VW independent staff/submitted information The YWCA of Van Wert County has announced plans for its upcoming gala fundraiser to be held on Saturday, September 27, at the Wassenberg Art Center. The evening promises an unforgettable experience of entertainment, celebration, and charity – all in support of the YWCA’s capital campaign to build a new facility. […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 8:52 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Coty Baer of Van Wert won a 2025 Harley Davidson Street at the Wetzelland 2025 biker rally. The winning ticket was pulled from a drum containing thousands of other tickets. The drawing was held Saturday night after the band Pop Evil performed for the large crowd. The Harley Davidson Street came from Route 30 Harley Davidson […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 8:51 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Van Wert City Schools has announced its 2025-2026 free and reduced price meals policy for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Program. Each school office and the central office has a copy of the policy, which any interested party may review. […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information 2025-2026 class schedule pickup times for Van Wert High School students have been set. Monday, August 11: seniors from 8-11 a.m. and 12-3 p.m. in the Student Services Office. Enter through the student entrance. Tuesday, August 12: juniors from 8-11 a.m. and 12-3 p.m. in the Student Services Office. Enter through the student […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Don Hangartner, 90, of Van Wert, passed away at 10:25 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2025, at Vancrest of Van Wert. He was born on October 12, 1934, in Waukegan, Illinois, to Edwin and Ilma (Schultze) Hangartner. He married the former Sally King in 1957. Don was the retired owner and president of HBW Insurance in […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 4:00 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Thelma L. Thompson, 90, passed away peacefully Monday evening, July 28, 2025, at the Van Wert Manor Nursing Home. She was born on April 4, 1935, in York Township, Van Wert County, to Owen Paul Gephart and Ina Mae (Gilbert) Gephart, who both preceded her in death. On October 19, 1969, she married Walter David […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 3:52 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Monday, July 28, 2025 6:32 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of West Main Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog. 6:52 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on North Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 7:40 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson It’s not July without Christmas, or at least that’s what we’re saying at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. While most are soaking up the sun and sipping lemonade, we’re decking the halls early and cueing up the Christmas classics because the most wonderful time of the year deserves a head start. Why […]
POSTED: 07/29/25 at 3:00 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A membership-based poker club may be in the works in Van Wert. Monday night, members of Van Wert City Council heard from Robert Dove, a Columbus-based attorney representing Jack Patel, who is interested in opening such an establishment within the city limits. Patel, who owns several other service-based businesses, was also present […]
POSTED: 07/28/25 at 8:38 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Two current members of Van Wert City Council will not seek re-election this fall. At-Large Councilman Jeff Kallas announced earlier this year that he won’t run for another term and Fourth Ward Councilman Bill Marshall confirmed Monday night that he won’t be on the ballot in November. “It’s time to give someone […]
POSTED: 07/28/25 at 8:37 pm. FILED UNDER: News