VWCO Sheriff’s activity log 4/9/24

Tuesday April 9, 2024 12:14 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Greenville Road in Ridge Township for a subject who may have been in mental distress. 12:55 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 3:12 […]

VWCT preparing for next production

VW independent staff/submitted information As the curtain rises on the next show at the Van Wert Civic Theatre, one thing steals the spotlight immediately: a stunning, cherry-red hardbody pickup truck. But this isn’t just any prop – it’s the heart and soul of the theatre’s latest production, Hands on a Hardbody. Set to grace the […]

Marijuana ban on tonight’s agenda

VW independent staff During tonight’s meeting, Van Wert City Council will hear the first reading of an ordinance that if ultimately approved, would ban consumption of marijuana/THC products on city-owned property, including city parks. The matter was briefly discussed at during the March 25 meeting of city council. The ordinance is expected to go through […]

Gov. DeWine to deliver annual address

VW independent staff COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine will deliver his 2024 State of the State Address to a Joint Session of the Ohio General Assembly at 12 p.m. today in the traditional location of the House of Representatives Chamber of the Ohio Statehouse.

Award winners

Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks have selected Wayne Trace senior Hudson Myers (pictured above), and Lincolnview senior Kaden Hohman (below) as Students of the Month for March. Students are nominated by their high schools to receive this award. Each Student of the Month receives a monetary donation along with […]

Tennis team gets big win at Celina

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CELINA — The Cougars evened their overall record at 3-3 and improved to 2-1 in the Western Buckeye League with a 4-1 win at Celina on Tuesday. “This felt like a big win for us tonight,” head coach Eli Alvarez said. “It got us back on track in the WBL and gives […]

VW independent baseball, softball recap

VW independent sports Baseball Van Wert 2 Bath 0 At Russell Fisher Field, Sam Houg scattered three hits over seven innings and Van Wert defeated Bath 2-0 on Tuesday. Houg struck out seven Wildcat batters and walked just two. The Cougars took a 1-0 lead in the first when Brylen Parker scored on a grounder […]

Schools to vote on proposed changes

VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Member schools of the Ohio High School Athletic Association will vote on six proposed changes to the OHSAA bylaws during the annual referendum voting period May 1-15. One of the proposed changes would allow any school to move up to Division I on a sport-by-sport basis. Results will be […]

More in store in 2024

By Quincy Thompson Van Wert Live is thrilled to announce a few of the shows set to grace the Niswonger stage this fall. From heartwarming family entertainment to sidesplitting comedy and an enchanting tribute to a music legend, this fall promises an extraordinary experience for all. This is just the start of our fall 2024 […]

Van Wert Police blotter 3/31-4/7/24

Van Wert Police Sunday, March 31 – officers responded to a domestic dispute in the 600 block of S. Washington St. Monday, April 1 – a theft was reported at a Towne Center Blvd. location. Tuesday, April 2 – a theft was reported in the 1000 block of Elm St. It remains under investigation. Tuesday, […]