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Month: February 2022
Winter Storm Warning Issued for the Area
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from Wednesday morning through Friday morning. Heavy mixed precipitation is possible Wednesday into Wednesday night before turning to all snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches is possible. Power outages and tree damage are possible due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact travel Wednesday evening through Friday morning. After the system moves through, wind […]
Runaway Amish Buggy Involved in Accident Monday
A runaway horse drawn buggy was involved in an accident Monday afternoon in Kenton. According to the report from the Kenton Police Department, the horse was pulling the unoccupied buggy east on East Franklin Street and struck a westbound vehicle being operated by Mark Harp, of Kenton. The horse and buggy are owned by Ervin Hershberger, of rural Kenton. Moderate damage occurred to the vehicle, and there were no injuries.
Two Announce Filings Ahead of Deadline on February 2
The filing deadline for partisan candidates and local questions and issues for the 2022 Primary Election tomorrow, Wednesday February 2. Ahead of the deadline, Jon Cross officially filed paperwork to run for re-election for State Representative of the 83rd Ohio House district. Cross stated, "No one will work harder to champion NW Ohio. Accessible to my constituents, and Accountable in delivering results, be it funding, legislation or helping a fellow […]
Ohio Hi-Point Celebrates National Career Technical Education Month
BELLEFONTAINE, Ohio- Students and staff at Ohio Hi-Point Career Center will join others across the nation during the month of February to celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE) month. Career education provides an education that is focused on hands-on learning in a specific career pathway for students to be college and career ready. Career education has a dynamic impact on economic development and students enter the workforce with the skills […]
Traffic Stop in Logan County Leads to Arrest of Two Individuals
A recent traffic stop in Logan County led to the arrest of two Dayton residents. According to a release from the Logan County Sheriff's Office, the Logan County Unified Drug Task Force conducted an investigation that resulted in illegal drugs being confiscated. A loaded firearm , vest, a large amount of cash, 101 Percocet pills, and 95 Xanax pills were obtained from the traffic stop. Kiara Jones and Ian Shepherd […]
Operation CARE focuses efforts on Crash Awareness and Reduction
COLUMBUS - The Ohio State Highway Patrol joined forces with 80 other law enforcement agencies across the nation to bring crash awareness to motorists in an effort to reduce the number of crashes occurring across the United States. The initiative began on Thursday, December 23 at 12:01 a.m. and ended on Sunday, January 2 at 11:59 p.m. Areas of focus included speed violations, safety belt usage, impaired driving, and commercial […]
Cub Scouts Pay Visit to Sheriff’s Office
Cub Scout Den 121 paid a visit to the Hardin County Sheriff’s this past Sunday. The Cub Scout Den toured the office and communications center. They also got to tour one of the cruisers. Sheriff Keith Everhart noted his appreciation for the scouts enthusiasm and questions. He also said he was happy to be the tour guide for the Cub Scouts.
HCCBA Adds Informational Station
An informational station has been added at the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance. It can be found in the breezeway of the entrance of the office located at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton. The informational station is stocked with tourism magazines and pamphlets. It is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
