SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor There was no Independence Day parade in Van Wert last year. Navy Ship Club 726 Commander Ken Myers wasn’t about to let that happen this July 4, the day America celebrates its Semiquincentennial – the country’s 250th birthday. Immediately after last year’s July 4 holiday, Myers and Navy Ship Club 726 began […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:32 pm. FILED UNDER: Top Story
VW independent staff It’s a question that will be asked many times today and Saturday – when does the parade start in Van Wert? The answer is 11 a.m. Saturday. The Independence Day parade will begin at the YWCA on E. Main St. and will travel west to the YMCA on W. Main St. Various […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:31 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor A brand new local baton club will make its official debut during Saturday’s Navy Club Ship 726 Independence Day parade in downtown Van Wert. The Van Wert Twirl Catz club was formed in the spring. It began with just a few people and has since grown into a small, fun, welcoming group […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:30 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff It’s become a local July 4 tradition – the Van Wert County Historical Society’s Holiday at Home celebration. This year’s free event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Historical Society, 602. N. Washington St. It will feature music, vendors and fun family activities. The music will be […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:29 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Anyone planning to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks is reminded to always follow state laws. Since 2022, the Ohio Fire Code has permitted the use of 1.4G consumer-grade fireworks (indicated on the packaging) on certain dates, including July 3-5 from 4 to 11 p.m., unless prohibited by local ordinances. In Van […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Preliminary work is expected to begin on Monday, July 6, for the U.S. 224/Lincoln Highway roundabout project, along with preliminary work for a nearby bridgework and a restricted crossing U-turn (RCUT). The preliminary work is expected to have no impact on traffic. The actual schedule of work and closure dates will be announced […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:27 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Ready to chase your dreams across the globe? The beat goes on at Van Wert Civic Theatre as open auditions are called for the spectacular musical comedy Catch Me If You Can. Featuring a book written by Terrence McNally and a swinging 60s score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, this show is […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:26 pm. FILED UNDER: News
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 7:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Kay-toons
Traffic at the intersection of N. Washington St. and Sycamore St. was slowed this morning after a fuel tank fell off a semi-truck. Van Wert Police, fire, and city crews were dispatched shortly after 7:30 a.m., after the tank fell off of a semi in the middle of the intersection. City workers responded with a […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 3:49 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of East Tully Street in the Village of Convoy for a report of suspicious activity. 10:43 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Jennings Delphos Road in Washington Township for a complaint of theft. 10:52 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 8:24 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement