VW independent staff/submitted information Vantage Day of Caring is happening this week, and many of local schools are accepting donations until Thursday, Sept. 28, so be sure to check with students to see if their class is competing to bring in the most donations. The public will also be able to donate anytime until Friday, […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information BOWLING GREEN — Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) has announced his office will host an informational meeting for students and families from Ohio’s Fifth District regarding the United States Military Service Academy nomination and appointment process for the 2024 academic year. The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, October 5, at […]
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RaeLynn kicked off fall at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center Saturday night. The country music star performed some of her biggest hits, including “Love Triangle,” “God Made Girls,” and “Queens Don’t.” Her unique blend of country and pop influences, along with heartfelt lyrics, delivered an unforgettable experience for those in attendance. Photo courtesy of James […]
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VW independent staff A couple of important dates are approaching on Ohio’s 2023 elections calendar. Tuesday, October 10, is the deadline to register to vote or update voter registration information for the November 7 general election. Early in-person voting will begin on Wednesday, October 11. The November ballot will feature races for city, village and […]
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VW independent staff The Vantage Career Center Board of Education will meet in special session at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 27, to review applications for the position of treasurer, and to determine how to move forward with interviews. The majority of the meeting will be conducted in executive session. According to Vantage Board President Pat […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Lincolnview and Van Wert finished second and third behind Columbus Grove at Saturday’s OhioHealth Van Wert High School Invitational on Saturday, while Crestview finished eighth among 17 teams on the boys’ side of the race. On the girls’ side, Lincolnview finished second, Parkway third and Van Wert fourth out of 14 teams, […]
POSTED: 09/26/23 at 3:54 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor The latest installment of Random Thoughts centers around local high school volleyball, surprise football teams, a MAC thriller, Ohio St., Colorado, and Lincolnview soccer. Volleyball For the second straight week, Crestview is ranked No. 3 in the Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches Association’s Division IV poll, a well deserved honor. New Bremen, […]
POSTED: 09/26/23 at 3:53 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Volleyball Crestview 3 Van Wert 0 No. 3 Crestview easily powered by Van Wert 25-4, 25-8, 25-5 on Monday. Four Lady Knights were perfect from the service line. Adelyn Figley was 18-of-18 with five aces and Cali Gregory was 18-of-18 with three aces. Kaci Gregory finished 14-of-14 with an ace and Josie […]
POSTED: 09/26/23 at 3:52 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information CONVOY — The 22nd annual Leland Smith Insurance Lady Knight Volleyball Invitational is set for this Saturday, September 30, at Crestview High School in Convoy. The field will feature eight teams that will compete for the title of champion. Matches will begin at 9 a.m. in both the high school and […]
POSTED: 09/26/23 at 3:51 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information DELPHOS – The Delphos St. John Schools athletic department has announced that Ian Finn has been named as the school’s new varsity girls basketball coach. Finn’s latest coaching experience was within the Fort Jennings Jr. High girls program and a fifth and eighth grade boys AAU team. In addition to coaching, […]
POSTED: 09/26/23 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: Sports