VW independent staff/submitted information The Health and Human Services appropriations bill signed by President Donald Trump earlier this month included a $1 million allocation to YWCA of Van Wert County to support construction of its new 30,000 square foot facility. The YWCA received these funds through Congressionally directed spending from U.S. Senator Jon Husted. “We […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:38 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information CONVOY — In compliance with Ohio Revised Code and district policy, the Board of Education of Crestview Local Schools will permit open enrollment of students from any Ohio district through open enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications will be accepted beginning April 1, on a first-come, first-serve basis, according to the time […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:37 pm. FILED UNDER: News
REYNOLDSBURG — The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) issued a statewide quarantine in Ohio for the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) effective February 17. Previously, 18 Ohio counties were under quarantine. Under the quarantine, products such as trees and nursery stock may not be moved out of Ohio without a compliance agreement, permit, or inspection certificate. Producers who […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:36 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information SPENCERVILLE — Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff continued their statewide tour on Tuesday at Spencerville Elementary School to discuss OhioSEE, a new children’s eyesight program. While visiting the school, Governor DeWine met with several students who have benefited from comprehensive vision services offered […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:33 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Civic Theatre has announced audition dates for the upcoming production of Songs for a New World, a contemporary musical that explores the defining moments when people stand at life’s crossroads. Known for its soaring melodies and emotionally rich storytelling, the show is entirely music-driven, offering performers the chance to bring […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:33 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information CONVOY — The Village of Convoy Historical Society will host a lecture and discussion at the Convoy Opera House at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 1. James Lautzenheiser will present Declaring Independence: The Path to Separation (June–August 1776), examining the work of the Second Continental Congress to create our fundamental charter document of American […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 9:32 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports ROSSFORD — Van Wert made the most of an hour and 45 minute trip to Rossford on Tuesday. The No. 9 seed Cougars made the long trek to northern Wood County for a Division IV sectional semifinal game against the No. 8 seed Bulldogs and Van Wert cruised to a 60-23 blowout […]
POSTED: 02/17/26 at 8:21 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
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