Friday, July 17, 2026 1:21 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Ringwald Road in Ridge Township for a report of a burglary to a camper. The incident remains under investigation. 6:36 a.m. – Dispatched Delphos EMS to a residence on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township for a subject having difficulty walking. 10:17 […]
POSTED: 07/21/26 at 3:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Delphos Police On 7-13-2026 – officers were dispatched to a business in the 1700 block of E. 5th St. to investigate the theft of two pickup trucks taken during the early morning hours. The incident remains under investigation. On 7-13-2026 – officers were sent to the 200 block of S. Pierce St. after receiving a […]
POSTED: 07/21/26 at 12:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
The investigation continues into an early Sunday afternoon crash on Lincoln Highway along Van Wert’s east side. According to a report released by the Van Wert Police Department late Tuesday morning, the accident occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. Sunday when an westbound car driven by Doris D. Jones, 74, of Lima went off Lincoln Highway […]
POSTED: 07/21/26 at 10:45 am. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Ridi Stores has completed the purchase of three gas stations from Lassus Brothers Oil, including the Van Wert Lassus Handy Dandy location. That gas station, along with Lassus gas stations in Delta and Napoleon, are now part of the Ridi Stores family. The stores will continue serving customers throughout the transition, […]
VW independent staff/submitted information It’s a popular event that draws a large crowd to downtown Van Wert and it’s back this Friday night. Historic Main Street Van Wert’s annual Block Party is set for 4-10 p.m. The free event promises an evening packed with live entertainment, delicious food, family activities, shopping, and community fun for all ages. […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:30 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Submitted information Notice is hereby given that the Van Wert County Auditor Jami Bradford in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 5713.03 and all applicable laws of the State of Ohio, has completed the 2026 triennial update of real property values for all parcels within Van Wert County. These are tentative values. Property owners are encouraged […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:30 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information For the third consecutive year, Women in Real Estate of Van Wert County have joined together to sponsor a room through the YWCA’s Adopt-A-Room program. Recently, several of the realtors met for lunch and invited Julie Burenga, YWCA Capital Campaign Chairperson and board member, to update them on progress of the […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:29 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff The newest member of the Van Wert City Schools Board of Education will be named and sworn in at Wednesday’s monthly meeting. A seat came open at the end of June, when Thaison Leaser announced his resignation, due to a move just outside the school district. Three people applied for the seat […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Average gasoline prices in Ohio have risen 5.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.87 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 5,345 stations in Ohio. Prices in Ohio are 4.3 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 96 cents per gallon higher than […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:28 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2026 Chamber Golf Classic at Willow Bend County Club last Wednesday, July 15. 23 teams enjoyed a great day on the golf course that included some fun games as well as an excellent meal provided by Willow Bend. AM flight results PM […]
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 8:27 pm. FILED UNDER: News