VW independent staff It appears a fairly light agenda is on tap for Monday’s meeting of Van Wert City Council. On its third and final reading, council members are expected to approve an ordinance repealing going out of business sales, and council members will hear the second reading of an ordinance that would allow data […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:57 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Two people, an adult and a young child, were transported by EMS to OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital, after this two-vehicle accident at the intersection of E. Main St. and Wayne St. Saturday evening. The Van Wert Police Department and Van Wert Fire Department were summoned to the scene via 911 shortly before 7 p.m. One […]
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VW independent staff MENDON — A two-vehicle accident at the intersection of U.S. 33 and Celina Mendon Rd. in Mercer County left one person dead on Saturday. The accident occurred at approximately 3 p.m. when Eric Topp, 48, of Mendon, was southbound on Celina Mendon Rd., observed the stop sign at the intersection, then pulled […]
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At 7 p.m. Monday, May 12, in the Niswonger Performing Arts Center Auditorium, the Van Wert Middle School seventh and eighth grade choirs along with sixth grade voice students will be performing their spring choir concert. Selections such as “True Colors,” “Heartbeat,” and “Singin’ the 70’s!” along with music prepared for their OMEA Junior High Large […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports ADA – A pair of Division I bound runners from Van Wert High School showcased their skills at the Ada Track and Field Invitational on Saturday. Sprinter Kendra Deehring, who has committed to the University of Toledo after graduation, won the 100 meter dash and 200 meter dash with times of 12.73 […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:52 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert distance runner Owen Scott was at it again on Saturday, setting a new school record while winning the 1600 meter run at the Ada Invitational. His official time in the 1-mile race was 4:12.21. He also won the 3200 meter run and anchored the 4×800 relay team. Wyatt Richardson/file photo
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports High school baseball tournament draws were held on Sunday and matchups were set for sectionals and districts. Here is the schedule for local baseball teams. Wednesday, May 21 Division IV – No. 4 seed Van Wert will host No. 5 seed St. Marys Memorial at 5 p.m. and the winner will advance […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Softball Lincolnview 8 Defiance 2 Lainey Spear hit two home runs and drove in three runs, and No. 3 Lincolnview improved to 20-3 on the season with an 8-2 win over visiting Defiance on Satuday. Emerson Walker had a team-high four hits and Ashlyn Price had Lincolnview’s other two hits, including a […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information The YWCA of Van Wert County has announced its second annual golf outing fundraiser, scheduled for Thursday, June 19, at Willow Bend Country Club. Proceeds from the event will provide vital funding for the YWCA’s Youth Development and Survivor Services Programs. The golf outing will feature an array of opportunities for participants of […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 8:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information On Saturday, May 10, the Van Wert County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) was dispatched to assist the Van Wert Fire Department at a house fire on McKinley St. in Van Wert. CERT is working to raise support for the family. After meeting with the family it is determined that clothing and monetary donations are needed. Please […]
POSTED: 05/11/25 at 6:53 pm. FILED UNDER: News