Van Wert Police Sunday, February 23 – a criminal damaging report was taken in the 700 block of Fox Rd. Sunday, February 23 – a non-criminal incident was reported in the 500 block of S. Chestnut St. Sunday, February 23 – a telecommunications harassment report was taken in the 500 block of E. Main St. […]
POSTED: 03/03/25 at 7:08 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Paula Miller/special to the VW independent Every March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. The theme for 2025 is “Creating Pathways to Independence.” This theme highlights the different ways people can achieve independence, such as learning new skills, finding a job, or building a supportive community. It’s a time to celebrate diversity, advocate, and educate about […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 9:52 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The Jumpin’ Jammers – Van Wert Elementary’s jump rope club – electrified a packed house and won the 15th annual “Ohio Has Talent!” competition at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center Saturday night. The Jumpin’ Jammers were voted the audience favorite and claimed the coveted trophy. Baton twirler Cameron King from Alvada was the runner-up and […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 9:50 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information PAULDING – Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $13,369 to nine local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. Thanks to the 80 percent of members who round up their electric bill and donate to this fund, PPEC has provided more than $714,100 to northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 9:50 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff A familiar name has decided to re-enter the political arena. Former State Representative Craig Riedel, a Republican from Defiance, has officially announced plans to run for the 1st District Ohio Senate Seat currently held by Rob McColley, who won’t be able to seek re-election due to term limits. McColley’s term will end […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 9:50 pm. FILED UNDER: News
A Venedocia resident was a member of the State Fire Marshal’s first EMT graduating class of 2025. Reide Jackson, a 2024 Lincolnview High School graduate, was one of 19 graduates who successfully completed the Academy’s rigorous six-week, 166-hour training program. Of the 19 graduates, 17 represent communities in Ohio, and two are from Indiana. A […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 9:49 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports NORWALK — Van Wert’s Breese Bollenbacher has qualified for the Division II OHSAA Wrestling State Tournament, while teammate Owen Bates will serve as an alternate. Bollenbacher, a junior, finished fourth in the 285 pound weight class at Division II district competition held Friday and Saturday at Norwalk High School. He won his […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 5:09 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced the pairings and host sites for this week’s girls basketball state semifinals. The winners will advance to the state championship games March 14-15 hosted at the University of Dayton Arena. Due to the OHSAA’s expansion of the tournament from four to seven […]
POSTED: 03/02/25 at 5:09 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview seniors Wren Sheets (33) and Tommy Heffner (10) hold up the district runner-up trophy after Friday night’s Division VI district championship game against Lima Central Catholic. Pictures and a full game story can be found on the Sports page. Bob Barnes/Van Wert independent
POSTED: 03/01/25 at 8:16 am. FILED UNDER: News
No. 1 seed Crestview and No. 2 seed Lima Central Catholic met in the Division VI district championship game in Elida Friday night. The Thunderbirds scored a game-clinching layup in the closing seconds and won the game 48-44, ending Crestview’s season at 20-5. Above, Braxton Leeth (3) attempts a reverse layup. Below, Tommy Heffner (10) […]
POSTED: 03/01/25 at 8:10 am. FILED UNDER: Sports