Sunday November 17, 2024 3:34 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS and Van Wert EMS to a residence on Richey Road in Pleasant Township for a subject with swollen legs. 3:56 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Carmean Street in the Village of Ohio City for a complaint of disorderly conduct. 8:47 a.m. – […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 1:46 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Saturday November 16, 2024 12:51 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to contact a resident for the Van Wert Police. 1:52 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Middle Point Road in Washington Township to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 2:02 a.m. – Deputies served a […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 1:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday November 15, 2024 2:04 a.m. – Dispatched Spencerville EMS to a residence on Ohio 117 in Jennings Township for a subject who had fallen. 5:36 a.m. – Dispatched Scott EMS to a residence on John Yoh Road in Hoaglin Township for a subject feeling sick. 6:38 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 1:41 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement, Statistics
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A Rockford man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend in Van Wert in early September 2023 is due back in court this week. Ryan Houser, 39, is scheduled to appear at a pre-trial conference in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court on Friday. He’s charged with aggravated murder, an unclassified felony; […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 3:25 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information With the holiday season rapidly approaching, officials at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center say a new list of shows would make a perfect gift experience. The New Year’s lineup opens with Pink Droyd, Presented by Greenway Bank, an immersive tribute to Pink Floyd, on Saturday, February 8. Fans can expect a night full of […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 3:23 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Trinity Friends Church will be holding its annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner from noon-4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, and there’s still time to schedule meal delivery or a ride to the event. A full turkey dinner with all the trimmings is offered free of charge for anyone in the community who […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 3:19 am. FILED UNDER: News
Scott E. Dicke, 50, of Mendon, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, November 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 6, 1974, in St. Marys, he was the cherished son of Stanley and Janell (Suhr) Dicke, who both preceded him in death. On August 17, 1996, Scott married the love of […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 3:02 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
It takes help from many for the Optimist Club of Van Wert to accomplish its Avenue of Flags program. Some of those who assisted this year attended Thursday’s Optimist Club meeting for a word of thanks and to receive a portion of the proceeds from the project for their groups. In attendance were: Gary Baxter […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 2:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports The Monday Mailbag has come to an end for 2024. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions or comments. The feature will be back in August, 2025. In the meantime, here are some of the top questions from readers during the 2024 fall sports season. August 19 Q: You obviously have no […]
POSTED: 11/18/24 at 12:01 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information When you are grieving a loved one’s death, the holiday season can be especially painful. Trinity Friends Church is hosting a Surviving the Holidays seminar from Griefshare which will help participants discover: How to deal with emotions What to do about traditions Helpful tips for surviving social events How to find hope for […]
POSTED: 11/16/24 at 10:41 am. FILED UNDER: Church