Obituary for Pamela Ann (LeVally) McClain

Obituary for Pamela Ann (LeVally) McClain

Pamela Ann (LeVally) McClain 73of Ada Pamela Ann (LeVally) McClain, age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday surrounded by family. March 8, 2026, at VanCrest of Ada.Pam was born July 21, 1952. She was preceded in death by her parents, Forest “Waldo” LeVally and Goldie (Prater) LeVally of Ridgeway.She is survived by her three sons, Jason (Laura) McClain of Ada, Marc (Carrie) McClain of St. Mary's, and John (Traci) McClain of Ada; her daughter, Rachael (Brent) Jordan of Ada; her […]

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Obituary for Vaughn Ryan Rall

Vaughn Ryan Rall 57of Kenton Vaughn Ryan Rall, 57, of Kenton passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at 9:19 A.M. at Lima St. Rita's Mercy Health Medical Center with his family at his bedside. He was born in Kenton on November 14, 1968, to Janice K. (Long) Rall and the late Larry E. Rall. On June 4, 2008, Vaughn and Susan Michele Kramp were married in Granville, Ohio and she survives in Kenton. Also surviving is his mother, Janice Rall of […]

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Kenton JROTC Teams Compete in Fort Wayne, Prepare for Fort Knox Competition

Photo: CHRISTOPHER V. FOURNIERLieutenant Colonel (LTC) Retired, U.S. ArmyArmy JROTC Senior Army InstructorKenton High School Ohio The Kenton Junior Officers’ Reserve Training Corps drill and marksmanship teams traveled to Fort Wayne, Indiana this past weekend and competed against teams from Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Photo: CHRISTOPHER V. FOURNIER On Saturday, 7 March, the Kenton Junior Officers’ Reserve Training Corps (JROTC) drill and marksmanship teams traveled to Fort Wayne, Indiana, and competed against teams from neighboring states. This was JROTC's buildup […]

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Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Highlights AEP Ohio in Member Spotlight

Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Member Spotlight on AEP Ohio. In 2025, the AEP Ohio Foundation provided more than $1.5 million in grants supporting over 100 organizations across their service territory. In Hardin County specifically, $20,000 in grants supported food pantries and food distribution efforts through Kenton Full Gospel Church and New Hope Ministry Park. The company says its investment in local infrastructure, such as replacing and building new lines […]

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Not By Choice Outreach Hosts Successful Purse Bingo Fundraiser

Not By Choice Outreach held another successful Purse Bingo fundraiser this past Saturday. All of the proceeds from the fundraiser helps the not-for-profit organization in its mission to help those who are battling cancer. NBC Outreach helps cancer patients who need support, hope, and a reminder that they are not alone. They provide free gas cards, head coverings, and more. To learn more about the organization, please visit nbcoutreach.org. Not By Choice Outreach is located at 116 N. Detroit Street […]

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Middlefield Bank to Become Farmers National Bank

Middlefield Bank, with branches in Kenton and Ada, is in the process of becoming Farmers National Bank. In August of this year, they will be converting Middlefield systems to the Farmers platform, which will allow you to bank at any Farmers location. Up-to-date customer information and documents regarding the merger, have been posted on the Middlefield Bank website. You will find clear and timely information about what the merger means for you, including any updates, key dates, and next steps. […]

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Antwilla Davis Discusses Hardin County Real Estate at Kenton Rotary

At a recent Kenton Rotary lunch, members heard from Antwilla Davis, a realtor with Century 21 in Kenton. Davis discussed the current real estate market and trends in and around Hardin County. She shared that the average sale price for local real estate is $149,000 and offered insights on listing properties. Davis emphasized the need for quality starter homes and sound retirement properties, noting that homes generally stay on the market for about 45 days. Davis has been a realtor […]

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Otterbein Hospice Speaks at Recent Kenton Rotary Meeting

Pictured (L to R) Melissa Madison, RN, Rotary President Frank Dudek and Karen Schlinglof, Executive Director of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice. At a recent Kenton Rotary lunch, members heard from representatives of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice Care. Rotary President Frank Dudek presented a $562 check to the organization, part of the proceeds from the Kenton Rotary Christmas Auction. Karen Schlinglof, Executive Director of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice, spoke about common misconceptions surrounding hospice care. […]

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Construction Progress Underway for Vancrest of Kenton

Progress is being made on the construction of Vancrest of Kenton. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility was held in late September of 2025 on Wildcat Way in Kenton. The 67,700-square-foot facility will be a 64-bed nursing and residential care facility. If all goes as planned, it will open in the Spring of 2027. It is expected to create 51 jobs and a payroll of nearly $2 million. Vancrest was founded in 1960 by Dr. E. E. White and […]

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