Submitted information Van Wert City Schools honored its educators, staff, students, and retirees Wednesday evening during the 31st annual Van Wert City Endowment Fund for Educators Banquet, held at Willow Bend Country Club. The evening served as a celebration of Van Wert City Schools and recognizes the lasting impact teachers and staff members have on […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:40 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A Van Wert man facing five felony sex abuse charges was arraigned in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court this week. William Ladd, Jr., 51, of Van Wert, entered a not guilty plea to two counts of sexual battery, second degree felonies; two counts of sexual battery, fourth degree felonies, and one […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:39 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information The recipients of the 2026 Farm Focus Inc. scholarships are Claire Keysor, Maddie Gerdeman, Delana Rank and Elyssa Renner awarded $1,500 each, and Amanda Burenga and Lilian Mount awarded $500 each. Keysor is a 2024 home school graduate attending Cedarville University and is majoring in biology pre-vet medicine. She plans to be a […]
By Morgan Trau/Ohio Capital Journal A panel of Ohio judges questioned the state’s attorneys this week about why taxpayers are footing the bill for private school tuition. Leaders of public schools headed to Columbus for an early morning hearing before the 10th District Court of Appeals. More than 300 public school districts are suing over […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:37 pm. FILED UNDER: News
By Alecta Baxter/Crestview FFA reporter CONVOY — Crestview FFA members recently traveled to the Ohio FFA State Convention, where they celebrated achievements, leadership, and service while representing their chapter with pride. Members kicked off the trip with a fun evening attending the baseball game between the Columbus Clippers and the Toledo Mud Hens, giving members […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:36 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Central Insurance held its 151st annual member meeting in Van Wert, Ohio, on Wednesday. The event marked a major milestone as the company celebrated 150 years of its steadfast commitment to its mutual promise: protecting policyholders while ensuring the organization’s long-term strength. “As Central marks 150 years, we stand on a legacy shaped by integrity, relationships, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, said Chairman, […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:17 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
Submitted information INDIANAPOLIS (IN) — Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance has announced that Brett Buhl has been promoted to deputy general counsel. Buhl assumed the role that was previously held by Jessica Philleo, who recently retired after 18 years of service with the company. Buhl began his new role last month. Buhl joined Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance in 2016 as associate general counsel and most recently held the position […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:16 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
VW independent sports Baseball Crestview 11 Shawnee 1 (six innings) LIMA — Crestview jumped out to a 5-0 lead and never looked back on the way to an 11-1 road win over Crestview on Thursday. Owen Heckler held the Indians to just two hits over five innings with five strikeouts. Cash Hammons pitched the remaining […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 8:14 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 5:47 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Gleason Avenue in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police Department. 8:01 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of South Walnut Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog. 11:24 a.m. […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 1:03 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 1:54 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Towne Center Boulevard in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist. 4:09 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Mendon Road in Ridge Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer. 6:11 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS […]
POSTED: 05/14/26 at 12:55 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement