VW independent staff/submitted information LIMA — The Ohio Department of Transportation District 1, in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and Executive Order 11988, is seeking public comments regarding the following proposed project in Van Wert County: Ohio 116/117/697 resurfacing (PID: 107701) ODOT is proposing to resurface 6.57 miles of pavement along Ohio 697 […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 10:09 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports/submitted information The Van Wert Cougar wrestling team opened their season on the road Thursday night as they traveled to Elida to take on the Bulldogs. The Cougars came away with the opening night WBL win 42-28. Individual results are as follows: 144 – Carter Bledsoe (VW) 7-4 OT decision over Chace Rhine (E) 3-0 […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 10:07 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview’s Kaci Gregory (3) leads the break during Thursday’s NWC basketball game vs. Lima Central Catholic. Gregory finished with a game high 23 points and the Lady Knights soundly defeated the Thunderbirds 66-3. Crestview led 45-0 at halftime. Peyton Hoffman added 10 points and all Lady Knights scored in the game. Crestview (3-1, 1-0 NWC) […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 10:07 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Elida’s Lilly Sifrit scored 36 points to lead the Bulldogs to a 63-42 victory over Van Wert in Western Buckeye League play at Van Wert High School on Thursday. Sifrit exploded for 15 points in the second quarter then added 12 more in the third quarter. Van Wert (1-2, 0-1 WBL) was […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 10:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information COLUMBUS — Cincinnati Archbishop Moeller junior quarterback Matt Ponatoski has been named Ohio Mr. Football by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. He is the 38th winner of the prestigious award and the second in a row for Archbishop Moeller. Running back Jordan Marshall won the award last year. Ponatoski, 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds, […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 10:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Gerald E. “Gary” Miller, 70, of Lakeview and formerly of Van Wert, passed away at 11:38 p.m. Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Van Wert on January 12, 1954, to Purl and Betty (Davis) Miller, who both preceded him in death. On July 31, 1976, he married Susan (Hoblet) Miller, […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 8:08 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Wednesday December 4, 2024 12:36 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of South Shannon Street in the City of Van Wert for a loose dog. 2:19 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a residence on West Wood Street in the Village of Middle Point for a subject having severe pain. 5:00 a.m. – […]
POSTED: 12/05/24 at 8:36 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Local first responders had their hands full dealing with two significant incidents on Wednesday. Both incidents remain under investigation. As first reported Wednesday morning, fire departments from four different departments – Convoy, Ohio City, Van Wert and Wren were dispatched to an early morning explosion and fire at a home in the […]
POSTED: 12/04/24 at 10:12 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Get ready to step into a winter wonderland as the heart of Van Wert transforms into a hub of holiday cheer. Join Main Street Van Wert on Saturday, December 7, for an unforgettable day packed with festive fun, exciting activities, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic. What to Expect: Grab Your Train Ticket: Start your adventure […]
POSTED: 12/04/24 at 10:11 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Western Buckeye ESC governing board’s next monthly meeting will be held at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, in the ESC conference room, 835 N. Williams St., Paulding.
POSTED: 12/04/24 at 10:11 pm. FILED UNDER: News