Submitted information FINDLAY — The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Findlay District is hosting open houses to members of the community and the media. Those attending will be able to tour the facility, meet local post personnel, talk to recruiters, see the OSHP’s equipment and vehicles, and more. The Findlay District serves the counties of Allen, […]
POSTED: 07/09/25 at 7:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 8:32 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 118 in Liberty Township to contact a resident for the Van Wert Police Department. 9:32 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for a report of a loose pony. 9:50 a.m. – Deputies responded to […]
POSTED: 07/09/25 at 7:32 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Linda Darlene Mendez, 60, of Van Wert, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 6, 2025, at the OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital. She was born December 11, 1964, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, the daughter of John Howden and Darlene (Tatarnik) Howden. She married Santos Mendez and he preceded her in death. Family survivors include her son, Anthony […]
POSTED: 07/09/25 at 7:13 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor If you’re a bargain hunter, the early part of August will be to your liking. Two popular sales that stretch through multiple states and run through Van Wert County will take place at the same time this year, along with Ohio’s annual sales tax holiday. The 21st annual Lincoln Highway “Buy-Way” Yard […]
POSTED: 07/08/25 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 10 people lost their lives in 10 traffic crashes during the July 4 reporting period, which began at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, July 3, and ended at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, July 6. None of the fatal crashes occurred in northwest Ohio. In seven […]
POSTED: 07/08/25 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert County Council on Aging would like to express its deepest gratitude to North Union Church for its generous donation. This contribution is a testament to North Union Church’s steadfast and long-time support of the COA. Heather Riggenbach, administrative assistant at the Van Wert County Council on Aging (left) accepts a donation check […]
POSTED: 07/08/25 at 8:38 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff A reminder that due to the recent storm brush pickup, Van Wert’s brush pickup scheduled for the week of July 14 has been canceled. The next brush pickup is scheduled for the week of September 15.
POSTED: 07/08/25 at 8:38 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Monday, July 7, 2025 4:44 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Grill Road in Pleasant Township to check an open 911 line. 9:29 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on North Cherry Street in the Village of Convoy to deliver a message for the Delaware County Sheriff. 10:36 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy […]
POSTED: 07/08/25 at 8:00 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff/submitted information It’s a trend that all motorists can enjoy. Average gasoline prices in Ohio have fallen 13.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.83 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 5,345 stations in Ohio. Over the last two weeks, pump prices have dropped by an average of […]
POSTED: 07/07/25 at 9:06 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information WILLSHIRE — The Willshire Sportsman’s Club has announced it’s annual Flea Market and Trade Days, which will be held from dawn to dusk July 24-26. The Willshire Sportsman’s Club is located at 3385 Ohio 81, two miles east of Willshire. Bring the entire family—admission and parking are free. There will be […]
POSTED: 07/07/25 at 9:05 pm. FILED UNDER: News