William “Bill” Norman Barnhart, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024, just a couple of weeks shy of his 86th birthday. He was born on December 28, 1938, in Bim, West Virginia, to Allen “Allie” and Thelma Opal (Leonard) Barnhart Sr., who both preceded him in death. […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 8:00 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police Sunday, December 8 – a report was made in reference to a theft from Lassus Brothers. Sunday, December 8 – trepassing in a habitation was reported in the 200 block of Burt St. Sunday, December 8 – telephone harassment was reported. Monday, December 9 – a miscellaneous drug offense was reported in […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 4:17 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson Van Wert Live is delighted to announce that OhioHealth will be the official Broadway Series Presenting Sponsor in 2025 at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. This exciting partnership reflects OhioHealth’s commitment to enhancing the cultural landscape of our community and providing access to world-class entertainment. As the 2025 Broadway Series Sponsor, OhioHealth […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 3:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
VW independent staff/submitted information Portugal-based Intraplás, which is described as a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions for the dairy industry, has selected Van Wert, as the location for its first U.S. manufacturing facility. A $40 million investment will create 54 new jobs that will generate more than $2.7 million in new annual payroll, and […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 3:04 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Sunday December 15, 2024 4:12 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Bellis Road in the Village of Middle Point for a report of a suspicious vehicle. 11:58 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on East Tully Street in the Village of Convoy to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 1:28 […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 11:15 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Saturday December 14, 2024 4:18 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of the Van Wert Wert Mercer County Line in Liberty Township to assist a transient. 7:03 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Green Street in the Village of Willshire to contact a resident for the Van Wert Police. 9:08 a.m. – […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 11:08 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday December 13, 2024 6:16 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Woodland Avenue in the City of Van Wert for a subject who was dehydrated. 7:11 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Madison Boulevard in the City of Van Wert for a subject who was ill. 7:58 […]
POSTED: 12/16/24 at 9:25 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor It was a plan that seemed to be very well received when it was officially introduced in the spring of 2022. That’s when Van Wert Cinema owners Rod and Donna Saunders announced plans to build a 10,000 square foot addition onto the Lincoln Highway theater, complete with a restaurant/sports bar and modern […]
POSTED: 12/15/24 at 10:19 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information PAULDING — Paulding County Sheriff Jason K. Landers held his department’s annual awards banquet last week with two promotions and one significant retirement. Deputy Robert C. Miller will be retiring his commission as a special deputy with the office the end of this year. He began his law enforcement career in […]
POSTED: 12/15/24 at 10:17 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff A final reminder that all local churches are encouraged to send information about their Christmas Eve services, including the time or times and any special plans for the service. The information will be compiled and published free of charge on the VW independent’s Church page this Friday, December 20. Please send the […]
POSTED: 12/15/24 at 10:17 pm. FILED UNDER: News