Van Wert Police Sunday, July 14 – trespassing was reported in the 100 block of S. Wall St. Sunday, July 14 – a drug investigation was conducted in the 200 block of N. Jefferson St. Sunday, July 14 – a parking ticket was issued in the 100 block of Balyeat Ave. Monday, July 15 – […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 10:03 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Sunday July 21, 2024 2:33 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Middle Point Wetzel Road in Washington Township to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 12:57 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Gilbert Road in Jennings Township for a complaint of fraud. 1:26 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 10:03 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson Van Wert Live is thrilled to announce the release of our three spectacular holiday shows, available to the public this Thursday. This holiday season promises to be unforgettable with a lineup that brings timeless classics and beloved stories to life on stage. Kicking off the holiday festivities is the Forever Motown – […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 9:57 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Saturday July 20, 2024 12:20 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Bellis Road in Ridge Township for a complaint of forgery. 1:32 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Shenk Road in Washington Township for a noise complaint. 2:04 a.m. – Dispatched Wren and Willshire Fire to a report of a structure […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 9:32 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Clark Burdel “Sparky” Roberts, 74, passed away Friday afternoon, July 19, 2024, at his residence in Hoaglin Township. He was born on April 30, 1950, in Van Wert the son of Rudolph and Viona (Kline) Roberts, who both preceded him in death. He married the former Penny Jewell on November 26, 1976, and she survives. […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 8:41 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Friday July 19, 2024 5:41 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 33 in Willshire Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer, no injuries were reported. 6:26 a.m. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a residence on Dull Robinson Road in Pleasant Township for a subject having difficulty breathing. 7:53 a.m. […]
POSTED: 07/22/24 at 8:32 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Model railroad enthusiasts of all ages are expected to gather at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for this weekend’s Railroad Heritage Weekend Model Railroad Show and Swap. The show, sponsored by the Van Wert County Historical Society, will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, and from 10 a.m. […]
POSTED: 07/21/24 at 9:01 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Multiple fire departments were dispatched to a structure fire along State Line Road in western Van Wert County at approximately 2 a.m. Saturday morning. The Wren Fire Department was first at the scene and mutual aid was provided by Willshire, Convoy, Ohio City, Decatur (IN) and the Preble (IN) Fire Department. Van Wert County CERT […]
POSTED: 07/21/24 at 9:00 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor With the long-discussed marijuana dispensary issue already decided, Van Wert City Council will see just one piece of marijuana-related legislation on tonight’s agenda. Council members will hear the third and final reading of a proposed ordinance that would prohibit anyone under 21 from purchasing, transporting or using cannabis in the city. Ohio […]
POSTED: 07/21/24 at 9:00 pm. FILED UNDER: News
This plate of pickles was no match for Emilio DeLeon of Convoy. DeLeon polished off 9.5 pickles in 10 minutes and took first place in the pickle eating contest at the 28th annual St. Joe Pickle Festival in St. Joe, Indiana, Saturday afternoon. That wasn’t the only title DeLeon won. Late that morning, he also […]
POSTED: 07/21/24 at 8:59 pm. FILED UNDER: News