VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine has signed House Bill 250, legislation that requires every school district in Ohio to establish an official policy governing cell phone usage during school hours and aims to minimize student use of cell phones in K-12 schools. “Our school children currently face countless distractions every day from the […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 9:02 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS – The Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission has unanimously approved recommendations put forth by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost’s Blue Ribbon Task Force on the Future of Police Training, signaling a significant step forward in transforming the training of Ohio law enforcement. “Law enforcement officers face unprecedented challenges daily, and […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 9:01 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Donald C. Roediger, 83, of rural Van Wert passed from this life on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1941, to Chester E. Roediger and A. Irene (Montague) Roediger in Auglaize County. He married Jeannine C. (Metzger) Roediger on August 6, 1965. They shared almost 59 years of memories together. She […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 7:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Tuesday May 14, 2024 3:31 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Ridge Township for a report of a semi-truck off the roadway. 6:04 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 224 in Pleasant Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer, no injuries were reported. 8:45 a.m. […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 7:56 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor If all goes as expected, the age range for new police officers in Van Wert will expand. During Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council, council members heard a request from Safety-Service Director Jay Fleming on behalf of the police department and the Civil Service Commission to lower the minimum age […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 3:39 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor PAULDING — There’s been another delay in the trial of a Paulding woman accused of hitting and killing a boy while he was riding his bicycle. The aggravated vehicular homicide trial of Cynthia Switzer, 46, was originally scheduled to begin on Monday, but it was delayed after her attorney filed a late […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 3:38 am. FILED UNDER: News
On Friday, May 10, Lincolnview Junior High School students had the opportunity to step out of the classroom and assist with local community service projects in the area. The students assisted with various jobs at Jubilee Park, Smiley Park, Van Wert Manor, and Camp Clay. The teachers and students believed this was a great opportunity […]
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Submitted information West Ohio Food Bank, a United Way of Van Wert County agency, will be distributing shelf stable food and produce at Trinity Friends Church, 605 N. Franklin St., Van Wert on Tuesday, May 21, from 12-2 p.m. or until the food is gone. This mobile food drive will be a drive-thru only event. […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Soil & Water Conservation District encouraged people think about their personal responsibility to be a good steward of natural resources during its annual Stewardship Week celebration. The National Association of Conservation Districts proclaimed April 28-May 5 as Stewardship Week, marking the 69th year of the national event. The […]
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By Quincy Thompson The Van Wert Area Performing Arts Foundation, the esteemed non-profit organization committed to delivering exceptional entertainment experiences as Van Wert Live, extends its heartfelt appreciation to its esteemed sponsors for their invaluable support during the Spring season at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. Springtime in Van Wert has been illuminated with captivating […]
POSTED: 05/15/24 at 3:36 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment