Central Ohio Symphony Brings Sounds of the Season to the Marion Palace Theatre

Central Ohio Symphony Brings Sounds of the Season to the Marion Palace Theatre

The sounds of the holidays will fill the historic Marion Palace Theatre as the Central Ohio Symphony presents Sounds of the Season on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM. This festive afternoon concert invites audiences of all ages to experience the beauty and excitement of live, professional orchestral music through a celebration of beloved holiday favorites and timeless seasonal melodies. With rich symphonic arrangements and the unmistakable warmth of familiar Christmas music, Sounds of the Season promises an afternoon filled […]

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Benjamin Logan High School Welcomes New National Honor Society Members

Benjamin Logan Local School District Benjamin Logan High School celebrated the induction of new members into the National Honor Society (NHS) during a special ceremony held before the entire student body last week. Membership in NHS recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in four pillars: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. The ceremony provided an opportunity for classmates and staff to celebrate the students’ achievements and commitment to these values. The schoolwide ceremony also reflected the respectful and supportive culture at Benjamin […]

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Community Comes Together to Support Hardin County Special Olympics

95.3 WKTN Radio, along with several generous local businesses, helped raise $600 for Hardin County Special Olympics during the Hardin County Sheriff's Office vs. Hardin County Pioneers basketball game held Sunday, November 8th. The Pioneers took home the win at the biggest game of the year. WKTN broadcast the charity basketball game and offered local businesses the opportunity to sponsor the broadcast, with 50% of each sponsorship going directly to Hardin County Special Olympics. Thanks to the support of 12 […]

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Fatal Crash Claims Life of Bluffton Man in Allen County

LIMA – On November 7, 2026, at approximately 5:30 P.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on Sandusky Road in Bath Township, Allen County. Nathan Ulrey, age 46, of Bluffton, was driving a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado west on Sandusky Road. Mr. Ulrey drove off the right side of the roadway, struck a parked car, overturned several times, and struck two trees. Mr. Ulrey was not wearing his safety […]

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Obituary for James “Jim” B. Corbin

James "Jim" B. Corbin 89of Mt. Victory James "Jim" B. Corbin, 89, of Mt. Victory, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at his son's residence.He was born on October 18, 1937, in Marion, Ohio, to the late Donald and Virginia (Dutton) Corbin. On April 29, 1960, he married Connie Cronley, who preceded him in death on June 1, 2025.Surviving are his son, Brad (Juliann) Corbin; 3 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death […]

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Driver Swerves to Avoid Deer, Crashes Into Union County Residence

Marysville – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash that occurred Saturday, November 7, 2026, morning on State Route 31 near mile post 19 Union County. The Ohio State Highway Patrol was notified of a single vehicle crash that struck a private residence. The preliminary investigation showed that a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, operated by Kiara Lowry, 18 of Richwood, Ohio, was northbound on State Route 31 when it swerved to avoid striking a deer in the […]

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Updated: Defiance Police Searching for Missing 9-Year-Old

Defiance Police Department Per the Defiance Police Department, the juvenile has been located safe. Updated at 4:25pm on 11/26/2026. New photo updated at 3:07 pm via Defiance Police Department Facebook. The Defiance Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a missing 9-year-old boy. Bentlee Brown is 9 years old and is listed as 4 feet tall and around 40-50 pounds. He was last seen wearing a blue long sleeved shirt with Snoopy on it and red pants. It […]

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2026 Hoopin’ It Up Game Set for Sunday to Benefit Special Olympics

This Sunday, November 8 is the day for the 2026 Hoopin' It Up in Hardin County basketball game. Tip off will be at 2 Sunday afternoon at the Ridgemont School in Mt. Victory. In the contest, the Hardin County Pioneers will be taking on the Hardin County Sheriff's Office. Admission at the door is by donation, and all proceeds go to Hardin County Special Olympics.

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Hardin County Family YMCA Honors Veterans With Special Display and No Join Fee

Hardin County Family YMCA. The Hardin County Family YMCA is inviting residents to visit the lobby of the Y and personalize a star with a veteran’s name, picture, or special message. The stars will be placed in YMCA window to honor the brave men and women who have served the country. As part of its Veterans Day Special, from this Sunday, November 8, through Saturday, November 14, the Hardin County Family YMCA is offering no join fee for all veterans […]

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