SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Trial dates have been set for a Van Wert man charged with murder, voluntary manslaughter, two counts of involuntary manslaughter and strangulation. In a separate and unrelated case, a man facing charges tied to the death of his girlfriend is seeking to inspect and suppress evidence. Larry Andrus case Barring a plea […]
POSTED: 04/21/24 at 9:06 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The following work is anticipated to affect roads and highways in Van Wert County this week. All outlined work is weather permitting. U.S. 30 rest areas between Ohio 49 and U.S. 127 in Van Wert County closed January 11 for approximately one year for complete reconstruction of the buildings. U.S. 30 between the […]
POSTED: 04/21/24 at 9:06 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Van Wert Live has announced that the highly anticipated Molly Hatchet concert, originally scheduled for Friday, May 4, has been rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. The concert will now take place at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22, at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. “We are committed to delivering an unforgettable concert experience with […]
POSTED: 04/21/24 at 9:05 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Baseball Van Wert 5 Delphos St. John’s 2 DELPHOS — Briston Wise gave up four hits over five innings to lead Van Wert to a 5-2 win over Delphos St. John’s on Saturday. Wise struck out three and walked three, while Sam Houg pitched the remaining two innings and didn’t allow a […]
POSTED: 04/21/24 at 9:04 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
After suffering back-to-back 3-2 losses, the Cougar tennis team got back on the winning track with a 5-0 home win over Napoleon on Saturday. Singles winners were Keaton Foster, Aaron Reichert and Jaymison Moynihan and doubles winners were Caleb Bledsoe/Devon Story and Fletcher Smith/Kaedyn Swander. Van Wert has four matches scheduled this week, starting with […]
POSTED: 04/21/24 at 9:03 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A proposed ordinance that would prohibit marijuana consumption on city property in Van Wert will be addressed Monday night, including possible changes for more clarification. Van Wert City Council has scheduled a “Council of the Whole” meeting to discuss the ordinance, along with a separate ordinance that would ban recreational marijuana dispensaries […]
POSTED: 04/19/24 at 9:25 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Business Bootcamp 2024, formerly known as LAUNCH!, promised an exhilarating journey for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs. It unfolded a three-part series with opportunities to ignite business growth, share knowledge, and foster community development. “Pitch Your Plan” marks the grand finale of Business Bootcamp’s transformative series. “We have enjoyed engaging with […]
POSTED: 04/19/24 at 9:23 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Tennis St. Marys Memorial 3 Van Wert 2 Van Wert picked up wins at second and third singles but the Cougars fell to St. Marys Memorial 3-2 on Friday. Aaron Reichert rallied for a 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 win over Rhett Chisholm at second singles and Jaymison Moynihan topped Mateo Rodero 6-4, 6-4. […]
POSTED: 04/19/24 at 9:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview’s Adessa Alvarez has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at NAIA St Francis (IN). Photo submitted
POSTED: 04/19/24 at 9:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information COLUMBUS — Following his announcement in the 2024 State of the State Address, Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth provided additional details of Ohio’s new $85 million Child Care Access Grant program to increase the availability of licensed child care. The Child Care Access Grants are designed to […]
POSTED: 04/19/24 at 9:22 pm. FILED UNDER: News