It was hot opening day at the Van Wert County Fair, but there was still activity at the fairgrounds into the evening hours. The fair will continue today and tonight. The annual cheerleading competition has been moved to Lincolnview High School. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and the competition will begin at 6 p.m. […]
POSTED: 08/27/24 at 10:32 pm. FILED UNDER: News
A car and van collided at U.S. 224 and Van Wert Decatur Road in Van Wert shortly before 9 p.m. Monday. The driver of the van, from Illinois, was taken by ambulance to OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital. The Van Wert County Sheriff’s Office investigated the crash. Bob Barnes/VWFD photographer
POSTED: 08/27/24 at 9:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
Monday August 26, 2024 1:55 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Tully Township to check the area for a reported traffic hazard. 4:09 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Ridge Township to remove debris from the roadway. 5:50 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area […]
POSTED: 08/27/24 at 9:07 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A crash involving a Van Wert Police cruiser, Leeson Ave., and a proposed new residential subdivision were among the items mentioned during Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council. Mayor Ken Markward spoke about last Friday’s crash at Mendon Rd. and westbound U.S. 30, which is outside the city limits. Shortly […]
POSTED: 08/26/24 at 9:16 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Paul Palmeter and Stacia Stripe cut the ribbon to celebrate the opening of Double A’s Dining on S. Shannon St. in Van Wert, the site of the former Black Angus. The locally owned establishment, which is open seven days a week, bills itself as offering the finest food all served with a smile. Palmeter and […]
Submitted information A designer purse bingo will be held on Friday, September 13, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 425 Woodland Ave., Van Wert. Only 250 tickets will be sold for this event and they can be purchased at St. Mary’s Parish Office, at 601 Jennings Rd., Van Wert. The ticket cost is $30 and this […]
POSTED: 08/26/24 at 9:15 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Zion Christian Union Church will host a church service at 10 a.m. Sunday, September 1, in the Gospel Tent at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds. The congregation of Zion Christian Union looks forward to welcoming old friends and many new friends in praise and worship. Enter the north entrance gate at the fairgrounds […]
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts includes condolences and praise of support, a long winning streak, opening night records and performances, the opening slate of WBL games, and college football. Support It was news no one wanted to hear. Late last week, the family of Cale Wenning of Coldwater announced that he […]
POSTED: 08/26/24 at 9:13 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Golf Van Wert 146 Celina 176 It was a matchup of cats and dogs at Willow Bend Country Club on Monday and it was the Van Wert Cougars coming out on top in dominating fashion, 146-176 over the Celina Bulldogs. Sam Houg and Keaton Foster led the way and were co-match medalists […]
POSTED: 08/26/24 at 9:13 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Thomas “Tom” Bauer, 84, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday morning, August 24, 2024, at his residence near Convoy. Tom was a 1958 graduate of Convoy Union High School. A loyal servant of God, Tom was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Convoy, where he served in various […]
POSTED: 08/26/24 at 7:29 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries