SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY — Crestview rolled to a 48-21 victory over Lincolnview in the third annual Winter Rivalry Classic on Tuesday. “What a special night for all of the seniors to have the opportunity to take the mat one last time in front of their crowds,” Crestview head coach Jake Sawmiller said. “We took […]
POSTED: 02/14/24 at 4:54 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information In the final dual meet of year and the home finale, Van Wert defeated Elida 56-23 on Tuesday and the Cougars finished 7-2 in the Western Buckeye League. Individual results are as follows: 106 – Owen Bates (VW) 17-2 tech fall over Brody Sherrick (E) 5-0 VW113 – Joaquin Estrada (VW) […]
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VW independent sports/submitted information ROSSFORD — Jillian Sempkowski represented the Van Wert Wrestling team by competing in the the Jim McCumber Invitational at Rossford High School on Saturday. The Cougar sophomore finished the day in sixth place. Individual match results are as follows: Liv Hussar (Rossford) fall 2:16 over Jillian Sempkowski (VW)Jillian Sempkowski (VW) 10-8 […]
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Monday February 12, 2024 12:58 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 224 in Pleasant Township after the communications center received a 911 call from a male subject saying he was drunk walking in the area, couldn’t find his way home and wanted a ride. The subject was located and after further investigation […]
POSTED: 02/13/24 at 10:18 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A possible new community pool will be discussed during an upcoming special meeting of Van Wert City Council. The special meeting was suggested by Mayor Ken Markward during Monday night’s council meeting and council members agreed to schedule it for 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 4, in Council Chambers. Markward made the suggestion […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information Vantage Career Center is offering an opportunity for community members, interested adult and high school students, parents, alumni, and associate school district staff to explore Vantage programs at the annual Vantage Career Center Open House and “Taste of Vantage” set for 5-7:30 p.m. Monday, February 26. The Open House is a […]
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Submitted information The YWCA of Van Wert County’s annual community survey link is open until Monday, February 19. The YWCA is asking the public to take five minutes to take the survey so that they can continue to make adjustments to their programs and services in order to meet community needs. The survey is available […]
POSTED: 02/13/24 at 4:51 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks participated in the Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Cody Scannell on Sunday. Scannell is a member of Boy Scout Troop 32, sponsored by the Middle Point United Methodist Church. He was presented an American Flag and an Eagle Scout certificate from the Van […]
POSTED: 02/13/24 at 4:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Added divisions in sports like basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball and softball, a still new Ratings Performance Index (RPI), a shot clock and no more neutral court sectional tournament games have generated discussion among local and area high school coaches, athletic directors and fans. Last week, the VW independent polled area girls and […]
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VW independent sports HAVILAND — No. 4 Crestview jumped out to a sizable lead early and went on to defeat Wayne Trace 43-35 on Monday. The Lady Knights led 23-10 after the first quarter, with Cali Gregory scoring seven points and Kaci Gregory and Ellie Kline adding six and five respectively. The scoring pace slowed […]
POSTED: 02/13/24 at 4:49 am. FILED UNDER: Sports