Submitted information The Van Wert Area Economic Development Corporation (VWAEDC) is lauding Flagstar Bank for a generous grant of $125,000 to support community programs and initiatives. This significant contribution will directly impact the economic development efforts and quality of life in the Van Wert area. Flagstar Bank’s support will be instrumental in funding various initiatives […]
POSTED: 11/28/24 at 10:21 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This state semifinal edition of Pigskin Pick’Em will be short and sweet. That’s because just four area teams are left and they’ll square off against each other in their respective divisions. It’ll be the NWC vs. the MAC in Divisions VI and VII and I think the vast majority of people will […]
POSTED: 11/27/24 at 10:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information COLUMBUS — Ahead of The Ohio State Buckeye’s rivalry game against the Michigan Wolverines, Governor Mike DeWine has placed a friendly wager with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “With a spot to play in the Big 10 championship on the line, Fran and I are confident the Buckeyes will emerge victorious in the greatest […]
POSTED: 11/27/24 at 2:48 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has announced the finalists for the 2024 Ohio Mr. Football Award. The winner will be announced next Thursday at 4 p.m. in Canton prior to the start of the OHSAA football state championships. The prestigious honor has been awarded since 1987. The OPSMA district chairpersons and […]
POSTED: 11/27/24 at 2:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Tuesday November 26, 2024 12:22 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on North Main Street in the Village of Convoy for a report of an assault. 2:25 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on West Main Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 7:52 […]
POSTED: 11/27/24 at 8:19 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS –- Ohio’s weeklong deer gun hunting season begins Monday, December 2, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. The gun season traditionally begins the Monday after Thanksgiving, is open to all hunters, and runs until Sunday, December 8. An additional deer gun weekend will follow December 21-22. Ohio’s […]
POSTED: 11/26/24 at 10:46 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff A reminder that 4 p.m. today (Wednesday) is the deadline to schedule meal delivery or a ride to the annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, sponsored by Trinity Friends Church in Van Wert. The church office number is 419.238.2788. The office will be closed Thanksgiving Day and cannot accept last minute changes to the […]
POSTED: 11/26/24 at 10:46 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff All Van Wert County offices will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Van Wert Municipal Building will be closed both days as well.
POSTED: 11/26/24 at 10:45 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has selected Vantage Career Center seniors Megan Hoersten and Hailey Waltmire as Students of the Month for November. Students are nominated by their high schools to receive this award. Each Student of the Month receives a monetary donation along with a certificate from the […]
POSTED: 11/26/24 at 10:45 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — During this season of giving, the Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Financial Institutions is urging Ohioans to be cautious of holiday scams, particularly those involving fraudulent charitable organizations. Fraudsters often use this time of year to exploit the trust and generosity of well-intentioned individuals. Last year alone, Americans donated $374 billion to charities; however, […]
POSTED: 11/26/24 at 10:38 pm. FILED UNDER: News