Dispensaries, tiny homes on agenda

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Van Wert City Council appears poised to rescind a ban on medical marijuana dispensaries within the city limits. Two pieces of legislation are on tonight’s agenda and if ultimately approved, they could pave the way for a medical marijuana dispensary in the city and at some point, a possible recreational marijuana dispensary. […]

ROAR winners

Pictured are the top five winners in the Convoy Lions Reinforcement of Advanced Reading, “ROAR” competition. Students earned a nickel for each AR point earned during the year. Top winners were: First place, winning $15, Colby Tyas; second place, $10, Finn Worden; third place, $7, Breccan Marquardt, fourth place, $5, Nolan Perkins, and fifth place, […]

High-speed internet survey underway

VW independent staff/submitted information In a fast-paced world, reliable high-speed internet isn’t just a luxury – it’s a necessity. Yet many towns still struggle with inadequate service. That’s why 13 western Ohio counties are being surveyed for interest and need of high-speed, reliable broadband internet. These counties include Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert, Defiance, Allen, Mercer, […]

United Way donation

The United Way of Van Wert County allots funds called Community Impact Funding that is to be allocated to qualified applicants each year. The Landgyn House – PLC Health Clinic was recently awarded $1,500 to be used toward the purchase of a vehicle for their maternity house to transport residents to appointments and hospitals. The […]

Roger W. Neville

Roger W. Neville, a man of unwavering dedication and boundless curiosity, took his final flight on September 17, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on May 5, 1941, in Fall River, Massachusetts, to William H. and Edith G. (Grime) Neville, Roger’s life was a tapestry of cherished memories and remarkable achievements that continue to […]

Berens to share his unique style in VW

By Quincy Thompson Van Wert is in for a night of laughter as comedian Charlie Berens takes the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on October 10. Known for his unique brand of humor that celebrates Midwest culture, Berens promises an evening filled with relatable, laugh-out-loud moments that will resonate with audiences of all […]

Change to be made

The Ohio Department of Transportation will remove the median, limiting motorists to right turns onto and off the highway at U.S. 30 and Defiance Trail, just east of the city of Delphos on Thursday, May 30. Barrels and barricades will be placed across the median of the intersection, then ODOT crews will soon begin removing […]

Van Wert PD earns “Gold” award

VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Police Department has been recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2023 by Lexipol, the nation’s leading provider of policy, training and wellness support for first responders and public servants. The Lexipol Connect program tracks the Van Wert Police Department’s performance on five metrics proven to measure […]

Monday crash injures Tennessee woman

VW independent staff/submitted information An out-of-state resident was flown to Fort Wayne for medical treatment, after an SUV/semi-truck crash on Van Wert Decatur Road, east of U.S. 224 in Van Wert. According to the Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just before 7:30 this morning when Kimberly Allred, 59, […]

Van Wert Police blotter 5/19-5/25/24

Van Wert Police Sunday, May 19 – the police department took a report for an assault that occurred at Walmart. Sunday, May 19 – the police department handled a theft and criminal damaging incident in the 300 block of Towne Center Blvd. Sunday, May 19 – a welfare check was done in the 500 block […]