The following real estate transfer information has been provided by the Van Wert County Recorder’s Office. The transfers listed below took place between February 9-13, 2026. Caleb J. Smith, Kayla D. Smith to Andy Lindeman, Nichole Lindeman – Delphos inlots, lot 291. McKenzie Berry, McKenzie Gauthier, Aidan Gauthier to Tony Shroyer, Tamara Frantom – Van […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:36 am. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
Robert W. “Bob” Etgen, 96, of Middle Point, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2026, at Vancrest of Van Wert. He was born July 7, 1929, in Fort Jennings, to Sylvester and Catherine (Broecker) Etgen. They both preceded him in death. Bob was united in marriage to Peggy Neer on November 24, 1949. She preceded […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 8:41 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police Sunday, February 8 – a parking violation was reported in the 600 block of N. Market St. Sunday, February 8 – a welfare check was conducted in the 100 block of S. Cherry St. Monday, February 9 – a vehicle was towed from the 100 block of N. Tyler St. Monday, February […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 8:33 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Monday, February 16, 2026 1:18 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to check an abandoned 911 call. 6:31 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ainsworth Road in Willshire Township for a report of two loose horses. 6:44 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 8:33 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson Niswonger Performing Arts Center will welcome one of the most celebrated families in American roots music when The Isaacs take the stage for the very first time on Friday, March 20, presented by Eileen Manken and Supported by JoAnne Wolford. For more than 35 years, The Isaacs have captivated audiences with their […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 7:09 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Local housing needs – both short and long-term – and the downtown Van Wert area were topics of discussion during a weekend radio program that aired on local radio stations 99.7FM WKSD and WERT 1220AM/104.3FM. The discussion took place during this past Sunday’s edition of the Commisioners Corner and the Mayor’s Conference, […]
POSTED: 02/16/26 at 9:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Top Story
Submitted information The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Collette and Orange Grove Travel is offering a trip to southern Italy and Sicily. Tour dates are October 22-November 4 of this year. Journey through a crossroads of civilizations in Sicily and on to the spectacular coastlines of Southern Italy. Allow the unique […]
POSTED: 02/16/26 at 9:18 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce celebrated “Galentine’s Day” with a full house at Willow Bend Country Club last Thursday February 12. The event featured a panel of four local professionals, Tera Knebel, Schrader Realty; Jana Ringwald, retired Central Insurance; Rhonda Cunningham, Van Wert School at the Goedde, and Bailey Carder, The Marsh Foundation. Amber […]
POSTED: 02/16/26 at 9:17 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts centers totally around high school tournament basketball. MaxPreps vs. Martin RPI Martin RPI rankings for girls and boys basketball were used in the Northwest District for the 2022-2023 season. In a way, it was a test run and by most accounts, it worked pretty well. However, […]
POSTED: 02/16/26 at 9:16 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Sylvia Marie Hoghe, 95, of Van Wert, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 10, 2026, at VanCrest of Van Wert. She was born on April 26th, 1930, in Liberty Township, Van Wert County, to Earle C. Hoghe and Sylvia May (Parker) Hoghe, who both preceded her in death. Family survivors include her nieces, Carol Smetzley of […]
POSTED: 02/16/26 at 1:26 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries