Arrangements Pending for Richard “Dick” Jones
Richard "Dick" Jones, 90 of Kenton passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Arrangements are pending at SCHINDEWOLF-STOUT-CRATES FUNERAL HOME.
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Blue Star Mothers Seek Sponsors for Stars and Strides Honor Walk
Blue Star Mothers Ohio Chapter 32 Blue Star Mothers Ohio Chapter 32 is looking for sponsors for its Stars and Strides Honor Walk that is coming up on May 16th. This walk is all about honoring active-duty military and veterans, and they would love for the community to be part of something so meaningful. They have multiple sponsorship levels available, so whether you’re a business or an individual, there’s a way to get involved! Your support helps Blue Star Mothers […]
Ada Schools Among Ohio Districts to Earn Momentum Award
Photo: Ada Exempted Village Schools Ada, Ohio, April 2026 — Ada Exempted Village Schools has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce with the prestigious District Momentum Award, honoring exceptional academic growth and continued student achievement. The Momentum Award is presented to districts and buildings that demonstrate significant improvement in their Performance Index—gaining three or more points year-over-year—while also earning a 4- or 5-star rating on the Progress component of the state report card. Additional criteria ensure that […]
Findlay Police Department Swears in New Officer Andrew Hadley
Findlay Police Department The Findlay Police Department announced the hiring of Officer Andrew Hadley, who was officially sworn in this morning by Mayor Muryn. Officer Hadley, 24, is a homeschool graduate from Ada and earned his bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University. Prior to joining the Findlay Police Department, he served as a deputy with the Allen County Sheriff’s Office for two and a half years. Hadley resides in the Ada area with his wife and daughter. He will […]
Mid-Ohio Energy Celebrates 90 Years of Local Service during 2026 Virtual Annual Meeting
Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative KENTON, OH - Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative's Annual Meeting of Members premiered last week, coinciding with the cooperative’s celebration of 90 years of service to members in its rural north-central Ohio territory. The meeting was held in a virtual online-only format, allowing members the opportunity to log in at their convenience and view a co-op update, receive annual election results, and submit for a $20 meeting attendance energy credit. In addition to the meeting, Mid-Ohio Energy also posted […]
Ohio ESC Association to Recognize Ohio’s Top Scholars
Columbus, Ohio – Today, the Ohio Educational Service Center Association (OESCA) will recognize Ohio’s top students in each of the 88 counties statewide during the 37th annual Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards Program held at the Ohioan Hotel & Event Center in Lewis Center, Ohio. Nominated by one of the 51 educational service centers (ESCs), eligible applicants are high school seniors that demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and community service as indicated by high school grades, test scores, school and community […]
Thrush to Stay at Kenton City Schools After Withdrawing from Bath Superintendent Search
Kenton City Schools Superintendent Chad Thrush addressed KCS staff following last week’s announcement that he was named a finalist for the Bath Schools superintendent position. Thrush says he will remain with Kenton City Schools and has decided to withdraw from further consideration for the Bath position. In an email sent to KCS staff earlier today, Thrush stated:"I want to take a moment to share an update with you. Over the past several weeks, I was involved in conversations with another […]
McGuffey Village Council to Hold April Meeting Tonight
McGuffey Village Council will hold its April meeting this evening. It was originally scheduled to be held last week, but that was postponed due to illness. This evening's meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. in the McGuffey Community Building, located at 404 Courtright Street in the village.
Kenton City Council to Meet This Evening
Kenton City Council is scheduled to meet this evening. On the agenda are four ordinances and one resolution that are on first reading. The resolution authorizes the Safety-Service Director to enter into a professional services agreement for design and funding assistance of the Downtown Phase II B Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project with OHM Advisors. One of the ordinances relates to limited-time parking zones and restrictions on large vehicle parking, and another one authorizes the grant of a gas […]
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