Tree Town Festival Cruise-In Set for July 10

Tree Town Festival Cruise-In Set for July 10

The 21st Annual Car, Truck, Motorcycle Cruise-In and Rally will be part of the Tree Town Festival in Forest on July 10. The only registrations for this event will take place at the festival. Do not message anyone on the Tree Town Festival Facebook page stating they are taking registrations. Registration starts at 4:30pm on July 10, and the entry fee is $10. Prizes and awards will be handed out handed out at 9:00. Contact Beth Deringer at 419-674-6176 for […]

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6-State Trooper Project: 7,932 Drivers Cited for Safety Belt Violations

COLUMBUS – Earlier this month, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, along with members of the 6-State Trooper Project, joined forces to focus on safety belt enforcement. During the eight-day initiative, which ran from Monday, May 18 through Monday, May 25, the Patrol issued 2,832 citations for safety belt violations. Another 98 citations were issued relating to child safety seat violations. The campaign included the Indiana State Police, Kentucky State Police, Michigan State Police, Pennsylvania State Police and West Virginia State […]

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Kenton Native Chase Fleece Named Carter Historic Farm Coordinator

Chase Fleece LinkedIn A former employee of WKTN has been named by the Wood County Park District has the Carter Historic Farm Coordinator. Chase Fleece will oversee all activities at Carter Historic Farm including farming operations, programming and events, animal care, and overall maintenance of the site. Park District Executive Director Chris Smalley stated that Fleece has exceptional depth of knowledge and much practical, hands-on agriculture experience. Fleece is a graduate of Kenton High School, and he graduated with a […]

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Hydrant Accident Causes Water Main Break in Ada

A hydrant was hit early this morning in the Village of Ada causing a water main break on Main Street across from the Super Wash. Several water customers were without water and others experienced water pressure issues. The break was repaired around fours later and water was restored. No Boil Water Advisory was issued.

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Obituary for Jon A. Lazza

Jon A. Lazza age 79 of Mt. Blanchard, died at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay on May 25, 2026. He was born on Nov. 18, 1946 to the late Tony and Ruth (Walter) Lazza. Mr. Lazza is survived by many cousins and extended family. He is preceded in death by a sister Linda Lazza. Mr. Lazza was a graduate of Bowling Green University with a degree in Actuarial Science. He worked in the insurance industry in Cincinnati, OH. He was […]

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Obituary for Daniel E. Totten

Daniel E. Totten, age 75, of Kenton passed away Thursday, May 28th, 2026, peacefully at his home with his children by his side. He was born in Kenton, Ohio on June 15th, 1950, to the late Evelyn M. Bailey-Long and Jack L. Totten Sr. Dan was a 1968 graduate of Kenton Senior High School. He was drafted in 1970 to the United States Army, serving with the 1st Armored Division for 2 years in Bamberg, Germany. After his honorable discharge […]

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Obituary for Edward Earl Baier

Edward Earl Baier 79of Kenton Edward Earl Baier passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Otterbein Green Hills in West Liberty, Ohio. He was born on September 14, 1946, to the late Walter and Dorothy (Clement) Baier. On August 9, 1986, he married Margaret Grimes, who survives in Kenton. Also surviving is his brother, John (Kim Montgomery) Baier.A 1965 graduate of Kenton High School, Ed proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years, including time in the Gulf […]

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Riverdale Accepting Applications for K-5 Teaching Position

Riverdale School District posted a position for the anticipated opening for a kindergarten through 5th grade teacher. The position is for the 2026/27 school year. Qualified personnel interested in the position should contact Principal Rachel Arnett. Her email address is rarnett@riverdalefalcons.org.

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Lazy Potato Food Truck to Kick Off Quest Food Truck Fridays

Quest Federal Credit Union Quest Federal Credit Union's Food Truck Friday season starts tomorrow. The Lazy Potato food truck will kick off the season Friday by serving up loaded potatoes, tacos, and sandwiches. They will be at the Quest Main Office from 11am until 2pm. The office is located at 12837 US Highway 68 in Kenton.

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