News
Judge orders DNA testing in Spirko case
By Sam ShriverTimes Bulletin Reportersshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A Van Wert County judge has ordered new DNA testing in the long-running case of convicted killer John George Spirko Jr., 79, potentially reopening questions surrounding the 1982 death of Elgin postmistress Betty Jane Mottinger.In an order filed April 1, Martin D. Burchfield granted Spirko’s motion for…
Community
Zimmerman Van Wert Elk of Year
VAN WERT — Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, recently recognized Allen D. Zimmerman as Van Wert Lodge “Elk of the Year” for the 2025–2026 Lodge Year.
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Sports
Cougars outscore Parkway 9-6
ROCKFORD — Van Wert scraped out a 9-6 win over Parkway on Monday evening, leaving the Cougars undefeated at 3-0 and dropping the Panthers to .500 at 3-3.