Kenton/Hardin County Soroptimist Hosting 4th of July Raffle Fundraiser

Kenton/Hardin County Soroptimist Hosting 4th of July Raffle Fundraiser

Kenton/Hardin County Soroptimist International Kenton/Hardin County Soroptimist International is holding a 4th of July raffle. The prize is a basket containing numerous items with a total value of $140. Tickets are $5 for one chance of winning and $20 for six chances of winning. The raffle drawing will be July 3rd at 8pm. Proceeds help local women and girls access the education and training they need for lasting economic stability. For more information, including on how to purchase tickets, visit […]

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Mary Lou Johnson Library Announces Independence Day Holiday Closure

The Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th in observance and celebration of Independence Day. For questions, please contact the library at 419-673-2278.

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Hardin Freedom Fest Set for July 4 in Kenton

Hardin Freedom Fest The Hardin Freedom Fest Celebration will take place on July 4th at Home Run Memorial Park in Kenton. From 6:00 until 10:00pm there will be a variety of family-friendly activities taking place including outdoor yard games, bounce houses and more. Food trucks including Fork in the Road, Circle U Waffles and Kona Ice will also be onsite for the event. They will also be hosting a Tailgate Competition for the best decorated cars. Prizes will be awarded […]

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Kenton Rotary Club Featured in HCCBA Member Spotlight

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Member Spotlight on Kenton Rotary Club. The Rotary Club of Kenton was established April 18, 1938. With representation from a wide variety of vocations, members include men and women who volunteer to improve the quality of life for those in need. Kenton Rotary is known for its ice cream booth at the Hardin County Fair. With the devastation from the tornado a few months […]

June 22, 2026 110

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Matching Campaign Nearing End for West Ohio Food Bank Donations

Time is running out to have your gift to the West Ohio Food Bank doubled. For only a few more days, a group of generous friends will match every dollar you give, up to $10,000. That means every $10 you give now can double to provide up to up to 100 meals. The West Ohio Food Bank 11-county service area includes Hardin County. For more information on how to give, please visit their website, wofb.org.

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Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame Banquet Recently Held in Kenton

The Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame held its 14th annual Banquet on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the St John's Church in Kenton. 6 new inductees and one team were inducted into the Class of 2025. Wes Davis Scholarship Winners: Each received a one time $500.00 Scholarship: Miss Addi Manns (Kenton High School Mr. Mason Howard (Ridgemont High School) Class of 2026 HCSH of Fame Inductees (from L to R:) Mr. Michael Merchant (Kenton High School), accepted by Mr. Jeff […]

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Service Announcement for Sharon Jordan

Gravide services for Sharon Jordan will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Grove Cemetery Committal Building. The Price-McElroy Funeral in Kenton is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Recent Kenton Lions Club Meeting Focuses on Community Projects and Events

Lion President elect Lion Tracy Anderson, District Governor elect Lion Pam Bourland-Olachia, and Immediate Past President Brad Bailey at the June 17 meeting. The Kenton Lions club met Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 at the Kenton Elks Lodge 157 at 7:02 PM. 21 members and guest District Governor elect Lion Pam Bourland-Olachia were present for the meeting. Immediate Past President Lion Brad Bailey led in the Pledge of Allegiance and PDG Bill Keller lead the club in prayer. Past President Lion Jason Van Buskirk announced to the club several messages he received from […]

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Ada Public Library to Celebrate America’s 250th with Ice Cream Social and Concert

Ada Public Library The Ada Public Library is inviting the community to a celebration of America's 250th with a sweet treat and musical concert. On Wednesday, July 1, they will host an old-fashioned Ice Cream Social from 3:00-6:00 p.m. You are invited to stop by the library to grab a scoop of ice cream, mingle with your neighbors, and celebrate this historic milestone in American history. The celebration is set to continue at 6:00 p.m. with an outdoor piano concert […]

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