Sears remodeling

Van Wert Sears store owners Kirk and Erica Berryman cut the ribbon Thursday on the recent complete remodeling of their store. To celebrate, the Berrymans are having a Grand Reopening promotion today and Saturday, which will feature 10 percent off nearly every item in the store, over and above sale prices, and an addition 5 percent for those using a Sears credit card for their purchase. The store will also give away a grill and is partnering with the Van Wert County Humane Society on an adopt-a-pet event being held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. There will also be a lawn and garden demonstration that day. (Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)