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HCCBA Community Spotlight Highlights Kenton Businesses

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance posted its latest Hardin County Community Spotlight. On the Alliance's Facebook page and website, they are featuring local businesses that make each of the county's communities unique. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a variety of places to Eat, Sip, Shop and Visit. Featured in Wednesday's spotlight were locations in the City of Kenton. They are Scooter's Coffee, Shoe Sensation and Kenton 3 Theatre. 𝐄𝐚𝐭/𝐒𝐢𝐩Scooter's […]

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Deadline Approaching to Register for 2026 Hardin Leadership Class

The deadline to register for the 2026 Hardin Leadership Class is tomorrow, Friday, January 30. If you are looking to grow as a leader, are new to Hardin County and eager to learn more about the community, or if you want to connect with other local professionals who care about making a difference, then Hardin Leadership could be the perfect fit for you. Whether you're building your career, expanding your network, or simply ready to take the next step, the […]

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Kenton City Schools Outline Remote Learning Policy After Weather Closures

Kenton City Schools were closed again Wednesday due to weather but returned to classes today.Superintendent Chad Thrush announced through ParentSquare that remote learning will only begin on a calamity day after students have returned to in-person classes for at least one day. This approach allows students to be properly prepared for remote learning before it starts. Families are encouraged to review the district’s remote learning plan here: http://go.kcs.me/remote

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Logan County Community Mourns Loss of Indian Lake Middle School Student Shawn Humphrey

Logan County Angels The Logan County community is mourning the loss of Shawn Humphrey, a 6th grader at Indian Lake Middle School. Shawn was active in flag football, baseball, and basketball, and shared his musical talents in the ILMS choir and Union City band. The Logan County Angels, a program through the United Way of Logan County, provides financial support to families who have lost a pre-K through 12th-grade student, helping ease the burden of funeral expenses. Those wishing to […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Ray Allen Draper Jr.

Ray Allen Draper Jr., 71, of Kenton, passed away on January 24, 2026, at his home in Kenton. He was born on June 24, 1954, in Kenton to the late Ray A. Draper Sr. and Catherine (Hendricks) Draper. He married Roberta Tschudy, and they later divorced. He then married Nyra Lynn Fay, who preceded him in death in 2015. Surviving is his brother, Kenneth (Regina) Draper of Kenton; his sister, Cathy "Buttons" (Mike) Schoenberger of Upper Sandusky; and several nieces […]

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Governor DeWine Announces 6 Projects Set to Create 348 Jobs, More Than $56 Million in Investments

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced the approval of six projects that will create 348 new jobs and retain 243 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. The projects are expected to result in more than $29.4 million in new payroll and generate over $56 million in investments across Ohio. CENTRAL […]

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Ohio Hi-Point Announces Second Quarter Superintendent’s List, Honor Roll

BELLEFONTAINE – Ohio Hi-Point Career Center recently announced the career center’s Superintendent’s List, Honor Roll and half-day Honor Roll for the first nine weeks. To be eligible for the Superintendent’s List students must receive all A’s, while Honor Roll students must receive letter grades of B or better. The following students were named to the Superintendent’s List: Bellefontaine Olivia Anthony, Alyssa Barker, Ashtyn Evans, Ethan Fosnot, Alejandro Garcia Granados, Elizabeth Justin, Zerek Longbrake, Olivia Warye Pinkerton, Easton Predmore, Kaelynn […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Elaine S. Dirmeyer

Elaine S. Dirmeyer, 76 of Dunkirk passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. She was born on December 12, 1949 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Robert D. and Mabel I. (VanAtta) Beard. Elaine married Carl Brewster and he preceded her in death. She then married Roger Dirmeyer on April 6, 1974 and he survives along with three daughters; Angela (Courtney) Whitaker of Ada, Carole Dirmeyer of Arlington and Amber (Kenneth) Hopson of Dunkirk and […]

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MLJ Library Reschedules Fiction Book Club

Mary Lou Johnson - Hardin County District Library Mary Lou Johnson- Hardin County District Library has announced the rescheduled date for their Fiction Book Club. It will now be held on Monday, February 2 at its regular time of 6 until 7pm. The library is located at 325 East Columbus Street in Kenton.

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HCCBA Community Spotlight Highlights Kenton Businesses

Deadline Approaching to Register for 2026 Hardin Leadership Class

Kenton City Schools Outline Remote Learning Policy After Weather Closures

Logan County Community Mourns Loss of Indian Lake Middle School Student Shawn Humphrey

Obituary for Ray Allen Draper Jr.

Governor DeWine Announces 6 Projects Set to Create 348 Jobs, More Than $56 Million in Investments

Ohio Hi-Point Announces Second Quarter Superintendent’s List, Honor Roll

Obituary for Elaine S. Dirmeyer

MLJ Library Reschedules Fiction Book Club

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