Lima Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Allen County Collision

Lima Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Allen County Collision

Amanda Twp – On July 14, 2026, at approximately 5:42 P.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a two-vehicle crash on Deep Cut Rd and South Defiance Trail, Amanda Township, Allen County. Grace Cook, age 24, from Lima, Ohio was westbound on Deep Cut Rd driving a 2015 Jeep Compass. Caleb Hembree, age 29, from Lima, Ohio was northbound on South Defiance Trail driving a 2012 Jeep Patriot. Mr. Hembree failed to […]

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Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance to Host Community Coffee August 4

Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance will hold the next Community Coffee event on August 4. It will start at 8:00 a.m. in the Alliance Conference Room at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton. Michelle Stockwell of Lima SAFY Behavioral Health will be the featured guest speaker. Those attending will be able to get the latest community updates and connect with fellow community members during the open Question and Answer and networking time. To register for the event, please click […]

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Boil Water Advisory Issued for Portions of South Johnson Street in Ada

A Boil Water Advisory has been issued for customers in the 700 and 800 blocks of South Johnson Street in the Village of Ada. According to information from village officials, if your water service was turned off during the water main break on Tuesday, your property is included in the advisory. Until it is lifted, bring all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or preparing food to a rolling boil for at least one minute, then allow […]

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Forest-Jackson Public Library Hosting Summer Reading Pool Party July 21

Forest-Jackson Public Library A pool party for Forest-Jackson Public Library Summer Reading participants will be held July 21 at the Mt. Blanchard Swimming Pool. Swimming will be from 11am until noon. That will be followed by pizza, which will be served in the open-air pavilion. You can visit the Forest-Jackson Public Library's event page here for more information and updates. The rain date will be July 28.

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Ohio Northern University to Host Polar Preview Day July 25

Polar Preview Day is scheduled for July 25 at Ohio Northern University in Ada. Student starting or in the midst of their college search will be able to see the ONU campus for the first time. This group visit program includes sessions on admissions and financial aid, a campus tour, and a meeting with faculty in the 50 and over academic areas. You can register and learn more about the informational event by clicking here.

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Hardin County Chamber Highlights Carol Slane Florist in Latest Member Spotlight

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Member Spotlight on Carol Slane Florist. They are a full-service florist and the business offers fresh and artificial arrangements, planters, garden stones, wind chimes, and more. They have also expanded their shelves with exciting new gift lines, featuring luxurious soaps and lotions, fragrant candles, plant care products, beautiful bird baths, gourmet Coblentz chocolates, and 'positive plushies'. 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬: 410 South Main Street, Ada OH 45810 […]

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Helping Hands Indoor Garage Sale to Support Local Community Projects

Helping Hands will be holding an indoor garage sale on July 17 and July 18. The hours will be from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., this Friday and Saturday. The sale will take place at 100 Cleveland Avenue in Kenton. Numerous items will be for sale and all proceeds will go to help with community projects.

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Ada Pool Announces Early Swim Hours Through End of July

Village of Ada The Village of Ada Pool will be opening early to the public for adults and children ages 12 and under to enjoy swim time. The early swim dates will be today through this Thursday, July 20-22 and July 27-31. The pool will open for early swim from 10am until noon. Admission is $5 per person, and children 3 and under are free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Hardin Northern Hosts Successful 2026 Polar Bear Legacy Golf Outing

Hardin Northern Local School District The 2026 Hardin Northern Polar Bear Legacy Golf Outing occurred this past Saturday. 19 teams participated in the outing. Team Halsey came in first place, and Team Cook came in second place. Hardin Northern thanked all the hole sponsors, as well as Graze On for lunch, and Kenton Memorial Golf Course for hosting the event.

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