VW independent staff and submitted information Van Wert High School has scheduled final semester exams for the 2023-2024 school year for Tuesday, May 21, and Wednesday, May 22, according to Principal Chuck Rollins. All students are required to take exams unless the course does not offer one or a student has been given permission to […]
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 9:13 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY — Lincolnview enjoyed a sweep of Thursday’s storm-delayed Van Wert County Track Meet and along the way, the Lancers set a couple of new records. The meet, which was originally scheduled for April 23, was halted due to thunder and lightning, heavy rain and jail. Action resumed after roughly an hour […]
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 9:11 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Storms didn’t put a damper on Thursday’s Van Wert County Track Meet. It was delayed by an hour or so but host Crestview, Lincolnview and Van Wert were able to complete the annual event. Bob Barnes/VW independent
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 9:11 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Softball Lincolnview 6 Wayne Trace 4 HAVILAND — No. 7 Lincolnview wrapped up a busy few days, seven games in five days, with a 6-4 victory over Wayne Trace on Friday. Ashlyn Price led the Lancers (18-3) with four hits, two RBI and two runs scoed, while Allie Miller finished with three […]
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 9:10 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced the preliminary divisional breakdowns and regional tournament representation for the upcoming fall sports. The OHSAA Board of Directors recently approved the new divisions and tournament representation during its regular board meeting. The divisional assignments and regional tournament representation should be […]
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Thursday May 2, 2024 6:23 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 116 in Jennings Township to check an abandoned 911 call. 6:48 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Tully Township to remove debris from the roadway. 6:50 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Old Tile […]
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 8:18 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Vantage Career Center now has nearly 4.5 more acres of land, thanks to a donation by the Van Wert County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The donation of the neighboring property that is currently the site of the Thomas Edison Adult Center was approved during Thursday night’s Vantage Career Center Board of Education. […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Governor Mike DeWine announced today that a Presidential Disaster Declaration has been issued for the FEMA Individual Assistance Program as a result of tornadoes on March 14. The Presidential Disaster Declaration was issued for Mercer, Auglaize, Logan, Crawford, Darke, Delaware, Hancock, Licking, Miami, Richland, and Union counties. The declaration […]
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The Van Wert County Council On Aging held its annual Senior Day Celebration to honor senior citizens of Van Wert County. Activities included a Senior Stars recognition along with a dance, and seniors who were nominated by community members for their volunteer work were recognized. The event featured music by Melvin Mullins and light refreshments […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information In an era where career trajectories often resemble a revolving door, it’s rare to find individuals who stand the test of time with unwavering commitment. However, within the heart of the community lies an example of consistency and dedication – Westwood Behavioral Health Center. Westwood Behavioral Health recently celebrated a remarkable […]
POSTED: 05/03/24 at 3:45 am. FILED UNDER: News