The musical version of Bonnie & Clyde was a big hit at the Van Wert Civic Theatre this past week. The Tony-nominated musical tells the story of Texas-born bandits Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, from their days as youngsters — Bonnie a waitress who longs for stardom and farm boy Clyde a juvenile delinquent who […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:52 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports The latest installment of Random Thoughts centers around OHSAA football playoff, the Stat of the Day, Games of the Week, Crestview’s Jim Wharton, Sunday’s Browns-Packers game, and leaving early. Playoffs If the playoffs were to begin this Friday, three WBL teams would be in – Wapakoneta in Division III, Region 10, and […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:51 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Crestview’s Kaci Gregory (above) returns the ball during Monday’s non-conference volleyball match at Van Wert. Below, Van Wert’s Amaya Dowdy (5) and Leah Krites (13) urge on their teammates. Crestview won the match in straight sets, 25-11, 25-15, 25-15. Both teams will return to action tonight, with Crestview hosting Spencerville and Van Wert traveling to […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Ellie Ward scored three goals and one assist to lead Crestview by Allen East 5-3 in NWC soccer action Monday. Cylee Grubb had two goals and Evie Williman tied the school record with three assists in the home field victory. The win was supported with hard defense/midfield play by Madi Springer and Dakota Thornell. The […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information Area residents and businesses are invited to a Customer Appreciation Day celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, September 26, at the Van Wert office, 1199 Westwood Dr. Free lunch, including pulled pork, brats, chips, and ice cream will be provided. Attendees may also enter to win a variety of door prizes. […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 12:45 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
Sunday, September 21, 2025 12:31 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of the Van Wert Reservoir for a report of gunshots being heard in the area. 3:44 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Pleasant Township to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol. 9:45 a.m. – Deputies, along with Convoy […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 9:11 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson Just released Friday: Challenge the Sea concept album from all-vocal country group Home Free. Featuring their legendary harmony blend – plus a swashbuckling sway and the hypnotic rhythms of sea-shanty folk – Country’s only all-vocal group Home Free have officially released their new album, Challenge the Sea. They set sail to the Niswonger for their […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 9:03 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Saturday, September 20, 2025 12:25 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Feasby Wisener Road in Hoaglin Township to check the welfare of a resident in distress. 12:26 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Old Tile Factory Road in Pleasant Township for a report of a suspicious vehicle. 3:56 a.m. – Deputies […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:49 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
The following real estate transfer information has been provided by the Van Wert County Recorder’s Office. The transfers listed below took place from September 15-19, 2025. Constance Stephens, Connie Stephens, Gerald Stephens to Gerald Stephens, Constance Stephens – Delphos JMC Marbles subdivision, lot 1. Donald Lee Hudson, Nicole E. Hudson, Nicole Hudson, Donald Hudson to […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:45 am. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
Friday, September 19, 2025 4:28 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township to assist the Van Wert Police Department. 5:21 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Vision Drive in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 7:17 a.m. – Dispatched […]
POSTED: 09/22/25 at 8:09 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement