SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Construction of a roundabout at U.S. 224 and Lincoln Highway in Van Wert is expected to begin in early June. It’s one of several projects planned this spring and summer by the Ohio Department of Transportation District 1 Office. The estimated start date for roundabout construction at the intersection just west of […]
POSTED: 03/31/26 at 8:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Tuesday night became a bit wild as a powerful storm system blew through the area. The Scott area appeared to be most affected, with numerous power poles down and a gas leak. At one point, a tornado warning was issued for Scott, along with other parts of Paulding and Van Wert counties, […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Fire Department has announced the promotion of Captain Brian Ankney to the position of deputy fire chief, which became effective on Sunday, March 29. Deputy Chief Ankney began his career with the Van Wert Fire Department on February 6, 2001. Through dedication, professionalism, and a strong commitment to […]
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Submitted information The City of Van Wert’s Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at 4 p.m. Monday, April 27, regarding proposed amendments to the City of Van Wert, Ohio Code of Ordinances Sections 150.03 and 150.15, zoning definitions and permitted and conditional uses. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers, 515 E. Main […]
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Van Wert Elks Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently honored their “Officer of the Year” for the 2025-2026 Lodge year. Selected as the “Officer of the Year” was Valerianne Mullins, Lodge Lecturing Knight. In addition to her lecturing knight duties, she served as the children’s Christmas party chairman as well as […]
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VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Fire Department has received its latest evaluation from the Insurance Services Office (ISO) and is pleased to announce it has maintained its ISO Class 3 rating while continuing to make measurable progress toward a Class 2 designation. The department’s score increased from 73.62 to 74.22. Van Wert Fire […]
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Submitted information The Van Wert Area Retired Teachers Association (VWARTA) will be meeting for a spring luncheon program at 12 p.m. Friday, April 10, at Willow Bend Country Club in Van Wert. The luncheon meal cost is $13 and a reservation is needed by 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 8. Reservations may be made by contacting […]
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VW independent staff The Van Wert Municipal Building will close at 11:30 a.m. for Good Friday this Friday, April 3. All Van Wert County offices will close at noon on Friday.
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Editor’s note: this story has been updated with a statement from OHSAA Director of Media Relations Tim Stried. SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports Despite other published media reports, a formal shot clock proposal has not been submitted to the Ohio High School Athletic Association. However, it certainly appears as though it’s in the works. Joe Balogh, a […]
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She was an All-Ohioan while at Crestview and now, Cali Gregory is a first team NAIA All-American. The 5-10 sophomore guard plays for the University of St. Francis, Fort Wayne and this past season, she averaged a team-high 16.7 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, while converting nearly 46 percent of her three point attempts. […]
POSTED: 03/31/26 at 8:27 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports