County Fair Season Continues Across the Region

County Fair Season Continues Across the Region

County fair season is now in full swing across the region, with several fairs set to take place throughout the summer and into September.The 2026 County Fair season continues on next week with the Putnam County Fair. Fairs around the region include: –Putnam County: June 22 through June 27–Marion County: June 28 through July 4–Logan County: July 12 through July 18–Union County: July 26 through August 1–Shelby County: July 26 through August 1–Auglaize County: August 2 through August 8–Allen County: […]

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Free Fishing Days Return to Ohio This Weekend

Ohio’s annual free fishing days will be this tomorrow, June 20, and Sunday, June 21. That is when all residents get a chance to fish at any public waterway without a license. This includes Lake Erie and Ohio’s public lakes, reservoirs, streams, and rivers. June 20 and 21 is the only weekend of the year on which residents 16 years old and older can fish public waters without purchasing a fishing license. You can find more information by clicking here.

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SAFY of Ohio Featured on This Weekend’s Public Eye

SAFY of Ohio will be the subject of discussion on this weekend's Public Eye program. Foster Parent Recruiter Sylvia Roop said it is really important to raise awareness about the need for foster families, "There is such a high need for foster parents that I can say that we are in a crisis, so my goal is to raise awareness, let community members know that there are so many kids in care and not enough foster homes." For the complete […]

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BPW Club Awards Scholarship and Plans for New Year

The Hardin County Business & Professional Women’s Club met at the Olive Garden Restaurant in Lima on June 10 at 6:15 pm. Pres. Sandy Moore welcomed four members to Ladies Night Out which is the final meeting before summer. After the delicious dinner, Scholarship Chairman Vanessa Brim distributed applications for the scholarship so that members could review and discuss. Treasurer Connie Dietz suggested to award $500 as the 2026 scholarship to an applicant who is half way through higher learning […]

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Stillwater Metal Recognized as Legacy Partner Sponsor

Kenton Historic Courthouse District Stillwater Metal was recognized as a premier Legacy Partner Sponsor for the Kenton Historic Courthouse District. Their generous investment provides foundational support for all of KHCD's major community events this year. The Kenton Historic Courthouse District supports local merchants, historic restoration, and community vitality in the heart of the district and is a proud division of the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance. KHCD officials stated that they love seeing local businesses lead the way in […]

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Waynesfield Man Sentenced and Ada Woman Expected to Change Plea

A Waynesfield man was sentenced this week in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. According to Court records, 40-year-old Daniel Lee Boutwell was sentenced to 48 months in prison. The case dates to January of this year, and Boutwell was indicted on one count of felonious assault and two counts of domestic violence in February. He pleaded guilty to one count of domestic violence in April and was originally scheduled to be sentenced on May 20, but that was changed to […]

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Beatitudes to Hold Special July 4 Hours

Beatitudes Ada Beatitudes in Ada will be open with special hours on July 4. The hours will be 11am until 1pm on the holiday. They will be having a $5 bag sale during that time, and a meal will also be served. Beatitudes is located at 210 North Main Street in Ada.

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Wyandot Safety Council Enrollment Open for 2026-27 Program Year

The 2026-27 Wyandot Safety Council year officially begins July 1, and now is the time to enroll. Safety Council offers employers valuable training, expert speakers, networking opportunities, and practical resources to help create safer, stronger workplaces. Participating employers may also qualify for a three percent workers' compensation premium rebate by meeting program requirements. For more information and to register, please click here.

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Governor DeWine Announces Transportation Investments to Support Economic Development Projects

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Pamela Boratyn today announced $8.5 million in funding that will improve transportation infrastructure to support ongoing economic development projects in 21 counties. In our region, that includes $390,000 for McClain and Breese Road intersection improvements in the City of Lima. ODOT‘s Office of Jobs and Commerce awarded the funding as part of its Transportation Improvement District Program. A total of 24 roadwork projects will […]

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