
Kenton, OH – Large donors for the 2026 Hardin County Freedom Fest recently gathered at the fairgrounds for a photo.
Donors included: Bri Clem, Megan Heberling, and Ashley Wyen with Trustwell Living, serving as Ambassadors for the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, Tammy Gault – Golden Giant, Ranae Sherman – Mid Ohio Energy Community Fund, Bryan Marshall – Hardin County Community Foundation, Fred Rush – Hardin County Commissioner, Sam Hostetler – Stillwater Metal & Lumber, Brian Barger – Mid Ohio Energy Community Fund and Grant Reppart – Quest Federal Credit Union.
Officials said fundraising reached an all-time high this year, and the increased support will be reflected in this year’s show.
The parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the fireworks at 10:00 p.m., weather permitting, on Saturday, July 4th.
The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, July 5th.

Written by: bclark
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