7+ hour, 49+ min ago  (900+ words) Thursday, Apr. 9, 2026 By Nick Evans/Ohio Capital Journal COLUMBUS " Three Ohio Republican lawmakers are introducing legislation to place "guardrails" on the state's sports betting system, including stopping online/phone gambling, limits on wagers, banning the use of credit for betting,…...

17+ hour, 56+ min ago  (584+ words) Wednesday, Apr. 8, 2026 A Van Wert man accused of causing the death of another man in late 2024 has changed his plea. During a hearing held Wednesday morning in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court, Joshua Sargent, 44, changed his plea to guilty…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (476+ words) Wednesday, Apr. 8, 2026 Van Wert LIVE has announced the eagerly awaited lineup for this year's "Feel Good Friday" Summer Concert Series. Thanks to the generosity of the Van Wert County Foundation, music enthusiasts can'indulge in'free concerts set to captivate audiences throughout…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (148+ words) Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026 COLUMBUS " Van Wert County and Mercer County are two of 11 Ohio counties that Governor Mike De Wine has authorized the use of the State Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) to support areas that were significantly impacted by severe winter…...

2+ day, 11+ min ago  (368+ words) Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026 You may not think much about it when you arrive, finding your row, your number, and settling in before the lights dim, but I do. I am one of the seats inside the Niswonger Performing Arts Center, and…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago  (321+ words) Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026 Van Wert 9 Parkway 6 ROCKFORD " A sixth run fifth inning by Van Wert was the difference as the Cougars improved to 3-0 with a 9-6 win over Parkway on Monday. Werts led the Cougars with three hits while Mc Cracken and…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago  (8+ words) Event for first responder mental health'The VW independent...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago  (330+ words) Monday, Apr. 6, 2026 The ballot is rather light. Van Wert County Juvenile/Probate Court Judge Eva Yarger, who was appointed earlier this year by Governor Mike De Wine, is seeking to retain the seat. She's running against County Commissioner Todd Wolfrum…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago  (49+ words) The VW independent Monday, Apr. 6, 2026 Several headstones were struck when a driver lost control of his car and went off of Ohio 116 in Venedocia Friday night. The driver was not injured but the damage at the cemetery was evident. Scott…...

3+ day, 17+ hour ago  (554+ words) The VW independent Monday, Apr. 6, 2026 The Brumback Library's global impact during WWI, WWII Editor's note: this year the Brumback Library is celebrating 125 years of service to the community. Each month, library officials will tell the story of The Brumback Library,…...