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Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025

VW independent staff Next week will be the final week for early in-person voting throughout Ohio and extended hours will be offered to any registered voter who wishes to cast a ballot ahead of the November 7 election. Here are the hours at the Van Wert County Board of Elections, 1362 E. Ervin Road, Van […]

POSTED: 10/28/23 at 12:15 am. FILED UNDER: News

Submitted information The Issac Van Wert American Legion Post 178 has a Veteran Service Officer for the first time in several years. Post 178 has announced that Jarret Hammons is the American Legion Veteran Service Officer. Jarret is a retired first sergeant who served as a Combat Engineer and also in the human resources field […]

POSTED: 10/28/23 at 12:14 am. FILED UNDER: News

Submitted information The YWCA of Van Wert County is inviting the community to an inspiring event, “HER Story Matters: Living with MS – A Journey from Diagnosis to Ironman 70.3.” This event will shed light on the incredible journey of Deb Merritt as she continues to navigate life with multiple sclerosis (MS) while conquering physical […]

POSTED: 10/28/23 at 12:14 am. FILED UNDER: News

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Van Wert’s offense simply overwhelmed River Valley during Friday night’s Division IV Region 14 playoff opener at Eggerss Stadium. The Cougars rolled up 485 total yards in a 48-30 win over the Vikings. Brylen Parker completed 23-of-30 passes for 239 yards and three touchdowns, while rushing for 137 yards and a touchdown […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 11:56 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor TIFFIN — While Crestview went 0-4 against teams that were state ranked during the regular season, the Knights were battle tested going into the playoffs and it showed Friday night against No. 6 Tiffin Calvert. Behind a punishing running game and a defense that kept Calvert in check, No. 15 seed Crestview […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 11:56 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports

Thursday October 26, 2023 12:58 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police. 5:18 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 49 in Harrison Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer. No injuries were reported. 6:50 a.m. […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 7:18 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement

VW independent staff/submitted information PAULDING — A popular offering in Paulding County will get underway one week from today. “A Story Book Christmas” is the theme for this year’s Festival of Trees at John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding. Books, Christmas tales, beloved characters and picture-perfect holidays have inspired decorators throughout the museum buildings. The […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 3:46 am. FILED UNDER: News

VW independent staff It appears the Vantage Career Center Board of Education has found a new treasurer. The board is expected to hire Denise Mooney at next Thursday’s regular monthly meeting. Mooney’s name appears on the agenda to be hired as an associate treasurer through December 31. She’ll then take over January 1. According to […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 3:44 am. FILED UNDER: News

VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — As Halloween rapidly approaches, it is crucial to prioritize fire safety to ensure a fun and safe celebration for everyone. The combination of decorations, costumes, and potential open flames can pose serious risks if proper precautions are not taken. Data from the U.S. Fire Administration shows an average of […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 3:44 am. FILED UNDER: News

Advancing Access and Equity: Then, Now, and Next,” was chosen to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the first federal legislation to prohibit discrimination and address access and equity for people with disabilities A celebration dinner was recently held at Willow Bend to recognize the 60 individuals working […]

POSTED: 10/27/23 at 3:43 am. FILED UNDER: News