Ohio Northern University is holding a Polar Preview Day on September 19. This is an opportunity for high school students and parents to experience the ONU campus. You can take in the football home opener, end Family and Siblings Day, plus the Ada’s Harvest and Herb Festival will be going on that day. A link to register can be found on the Ohio Northern University Facebook page.
Hardin County Chamber and Business alliance will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 16 to celebrate the completion of the Kenton Middle/High School's new tennis courts. All are welcome to attend and explore the new courts. The ceremony will start at 4:00 pm. The school is located at 751 Wildcat Way in Kenton.
KENTON, OHIO— Safe Haven Baby Boxes and BKP Ambulance District are pleased to announce the blessing and official unveiling of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box, located at BKP Ambulance District, 439 South Main Street Kenton, Ohio 43326. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 1 PM EDT. This Blessing marks the 471st Safe Haven Baby Box in the nation and the 29th in Ohio, expanding access to safe, anonymous surrender options for mothers in crisis. […]
Alcohol use is suspected in a one vehicle crash that occurred early this past Sunday morning in Findlay. According to the report from the Findlay Police Department, a vehicle ran over the curb and struck a building while turning onto Howard Street from North Main. The driver then fled the scene on foot. Police located the driver, identified as 45-year-old Joseph Jennings, of Deshler, a short distance from the crash site. He was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle […]
A 19-year-old Deshler, Ohio resident was killed and three others were injured in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday evening at the intersection of State Route 65 and Santa Fe New Knoxville Road in Auglaize County. According to a release from the Wapakoneta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Victoria Schweitzer was driving north on 65 when a vehicle, being operated by 26-year-old Benjamin Pruyn, of Marysville, ran a stop sign and struck her car. Schweitzer was pronounced dead […]
Wolf Creek Art Center will be hosting a Teen Paint Class at the Mary Lou Johnson- Hardin County District Library on September 16th and September 30th. The free workshop is open to teens 12-17 and will be held from 3:30 until 5:30 pm. Participants will paint a 16” x 20” creation in acrylics using their own idea or by choosing a pre-sketched canvas. This free workshop is being funded by the Hardin County Community Foundation. Participants can choose a date […]
Photo: Hancock Historical Museum On Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the beloved Historic Barn Tour of Hancock County makes its highly anticipated return, inviting visitors to explore six remarkable historic barns and farm properties throughout Hancock County. Held every other year, the self-guided Historic Barn Tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience that blends local history, farming heritage, family-friendly entertainment, and the atmosphere of a vibrant farmers market. Guests of all ages are invited to journey through the […]
Hardin County Fair The Hardin County Fair officially gets underway today, kicking off six days of food, entertainment, livestock shows, rides and longtime community traditions. General fair hours begin with the gates opening at 7:30 a.m. Exhibit buildings open at 9 a.m., while rides begin operating at noon. Exhibit buildings will remain open until 9 p.m., with rides continuing until 10 p.m. Admission is $10 at the gate. Fair officials also announced a time change both nights of harness racing […]
Photo: Anita VanBuskirk The Kenton Full Gospel Bread of Life Food Pantry will be open today from 8 to 10 a.m. to provide groceries to members of the community. According to the pantry, it had originally planned to remain closed this week following Labor Day. However, an abundance of donations has left the pantry overflowing with food, prompting organizers to open its doors and distribute the available items to local families. A variety of groceries will be available, including meat, […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
