Council to discuss raises Monday night

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Van Wert City Council will hold a pair of meetings on Monday, with the first one focused on salaries. A “Council of the Whole” meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. to discuss council member, council president and council clerk salaries.The subject of raises was first broached by Councilwoman At-Large Jana […]

Bowersock honored…

The YMCA held its 50th annual Good Friday prayer breakfast celebration last Friday. The annual event features a keynote speaker each year and the speakers are chosen from a list of individuals who wish to share their faith and stories of perseverance, challenges and dedication to others. This year the YMCA had a special two-part […]

Safety City returns to Delphos this summer

VW independent staff DELPHOS — Delphos School Resource Officer Robert Fitzgerald has announced Safety City Summer Academy is returning this summer. The free program is open to children ages 5-9. Morning (9-11 a.m.) and afternoon (12-2 p.m.) will be offered June 2-6, 16-20, and 23-27, plus July 14-18, 21-25 and July 28-August 1. Class sizes […]

OHSAA shares cross country news

Submitted information COLUMBUS — With cross country expanding to four divisions this fall, the Ohio High School Athletic Association has announced the new divisional breakdowns, along with a new three-year contract with Fortress Obetz and Memorial Park to host three OHSAA cross country events each fall. Divisional breakdowns for the fall sports of golf, girls tennis, […]

Cougars shut down by Wapakoneta

VW independent sports WAPAKONETA — Van Wert was no match for No. 13 Wapakoneta (8-0, 4-0 WBL), as the Redskins held the Cougars to just one hit in a 10-0 five inning victory on Friday. Case Stegaman had Van Wert’s only hit of the game. The Cougars (7-4, 2-3 WBL) will host Delphos St. John’s […]

Finances discussed during BOE meeting

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Finances seemed to be the focus of Thursday’s monthly meeting of the Lincolnview Local Schools Board of Education. During her report to the board, Treasurer Kaitlyn Edelbrock said she’s working on updating the mandatory five-year financial forecast, which must be approved next month. She also said she’s monitoring the state budget and […]

Van Wert egg hunt set for Saturday

VW independent staff A reminder that the annual free Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Van Wert Parks Department will be held at 10 a.m. this Saturday at Smiley Park. It was originally scheduled for last Saturday, April 19, but was postponed due to inclement weather. Age groups are 2 and under, 3-4, 5-7 and 8-10. Eggs […]

Stant named to new role at St. John’s

VW independent staff/submitted information DELPHOS — St. John the Evangelist Catholic School has announced the selection of Nathan Stant as its first Head of School. The Delphos St. John’s School Board of Specified Jurisdiction, established in August, 2024, made hiring a head of school one of its top priorities. This new role is responsible for […]

Local prayer observance set for May 1

Submitted information Designated by Congress, the United States President is to issue a proclamation designating the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer. The Van Wert County Commissioners have also issued a proclamation designating May 1 as National Day of Prayer for Van Wert County. The theme for this year’s National Day […]

Buzard joins local Edward Jones branch

VW independent staff/submitted information Ally Buzard recently joined a Van Wert office of the financial services firm Edward Jones as a branch office administrator (BOA) trainee. She will support Edward Jones Financial Advisor Eric Hurless in his office.  “A branch office administrator is not only responsible for the daily operation of the branch, but also must provide top-level client service and marketing support for my activities,” Hurless said. […]