VW independent staff/submitted information The trend appears to be changing, but average gasoline prices in Ohio fell by an average of 8.7 cents per gallon through Sunday, averaging $2.99 per gallon, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 5,345 stations in Ohio. Prices in Ohio were 21.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and were […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:32 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Any organization or agency in Van Wert County offering an Easter egg hunt for children is encouraged to send the information, including the date, time, location and age group(s) to editor@thevwindependent.com. The deadline to submit the information is Tuesday, April 8.
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:31 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information OHIO CITY — The Ohio City Volunteer Fire and EMS Department is inviting the public to its pancake and sausage breakfast from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. this Saturday at the Ohio City Community Building. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, and eggs, along with sausage gravy and biscuits. There will be a […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:30 pm. FILED UNDER: News
By Kayden Pugh, Reporter The Ohio Challengers 4-H Club met on March 19 in the Crestview High School study hall. There were 64 members present and three advisors. Four new members were introduced: Avery Fetters, Aria Hunter, Colin Hunter, and Jonathon Fokker. Members were reminded that April 1 is the deadline for all members to […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:30 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce is preparing to present its third annual Van Wert on Tap Craft Beer Festival at the Junior Fair building at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, April 12. Enjoy unlimited tastings of selected wine and craft beer from some of the best breweries in […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:29 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — Ohio Department of Health Director Bruce Vanderhoff, MD, MBA, recently announced a measles outbreak in Ashtabula County and one confirmed case of a visitor in Knox County who exposed others to measles in Knox and nearby counties. Dr. Vanderhoff said ODH and Ashtabula County have identified 10 measles cases. […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/indendepent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts centers around the NCAA men’s basketball Final Four and various NFL news and notes. Next week, Random Thoughts will become more baseball centered. 4 times 1 The NCAA Final Four is set and it features all four No. 1 seeds, which feels like a rather rare […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:28 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert Police Sunday, March 23 – telecommunications harassment was reported in the 100 block of Crestwood Drive. Sunday, March 23 – a domestic violence report was taken in the 300 block of Woodland Ave. Monday, March 24 – a fraud report was taken in the 900 block of S. Shannon St. Monday, March 24 […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 12:24 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson The Queen of Soul lives on when RESPECT: The Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin takes the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. This high-energy Broadway-style show will light up the theater with soul, rhythm, and timeless hits on Saturday, April 19, promising an unforgettable night of music and celebration. The evening […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 10:01 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Sunday March 30, 2025 1:10 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Union Township for a report of reckless driving. 6:35 a.m. – Dispatched Wren EMS to a residence on South Street in the Village of Willshire for a subject who had fallen. 6:45 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area […]
POSTED: 03/31/25 at 9:40 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement