Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks has selected Wayne Trace High School senior Harper Myers as the Student of the Month for February. 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 Van […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 9:09 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports/submitted information FINDLAY — Crestview’s Ellie Kline has been named Division VI first team All-Northwest District by a panel of media members for the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Media Association. Wayne Trace’s Lexi Moore was also named to the Division VI first team. Keira Breese of Lincolnview, Clara Goecke of Spencerville and Megan Hughes […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 6:30 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS – The Ohio Prep Sports Media Association has announced the finalists for the 2025 Ohio Ms. Basketball Award. The field includes the two-time Ms. Basketball winner, Dee Alexander of Cincinnati Purcell-Marian. The winner will be announced next Wednesday, March 12. Voting is currently underway for the 226 registered OPSMA members and […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 1:16 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information Trucent Renewable Chemicals (TRC) has announced it has achieved Food Grade Certification and Halal Certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to the highest standards of quality, safety, and inclusivity in its renewable chemical solutions. In addition, TRC is certified kosher and ensures its products are free from palm oil and tallow, aligning with its mission […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 1:07 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
John L. Blake passed away at home on Friday, February 28, 2025, surrounded by family. John was a man of faith and is now spending eternity with Jesus and his family and friends who have passed before him. John was born October 1 1935, in Van Wert, to John Leroy Blake and Ida May (Hammond) […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 1:01 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
By Quincy Thompson Get ready for an electrifying night of music as Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, along with Tank and the Bangas, bring the soul and rhythm of New Orleans to the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, March 11th. This powerhouse concert is presented by Gary Taylor and supported by RHS Music and […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 8:50 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Tuesday March 4, 2025 1:15 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Hoaglin Center Road in Hoaglin Township for a report of domestic violence. 5:39 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Washington Township after a vehicle struck an item in the roadway. No injuries were reported. 8:26 a.m. – […]
POSTED: 03/05/25 at 8:38 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information CONVOY — The Village of Convoy Historical Society is inviting the public to an open house at the Opera House and a book signing event from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, March 16. Built in 1901, the Convoy Opera House, at 111 S. Main St. in downtown Convoy served as a significant source […]
POSTED: 03/04/25 at 9:58 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The ribbon was cut on Van Wert’s newest establishment, R Place Stone Grill. A brief ceremony was held late Tuesday afternoon at the site of the former Edition restauarant on E. Main St. R Place Stone Grill will officially open for lunch today (Wednesday). Hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, […]
POSTED: 03/04/25 at 9:56 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Soil and Water Conservation District is offering one $1,000 scholarship to a student studying agriculture, natural resources or closely related fields at any Ohio college or university during the 2024-2025 academic year. The recipient of the scholarship needs to have completed their freshman year in college, and must be a […]
POSTED: 03/04/25 at 9:56 pm. FILED UNDER: News