SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports Yes, it’s basketball season, but this week’s edition of Random Thoughts centers completely around the College Football Playoff. Predictable It really wasn’t a shock – the opening round of College Football Playoff games featured games that weren’t exactly competitive. I’ll admit, I’m still surprised by Ohio State’s margin over Tennessee, simply because […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 10:33 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Points were at a premium during Monday night’s non-conference girls basketball game at the Cougar’s Den, as Delphos Jefferson defeated Van Wert 32-23. The Wildcats led 10-3 after the first quarter and 18-8 at halftime. Van Wert managed to close the gap to three, 21-18 after three quarters but Delphos Jefferson outscored […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 10:29 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
By Quincy Thompson Van Wert Live announces with great pride that Ben Folds, one of the most influential music creators and performers of our generation, will bring his renowned “Ben Folds and A Piano” tour to the Niswonger stage on Saturday, March 15. This highly anticipated performance is presented by Squash and Porter and proudly […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 9:31 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Sunday December 22, 2024 1:14 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on North Adams Street in the Village of Middle Point for a report of a fight. 1:27 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Griswold Street in the Village of Middle Point to check an abandoned 911 call. 2:11 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 11:17 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Saturday December 21, 2024 1:47 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Hamilton Street in the Village of Middle Point for a complaint of gunshots. 7:45 a.m. – Dispatched Grover Hill EMS to a residence on Defiance Trail Road in Hoaglin Township for a subject having difficulty breathing. 8:37 a.m. – Deputies responded to […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 11:09 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday December 20, 2024 1:47 a.m. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a location on U.S. 127 in Pleasant Township for a subject who was ill. 4:55 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert Fire to a location on U.S. 127 in Hoaglin Township for a general fire alarm. 10:01 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 11:08 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Van Wert Police Sunday, December 15 – a citation was issued in the 500 block of E. Main St. Sunday, December 15 – telecommunications harassment was reported in the 100 block of E. First St. Sunday, December 15 – disorderly conduct was reported in the 700 block of E. Sycamore St. Sunday, December 15 – […]
POSTED: 12/23/24 at 7:17 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Time is running out to enjoy two dazzling holiday displays in Van Wert. Christmas at Fountain Park on W. Main St. will continue from 6-10 p.m. each night, weather permitting, through Friday, December 27. It’s free and open to the public. The 4-H Exchange Club Holiday Light Show at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds will […]
POSTED: 12/22/24 at 10:08 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Van Wert City Council’s final meeting of 2024 is scheduled to begin at 6:30 tonight and if the agenda is a true indicator, it could be a quick meeting. There are no ordinances or resolutions up for first, second or third reading. An important piece of legislation – the city’s 2025 budget […]
POSTED: 12/22/24 at 10:08 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert FOP Lodge 62 recently presented custom-made challenge coins to the law enforcement agencies of Van Wert County. This was done to honor and recognize the men and women that hold the thin blue line, keeping the community safe. The front of the coin features the Van Wert County logo which is surrounded by […]
POSTED: 12/22/24 at 10:06 pm. FILED UNDER: News