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State Reps. Thomas and Mathews Introduce Military Service Elected Office Protection Act

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – State Representatives David Thomas (R-Jefferson) and Ty Mathews (R-Findlay) yesterday announced that they introduced a new piece of legislation, the Military Service Elected Office Protection Act, which aims to protect the seat of an elected official in Ohio should that elected member be ordered to active military service for our country. The proposed legislation follows a situation in Parma, Ohio, involving the Parma City School Board and a member of the Board who is on deployment. Rep. […]

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Kenton Historic Courthouse District Partners with Hardin County Historical Museums to Launch Pop-Up Art Galleries and Historic Tours

KENTON, OHIO- The Kenton Historic Courthouse District (KHCD) has announced an exciting new partnership with Hardin County Historical Museums aimed at bringing history to life in Downtown Kenton through immersive art, storytelling, and guided experiences. This collaborative initiative will introduce pop-up art gallery exhibitions throughout the district, alongside specially curated historical tours designed to showcase the architectural, cultural, and community heritage that define Downtown Kenton. Beginning in late spring 2026, KHCD and Hardin County Historical Museums will unveil rotating art […]

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City of Kenton Hiring Utility Customer Service Coordinator

The City of Kenton is hiring a Utility Customer Service Coordinator. Duties include managing utility accounts and payments, assisting residents, providing customer service, and supporting essential city operations. The city is looking for someone detail-oriented, organized, and great with people. You can apply by visiting cityofkenton.com/applynow.

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Murder Victim Family Member and Journey of Hope Leader Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan Jr. to Speak in Marion

Photo: Ohioans to Stop Executions Marion, Ohio – A leader in Ohio’s efforts to end the death penalty, Rev. Dr. Jack Sullivan, Jr., will be speaking in Marion on the evening of Friday, April 17, to share his personal story of loss, healing, and hope. The board president of Journey of Hope …from violence to healing – Dr. Sullivan, the former executive director of the Columbus-based Ohio Council of Churches, became a murder victim family member following the 1997 killing of his sister, […]

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Kenton City Council Approves Several Ordinances During Recent Meeting

Kenton City Council met Monday evening, addressing a wide range of topics.  During public comment, Ward 2 resident Thad Gardner addressed the council regarding the proposed U.S. 68/State Route 31 roundabout, submitted 17 Federal Railroad Administration crash reports into the official record, and urged a full railroad safety review before the project proceeds. The Tree Commission also presented upcoming Arbor Day plans. Gary Whitmer and Tara Meyer invited the public to a free Arbor Day event at the Mary Lou […]

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Obituary for Julie A. Fogle

Julie A. (Crandall) Fogle 66of Kenton A celebration of life for Julie A. Fogle, 66, of Kenton, will be held at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. Julie passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the James Cancer Center in Columbus. She was born on June 2, 1959, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Richard and Iris (Tennant) Crandall. On April 1, 1986, she married Craig Fogle, who survives in […]

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NWS Confirms 70–80 MPH Straight-Line Winds Caused Damage at Benjamin Logan School

The National Weather Service has confirmed damaging straight-line winds of 70 to 80 miles per hour were responsible for the damage observed at Benjamin Logan School property Tuesday evening. There was some roof damage along a flat portion of one of the school buildings, several light poles were either bent or broken, including the football stadium, several small outbuildings on the grounds of the stadium complex were moved from their original locations, including one anchored to a cement slab, and […]

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