Governor Signs Executive Order to Launch Adoption Grant Program

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today signed Executive Order 2023-09D to launch the Ohio Adoption Grant Program, which provides up to $20,000 to parents adopting a child. Parents who have finalized an adoption since Jan. 1, 2023, can begin applying for the grant today at AdoptionGrant.Ohio.gov. "Every child deserves a safe, permanent, loving home," said Governor DeWine. "Whether you're adopting from the foster care system, or through private adoption, the Ohio Adoption Grant will help offset the cost of growing your family." The […]

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Farm On Financial Management Course

Hardin County – A new online farm management course offered by The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) will help Ohio’s beginning farmers qualify for the requirements of the Ohio Department of Agriculture’s Beginning Farmer Tax Credit program. Called Farm On, the self-paced, on-demand farm financial management course was created by Ohio State University Extension professionals and is offered through OSU Extension’s new Farm Financial Management and Policy Institute (FFMPI), said Eric Richer, assistant professor […]

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Law Enforcement Training Drill Conducted Saturday Morning

Law Enforcement Officers Begin Part of Their Training Locating the "Active Shooter" The Hardin County Sheriff's Office conducted a training exercise this past Saturday morning. Approximately a total of 15 officers from both the Sheriff's Department and Kenton Police Department attended the drill at Upper Scioto Valley Local Schools. It was designed to be prepared for an active shooter threat.Sheriff Keith Everhart explained the purpose of the drill. “The main purpose of this training is, unfortunately, the world we live […]

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Board of Elections Meeting Date Changed

The Hardin County Board of Elections will meet Thursday, April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Office in the basement of the Hardin County Courthouse for their regular board meeting and to conduct public logic and accuracy testing on the voting equipment. This is a change from the regular meeting date of April 13, 2023.

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Silver Sneaker Instructor Speaks At Rotary

Beth Wetherill, Silver Sneaker Fitness Instructor at the Hardin County Family YMCA, spoke about the programming available at the Hardin County YMCA during a recent Rotary Meeting. Wetherill mentioned that For active adults, there are many programs designed to keep you moving, including group fitness classes, aquacize, and Silver Sneakers Signature classes. Court sports such as racquetball and pickleball are also offered. Beth explained that many insurance providers offer Silver Sneakers or a similar health and fitness program designed for […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Rex E. Redding

Rex E. Redding 87 of Forest REX E. REDDING OF FOREST, OHIO PASSED AWAY IN HIS HOME ON APRIL 6, 2023 JUST ONE MONTH SHY OF HIS 88TH BIRTHDAY. HE WAS BORN MAY 1, 1935 TO THE LATE CHARLES O. REDDING AND HORTENSE {PATCHET) REDDING. REX WAS A 1954 GRADUATE OF MARSEILLES HIGH SCHOOL WHERE HE PLAYED BASKETBALL, BASEBALL AND RAN TRACK. BEING A FARM BOY, HE WAS ALSO VERY ACTIVE IN FFA AND 4-H. FOLLOWING GRADUATION, REX JOINED THE […]

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Obituaries

Obituary For Christopher David Arnold

Christopher David Arnold 32 of Kenton The family of Christopher Arnold are planning a celebration of life, to be held at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with the arrangements. Christopher passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023 at his residence. He was born on December 7, 1990 in Toledo to Trona Boyer and the late James Arnold. Surviving are 1 sister; Ashley (Blake Stayman) Arnold of Kenton, 1 brother; James (Samantha Cornish) Arnold […]

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We’re Back

While there will still be a few tweaks in the coming month and a few things moving around we have our renovated website up. This post will confirm we are back to sharing posts to social media from our website as well. Thanks for your patience with us. Staff at WKTN

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Sports

North Union Girls Basketball Advances to the District Final

The North Union Lady Wildcats defeated the Hamilton Township Rangers last night in District Semi-Final Action by a score of 47-33. The #2 seeded North Union Wildcats will move on to play #3 Bexley on Saturday, February 25th, 2023 in the District Final at Capital University at 3:30pm. Zoe Wedding-North Union All tickets are sold online. No cash sales! Steps for online purchasing are below. https://ohsaa.org/tickets Click Basketball - Girls Click Division 2 Click Central 2 Parking = $5

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