The Hancock County Engineer's office announced a speed limit change for a section of County Road 95. CR 95, between I75 and County Road 140 in the City of Findlay limits, has been lowered 35 miles per hour. Signs have been installed, and the new speed limit is now in effect. As a side note, County Road 140 is still pending and information will be forthcoming.
The Promotions Committee of Revitalize Kenton, a community partnership dedicated to enhancing and celebrating our community, would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the children, parents, citizens of Kenton, and visitors from surrounding communities who attended our recent Family Fun Day. A huge thank you goes to the Community Foundation for approving our grant request, which played a significant role in making this event possible. Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership The event was a tremendous success, with […]
Village of Ada residents are being reminded that if someone comes to your door offering products or services, ask to see their Village of Ada Solicitor's Permit before engaging with them. All solicitors conducting door-to-door business within the Village are required to obtain and carry a valid permit issued by the Village. The permit should be available for inspection upon request. If a solicitor cannot provide a valid permit, or if you have concerns about suspicious activity, call (419) 634-0010, […]
Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance Enrollment for the Hardin County Safety Council's new program year is now open. By joining the Hardin County Safety Council, you’ll learn techniques for increasing workplace safety, identify resources to assist in accident prevention, receive access to risk management information to reduce your worker’s compensation costs. You will also earn a 3% safety council rebate on your workers’ compensation premium. Whether you're a business owner, HR leader, safety manager, or just safety-curious, you are […]
An Indiana man has been convicted of kidnapping an 11-year-old autistic boy from his home in Marion and taking him across state lines. A jury found Bradford Deem guilty of kidnapping this week in Marion County Common Pleas Court. According to a release from the Marion County Prosecutor's Office, on July 10, 2025, Deem used a video game console to contact the child and convinced him to leave his home. The child’s mother discovered he was missing early that morning […]
COLUMBUS, OHIO (June 10, 2026) – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) issued an order setting new rates for Aqua Ohio Water and Aqua Ohio Wastewater. Aqua Ohio is permitted to set water service rates that will increase its annual revenues by approximately $9.5 million; Aqua Ohio Wastewater is permitted to set rates for sewer service that will increase its annual revenues by approximately $1.04 million. The Commission rejected a proposed increase to the fixed customer charge for water service, which will remain unchanged. An average residential customer will experience a monthly water bill increase of approximately $9-$15 depending on […]
COLUMBUS -- The 13th Public Safety Leadership Academy class will graduate 30 law enforcement leaders after 11 weeks of accredited, college-level training through a partnership with The Ohio State University John Glenn College of Public Affairs. The ceremony will take place tomorrow, June 12 at noon at the Ohio Union Performance Hall. Colonel Charles A. Jones, superintendent of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, will make remarks, and Dr. Jos Raadschelders will address the graduates. Law enforcement leaders from the following […]
WARREN – Felony drug charges were filed against a 34-year-old man from Erie, PA following a traffic stop in Lake County. During the traffic stop, troopers seized 2.2 pounds of cocaine worth approximately $30,000. On March 6, at approximately 12:44 p.m., troopers stopped a 2026 Jeep Wrangler with Illinois registration for a moving violation on Interstate 90. Criminal indicators were observed and a Patrol drug-sniffing canine alerted to the vehicle. A probable cause search of the vehicle revealed the contraband. […]
CINCINNATI—U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the port of Cincinnati stopped a shipment on June 3 containing 111 pieces of counterfeit items such as watches, glasses, and headwear. Had these items been genuine, the shipment would have had a combined Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of over $19.26 million. The shipment from Colombia was headed for a residence in Puerto Rico when officers pulled the parcel for inspection. The examination revealed: 44 various Rolex watch models, 4 Richard Mille watches, […]
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.
