Tuesday, June 30, 2026 12:17 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to assist a resident. 3:38 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Fisher Avenue in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle. 3:46 a.m. – Deputies responded to a […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 7:42 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW independent staff Exactly how hot has it been in Van Wert County so far this week? Pretty darn hot. According to Van Wert County EMA Director Matt Saunier, Monday was bearable, with an official high of 84 degrees. Tuesday’s high was 93 and Wednesday’s official high made it to 95 degrees. Saunier also said […]
POSTED: 07/02/26 at 7:27 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information With sweltering summer weather here, the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission are once again offering assistance to help families stay cool during the hot summer months. Now through September 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:29 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff Five criminal hearings took place in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court between Thursday, June 25 and Wednesday, July 1. Judge Martin D. Burchfield presided over each of the hearings. Plea change Justin Wright, 29, of Delphos, changed his plea to guilty to failure to comply with the order or signal of […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Chris and Amy Covey cut the ribbon on their new business, Walnut and Main Event Space, during a ceremony and open house held on Tuesday. The venue, aptly named for its location – Main St. and Walnut St. in Van Wert is available to host large events. The Coveys own The Warehouse on N. Washington […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:27 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff The City of Van Wert’s second scheduled brush pickup of 2026 will begin on Monday, July 13. Brush must be placed by the curb by 7 a.m. that day. The city’s final scheduled brush pickup of the year will begin the week of September 14.
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:22 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information KENTON — More than 500 swimmers and their families will descend on Kenton on Friday and Saturday, July 10-11, for the 44th Western Ohio Aquatics League (WOAL) Championship. The WOAL meet is for swimmers aged 5-18 who are members of a league team. The Kenton Municipal Swimming Pool is the host site for the 2026 […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Recent Lincolnview High School graduates Chayse Overholt (10) and Chayse Overholt (2) were selected to play in the All-Ohio Series at V.A. Memorial Stadium in Chillicothe on Wednesday. The two represented Division 6. Photo submitted
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 8:18 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Submitted information GreenWay Bank has announced the addition of Evan Vining as branch manager of their Van Wert branch. In his role, Evan will lead branch operations, support team development, and help strengthen the bank’s commitment to serving the local community, families, and businesses. As a community bank, GreenWay Bank believes strong relationships are the […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 3:00 pm. FILED UNDER: Business
Submitted information Shultz Huber & Associates, a certified public accounting firm with locations throughout northwest Ohio, recently expanded. On July 1, SH&A acquired Stroh, Johnson & Company, LLP, with offices in Lima, Minster and Wapakoneta. Stroh, Johnson & Company was founded in 1979 and specializes in accounting, auditing and tax services. The company’s team members […]
POSTED: 07/01/26 at 2:59 pm. FILED UNDER: Business