Kenton Municipal Swimming Pool The Kenton Municipal Swimming Pool is now hiring summer staff for the 2026 season. Positions include lifeguards, cashiers, and slide attendants. You can pick up an application at the Kenton City Building or apply online at cityofkenton.com/applynow. Be sure to indicate which position you are applying for when submitting your application.
Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership Revitalize Kenton is taking reservations now for its First Friday Trivia Night on April 3. It will start at 6:30 that evening in the Kenton Elks Club Ballroom. Teams of 6 to 10 are recommended, but if you don't have a team, they can combine reservations to form a team. The cost is $20 per person for 7 rounds of trivia Limited space is available, so you are encouraged to reserve your spot now by […]
Ohio Hi-Point Career Center will host a YouScience Family Information Night tomorrow, March 18, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at Ohio Hi-Point, 2280 St. Rt. 540, Bellefontaine. Freshman and sophomore students and their families are invited to learn how YouScience supports academic and career planning by helping students better understand their natural strengths and how those strengths connect to potential career pathways. During the session, Ohio Hi-Point and YouScience representatives will explain how to read aptitude results and how those results align […]
Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District reminded students and teachers in Hardin County that the Envirothon competition deadline of March 25 is approaching. Students in grades 9-12 or equivalent homeschool ranking can compete in teams of 5. Teams should consist of students from the same school or homeschool association. This is a great opportunity for students to have real outdoor hands-on experiences and to spark interest in future environmental career options. They will compete in the Soils, Aquatics, Forestry, Wildlife […]
The Kenton City School District has an opening for 2nd Shift Custodian for the Kenton Middle/High School and Central Office. 8 HOURS PER DAY 260 DAYS PER YEAR $18.10-$20.44 Qualifications – The qualifications for this position are listed in the job description. Essential qualifications include the following: Works effectively with minimal supervision. Cleans and is on duty in assigned areas. Protects district property. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines. Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging […]
Dora M. (Wigal) Flowers 93, of Alger Dora M. (Wigal) Flowers passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Lima Memorial Hospital ER. She was born in Union County, Ohio, to the late Vernon and Mary (Patch) Wigal. On October 22, 1956, she married Rex Flowers, who survives in Alger. Also surviving are a daughter, Trudy Brown of Belle Center; a son, Tim Flowers of Alger; a granddaughter, Ginger (Ken Specht) Brown of Hilliard; and a great-grandson, Kenneth Specht II. […]
Avery’s Law becomes effective in Ohio tomorrow. The law strengthens Ohio's dangerous dog laws following a severe 2024 attack. Key provisions include mandatory euthanasia for dogs causing severe injury or death, increased criminal penalties for negligent owners, immediate dog seizure authority, and mandatory liability insurance of at least $100,000 for designated vicious dogs. The law was signed by Governor Mike DeWine in December 2025. It was sparked by the case of Avery Russell, who was severely injured in a pit […]
Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Member Spotlight on Spectrum. The company offers communications services by Charter Communications to homes and small to large businesses across 41 states, including all municipalities and townships in Hardin County. Founded in 1993, Charter has evolved from providing cable TV to streaming, and from high-speed Internet to a converged broadband, Wi-Fi and mobile experience. Spectrum stores are located in Findlay, Lima, and Marion. Spectrum Stores: Marion – 160 N Greenwood; open […]
Vivian Goble-Jones, born March 2nd, 1954 lost her courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, the 14th of March at the age of 72. She is survived by her 2 children; Vickie Worthington and Robert Jones, 5 grandchildren; Tyler Taylor, Lance Taylor, Kodi Jones, Eric Begley and Devon Jones, and 5 great grandchildren. Vivian had a love for owls, crocheting, fishing and bowling. Her wish was to be cremated. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date. […]
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.
