19+ hour, 25+ min ago  (347+ words) Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026 Dedicated volunteers at the Van Wert Civic Theatre are invited to a special Volunteer Appreciation Night on Friday, April 10. This one-of-a-kind event is a heartfelt thank you to the men and women who give their time, talent, and…...

19+ hour, 26+ min ago  (210+ words) Thursday, Apr. 2, 2026 PAULDING " Tickets are now on sale for Paulding County History Museum's annual Spring Tea. The tea will be from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Table hostesses will'uniquely decorate each table, most with heirloom or collectible tableware. Bring your friends and enjoy…...

2+ day, 17+ hour ago  (9+ words) Crestview cheer awards'The VW independent Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2026...

3+ day, 19+ hour ago  (9+ words) Gas prices continue to rise in Ohio'The VW independent...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (707+ words) Monday, Mar. 30, 2026 By Megan Henry/Ohio Capital Journal COLUMBUS " The Ohio House has passed a bill that would ban'drag shows in public. Such bans in other states have been repeatedly shot down by courts as unconstitutional government censorship of freedom…...

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (10+ words) Hardin County tornado'The VW independent Sunday, Mar. 29, 2026...

1+ week, 4+ hour ago  (9+ words) Gustnado damage'The VW independent Friday, Mar. 27, 2026...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (747+ words) Saturday, Mar. 21, 2026 FAIRBORN " Marion Local's size and length proved to be too much for Lincolnview to overcome, as the No. 1 ranked Flyers pulled away from the Lancers for a 46-30 win in the Division VI state semifinals at Wright State University's…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (223+ words) Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026 There were plenty of smiles at Tyler's Short Stop on E. Main St. in Van Wert this morning. That's because a winning Mega Millions ticket was sold at the store. Not just any winning ticket, but a big winning…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (230+ words) Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026 Often described as the soundtrack of a generation, yacht rock has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years. Known for its polished production, tight harmonies, and laid-back grooves, the genre continues to connect with audiences who remember…...