Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's Office Deputy Tim Moe graduated from the Rhodes State Police Academy over the weekend. He will begin a position as a full-time Deputy Sheriff with the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff's Office commended the deputy for his hard work, determination, and spirit, which have paid off to make him an Academy graduate.
The Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol announced today that troopers will operate an OVI checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week. The county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day prior to the checkpoint and the location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint. If you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or make other travel arrangements before you […]
Photo: Hardin County Fair The Hardin County Fair announced last week they will be implementing a new lunch pass program during the fair from 11am until 1pm on weekdays. With the new program, individuals can purchase a lunch pass for $10 and if the guest returns to the gate within one hour of entering, they will receive an $8 refund, costing the guest a total of $2. Brad Murphy, President […]
Photo: Ohio Department of Transportations' District 1 The Ohio Department of Transportation’s District 1 is requesting assistance from the public on Upcoming Transportation Projects. They are working on their 2026-2027 work plans and want to hear from the public on their proposed projects and help provide feedback. The projects under consideration include: -Allen County: State Route 65 bridge maintenance -Defiance County: State Route 66 slope repair -Putnam County: State Route […]
Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District is reminding residents to pick up their DEALS Passport today and start their journey to 𝐃iscover and 𝐄xplore 𝐀wesome 𝐋ocal 𝐒hops through August 31st. The DEALS Passport is an opportunity to explore a variety of participating vendors with exclusive deals and discounts. Passports can be picked up at the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance, participating vendor locations, and at […]
Photo: Wings- Support and Recovery Wings-Support and Recovery is inviting anyone who can benefit from earning free CPTs, CLEs, or CEUs to sign up for a trauma-informed criminal justice workshop taking place on October 2nd in Russells Point. Trauma-informed criminal justice responses can help to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, and thereby increase safety for all, decrease recidivism, and promote and support recovery of justice-involved women and men. You can register online […]
Indian Lake State Park is warning residents about a scam occurring in regard to their Fall Festival. The park stated they will not ask you to fill out a Google form or contact you though Facebook about their Fall Festival. They will never ask potential vendors to send payment immediately through Pay Pal. If you are interested in becoming a Fall Festival vendor, you can contact the Indian Lake State […]
Photo: Marion Police Department The Marion Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating an 11-year-old runaway, Luekai Aldridge. Luekai was reported as a runaway from his home on Windsor Street early yesterday, but was spotted in the downtown area later that afternoon. Marion Police have also received information that he could be in the area of Pearl Street staying with another juvenile. Luekai is 4'8", 100 pounds […]
Photo: Kenton Youth Cheerleading Kenton Youth Cheerleading will hold their first cheerleading practice on Sunday, Aug 11 from 6-7pm at Kenton Elementary School. This first practice will include all grades and squads together. They will also have a short parents meeting and hopefully be able to pass out uniforms on this day as well. They are anticipating a finalized football team roster this week and will announce individual squad practice […]
