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Bluffton University to host Civic Engagement Day 

BLUFFTON, Ohio— Bluffton University will host its annual Civic Engagement Day this spring, bringing together students, faculty and staff to explore the importance of active citizenship, community involvement and social responsibility. The event will take place across campus and feature a variety of presentations, discussions and interactive experiences centered on civic life.  Throughout the day, faculty, staff and students will share research, class projects and experiential learning tied to Bluffton’s civic engagement theme. This year’s theme focuses on the topic “Who is my neighbor? Knowing, loving, and […]

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Economic Development Breakfast Set for April 17 in Kenton

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance's next Economic Development Breakfast will be held Friday, April 17. The start time is 8:30 a.m. at the Kenton Elks, located at 157 East Franklin Street in Kenton. Those attending will hear from experts and have a chance to share what’s happening in their own organization. Featured Speakers are Annetta Shirk, Workforce Development Supervisor of OhioMeansJobs Hardin County, and Brandy Theis, Director of Youth and Community Programming […]

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Alger Public Library to Host Virtual Mental Health Program

Alger Public Library The Alger Public Library will host a Caring for Your Mental Health virtual program on April 15. It will start at 4 pm at 100 West Wagner Street in Alger. Lead psychologist Risa Long will talk about stress management, resilience, and burnout. Mental health is important and knowing how to deal with stress can make all the difference.

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Rural Kenton Man Pleads Not Guilty to 26 Charges in Hardin County

A rural Kenton man was arraigned on multiple drug related charges in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. According to court documents, 41-year-old Brian Flowers pleaded not guilty to all 26 counts in the indictment, which included several counts of aggravated tracking in drugs, aggravated possession of drugs, trafficking in fentanyl-related compound, possession of fentanyl-related compound, possession of drugs and more. Judge Steve Christopher set bond at $75,000 cash or surety, but bail cannot be posted until Flowers tests negative of […]

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Hardin County Dispatcher KyLee Hites Completes Training with Strong Performance

Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's OfficePictured: (Left) Dispatcher Hites, (Right) CTO Rhinehart, who is holding baby Hites. A dispatcher at the Hardin County Sheriff's Office has officially completed her training period. According to the Sheriff's Office announcement, throughout the process, KyLee Hites' drive and determination to learn allowed her to excel. She is now ready to take on the night shift and serve the community. Officials at the Sheriff's Office, congratulated her on the achievement.

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Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash Temporarily Closes State Route 117 in Hardin County

A crash occurred this morning on State Route 117 in Hardin County. According to information provided by the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, the crash was on 117, between State Route 67 and the Village of Roundhead. This was a single vehicle, roll-over accident. The driver, and lone occupant of the car, had minor injuries and was treated at the scene. The road was closed at around 5:45 this morning, and it was reopened at 7:15 a.m.

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Fatal Crash on US 30 in Allen County Claims One Life, Teen Seriously Injured

Richland Township – On March 28, 2026, at approximately 10:17 A.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a car on US 30 at the Hancock County Line in Richland Township, Allen County. Lawrence Morris Sr, age 62, from Toledo, Ohio was southbound on CR 15 driving a 2015 Lincoln MKS. Andrew Skiles, age 54, from Rochester, Indiana was westbound on US 30 driving a 2018 Kenworth Semi. Mr. […]

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NWS Confirms EF1 Tornado Struck Hardin County Fairgrounds in Kenton

The National Weather Service Wilmington has confirmed that a brief EF1 tornado touched down just south of Kenton at the Hardin County Fairgrounds on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The tornado produced peak winds estimated near 90 mph, snapping several wooden power poles, lifting support poles on a barn structure, and causing roof damage to multiple buildings. One hardwood tree was also completely snapped. The tornado’s path was short, measuring roughly 0.13 miles long and 75 yards wide, with no reported […]

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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.

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