The Hardin County Engineer’s Office announced a road opening. County Road 30, between Township Road 135 and County Road 125, reopened today. That section of road closed March 16 for a bridge replacement project.
KENTON, OHIO- The Kenton Historic Courthouse District (KHCD) has announced an exciting new partnership with Hardin County Historical Museums aimed at bringing history to life in Downtown Kenton through immersive art, storytelling, and guided experiences. This collaborative initiative will introduce pop-up art gallery exhibitions throughout the district, alongside specially curated historical tours designed to showcase the architectural, cultural, and community heritage that define Downtown Kenton. Beginning in late spring 2026, KHCD and Hardin County Historical Museums will unveil rotating art […]
The City of Kenton is hiring a Utility Customer Service Coordinator. Duties include managing utility accounts and payments, assisting residents, providing customer service, and supporting essential city operations. The city is looking for someone detail-oriented, organized, and great with people. You can apply by visiting cityofkenton.com/applynow.
Photo: Ohioans to Stop Executions Marion, Ohio – A leader in Ohio’s efforts to end the death penalty, Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan, Jr., will be speaking in Marion on the evening of Friday, April 17, to share his personal story of loss, healing, and hope. The board president of Journey of Hope …from violence to healing – Dr. Sullivan, the former executive director of the Columbus-based Ohio Council of Churches, became a murder victim family member following the 1997 killing of his sister, […]
The Web Check/Concealed Carry Weapon Office at the Hardin County Sheriff's Office closed at 11:00 this morning (04/16/2026). That is to allow for system updates and maintenance. Regular hours will resume at 8:30 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2026. The Sheriff's Office apologized for any inconvenience.
Kenton City Council met Monday evening, addressing a wide range of topics. During public comment, Ward 2 resident Thad Gardner addressed the council regarding the proposed U.S. 68/State Route 31 roundabout, submitted 17 Federal Railroad Administration crash reports into the official record, and urged a full railroad safety review before the project proceeds. The Tree Commission also presented upcoming Arbor Day plans. Gary Whitmer and Tara Meyer invited the public to a free Arbor Day event at the Mary Lou […]
Julie A. (Crandall) Fogle 66of Kenton A celebration of life for Julie A. Fogle, 66, of Kenton, will be held at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. Julie passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the James Cancer Center in Columbus. She was born on June 2, 1959, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Richard and Iris (Tennant) Crandall. On April 1, 1986, she married Craig Fogle, who survives in […]
The National Weather Service has confirmed damaging straight-line winds of 70 to 80 miles per hour were responsible for the damage observed at Benjamin Logan School property Tuesday evening. There was some roof damage along a flat portion of one of the school buildings, several light poles were either bent or broken, including the football stadium, several small outbuildings on the grounds of the stadium complex were moved from their original locations, including one anchored to a cement slab, and […]
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for counties in our area.A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 900 PM EDT (04/15/2026) for Allen, Wyandot, Hancock, Marion Counties in our region.A Flood Watch has also been issued through Thursday morning for Allen, Paulding, Putnam, and Van Wert Counties. ...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.* WHERE...Portions of northwest Ohio, including the following areas, Allen OH, Paulding, Putnam […]
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.
