Obituary for Kenneth Eugene Draper

Obituary for Kenneth Eugene Draper

Kenneth Draper 71of Kenton Kenneth Eugene Draper 71, of Kenton passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 09, 2026. He was born in Kenton, on September 25, 1955, to the late Ray and Catherine (Hendrickx) Draper. He married Regina Davis on May 31, 1980, and she survives in Kenton. Also surviving are his children; Amber (Don) Gantt, Justin (Shelby) Draper, and Tiffany Blumhorst, grandchildren; Jackson, Whitley, Harrison, Davis, Delta, Heath, Lincoln, and Violet, andsister, Catherine (Mike). He was preceded in […]

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Kenton Elementary Briefly Placed Under Secure Protocol Due to Medical Emergency

Kenton City School officials announced this afternoon that Kenton Elementary School was placed under a Secure protocol for a brief time today, November 10, while first responders handled a student medical emergency. Officials noted that the Secure protocol was initiated to bring students inside from the playground and provide first responders with space to address the medical emergency. To learn more about KCS's Standard Response Protocol, please click here.

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Ohio Certifies One Agency, Recertifies Eight Others for Collaborative Board’s Standards

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The Office of Criminal Justice Services announced yesterday the certification of one Ohio law enforcement agency for state standards established by the Ohio Collaborative Community-Police Advisory Board. Eight additional agencies achieved their recertification. Agencies completing the certification process have adopted and implemented the initial two standards regarding use of force and hiring and recruitment while the recertification process takes place on a revolving, three to four-year cycle. Please see list below of recently certified agencies: Newton Falls […]

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Benjamin Logan Middle School Honor Roll: 1st Quarter 2026-2027

Merit Roll 5Th Grade: Ezra Barnes Walker Brody Bickham Lennox Brown Chandler Buck Jackson Case Eden Cluck Gracyn Daniels Sawyer Davis Waylon Dixon Evline Dobbs Cohen Elliott Sawyer Elliott Morgan Erdy Gabriel Hartzell Killian Jeski Paisley King-Fowler Nova Lipp Audrey MacConnell Everly Maynard Carter Neil Osborne Olsen Cael Penhorwood Collins Phillips Addilyn Pickering Hayleigh Powell Thea Ricker Kaydence Saylor Hendrix Slygh Laurel Sobas Mya Stafford Harper Stoodt Sullivan Storm Ella Thompson Annabella Walls Camden Whetsel Ayden Whitaker Tobias Williams Estella […]

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Obituary for Opal “Helene” Fay

Graveside services for Opal "Helene" Fay will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Otterbein Cemetery, with Clayton Weaver officiating. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements.Opal "Helene" Fay, 86, of Kenton, passed away on the evening of Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Kenton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on October 6, 1940, the oldest child of the late Earl and Fern Heilman. She was preceded in death by […]

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AMVETS Post 1994 Celebrates 2026 Americanism Contest Winners

Amvets Post 1994 recently congratulated the 2026 Americanism Contest winners. They also expressed gratitude to everyone who participated this year. Essay (grades 6th - 12th) Isabella Gudger - Placed 1st place for 8th grade at Local, at District 9, and then 1st at State. (not pictured) Kyle Potter - Placed 1st place for 12th grade at Local, 1st place at District 9, and then 3rd at State. Brock Crace - Placed 1st for 9th grade at Local and 2nd at […]

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Solve the puzzle. Help save a life: Give blood or platelets with Red Cross

Nov. 9, 2026 — The American Red Cross asks donors to go for a spin and help save lives by giving blood or platelets in November. The last two months of the year can be a challenge for many donors trying to juggle regular donation appointments with packed schedules full of seasonal activities and holiday planning. Donors of all blood types ─ especially those with type O blood ─ are urged to make an appointment to donate now. The Red Cross […]

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Kenton McDonald’s Hosting Fundraiser for Kenton City Schools Vocal Music Department

Kenton Choral Boosters The Kenton McDonald's is hosting a digital fundraiser Tuesday, November 10, to benefit the Kenton City Schools Vocal Music Department. Today only, 20% of mobile order sales placed through the McDonald's app at the Kenton location will be donated to the department. The fundraiser will take place at Kenton McDonald's, located at 990 East Columbus Street. To participate, customers must download the McDonald's app, link their payment method and place a mobile order through the app. Orders […]

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Free Online Regional Calendar Available to Promote Local Events

WKTN is inviting the community to take advantage of its free online Regional Calendar, available at wktn.com/regionalcalendar. The calendar is a central place for local residents, organizations, and visitors to find out what’s happening across Hardin County and surrounding areas. From community festivals and fundraisers to school functions, club meetings, and live music, the Regional Calendar helps keep everyone connected and informed. Best of all, submitting an event is completely free. Local organizations, nonprofits, schools, and residents can visit the […]

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