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"Tornado" E&P Photo of the Month for May 2026
Posted Monday, May 4, 2026 9:40 am Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. A radar-indicated tornado warning was issued for part of Van Wert County on March 31, 2026. Here’s a view of the storm taken from Richey Road, looking northeast. Even though there was no confirmed touchdown, the storm downed power lines along a two-mile stretch west of Scott, Ohio. — Sam Shriver, Reporter, Van Wert Times Bulletin, Van Wert, Ohio (a publication of CherryRoad Media)
Council corrects income tax credit mistake, learns about license plate readers
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert City Council, at its Monday night regular meeting, approved decreasing the tax credit… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # Flock cameras# tax credit mistake# Van Wert City Council
New shared commercial kitchen, business incubator opening soon on East Main Street
Co-owners of Artful Kitchen Collective, Juli Hamilton (left) and Dawn Kennedy. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A new shared commercial kitchen and small-business incubator is set to open in the former… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Live Nativity marks 26 years for Jennings Road Church of Christ
Mary, Joseph, Jesus and a furry friend. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — For more than a quarter century, volunteers from Jennings Road Church of Christ have brought… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # Jennings Road Church of Christ# Live Nativity# Van Wert# Van Wert County Fairgrounds
Christmas in the Village
A total of 35 decorated Christmas trees adorned the Convoy Opera House during the Christmas in the Village event. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com CONVOY — Christmas in the Village returns to Convoy with a full slate of holiday traditions, highlighted by… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
More than $366,000 raised through Giving Tuesday
More than $366,000 raised through Giving Tuesday By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert County residents turned out in force for Giving Tuesday, contributing to more than…
Work progresses on Medical Academy
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Vantage Career Center Board of Education handled a full slate of fiscal, personnel, and… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # Medical Academy# Van Wert# Vantage Career Center
Van Wert Area Retired Teachers Association
(Submitted) The Van Wert Area Retired Teachers Association (VWARTA) will meet for a holiday luncheon program on Friday, December 12th at noon in Willow Bend… Previous Post WILLIAM J. RILEY
Firefighters donate more than $22K to support first responders’ mental health
Van Wert Firefighters donate fund to the Tri-County ADAMHS Board to help with first-responder mental health issues. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 681 donated more than $22,000 on Wednesday to… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Donation honors longtime supporters of Van Wert County Historical Society
Kevin Merkle (center) presents a $5,000 check to Mark Hurless (right) while Brent Stevens (left), looks on. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Harold and Janet Merkle were devoted supporters of the Van Wert County Historical Society, best… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Check presentation# #Kevin Merkle# #Van Wert Historical Society
Public Defenders request 3% budget increase for 2026
The Van Wert County Public Defender’s Office is requesting a 3% increase in funding for 2026. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT— The Van Wert County Public Defender’s Commission is asking county commissioners for a 3% increase in… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close
Van Wert digs out of Winter Storm
Here are some sights around Van Wert after a winter storm dropped between four and five inches of snow on the city.
Bowers’ property to be auctioned
Property owned by Council At-Large member Judy Bowers will be auctioned off at noon on December 6. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The clock is ticking for Judy Bowers to reach some sort of agreement regarding a… Previous Post Winter Storm Warning dropped by NWS
Winter Storm Warning continues until 11 a.m.
City snowplow drivers are out removing several inches of snow from Van Wert streets. A Winter Storm Warning continues for the area until 11 a.m.…
Small Business Saturday provides visibility for pop-up stores
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Despite the threat of a winter storm, shoppers took to local shops to support Small… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Holiday Market on Main# #Small Business Saturday# #Van Wert
Ohio House advances bill to clarify marijuana, hemp regulations
Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R, Haviland) represents the 82nd District in Ohio, encompassing Paulding, Putnam and Van Wert Counties, as well as a portion of southern Defiance County. By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com COLUMBUS — State Rep. Roy Klopfenstein said the Ohio House has approved legislation designed to clarify marijuana and… Previous Post Cougars hold off Knights for season-opening win Next Post Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations ranging from…
Fountain Park lights shine bright, finally
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Fountain Park’s annual lighting ceremony for the holiday lights had to be canceled on Wednesday… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Holiday Lights at Fountain Park# #Main Street Van Wert# #Van Wert lights
Community Thanksgiving Dinner marks 29 Years of service in Van Wert
James and Donna Stiffler have been organizing the Community Thanksgiving Dinner for the past 29 years. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A tradition that began with a single family helping neighbors in crisis has grown into… Previous Post Lincolnview vs Ottoville GBK (11/25/25)
Convoy council still considering candidates for vacant Chief Marshal’s position
Convoy Council continues to mull over who to name to the vacant Chief Marshal’s position. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com CONVOY — An offer has not yet been made to any of the three candidates who want to… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Chief Marshal# #Convoy Village Council# #Kevin Kline
Hundreds overcharged for city income tax obligation
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert City Council heard about a major financial problem that could cost them hundreds…
Busts of Revolutionary War Heroes unveiled in Van Wert
Reproductions of John Paulding, Isaac Van Wart and David Williams were unveiled Monday night. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert County officials on Monday unveiled newly created busts of the three young militiamen… Previous Post Van Wert Volleyball wraps up season with awards
Chamber recognizes small business success
Kim Hohman’s Danceworks received the Small Business of the Year Award at a recent Chamber of Commerce event at Willow Bend Country Club. Pictured are Mark Verville, with the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce and Kim Hohman. (Submitted photo) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2025 Salute to Small Business Awards… Previous Post Congregation approves bell rehab project
Congregation approves bell rehab project
Workers from Smith Bell and Clock remove the bells from St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Van Wert. The company has since closed, leaving the work to be completed by the Verdin Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The church bells will ring once again at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Van Wert.… Previous Post Winners announced from 54th Annual Elks Hoop Shoot
Wetzel MC helps kids for Christmas
The Wetzel MC and others participated in the annual toy buy at the Van Wert Walmart to help the local Salvation Army. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert Walmart was bustling with activity Saturday night as the Wetzel Motorcycle Club… Previous Post FOP Lodge 62 honors deputy killed in line of duty in 1935
FOP Lodge 62 honors deputy killed in line of duty in 1935
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — More than 90 years after Van Wert County Sheriff’s Deputy Forrest LeRoy Good was shot… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Fallen officer# #Forrest LeRoy Good# #Van Wert Fraternal Order of Police
Volunteers pack 20,000 meals for Haiti at Goedde Building
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — More than 100 volunteers gathered Saturday at the Goedde Building to assemble thousands of meals… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #First United Methodist Church# #Haiti# #Rice packing# #Van Wert
Salvation Army Kettle Campaign underway as volunteers needed in Van Wert
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign is underway in Van Wert, and Major Deborah… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Bell Ringers# #Red Kettle campaign\# #Salvation Army
Lincolnview board hears about lockdown situation and moves forward with playground project
The Lincolnview girls' cross country team was recognized at Thursday’s Board of Education meeting. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — The Lincolnview Local Schools Board of Education handled a full agenda Thursday night, approving donations,… Previous Post Goedde Thanksgiving brings students and community together
Goedde Thanksgiving brings students and community together
More than 200 people turned out for the 5th Annual Thanksgiving Meal at the Goedde Building. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The annual Thanksgiving meal at the Goedde Building returned for its fifth year, bringing together… Previous Post OHSAA announces football state semifinal bracket pairings
OSU Extension thanks commissioners after surprise $24,000 election bill
Home Community OSU Extension thanks commissioners after surprise $24,000 election bill OSU Extension thanks commissioners after surprise $24,000 election bill 4-H Extension educators met with Van Wert County Commissioners recently to thank them for paying a $24,000 bill from the state for a levy try in the spring.
Van Wert school board accepts several retirements, approves stadium project agreement
Home News Van Wert school board accepts several retirements, approves stadium project agreement Van Wert school board accepts several retirements, approves stadium project agreement By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert City Schools Board of Education on Wednesday approved a long list of… Previous Post Nickles gets probation for vehicular homicide
Nickles gets probation for vehicular homicide
Lincolnview on lock down after incident, juvenile faces charges after pursuit
YWCA applies for grant for new facility
The YWCA of Van Wert County was the only entity to apply for a CDBG Flexible Grant. A second public hearing was recently held. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A second and final public hearing was held on Tuesday, November 18th, to consider the… Previous Post Buckeyes remain the No. 1 team after third rankings reveal
Lincolnview on lock down after incident
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — Lincolnview schools went on lockdown after an incident at the school involving a juvenile. That… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #High Speed Chase# #Lincolnview# #Lockdown
Construction to begin on solar project
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Representatives from Avangrid Power met with Van Wert County Commissioners on Tuesday morning to provide… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Avangrid Power# #Solar energy# #Van Wert
ACRTA receives grants to expand services to Van Wert County
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com LIMA — Van Wert County will benefit from public transit grants announced recently. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and…
Bell refurbishing at crossroads
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Some big decisions need to be made concerning the iconic church bells at St. Mark’s… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Smith Bell and Clock# #St. Mark's Lutheran Church# #Verdin# Times Bulletin# Van Wert
Buckeye Business Advantage program launched in Ohio
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Ohio’s treasurer is Robert Sprague, from Findlay. His liaison, Pat McCauley, recently visited with the… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Buckeye Business Advantage# #Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague# #Pat McCauley# #Van Wert County Commissioners# #Van Wert Times Bulletin
Brumback Library board president praises strong levy support
Voters recently approved passage of a tax levy for the Brumback Library, the first county library in the nation. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Days after Van Wert County voters overwhelmingly approved a 0.5-mill replacement levy for the Brumback… Previous Post Work of foundations recognized by commissioners
Work of foundations recognized by commissioners
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert County Commissioners have named November 12-18 as National Community Foundation Week. Commissioners and… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Seth Baker# #Van Wert County Commissioners# #Van Wert County Foundation
Van Wert ushers in holiday season with downtown decorations
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The sights of the holiday season are beginning to appear in downtown Van Wert. On…
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com OHIO CITY — A long-awaited demolition project in downtown Ohio City has begun after delays caused by structural… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Demolition# #Land Bank# #Ohio City
Northern lights spotted in Van Wert
Home News Northern lights spotted in Van Wert Northern lights spotted in Van Wert Northern Lights were seen across northern Ohio Tuesday night, including in Van Wert. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Residents across Van Wert County were treated to a rare celestial display Tuesday night as… Previous Post Airport consultant reports progress on runway, lighting projects
Airport engineer reports progress on runway, lighting projects
Jason Clearwaters with BF&S Civil Engineers gives the airport board an update on recent and future projects. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — It’s been more than a year since ground was broken for a 1,000-foot runway extension… Previous Post Ohio State holds top spot in latest CFP rankings
Veterans Day observed at American Legion Post 178
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — With cold, wet weather forcing the annual Veterans Day observance indoors, members of American Legion… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #American Legion Post 178# #Van Wert# #Veterans Day
Crestview board approves donations and personnel changes
Superintendent Matt Dube (right) and Crestview BOE president Brad Perrott. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media) By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com CONVOY — The Crestview Local Schools Board of Education met Monday evening in the district’s multipurpose room, approving… Previous Post Airport board seeking funding from city council
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A couple of members of the Van Wert Regional Airport board went before city council,…
First snowfall blankets Van Wert in early taste of Winter
First snowfall blankets Van Wert in early taste of Winter By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert residents woke up Monday to the season’s first measurable snowfall, as a couple…
By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com MIDDLE POINT — After 15 years of organizing Lincolnview Elementary School’s annual Veterans Day program, teacher Stephanie Renner… Login to continue reading Sign up for complimentary access Close Tags # #Lincolnview# #Stephanie Renner# #Van Wert Times Bulletin# #Veterans
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