MOD Boutique expands

Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce board members and development officials look on as MOD Boutique owner Emily Banks cuts the ribbon on a remodeling project for her store, 107 W. Main St. The boutique offers new women’s and children’s clothing and accessories — at least 10 new items a day every day it’s open — as well as some consignment items and “spirit jerseys” for local schools. The store is open from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. (Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)