Two big art shows featuring Wayne Trace students opened this past weekend. Lore, a multigenerational exhibit at the Wassenberg Art Center in Van Wert, includes the work of eight Raiders with Best in Show honors going to senior Aiden Lee and Honorable Mentions being received by senior Brooklin Creighton and freshman Lilly Holbrook. This show, which…
On Monday, February 3, 2025, Vantage Career Center opened its doors to over 850 sophomores from 13 associate school districts for its annual Sophomore Day, an immersive experience designed to introduce students to hands-on technical career education. This event provided students with a firsthand look at Vantage student life, career opportunities, and the potential pathways…
We are excited to announce the addition of Zackery Compton and Xhevat “Jack” Murati to Straley Realty & Auctioneers, Inc! Their experience and dedication to exceptional service will further strengthen our commitment to serving our clients. Zac Compton is a Northwest Ohio resident who has been a realtor since 2018. He is licensed in Ohio…
Habitat for Humanity of Paulding-Van Wert is holding an open enrollment period for any county residents who are interested in applying for a Habitat built home. The enrollment period will be open from January 6th, 2025 until February 20th, 2025. Habitat plans on building a Habitat Home in Van Wert. Habitat is not free housing.…
If you are seeking an extraordinary restaurant experience that is delicious and meaningful, Cup & Saucer at Vantage Career Center awaits you. Managed by Vantage’s talented junior and senior Culinary Arts students under the skilled leadership of Chef Instructor, Chad Conklin, this restaurant offers more than just a meal – it offers a showcase of…
Reservations opened Monday, April 1st for members and Wednesday, April 3rd to the public for Off Stage Productions’ next dinner theatre show “Gladys in Wonderland”, a two-act comedy written by Rosemary Frisino Toohey. Show dates are April 19, 20, 21 and 26, 27 & 28, 2024. Saturday and Sunday performances will be dinner theatre shows.…
The Van Wert Peony Festival is excited to be holding the Queen Jubilee Pageant on Friday, April 5th at LifeHouse Church in Van Wert. Eight area high schools have selected students to represent their senior class in for the 49th annual event. Over $5,000 in scholarship funds will be awarded to the Queen and her…
Tanga (Tonya) graduated from North Side High school in Fort Wayne, IN and Indiana University. Her only daughter, Danesha, has currently earned several financial scholarships and is following in her mom’s footsteps and attending Indiana University. Danesha spent the past 5 years as a Junior American Legion Rider in Van Wert, OH. Tanga moved to…
Van Wert, OH Off Stage Productions Inc. is proud to announce the cast and crew for our Fall 2023 Dinner Theatre production of “Four Old Broads”, a comedy by Leslie Kimball. Director Matt Krol is pleased to welcome six veteran Off Stage actors who will be familiar to audiences of recent shows, one actor returning…
The Creative Economy in Northwest Ohio took center stage for shared conversation on Wednesday, August 23rd at The Niswonger in Van Wert. The Van Wert Area Performing Arts Foundation presenting Van Wert Live events welcomed State Representative Roy Klopfenstein and Angela Meleca of Creative Ohio to share insights on the impact of the live performing arts…
State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) visited the Vantage Career Center in Van Wert. The representative met with Center leadership, business leaders, instructors, and coordinators to learn more about the benefits of TechCred courses and how they help the local community. “With the demands of our workforce rapidly changing, it is important that we continue to…
By: Mark Holtsberry Ora Crone was a Grover Hill fella who was born September 18, 1888 in Scott, Van Wert, Ohio. The son of George Washington, born December 8, 1861 in Mercer County, Ohio and Julia Elizabeth (Ross) Crone born November 15, 1867 in Van Wert, Ohio. They were married August 7, 1884 in Van…
The Council on Aging recently recognized Nancy Sink for her service over the last several years as the President of the Council on Aging Board. The Council on Aging is a 501c3 Charitable organization and United Way agency that has been serving Van Wert County senior citizens since 1975. For more information about the COA visit our…
