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Kenton Man Arrested Sunday Morning

A Kenton man was arrested early Sunday Morning. According to the report from the Kenton Police Department officers were dispatched around 3:30am Sunday morning to the 400 block of W Franklin Street for a property damage crash. No information on the crash was available, but officers arrested and cited Erick Hernandez Mendoza for driving while under the influence of alcohol/drugs and for driving without an operator's license. No further information was provided on the report.

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Anthony Castello Jr. Sentenced to Life in Prison for Child Sex Abuse

Bellefontaine - A Lakeview man was sentenced to life in prison for sexually molesting a child under the age of 10 in Logan County Common Pleas Court on Thursday. Anthony J. Castello Jr., 63, pled guilty to one count of rape involving a victim under the age of 13 on April 13, 2023. Logan County Prosecutor Eric Stewart reports that the offense happened in August of 2019. Castello lured the child victim to his home on Mohawk Path in Lakeview […]

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*UPDATE* Marion Troopers Investigating a Serious Injury Crash

Troopers from the Marion Post and the Bucyrus District Office of Investigative Services are seeking the public's assistance in locating the vehicle and driver from the hit-skip crash that occurred on state Route 95 in Marion County on May 13. As a result of the crash, John Arthur II succumbed to his injuries on May 19. The BMW, possibly a 2006-2013 X5 did not stop after the crash. The hit-skip driver is a white male, believed to be in his […]

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New Police Chief in Findlay

The City of Findlay has promoted James Mathias to the position of Police Chief. Mathias will be sworn in by Mayor Christina Muryn at the City of Findlay Training Center (224 W. Crawford St.) on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 10am.  "We are committed to ensuring Findlay is a safe place to live, work, and raise families," Mayor Muryn said. "The Police Chief plays a critical role in the pursuit of these goals and I am confident that Captain Mathias is […]

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Survive To Ride Event Succesful

The Dealership in Mount Victory hosted an event called Survive To Ride. The event benefited Mission 22.  Mission 22 is a non-profit agency which provides support to Veterans and their families when they need it most: right now. Through a comprehensive approach of outreach, events, and programs, they promote long-term wellness and sustainable growth.  The program also helps to raise awareness, enlist support, and end Veteran suicide in America. The event which included a poker run, raffle, and dinner raised […]

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Summer Garden Programs Scheduled

Hardin County – The Hardin County OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting three summer garden programs at the Friendship Gardens of Hardin County located at 960 W. Kohler Street in Kenton. The programs will begin with an event on “Hugelkulture” on June 15, “Worm Composting” on July 20, and another on “Growing Cabbage, Broccoli, and Kohlrabi” on August 17. Learn about Hugelkulture on Thursday, June 15 from 6:00-7:00 pm. Hugelkulture is a centuries old traditional way of building a […]

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United Way of Hardin County Days of Caring Returns

The United Way of Hardin County has announced that their Days of Caring is back. According to the United Way of Hardin County, the dates this year will be on Friday, August 4th and 5th. Volunteers will come together to complete needed projects within the community. Some of the projects include painting, cleaning, repairs, and landscaping for local organizations and communities. If you are interested in volunteering, or know of a service entity needing a project completed, you can contact […]

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Riverdale Youth Soccer Registration Now Open

Fall Registration for Riverdale Youth Soccer is now open. Registration can be found on the riverdaleyouthsoccer.com web page and all registrations are online only. Riverdale Youth Soccer is part of the Black Swamp Soccer league and you do not have to attend Riverdale to play in the u6-u15 divisions. Divisions are assigned by birth year.  For questions visit the Riverdaleyouthsoccer.com webpage and click the register to play tab.

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Greenwood Grange To Hold Strawberry Social

The Greenwood Grange will hold their annual Strawberry Social on Tuesday, June 6th, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. The grange is located on SR. 53 in Grant (between Kenton and Forest) with additional parking  available at the Grant Fellowship Church. The grange will be serving their featured desserts of strawberry pie and shortcake, along with other favorites. The social is open to the public and proceeds go toward the building improvement funds.

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