Van Wert Police Sunday, March 22 – a drug offense report was taken in the 600 block of S. Shannon St. Sunday, March 22 – a parking citation was issued in the 600 block of N. Jefferson St. Sunday, March 22 – arrested Logan E.R. Linton in the 400 block of E. Main St. on […]
POSTED: 03/30/26 at 6:46 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
“No Kings” protesters gathered at Fountain Park, then made their way to the Washington St. bridge to protest on Saturday afternoon. Approximately 150 people gathered for the protest and similar protests against took place in other cities around Ohio and throughout the country. Protesters said they oppose the policies of President Donald Trump. Bob Barnes/Van […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:47 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff DELPHOS — Governor Mike DeWine’s staff has announced he’ll pay a visit to Delphos on Monday and will join Jefferson Middle School students, educators, and community leaders for a celebatory event and to discuss plans for a new school building in Delphos. During the 1:30 p.m. visit, Gov. DeWine will also highlight […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:46 pm. FILED UNDER: News
While no tornadoes touched down in Van Wert County or surrounding counties during last Thursday night’s storms, Hardin County wasn’t as fortunate. An EF-1 tornado with winds up to 90 miles per hour touched down at the Hardin County Fairgrounds in Kenton. It was on the ground for just a minute but did substantial damage […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:45 pm. FILED UNDER: News
By Megan Henry/Ohio Capital Journal COLUMBUS — The Ohio House has passed a bill that would ban drag shows in public. The House voted 63-30 to pass Ohio House Bill 249 during last Wednesday’s session. Ohio State Rep. Jamie Callender, R-Concord, joined Ohio Democratic House members in voting no. Such bans in other states have been repeatedly shot down by courts as […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:45 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff RICHLAND TOWNSHIP — A weekend crash involving a semi-truck and car at the border of Allen and Hancock counties proved to be fatal. It occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m. Saturday on U.S. 30 at the county line. According to a report from the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Lawrence […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:42 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information MIDDLE POINT — Tickets are being sold for the Middle Point Lions Club’s annual barbecue chicken dinner, which will be held on Sunday, April 26. The dinner is carryout only and tickets should be purchased in advance to guarantee a dinner. Tickets are $12 per dinner and dinners can be picked up from […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:41 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Softball Van Wert 6 Delphos Jefferson 4 Van Wert trailed 4-0 entering the bottom of the sixth inning, but the Cougars exploded for six runs in a 6-4 win over Delphos Jefferson on Saturday. It was Van Wert’s first win of the season and the first loss by the Wildcats. Emma Haines […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:40 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports DELPHOS — It was a pitchers duel in Van Wert’s season opening 2-0 win against Delphos Jefferson on Saturday. For Van Wert, Jace Huebner and Easton Putman combined to allow just two hits, while Wildcat pitchers Dean Trentman and Isaac Rostorfer did the same. In five innings of work, Huebner gave up […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronda Sue Dasher, who went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 27, 2026, after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer. Throughout her journey, she displayed immense strength, grace, and an unwavering spirit that inspired everyone who knew her. Born on June […]
POSTED: 03/29/26 at 7:22 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries