VW independent staff The First Presbyterian Church of Van Wert’s Vacation Bible School returns next month and the theme is “Building on the Rock – Building our Foundation with Jesus!” VBS will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. July 8-11 at the church, 110 W. Crawford St. Signups are available online at www.myvbs.org/firstpresbyofvanwert.com.
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor While there won’t be an Independence Day parade in Van Wert this year, there is some good news – there will be a July 4 parade in the city in 2026. As reported on Monday, the Independence Day parade was most recently organized, set up and run by American Legion Post 178, […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor CONVOY — While a final decision has yet to be made, the Crestview Local Schools Board of Education has taken another step toward improving some of the district’s athletic facilities. During Monday night’s monthly meeting, the board unanimously agreed to transfer $8.7 million from the district’s general fund to the capital projects […]
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2026 Republican Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy paid a visit to Van Wert on Monday. During the fundraising event, he spoke to a group of local business people who gathered at R Place Stone Grill. The former presidential candidate is seeking to replace current Governor Mike DeWine, who cannot run again due to term limits. […]
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VW independent staff All Van Wert County offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday, which is considered a federal holiday. Van Wert city offices, including the Municipal Building and Van Wert Municipal Court will be closed that day as well. State and federal government offices will be closed […]
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United Way of Van Wert County recently granted Operation Back to School a check for $2,500. The money was given on behalf of the Community Impact Funds, which allows organizations that are tax exempt to apply for help with a one-time need or project in Van Wert County. The funds received are to aid in […]
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Submitted information The City of Van Wert, in partnership with ODOT, is proposing a roadway reconstruction project along Leeson Avenue in the City of Van Wert. The roadway reconstruction will start at John Brown Road and end nearly 90 feet west of Rose Drive. A section of sidewalk on the south side of Leeson Avenue […]
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SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts centers around a decision by the OHSAA, a poll of coaches, listening to input, the mighty MAC and state baseball fun facts. Change I have to admit – I’m a little surprised that the OHSAA made the switch by reducing the number of playoff football qualifiers […]
POSTED: 06/16/25 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
By Quincy Thompson This fall, the Niswonger Performing Arts Center will resonate with a powerful blend of classical brilliance and youthful energy as The 5 Browns take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Friday, September 26. Known as “the Fab Five of Classical Music,” this sibling quintet has redefined what it means to be piano prodigies […]
POSTED: 06/16/25 at 1:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Sunday, June 15, 2025 1:49 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Washington Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of suspicious activity. 3:08 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of West Maple Avenue in the City of Van Wert for a complaint of a noise disturbance. 3:17 a.m. […]
POSTED: 06/16/25 at 12:27 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement