SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts centers around a state championship upset, one undefeated team, public vs. private, a possible four-peat, the SEC, football vs. basketball, and a new sports season. Upset? I have to admit, I was a bit surprised that Monroe Central beat Marion Local in the Division VI title […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 8:53 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Bruce Owen Gattshall, 57, of rural Van Wert, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital. He was born July 21, 1967, in Paulding, a son of Glenn Owen and Mary Jean (Painter) Gattshall, who both preceded him in death. He was married to Terry S. Hutchison who survives. He is also […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 7:00 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Jerry Michael Wallace, 72, of Van Wert, died early Monday morning, March 24, 2025, at the Meadows of Ottawa. He was born August 13, 1952, in Van Wert, to Claron and Mae (Boroff) Wallace. Jerry retired from Eisenhauer Manufacturing, in Van Wert, after many years of service. He was a gun enthusiast who enjoyed riding […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 3:30 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
VW independent sports/submitted information COLUMBUS — The 2025 Divisions IV, V, VI and VII girls basketball All-Ohio teams were announced Monday by the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association. The All-Ohio teams are based on nominations from the seven districts of the OPSMA, which vote on the all-district teams from regular-season accomplishments. Two players from Van Wert […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 1:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
The following real estate transfer information has been provided by the Van Wert County Recorder’s Office. The transfers took place between March 17-21, 2025. Hammons Family Irrevocable Trust, Hammons Family Irrevocable Trust TR, Kelly A. Jones TR, Kristina Tow TR to Mark Dey, Catherine Dey, a portion of Section 22, Hoaglin Township. Drew Wannemacher, Carli […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 12:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bekkie J. Mowery, 74, of Van Wert, who left us peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Born on March 2, 1951, in Kenton to Ernie and Mary Lou (Bailey) Goodwin, who preceded her in death, Bekkie lived a life filled with love and family […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 10:18 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Sunday March 23, 2025 5:06 a.m. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm at a location on Middle Point Road in Ridge Township. 8:18 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on High Street in the Village of Convoy for a report of fraud. 10:11 a.m. – Deputies along with Convoy and Van Wert EMS […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 10:12 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson GFour Productions, winners of 68 Drama Desk and 54 Tony Awards, announced the cast of leading ladies for the Van Wert production of Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’ which will play the Niswonger Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 26. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 9:07 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Saturday March 22, 2025 1:45 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject with increased confusion. 4:11 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a residence on East Jackson Street in the Village of Middle Point for a subject who fell. 4:27 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 8:47 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday March 21, 2025 6:47 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Wetzel Road in Hoaglin Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer. No injuries were reported. 6:54 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on U.S. 127 in Hoaglin Township to check an open line 911 call. 8:17 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 03/24/25 at 8:42 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement