The Van Wert Cougars finished as boys champions of the 2024 Commodore Invitational at 20th Century Lanes in Lima on Saturday. The Lady Cougars finished third. Pictured from left to right are coach Seth Blackmore, Christian Thatcher, Christian German, Logan Sutton, Nevin Pierce, Tristan Blackmore, Hayden Davis, Gavin Springer and coach Jim Davis. Photo submitted
POSTED: 02/05/24 at 4:43 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Here are this week’s girls and boys high school basketball broadcast schedules for 99.7 WKSD and WERT 1220AM/104.3FM. All games will air live. Pregame coverage for each game will begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Tuesday, February 6 WKSD – Paulding at Ottoville (girls) Thursday, February 8 WKSD – Hicksville at […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Crestview Middle School eighth grader Ian Owens was a superior speller on Sunday. In fact, it was the word superior – S-U-P-E-R-I-O-R – that clinched Owens the title of 2024 Van Wert County Spelling Bee champion. Owens, 13, outlasted 12 other contestants from Crestview, Lincolnview, St. Mary of the Assumption and Van […]
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VW independent staff After less than a year on the job, the head of the Wassenberg Art Center has resigned from her position. Executive Director Brook Fuerst resigned January 30. Her resignation was confirmed by Board President Sticky Rammel Sunday night. “We wish her nothing but the best,” Rammel said. She was appointed by the […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information MIDDLE POINT — Firefighters and others gathered at the Middle Point Fire Department on Sunday for what’s known as a push-in ceremony for two new pieces of equipment. Engine 81 is a 2024 FB94 Spartan Pumper Built by Fouts Brothers in Milledgeville, Georgia. EMS Unit 88 is built on a Ford […]
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Submitted information CONVOY — The Convoy Methodist Church Valentine’s Day dinner will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday February 11, in the church fellowship hall. The menu includes choice of baked steak or turkey, potato, salads, homemade desserts and drink. A freewill offering will be accepted. Please come and eat with us, […]
POSTED: 02/05/24 at 4:39 am. FILED UNDER: Church
Van Wert cheerleaders and students were on hand to root on the Cougars during Friday night’s game against Shawnee. Unfortunately, Van Wert struggled offensively and lost to the Indians, 47-23. A full game story can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 02/03/24 at 12:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine and NCAA President Charlie Baker have announced their support for changes to Ohio sports wagering rules that would remove collegiate prop bets from the list of legal bets that can be placed under Ohio’s contractual rules for operators. The NCAA sent a letter on January 31 […]
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Submitted information Applications are now available for Central’s Educational and Charitable Foundation Scholarship Program until March 29. This program rewards and supports graduates seeking careers in the property and casualty insurance industry. “Our scholarship program is designed to nurture talent that will shape and lead the insurance industry for years to come, reinforcing our commitment […]
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Submitted information LIMA — The Superior Foundation has announced it has approved $30,000 in funding to award up to thirty $1,000 scholarships this spring. Any Superior Credit Union member who meets the scholarship eligibility requirements is welcome to apply. “We are excited to offer this opportunity to our members,” Executive Director Pam Shaw said. “As […]
POSTED: 02/03/24 at 12:37 am. FILED UNDER: News