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Van Wert County Court news Aug. 15-22

INFORMATION SUBMITTED VAN WERT — The following individuals appeared in Van Wert County Court of Common Pleas; Thursday, August 15, 2024 Arraignment Johnathon Wilt, 34, Van Wert, entered a not guilty plea to attempted trespass in a habitation when a person is present or likely to be present, F5. Released on surety bond with no contact order; pre-trial set for Sept.

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YWCA invites community to participate in domestic violence awareness campaign

INFORMATION SUBMITTED VAN WERT — October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, and the YWCA of Van Wert County is inviting the community to participate in their annual campaign. This is an opportunity to learn more about domestic violence and YWCA services, as well as help raise funds to support survivors in their program.

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ODOT promotes literacy at northwest Ohio rest areas

INFORMATION SUBMITTED BOWLINGGREEN–TheOhioDepartment of Transportation (ODOT) announced Friday that three northwest Ohio rest areas have new Storybook Trails, which are designed to inspire kids to read while being active. Children and their families can read a Dolly Parton Imagination Library book along a trail when they visit the Welcome Center in Wood County on I-75 southbound, and rest areas in Wyandot County on U.S.

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Trinity’s Journey Continues

BY JIM LANGHAM Times Bulletin Correspondent bhess@cherryroad.com Cheryl Burk and Kim Mason, remaining members of one of the longest standing Gospel singing groups in the area, Trinity, are busy these days firming up this year’s schedule and singers for the Gospel tent at the Van Wert County Fair.

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All aboard for Confederate Railroad

VANWERT—Confederate Railroad first rolled onto the national country music scene in the early ‘90s with its unique style and sound. Headed by founder and frontman Danny Shirley, the former backup band for both David Allan Coe and Johnny Paycheck got their big break by signing with Atlantic Records.

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