SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor The 170th annual Van Wert County Fair is here. If you’re planning on attending, here is a handy list of highlights, planned events and other information. Days and hours The Van Wert County Fair begins on Tuesday and will run through Labor Day. The gates at the Van Wert County Faigrounds will […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:55 pm. FILED UNDER: News
No one was injured when a car and a Van County Sheriff’s cruiser collided at the intersection of Franklin and Sycamore streets in Van Wert at approximately 5:45 p.m. Monday. The white car was northbound on Franklin St., failed to stop and hit the cruiser. On the scene was the Van Wert Police Department, Van […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:55 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information Average gasoline prices in Ohio have fallen 17.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.84 per gallon on Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 5,345 stations in Ohio. Prices in Ohio are 25.1 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 66.7 cents per gallon higher than […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:54 pm. FILED UNDER: News
VW independent staff/submitted information COLUMBUS — The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles has announced that Ohio Mobile ID is now available in Google Wallet. Ohio residents with an Android device can add their Ohio driver license or state ID to Google Wallet, offering a convenient digital companion to the physical card. Individuals who choose to […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:51 pm. FILED UNDER: News
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports Last year, a difficult decision was made at Van Wert High School – due ongoing struggles on the field, it was decided to step back from varsity girls soccer for a few seasons. The team had gone 0-16 (0-9 WBL) in 2024 and hadn’t won a match since the 2021 season, when […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
SCOTT TRUXELL/independent sports This week’s installment of Random Thoughts includes well deserved congratulations, a big catch, an off-week for one conference, figures from the NWC, GMC and WBL, and tough schedules. A big win Leading off – a big congratulations to Van Wert High School’s girls soccer program. Playing at the junior varsity level while […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:50 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW independent sports Note: check back for updates Tennis Ayersville 3 Van Wert 2 Van Wert picked up two wins at singles but fell to Ayersville 3-2 on Monday. Madilynn Thompson enjoyed a 6-0, 6-0 second singles victory over May Epple, while Alli Spieles defeated Chloe Rankin 6-3, 6-3 at third singles. Ayersville’s first singles […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:49 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Crestview Lady Knights were able to celebrate after winning their first match this season, 25-22, 25-22, 25-18 over Minster on Monday. Wyatt Richardson photo
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 8:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Sports
By Quincy Thompson The Niswonger Performing Arts Center will come alive with the sights and sounds of the season when the Wizards of Winter take the stage on Saturday, December 12. Presented by Danfoss and supported by Mercy Health and Superior Credit Union, this high-energy holiday production promises an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling and […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 1:49 pm. FILED UNDER: Arts & Entertainment
Sunday, August 30, 2026 2:25 a.m. – Deputies, along with Middle Point Fire, responded to a report of a truck fire on Ohio 697 in Ridge Township. 9:58 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having difficulty breathing. 10:15 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS […]
POSTED: 08/31/26 at 9:37 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement