Marching Band to Host Inaugural ‘Wildcat Walk’ Tradition

Marching Band to Host Inaugural ‘Wildcat Walk’ Tradition

Kenton, OH - There’s a new pregame tradition headed to Kenton. Ohio State has skull sessions and Kenton will soon have the “Wildcat Walk.” “We knew we needed to make some adjustments with the move to the new school,” said Travis Wissman, Band Director at Kenton City Schools. “We drew inspiration from several college programs that have pre-game band traditions. Each one we looked at engaged fans.” The public is invited to join the band around 6:30 in the Fieldhouse […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Carolyn I Galligher

Carolyn I GalligherMarch 25, 1944 - August 4, 2026 Carolyn I. Galligher, age 82, of Forest, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Serenity Spring Senior Living in Arlington on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 10:55 p.m. She was born on March 25, 1944, in Kenton, Ohio, to the late Gale E. and Geneva E. (Jackson) Poling. On February 25, 1977, she married Patrick W. Galligher, who survives. Also surviving are her son, Philip (Ayako) Shulaw of Bluffton; her daughter, Priscilla Shulaw […]

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Obituary for Martha J. Frey

Martha J. FreySeptember 9, 1940 - August 5, 2026 Martha J. Frey, age 85, of Upper Sandusky, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay. She was born September 9, 1940, in Sandusky County to the late Estel and Edna (Holman) Saalman.Martha married Richard R. Frey on October 18, 1958, and he preceded her in death on March 17, 2013. She is survived by her children, Rick (Julie) Frey of Florida, Elaine (Todd) Thomson of […]

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Market on Main Returns Saturday in Downtown Kenton

Market on Main is back tomorrow (Saturday, August 8). The hours are from 9:00 AM until noon at the corner of Main and Ohio Streets, behind Middlefield Bank in Kenton. The Farmer's Market features fresh local foods and other local vendors. Market on Main is a collaborative project of the Kenton Historic Courthouse District and City of Kenton Government.

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Hardin Northern Unveils Military Wall of Honor

Hardin Northern Local School District Hardin Northern unveiled its Military Wall of Honor on Thursday. It is now displayed in the main entrance of the school. The display honors Hardin Northern alumni and staff who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. If you know of a Hardin Northern alumnus or staff member who has served or is currently serving and is not yet represented, you can complete a submission form by clicking here. You […]

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Memorial Evangelical Church Hosting Christian Music Fest During Carey Fest

Memorial Evangelical Church of Carey Memorial Evangelical Church is hosting a Christian Music Fest during Carey Fest this evening. It will start at 7:00 p.m. at the church located at 229 East Findlay Street in Carey. This event features an evening of Christian music. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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Village of Ada Hiring Full-Time Public Works Employee

A full-time position is available for a Construction and Maintenance I and II worker for the Village of Ada Public Works Department. There are various duties and certification and license requirements. The recommended hourly pay range is $16.50 to $24.03 depending on experience and qualifications. Applications are being accepted until August 20 or until the position is filled. For job specifications, job classifications and to apply, please click here.

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Mt. Victory Woman Indicted on Four Felony Drug Theft Charges in Union County

A rural Mt. Victory woman was indicted in Union County on four counts of theft of drugs, which are all fourth-degree felonies. According to documents filed in Union County Common Pleas Court, 32-year-old Darian N. McGue was charged with the offenses in connection to the theft of Oxycodone from four separate victims. The incidents allegedly occurred from June 1 through August 13, 2025. The Marysville Journal-Tribune newspaper reported that the victims were patients at Walnut Crossing, an assisted living facility […]

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Proposal for New Coon Dog Trial Event Presented to Hardin County Fair Board

Kenton Historic Courthouse District Coordinator and Revitalize Kenton Board Member Jennifer Ramge presented a proposal to the Fair Board at this week's Agricultural Society meeting. She asked about the Fairgrounds being host to a newly formed coon dog trial competition. The event would be held inside the fenced in area, and Ramge would like the fairgrounds to be the camping area and flea market with two other locations off site for the dog competitions and water competitions. All revenue would […]

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