Main Street in Kenton will be closed this Monday, May 4 from Franklin Street to Columbus Street. That is to allow for concrete work. Businesses will still be accessible, but from Columbus Street only. Columbus and Franklin Streets will remain open.
A 21-year-old rural Forest man was arrested after a search warrant was served by the Wyandot County Major Crimes Unit on Thursday. According to a release from Wyandot County Sheriff Todd Frey, the warrant was served at 16409 County Highway 86 following a tip received from the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The investigation involves the alleged possession and dissemination of child pornography. Screenshot Authorities arrested Clayton D. Hare, and he is being held in the Wyandot County Jail […]
Hardin County Sheriff's Office Members of Girl Scout Troop 2213 paid a visit to the Hardin County Sheriff's Office earlier this week. The girls received a tour of the facility and got to see the inside of a cruiser along with the MRAP armored vehicle. Sheriff Keith Everhart said he and his staff appreciated their interest, great questions, and the boxes of cookies left by Troop 2213.
Scouting America Black Swamp Area Council announced the return of Adventure Camp this summer to Camp Berry in Findlay. This is for all boys and girls entering first through fifth grades may attend, and they do not need to be a current Cub Scout. Campers will enjoy themed activities each week, along with daily swimming, fishing, archery, crafts and more. The program runs Monday through Friday from 8am until 4:15pm for up to seven weeks. Families may register online now. […]
A nonprofit organization in Bellefontaine serves foster and kinship families in six counties, including Hardin, Logan, and Union in our region. Raising Arrows Ohio helps the families in times of transition by providing support and items such as beds, cribs, and things to make it a little easier. What started as a small operation in a garage, has transformed into a community passionately supporting these families. In 2025, Raising Arrows Ohio was named Nonprofit of the Year by the Logan […]
McGuffey Village Council held a special meeting this morning. Members discussed needed repairs to the village water tower during the work session. No other subjects were discussed, and no action was taken.
Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District, Pheasants Forever and Ohio State University Master Gardeners are holding a nature walk through the Friendship Garde on May 30. Those attending will have an opportunity to learn about and buy Ohio native plants from Native Pathways Nursery. This event will run from 10am until noon at 950 West Kohler Street in Kenton. Registration is $10.00, and that includes light breakfast items, an Ohio Natives Field Guide, and a native plant to take home. […]
Audition season for Dimensions, the Kenton Middle School show choir, is just around the corner.Dimensions is an audition-based performance group open to students entering grades 6–8 at Kenton Middle School. The ensemble combines singing, choreography, and stage performance into a high-energy experience that helps students grow in confidence, teamwork, and musical skill. For more information, please see the message that was sent through ParentSquare on Tuesday.
Kenton Elementary School PTO Kenton Elementary School’s PTO has kicked off a schoolwide Coin War fundraiser, inviting students to bring in spare change, paper money, or checks by Friday, May 8. The class that collects the most will earn a special treat during Water Day, and all money raised will support next year’s field trips and student events.For questions or more information, please visit Kenton Elementary School PTO on Facebook.
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.
