The Golf Committee of Van Wert Lodge No 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently made a $500 donation to the Willow Bend Country Club. The money is earmarked for their Kid’s Golf Clinic. Pictured above are Elks Golf Committee member Randy Schrieber and Willow Bend Director of Golf Chuck Sperry. Photo submitted
POSTED: 06/25/25 at 8:03 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Raymond Matthew “Matt” Martyne, 61, of Convoy, passed away Tuesday evening, June 24, 2025, at Van Wert Manor Nursing Home. He was born December 30, 1963, in Dayton, to Jean Martyne. He married the former Bonnie J. Myers. Matt graduated from Jay County High School in 1982. He then enlisted and proudly served his country […]
POSTED: 06/25/25 at 6:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 3:52 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Ridge Township to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 6:42 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on North Franklin Street in the City of Van Wert for a subject having difficulty breathing. 8:33 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 06/25/25 at 7:29 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff Van Wert has had to endure four consecutive days of temperatures over 90 degrees. According to Van Wert County EMA Director Rick McCoy, Saturday’s official high in Van Wert was 91 degrees. It was 93 on Sunday, 93 on Monday and 94 on Tuesday. High humidity pushed heat index values to 100 […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 8:42 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert County Agricultural Society is announcing open director seats for the upcoming election and reappointment cycle. Community members interested in serving on the Van Wert County Fair Board are encouraged to consider these leadership opportunities. The following director seats are up for election this year 2025: Central Region, County Villages, Ridge […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 8:41 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday period from Saturday, June 28 to Sunday, July 6. This year’s domestic travel forecast is an increase of 1.7 million travelers compared to last year and 7 million more than in […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 8:41 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert County Chapter of PERI (Public Employee Retirees Inc.) will hold its next chapter meeting at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, at the Van Wert County Board of Elections, 1362 E. Ervin Rd., Van Wert. Van Wert County EMA Director Rick McCoy is the scheduled speaker. Retired employees and guests are […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 8:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Love INC of Van Wert County has announced that Anita Carvajal will serve as the new executive director. The mission of Love INC is to mobilize the local churches to transform lives and communities in the name of Christ. This is fulfilled by volunteers connecting those in need with services provided by […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 6:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Church
Chad Eugene Jay, 52, was called home June 23, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous five year battle with cancer. Throughout his battle with cancer, Chad demonstrated extraordinary strength, grace and resilience. His journey inspired many and reminded us all of the value of hope and the […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 6:40 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Donald E. Amweg, 80, of Sebring, Florida, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Sebring. He was born on February 9, 1945, in Van Wert, to Delbert G. Amweg and Betty R. (High) Amweg. Don is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jill A. (Leiter) Amweg; his […]
POSTED: 06/24/25 at 12:28 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries