Hardin County OSU Extension Master Gardeners The date for the Hardin County Master Gardener Volunteer Annual Plant Sale has been set. It will take place on Saturday, May 16 from 10 AM until noon at the Friendship Gardens. The gardens are located at 960 West Kohler Street in Kenton. Call the Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County office at 419-674-2297 if you have any questions.
Abundant Life Assembly of GodNew Hope Church Abundant Life Assembly of God Church in Kenton is hosting a Night of Worship Service this Friday, March 27. This is being held in partnership with New Hope Church in Kenton. This is a special evening for the whole family. Night of Worship will start at 7:00 Friday evening at 1010 East Franklin Street in Kenton. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information or updates, be sure to check out their event […]
Tony B. DyerJuly 23, 1966 - March 23, 2026 Tony B. Dyer, age 59, of Ada, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 at his residence. He was born on July 23, 1966 in Kenton, Ohio to Kenneth and Gloria “Judy” (Scott) Dyer who survive in Rural Harrod. Also surviving are his two children: Ciera (Dustin) Badertscher and Cody (Janelle) Dyer; four grandchildren: Brightynn, Brixxen, Sutton and Cade; and two sisters: Tracy (Travis) Briedenbach and Tammie VanHoose; special friend, Peg Gordon; and […]
International Night is back at the University of Findlay this Thursday, March 26. The public is invited to celebrate cultures from around the world through food, performances, and exhibits. From global cuisine to live music, dance, and poetry, there’s something for everyone. Activities will be taking place in the Alumni Memorial Union. The doors open at 6:00 Thursday evening with performances starting at 6:30 p.m. To learn more about the program, please click here.
Hardin Northern Local School District A Community Walk will be held at Hardin Northern School this Saturday, March 28. If you would like to participate, meet at the front door of the school at 8:00 Saturday morning. If it is too cold to walk outside, they will walk inside.
Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance is holding a Reunion by the Rails event on April 25 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Hardin County Heritage Center. The event will give guests a unique opportunity to get a closer look at the newly acquired International Car Company caboose and explore fascinating ICC railroad memorabilia that helped shape the community’s story. Everyone is invited to attend, especially current and retired ICC and CSX […]
During National Drug and Alcohol Fact Week, Wings- Support and Recovery is presenting some facts when it comes to addiction. A myth is that addiction is a choice, but the fact is that it is a chronic brain disease. Addiction changes the way the brain processes reward, stress and decision making. Over time, substance use can rewire brain chemistry, making it incredibly difficult to stop without support. It affects people of every age, income level, profession, and background. For more […]
Visit Hardin County, Ohio A historic scavenger hunt will be held at the Forest-Jackson Public Library on April 14. This is part of the library’s monthly Club Kaboom series, and kids will go on a mission to uncover the hidden history of the former freight house. It is a fun, hands-on way to explore local heritage and solve mysteries from the past. The historic scavenger hunt will take place from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the library, located at 102 […]
Two Kenton High School art students had artwork accepted into the 2026 Kewpee High School Invitational at Artspace in Lima. This year's competition was the biggest yet, with 393 pieces entered and 193 pieces being juried into the showcase. Brenton Coppler and Emma Muller’s artwork were both accepted into the exhibition and Coppler's piece was awarded 1st place in the painting division. The Kewpee High School Invitational Exhibit runs now through April 11. Artspace hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
