traffic hazard. 5:30 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area in the Village of Wren on a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in the area. 8:30 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 6:56 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information If you are looking for a great hobby, this weekend is for you. Members of the Van Wert Amateur Radio Club are gearing up for this year’s Field Day exercise at the headquarters of the Van Wert Emergency Management Agency and the grounds of Marsh Foundation. Amateur Radio is personal, two-way […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 4:04 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS – Ohio’s 104 public use airports generate billions of dollars for the state’s economy each year. Now, the Ohio Department of Transportation is asking for the public’s help as it begins a comprehensive analysis and overview of airports to help identify needed improvements for future growth and sustainability. The Ohio […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 3:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Several events will be held in Van Wert during the month of July, with most of them taking place in the downtown area. Independence Day parade – The parade event will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 1. Please note the early date. The parade route will begin at the YWCA […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 3:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
This semi-truck was one of three vehicles involved in an accident at the intersection of Ohio 118 and Van Wert-Willshire Rd. The accident occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. A pickup truck and an SUV were also involved. One person was transported by the Ohio City Fire Department to OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital intersection. The […]
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The civil service entry level exam for the Van Wert Police Department, scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 24, has been canceled.
POSTED: 06/21/23 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: News