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There are a few contested races on the ballot for the November 5th General Election. Incumbent Republican Fred Rush is facing Write-in candidate Michelle Laubis for the Hardin County Commissioner seat commencing January 2, 2025. Voters will decide between Democratic candidate Sheila Coressel and Republican Ty Mathews for State Representative in Ohio's 83rd District. In the race for Representative to the U.S. Congress 4th District, incumbent Jim Jordan is being […]

There will be a Hardin Northern Junior High girls' basketball parent meeting on Thursday. It will start at 6:30pm tomorrow evening in Coach Hartzell's classroom.  The player handbook will be discussed, and practice schedules will be passed out.  Practice will begin Monday, October 27th.  A parent for any girl that is planning on playing should attend the meeting.  If you cannot attend, contact Coach Hartzell at karissa.hartzell@hardinnorthern.org.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Pamela Boratyn today announced an investment of $63 million dedicated to projects that improve roadway safety. Funding from ODOT’s Highway Safety Improvement Program will support 19 safety projects in 14 counties, including the construction of a dozen roundabouts and the installation of several cable barriers. "We're always looking at how we can make our transportation system safer," said Governor […]

Photo: Ridgemont Publications The Ridgemont Quiz Bowl team finished in 3rd place for their first tournament of the year on Tuesday. Coach Danielle Webber said she is very proud of this group of kids. She noted that the 3rd place finish was against some very tough teams. The coach added that she is looking forward to watching them grow.

Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District's First Fridays for November will be a community social event on Friday, November 1st and Saturday, November 2nd. The theme is 'Shop Small Selfies'. To participate, you need to take and share selfies completing 5 of 12 tasks listed. Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District Two winners will be selected on Monday, November 4th for a $25 VISA Gift Card. To […]

There were no injuries after a mishap involving a semi and Amish buggy at the intersection of State Route 309 and County Road 175, just east of Kenton, Tuesday evening. According to information from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, the semi was waiting to turn north onto 175 from 309, when the Amish buggy attempted to pass on the edge of the road. The buggy got loose in the gravel […]

The Ohio State University Extension reminded residents that as the weather cools down, several unwelcome guests will try to make their way indoors. This fall, you might see black and orange Boxelder Bugs, which love to congregate on sunny walls. Asian Lady Beetles, often mistaken for ladybugs, seek shelter in homes. And Stink Bugs, which can emit a strong odor when disturbed. OSU Extension said that one of the best […]