SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports The latest installment of Random Thoughts includes the start of the new fall sports season, questions WBL football teams face, the grass isn’t always greener, LeBron James and perhaps the best time of the year. It’s starting The 2026 OHSAA fall sports season begins on Wednesday. Yes, that’s correct, the fall sports […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 9:34 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
Marlin “Gene” Miller, 83, of Van Wert, went home to the Lord on Friday, July 24, 2026 after a brief hospitalization. He was surrounded by loving family and with his wife of 62 years at his side. Gene was born on November 16, 1942, east of Van Wert in Ridge Township. He was the only […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 2:47 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Leon L. Byer, 90, of Willshire passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Envive Health Care of Berne, Indiana. He was born on February 27, 1936, in Adams County, Indiana the son of Elvin K. Byer and Ruth Delight (Aspy) Byer, who both preceded him in death. On July 12, 1963, he […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 11:44 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
VW independent staff It appears as though a data center zoning initiative will not be on the ballot in Van Wert this fall. The initiative would have given residents the opportunity to repeal an ordinance passed by Van Wert City Council in May that permits data centers in industrial zoned areas of the city. Petitions […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 11:31 am. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information On June 24, a cheerful group of Central Insurance retirees and their guests met for their monthly midday get‑together at Pizza Hut in Van Wert. The buffet was a popular stop, and the rest of the late morning was spent catching up, reminiscing, and enjoying an easygoing meal in good company. Attendees included […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 10:36 am. FILED UNDER: Lifestyles
Sunday, July 26, 2026 12:16 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of State Street in the Village of Willshire for a report of suspicious activity. 2:23 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 81 in Jennings Township for a report of an occupied disabled vehicle. 10:22 a.m. – Deputies responded to an […]
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Saturday, July 25, 2026 1:57 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Shenk Road in Washington Township for a noise disturbance. 2:56 a.m. – Dispatched Delphos EMS to a residence on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township for a subject who had fallen. 5:28 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Mendon Road […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 9:41 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday, July 24, 2026 2:28 a.m. – Deputies, along with Van Wert EMS, responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of a deceased person. 6:55 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for an automated message of a medical emergency. No incident was […]
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Delphos Police On 7-20-2026 – officers were sent to the area of N. Scott and E. 3rd St. for a small child riding a big wheel in the roadway. On 7-20-2026 – officers were dispatched to the 100 block of E. 12th St. for a possible domestic disturbance. On 7-21-2026 – officers spoke with a female who […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 9:28 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
By Quincy Thompson The fall season at the Niswonger continues to grow with the addition of two exciting performances. From the timeless music of Fleetwood Mac to the honest, powerful storytelling of country star Ashley McBryde, these newly announced shows bring even more variety to an already outstanding lineup. On Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 […]
POSTED: 07/27/26 at 9:23 am. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment