ST MARYS — An update on power supply shortages was the main discussion at Midwest Electric’s 88 th annual meeting recently held at St. Marys Memorial High School. More than 1,000 members, families, ...

Van Wert joined many other municipalities nationwide by holding a “No Kings Protest” on Saturday. It began at Fountain Park at 1 p.m. and within minutes had moved to the 200 block of S. Washington St.

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A reminder that Van Wert city crews are starting storm brush pickup today. Safety-Service Director Jay Fleming said due to the extensive damage caused by last week’s storm, it will take more than a ...

VW independent staff After Wednesday night’s storm, crews with AEP Ohio worked through the night and into this morning and afternoon to restore power that was knocked out to homes and businesses.

A parking accident on Kear Rd. Monday morning damaged an apartment unit and a car. The driver’s foot slipped and hit the gas, causing the car to jump the curb and struck the apartment. Van Wert EMTs ...

The Golf Committee of Van Wert Lodge No 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks recently made a $500 donation to the Willow Bend Country Club. The money is earmarked for their Kid’s Golf Clinic.

Sunday, June 15, 2025 1:49 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Washington Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of suspicious activity. 3:08 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of ...

SCOTT TRUXELL/independent editor It appears a case that has been in the local court system since late 2023 will finally come to an end on Tuesday. After several delays in his case, Ryan Houser, 39, of ...

While there are more steps to go, a data center in Van Wert moved a bit closer to reality Monday night. By a unanimous vote, Van Wert City Council approved an ordinance to accept an annexation ...

The Van Wert Civic Theatre has announced plans for its fall 2025 production of Bonnie & Clyde, a powerful and provocative musical based on the real-life exploits of two of America’s most infamous ...

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