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Vantage BOE approves hires, contracts, purchases at June meeting
By Sam ShriverTimes Bulletin Reportersshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Vantage Career Center Board of Education approved a wide range of personnel, financial and operational items during its regular meeting held Thursday, June 4.Superintendent Rick Turner updated board members on the progress of the construction on the Vantage Academy of Medical Careers.“Roof finishing work continues, and…
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Van Wert County DD board exploring potential new levy
By Sam ShriverTimes Bulletin Reportersshriver@cherryroad.com VAN WERT — The Van Wert County Board of Developmental Disabilities is in the early stages of exploring a potential new levy, its first since 2004.Superintendent Cody Bowersock met with Van Wert County commissioners recently to begin discussions about placing a possible 1-mill levy before voters.“Yeah, we’re looking at a…
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Cowan battles through illness, advances to Division III 300 hurdle finals
COLUMBUS — Van Wert junior Micah Cowan showed plenty of determination Friday morning at the OHSAA State Track and Field Championships, overcoming illness and a competitive field to earn a spot in the Division III boys 300-meter hurdle finals.