Van Wert Rotary Club welcomes third generation member
VAN WERT — The Van Wert Rotary Club proudly inducted Michael Etter as its newest member, marking a historic milestone for the organization — three generations of Rotary service in one family.
September 2025
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OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital completes $3.15M pharmacy expansion
VAN WERT — OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital has completed a $3.15 million expansion of its pharmacy, nearly doubling its size and strengthening the hospital’s ability to deliver safe, efficient and advanced care for patients.
First Financial Bank to launch food drive on Oct. 6
VAN WERT — First Financial Bank (Nasdaq: FFBC) will hold a food drive in the Van Wert area from Oct. 6-31 to support neighbors in need. The bank will accept canned food and nonperishable boxed food in large, marked bins at its financial centers in the area, including at 1163 S. Shannon St. in Van Wert.
CHP to celebrate 50 years at annual event
VAN WERT — CHP Home Care & Hospice will host its annual Hospice “Beacon of Hope” dinner and charity auction on Oct. 9, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Junior Fair Building at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds.
Advanced Insurance Group, Goodville Mutual make donation to CHP
VAN WERT — Advanced Insurance Group has teamed up with Goodville Mutual Casualty Company to make a $1,000 donation to a charity of their choice, Community Health Professionals (CHP) Home Care & Hospice.
Pottery enthusiasts learn Raku at the Wass
VAN WERT — Five area pottery enthusiasts tried their hands at pottery firing known as Raku recently at the Wassenberg Art Center.
St. Paul’s offers ‘In Case of Death’ sessions
St. Paul’s Church will be offering a four session study called “In Case of Death”. Death is one of those subjects that we just don’t like to talk about but it is something that will affect us at sometime.
Post investigating three-vehicle fatal crash In Paulding County
JACKSON TOWNSHIP — On Sunday at approximately 11:41 a.m., troopers with the Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol were dispatched to a fatal crash involving three vehicles on SR 637 at CR 138 in Jackson Township, Paulding County.
Dean Z Returns to the Niswonger
VAN WERT — Dean Z – The Ultimate Elvis returns to the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026, for one night only. This marks Dean Z’s second appearance at the Niswonger, back by popular demand—and we anticipate a sellout.
Chamber celebrates 2025 Leadership Van Wert County Class
VAN WERT — The Van Wert Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a graduation and recognition breakfast for its 2025 Leadership Van Wert County cohort at Willow Bend Country Club.