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Local dignitaries joined airport personnel to cut the ribbon, officially dedicating a 1,000 ft. runway extension. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

Ribbon cutting marks runway extension at Van Wert Regional Airport

September 6, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert Regional Airport marked a major milestone Saturday with the ribbon cutting of… Login to continue reading Login…

A small crowd turned out Wednesday night to hear Derek Avera talk about the R Factor and how the concept helps change the culture of schools, businesses and individuals. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

Van Wert Schools embrace R Factor to build culture after COVID

September 3, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — A small group of parents, staff and community members gathered Wednesday night at the Niswonger… Login to continue reading Login…

The Van Wert County Fair ended Monday after some of the best weather they’ve ever had. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

VW Fair wraps up

September 2, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The 169th Van Wert County Fair is now just a memory. The seven-day event, held… Login to continue reading Login…

Organizers and vendors for the first-ever HOPE WALK gathered at Fountain Park for a photo. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

Hope Walk debuts at Fountain Park to honor lives lost, celebrate recovery

August 31, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Tri-County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board of Mercer, Paulding and Van… Login to continue reading Login…

Fire damaged this home in Wren in Wednesday. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

Fire damages Wren home, dog rescued, one first responder injured

August 27, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com WREN — Firefighters from six departments battled a blaze Wednesday afternoon that damaged a home at 105 Washington… Login to continue reading Login…

Roy Klopfenstein, R-Haviland represents the 82nd District in Ohio. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

Catching up with Roy Klopfenstein at the fair

August 27, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — State Rep. Roy Klopfenstein, R-Haviland, shared his thoughts on election procedures, redistricting and economic development… Login to continue reading Login…

Fair Board President Stephanie Boroff cuts the ribbon during opening ceremonies at the 169th Van Wert County Fair. (Sam Shriver/CherryRoad Media)

169th Van Wert County Fair opens

August 26, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert County Fair opened Tuesday for its 169th year, offering traditional favorites, new… Login to continue reading Login…

Van Wert City Council discussed numbers items during its regular meeting on August 25. (Screengrab from council video feed)

VW council discusses opioid settlement, traffic changes, and ambulance rates

August 25, 2025

By Sam Shriver Times Bulletin Reporter sshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — Van Wert City Council worked through a light agenda Monday night, addressing traffic changes, a… Login to continue reading Login…