SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Can a council approved zoning designation be changed for a data center that is coming to Van Wert? Should the matter of the data center coming to Van Wert have been put before voters? Those were two of the questions posed during Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council. The Mega […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 9:32 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor While discussion of the data center took up much of Monday night’s meeting of Van Wert City Council, there was other business and discussion. A reminder was given to residents and businesses to clear sidewalks after snow comes down and Councilman At-Large Hall Block asked Safety-Service Director Jay Fleming about snow emergencies […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 9:31 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class is seeking proposals for community-focused projects to make a real difference in Van Wert. This group of local professionals is dedicated to improving our city and invites community members and organizations to submit project ideas. Projects should address key needs, offer measurable outcomes, and be […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 9:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Vantage Career Center’s Taste of Vantage/Open House event was held Monday night and it was a big success. Black Angus Catering Company, Moose Landing, Saisaki Van Wert, Vantage Culinary Arts, R Place Stone Grill and Millie’s Cafe served up tasty food and parents and potential students had the opportunity to see what Vantage programs of […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 9:27 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports/submitted information Van Wert was able to end wrestling’s regular season on a high note in the Cougars Den when they beat the Shawnee Indians 41-39 on Tuesday night. The Cougars trailed 39-35 and it came down to the last match of the night, 285 pounds. Senior Breese Bollenbacher was able to pin […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 9:26 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent staff Assistant Van Wert County Prosecutor Dillon Staas, IV will be sworn in as acting prosecutor during a brief ceremony scheduled for this Thursday afternoon. He was appointed by the Van Wert County Commissioners and will remain in the role pending an appointment by the Van Wert County Republican Central Committee. Staas is […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 4:51 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Glenda K. Schaadt of Van Wert, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital. She was born May 16, 1954, to Glenn and Dorothy Etzler, who both preceded in in death, and was also preceded in love and guidance by her stepfathers, Sylvester Grote and Ervin Klausing. Glenda leaves behind […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 4:12 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Submitted information CONVOY — The Zoning Board of Appeals for Tully Township gives notice that a public hearing will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, February 23, at the Tully Township Hall 6278 Mentzer Rd, Convoy, to consider a conditional use permit and zoning variance for Trevor Gibson (Gibson Ground Control LLC), property address: 3165 […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 3:47 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
By Quincy Thompson March will be arriving with a bit of Irish flair at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center as The Celtic Angels take the stage on Sunday, March 1. This performance marks the very first time The Celtic Angels have appeared at the Niswonger, and they’re kicking off the month in spirited style, just […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 11:45 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Monday, February 9, 2026 12:14 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Monticello Spencerville Road in Jennings Township for a report of a domestic dispute. 5:18 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Van Wert Decatur Road in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 5:44 […]
POSTED: 02/10/26 at 11:35 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement