SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A suggestion to combine the Van Wert Police Department and the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Office and build a facility for the two law enforcement agencies was quickly shot down Monday night. During a nine minute Committee of the Whole meeting, First Ward Councilman Jeff Agler shared his idea and said the […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 10:05 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor For the third time since his arrest, a man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend in Van Wert late last summer has a different lawyer. Lima attorney Kenneth Rexford is now representing Ryan Houser, 38, who has addresses in Rockford and Celina. According to paperwork filed with the Van Wert County […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:59 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The United Way of Van Wert County Board of Trustees approved allocations during the monthly board meeting held on Thursday, June 20. Funding was awarded to 36 programs offered by 31 agencies locally that help to provide social services throughout the county. The process includes an extensive review of program results while also […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:58 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Happy Hour from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday June 26, at The Edition in downtown Van Wert. The first “My Story Series” will feature Van Wert County Commissioner Thad Lichtensteiger and Van Wert County Treasurer Jeff McIntoch, who will explain their roles for the […]
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Submitted information The Lincolnview Board of Education will meet in special session at 5 p.m. Thursday, June 27. The board will finalize fiscal year 2024 revenues and appropriations, set temporary appropriations for fiscal year 2025, and consider the employment and compensation of public employees. The meeting will be held in the Neubrecht Lecture Hall.
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:54 pm. FILED UNDER: News
By Quincy Thompson The renowned Yonder Mountain String Band is set to light up the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on Friday, October 4. This highly anticipated event promises to be an unforgettable evening of exceptional bluegrass music, community spirit, and entertainment. The Yonder Mountain String Band, originating from Nederland, Colorado, has been […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:53 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor The latest installment of Random Thoughts centers around the changes coming in the girls and boys basketball state tournament. A recent article in the Toledo Blade outlined some of the pending changes, changes that will change the way the tournament has run since its inception in 1923. The article confirms some things […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:52 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Briston Wise went the distance on the mound and Van Wert defeated Liberty-Benton 8-4 in Acme tournament action on Monday. Van Wert is scheduled to play Ottawa at 6 p.m. tonight. Photo courtesy of Eric McCracken
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert Police Sunday, June 16 – a report was taken for an assault that occurred in the 1000 block of S. Washington St. Sunday, June 16 – a disorderly conduct incident was reported at the police department. Sunday, June 16 – a welfare check was done in the 600 block of Center St. Sunday, […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 9:00 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Sunday June 23, 2024 5:04 a.m. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm at a location on Hoaglin Center Road in Ridge Township. 5:11 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Sprague Street in the Village of Willshire for a complaint of suspicious subjects in the area. 6:39 a.m. – Deputies responded to a […]
POSTED: 06/24/24 at 8:59 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement