Ohio House passes HB 10, dealing with fake meat and egg products
VAN WERT — 82nd District Ohio House member Roy Klopfenstein co-sponsored House Bill 10, which recently passed the Ohio House.
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Cole Motors Freedom Truck Meet attracts thousands to fairgrounds
VAN WERT — Rain dampened this year’s Cole Motors Freedom Truck Meet, held at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds over the weekend, with many of the activities canceled.
New Heights Educational Group launches podcast
The New Heights Educational Group is excited to announce the launch of a new podcast titled “American Service Men and Women Tell Their Stories of Survival.” Hosted by Pamela Clark, this podcast will feature firsthand accounts from soldiers who served aboard the USS Drexler, with plans to explore additional stories as well.This pre-recorded show will be available on their website Radio.NewHeightsEducation.org starting June 25, 2025. Homeschool families are encouraged to incorporate this resource into their American History studies.
Van Wert man dies in US 224 crash
VAN WERT – The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle, fatal crash that occurred on June 17, 2025 at 1:04 p.m. The crash occurred at the intersection of Van Wert Decatur Road and US 224 in Pleasant Township, Van Wert County.
‘No Kings’ protest held in Van Wert
VAN WERT — In a county that is heavily Republican and pro-Donald Trump, the scene Saturday afternoon at Fountain Park and along South Washington Street in Van Wert was probably a surprise to many.
Van Wert Post OVI Sobriety Checkpoint Tonight
VAN WERT - The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, in partnership with the Van Wert Police Department, will team up tonight, in Van Wert, to remove impaired drivers from roadways in Van Wert County.
Antwerp names new street in development
ANTWERP – Meyer Avenue will be the name of the new street that leads into a development on the south side of Antwerp. The Antwerp zoning board approved the name and sent it forward to the village council. Council approved the Meyer Avenue name at a recent meeting.
Bicyclist injured in accident with car
PAULDING – The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash involving a passenger car and bicyclist in the Village of Paulding, Paulding County. The crash occurred on Emerald Road near Tom-Tim Drive at approximately 6:17 p.m. this evening.
Paulding pool may open June 16
PAULDING – Paulding Village Council heard good news about the pool and learned of a setback in its efforts to clean up junk during its regular meeting on Monday, June 9.