VW independent sports The Monday Mailbag will return to the VW independent Sports page on Monday, August 19, and sports questions and comments are needed for the first installment. Questions and/or comments about local, collegiate and professional sports are welcome and should be sent to sports@thevwindependent.com. Please indicate if you would like to have your name […]
POSTED: 08/06/24 at 8:49 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Gregory Eugene Walls, 71, formerly of Van Wert, gained his wings as he was called home unexpectedly to the Lord God Almighty on Monday, July 29, 2024, at his home in Wellington, Florida. He was born in Van Wert on March 17, 1953, to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eugene Walls. He graduated with the Van […]
POSTED: 08/06/24 at 10:10 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
By Quincy Thompson The highly anticipated conclusion to our Feel Good Friday summer series is here, and it’s set to be an unforgettable evening! In our 10th and final week, we are thrilled to partner with Main Street Van Wert for their exciting Block Party that promises fun for all ages. Join us on Friday, […]
POSTED: 08/06/24 at 8:17 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Over 260 family members attended the John George Schumm Family Reunion on August 4, located at Zion Lutheran Church. Following a delicious carry-in meal, family members enjoyed displays from the historic Wyneken House while also enjoying the work of caricaturist Dave Schumm. Kids were entertained with magic tricks and balloon artistry by Aaron Roehm. Prior to […]
POSTED: 08/06/24 at 8:07 am. FILED UNDER: Lifestyles
Monday August 5, 2024 7:00 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Van Wert Willshire Road in Pleasant Township for a report of reckless driving. 9:01 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for a complaint of criminal damaging. 10:00 a.m. – Deputies served a warrant issued by […]
POSTED: 08/06/24 at 7:58 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Editor’s note: this story has been updated with information about proposed legislation during Monday night’s meeting of Delphos City Council. VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — As expected, the Division of Cannabis Control (DCC) is issuing its first set of dual-use Certificates of Operation (COO) to 98 eligible dispensaries across the state today, including one in […]
POSTED: 08/05/24 at 8:58 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Lincolnview Local Schools has announced its 2024-2025 program year policy for free and reduced-price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals or milk served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast, After School Care Snack or Special Milk Program. Each school office and the central office has a […]
POSTED: 08/05/24 at 8:55 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information MIDDLE POINT — The Van Wert County Outdoorsmen Association will host an M-1 Garand match this Saturday, August 10, This match will be held on August 10 at the Van Wert County Outdoorsmen Club, 9093 Ringwald Rd., Middle Point. The safety briefing will be held at 9:30 a.m. and the match will begin […]
POSTED: 08/05/24 at 8:55 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Lincolnview Local School District is renewing membership fobs for the Lincolnview Community Center for 2024-2025 school year. If you do not renew by Friday, September 20, your fob will become inactive until you renew it. Anyone who renewed or signed up from May 1 to the present, does not need […]
POSTED: 08/05/24 at 8:54 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information PAULDING — The next Western Buckeye Educational Service Center board meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 14, in the ESC conference room, 835 N Williams St, Paulding.
POSTED: 08/05/24 at 8:53 pm. FILED UNDER: News