VW independent sports/submitted information CELINA — The Van Wert track and field teams battled both tough competition and challenging weather conditions Tuesday night, as a storm-shortened tri-meet brought an early end to action against Celina and Crestview. Despite the limited schedule, Van Wert athletes made the most of their opportunities, turning in several standout performances […]
POSTED: 04/15/26 at 8:30 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
To the Editor, The discussion regarding the proposed data center at the Marsh Road Mega Site represents a pivotal moment for our county. I am writing to state that I am firmly pro-progress, however, I am uncompromising when it comes to mitigated risk. Recent reports from the Van Wert Area Economic Development Corporation (VWAEDC) show […]
POSTED: 04/15/26 at 4:11 pm. FILED UNDER: Letters to the Editor
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor Two men with legislative experience at the state level are running for the opportunity to represent Ohio Senate District 1, as current State Representative Jim Hoops and former State Representative Craig Riedel vie for the seat currently held by Rob McColley, who is unable to seek re-election due to term limits. McColley […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:44 pm. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert Fire Department’s newest full-time firefighter/EMT was officially sworn in on Tuesday. Reide G. Jackson recently completed his one-year probationary period. Jackson’s path to a full-time career in the fire service began through the Community Education Opportunities (CEO) program at Lincolnview High School, where he was first introduced to the fire service. His […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:42 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor PAULDING — A fatal stabbing in the Grover Hill area nearly a year ago has led to a lengthy prison term for a Paulding County man. Corbin Delgado, 21, of Grover Hill, appeared for sentencing in Paulding County Common Pleas Court Tuesday morning. Judge Tiffany Beckman handed down the mandatory sentence for […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:41 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital is teaming up with United Way of Van Wert County and the West Ohio Food Bank to host a community food drive on Tuesday, April 28. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Trinity Friends Church, 605 N. Franklin St., Van Wert. The drive […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information WREN — Get ready to grab your biggest hat and boldest bowtie as the first-ever “Wrentucky Derby” takes off at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at the Wren Eagles Nest. The 21 and over community event will feature an afternoon of themed fun, food, and friendly competition. All food, activities, and participation throughout the event […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — A Lima man has been indicted by an Allen County grand jury on a bribery charge stemming from his recent illegal-dumping case, according to Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today. Brady Schroeder, who was convicted in December of a misdemeanor count of illegal disposal of construction and demolition debris, now […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:37 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Lincolnview fifth grade student Tye Barns has been selected to have his artwork displayed in Columbus at the 2026 Ohio Statehouse and Riffe Center Gallery Exhibit. Tye and his family attended the reception at the Riffe Center Gallery this past Saturday, where he was recognized for his achievement and had the exciting opportunity to see […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:36 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent sports Tennis Van Wert 5 Bath 0 LIMA — The Cougars earned their first win of the season with Tuesday’s 5-0 sweep of Bath. Van Wert dominated each of the matches, with Zach Stoller posting a 6-0, 6-1 win at first singles. Cole Story won 2-6, 6-1, 6-0 at second singles and Beau […]
POSTED: 04/14/26 at 8:35 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports