The deadline to register for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio Firecracker 5K is this Sunday June 21. The 1st Annual event will be held on Saturday, June 27. The race starts at 9:30 that morning at Ada War Memorial Park. Prizes will be awarded for first place in adult and youth categories. More information can be found on the Hardin Freedom Fest Facebook page.
Hardin County Sheriff's Office The next Hardin County Coffee with the Sheriff event will be held on Friday, June 26. It will run from 9:00 until 10:30 that morning at the Bear's Den at the Plaza in Mt. Victory. Sheriff Keith Everhart and members of the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office will be in attendance. It is a chance to ask questions, express concerns or to offer a compliment. The coffee is compliments of the Sheriff.
LIMA, Ohio — The Lima Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to celebrate summer and the spirit of America at its annual Patriotic Pops concerts, featuring beloved patriotic favorites, iconic film music, and lively American classics. This year’s free community performances will take place on Saturday, June 27, at 7 p.m. at Pangle Pavilion at the Greater Lima Region Park & Amphitheater in Lima and again on Sunday, June 28, at 7:30 p.m. on the west lawn of Ada High School, a […]
Kenton Historic Courthouse District It's the last call for Eats on the Street sponsors. Kenton Historic Courthouse District stated that there is still time to become a General Sponsor and get your name at all of the events. That includes the new programming such as Concert Series, Halloween Party, Candlelight concert and more. For more information or questions, please email hcd@hccba.com.
Marion, Ohio Police Department The Marion Police Department announced the graduation of Major B.J. Gruber from the Public Safety Leadership Academy or PLSA. PLSA is an 11-week prestigious, advanced leadership opportunity for law enforcement leaders from around Ohio. The academy hosts qualifying officers from various police departments, sheriff's offices, and state agencies. Training focuses on leadership, ethics, public administration, community engagement, and managing contemporary policing challenges.
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance posted its latest Hardin County Community Spotlight. On the Alliance’s Facebook page and website, they are featuring local businesses that make each of the county’s communities unique. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a variety of places to Eat, Sip, Shop and Visit. Featured in Wednesday’s spotlight were locations in the Village of Ada. They are Tavern 101, Whatever Cards and Games and Ada War Memorial Park. 𝐄𝐚𝐭/𝐒𝐢𝐩Tavern 101101 South Main […]
Hardin Northern's Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, June 23. Prior to the meeting, Hardin Northern will be seeking community feedback on the use of Federal Consolidated Title IA funds for the 2026-27 school year. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m. at the school.
FINDLAY, Ohio - Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA) yesterday announced Vision 2035, a ten-year strategic plan that charts the organization's course through the next decade and strengthens its role as a cultural anchor for Findlay and Hancock County. Built with input from 300 community members, three focus groups, a board and staff working group, and arts planning firm TOC Arts Partners, Vision 2035 is grounded in focused, intentional growth: thoughtful choices that strengthen the organization and expand what […]
COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA), National Weather Service (NWS), and the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness (OCSWA) are promoting Lightning Safety Awareness Week which runs June 21-27. Lighting is a leading cause of weather-related injuries and deaths in the United States. Each year, about 25 million lightning flashes occur, causing around 30 fatalities and many long-term injuries. “Lightning can be fascinating to watch, but can kill in an instant,” said Ohio EMA Executive Director Sima Merick. “In […]
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.
