Bluffton students to share cross-cultural learning experiences

Bluffton students to share cross-cultural learning experiences

BLUFFTON, Ohio – Bluffton University students will share their experiences from Spring 2026 cross-cultural programs during Forum at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, in Yoder Recital Hall. Students who participated in cross-cultural experiences in Washington, D.C., Ecuador, Kentucky and Tanzania will reflect on their time in these communities and the ways their experiences expanded their understanding of culture, community and the world. Bluffton's cross-cultural program provides students opportunities to learn beyond the traditional classroom through immersive experiences that connect academic […]

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Ada VFW Post 9381 Donates $1,000 to Hardin County Sheriff’s Office

Photo: Jay Conley with VFW Post #9381 Ada Ohio Ada VFW Post 9381 announced a donation to the Hardin County Sheriff's Office. Quartermaster Jay Conley presented a $1000 check on Tuesday. It was received by Sheriff Keith Everhart and Chief Deputy Scott Holbrook. Everhart and Holbrook thanked the Ada VFW Post, and they expressed their appreciation for the donation.

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Day Three Underway at Wyandot County Fair

Wyandot County Fair Today is day three of the Wyandot County Fair. It is Senior Citizens Day, and admission for those 62 and over is $3. Senior Citizens activities will be taking place in the Masters Building. Harness racing will be featured in the Grandstand starting at 5:00. A calf scramble starts at 6:30 this evening in the Horse Arena. The fair runs through this Saturday at the fairgrounds in Upper Sandusky.

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Riverdale Mini Cheerleaders Earn Top Honors at Hardin County Fair

Tiny's Mini'sYouth Banana Spirit Award The Riverdale Mini Cheerleading team wrapped up its season with several honors at the Hardin County Fair. The Minis took first place in the competition. The Tiny's and Mini's both received the Banana Spirit Award, recognizing the spirit shown by the youth teams. 1st row left to right: Elyza Miller, Henley Niederkohr, Claire Keiser 2nd row left to right: Clara Cruz, Gemma Mowery, Kinzlynn Reed, Kinzley Vanderpool 3rd row left to right: Madie Messenger, Monica Smith, […]

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Riverdale School Community Honors Lives Lost on 9/11

Riverdale Local Schools Riverdale School students and staff came together on Friday, September 11 as a school community to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, they reflected on the courage and sacrifice of first responders, ordinary citizens, and all those whose lives were forever changed that day. It was also an opportunity to remind students of the importance of courage, service, kindness, and unity. Allison Rader and the Riverdale Band […]

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Obituary for Paul Eugene Tackett

Paul Eugene TackettAge 81, of Dunkirk Per his request, there will be no services. He will be laid to rest at Dunkirk Cemetery. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements.Paul Eugene Tackett passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born on February 15, 1945, in Lima to the late Tollie and Nancy (England) Tackett. He married Marilyn Shaw, the love of his life of 61 years, and she survives in […]

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Alger Residents Can Vote on 2026 Trick-or-Treat Date

The Village of Alger The Village of Alger is conducting a Trick-or-Treat Community Poll. Residents are invited to cast their vote for this year’s Trick-or-Treat date. The choices are Thursday, October 29 or Saturday, October 31. To submit your response, please click here. The poll closes October 5.

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Adult Watercolor Workshop Coming to Ada Public Library

Ada Public Library The Adult Watercolor Workshop is coming to the Ada Public Library on Wednesday, September 23 at 7:00 pm. Local artist Hannah Warwick will guide you through painting your very own watercolor masterpiece. All materials will be provided. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Visit the library at 320 North Main Street in Ada or call at 419-634-5246 to register.

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Kenton Architectural Review Board Announces Meeting Schedule

The City of Kenton Architectural Review Board will be meeting on the third Tuesday of each month. The Board will meet to review applications for downtown historic district permits requiring variances or board approval. It will be held in the City Building at 111 West Franklin Street in Kenton. If there are no applications requiring review, the meeting may be canceled.

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