West Ohio Food Bank Seeks Donations to Support Local Children and Families

West Ohio Food Bank is seeking donations in its quest to serve 19,990 children annually through their School Pantry and Backpack Programs. The food bank serves residents in an 11-county area, which includes Hardin. Your gift now will help ensure that kids and families have access to nutritious food. Every $10 helps provide up to 50 meals. You can visit the West Ohio Food Bank's website for more information on how to donate by clicking here.

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Flash Flood Warning Continues for Southern Logan and Central Shelby Counties Until 10:00 pm 08-19-26

BULLETINFlash Flood WarningNational Weather Service Wilmington OH704 PM EDT Wed Aug 19 2026The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a* Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Logan County in west central Ohio... Central Shelby County in west central Ohio...* Until 1000 PM EDT.* At 704 PM EDT, radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Patricia (Patti) Ann Yates

Patricia (Patti) Ann Yates, 78 of rural Forest was called to her heavenly home on Tuesday August 18, 2026. Born on May 24, 1948 in Kenton, Ohio, she was the oldest child of the late Dale and Mary Jane (Cockrell) Conover. Patti was a 1966 graduate of Kenton High School. Patti worked at Whirlpool Corporation Findlay where she held multiple positions before retirement. She married Paul Darius Yates in 2000, and he preceded her in death on October 31, 2024. […]

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Findlay Employee Honored With John Edward Seman Award for Excellence

Pictured above: Katie Seman, Dan Seman, Joel Borer, Mayor Christina Muryn, Service-Safety Director Rob Martin Findlay, Ohio – August 18, 2026 - The City of Findlay presented Joel Borer, Wastewater Operator Class I, with Water Pollution Control Center, with the John Edward Seman Award for Employee Excellence on August 18, 2026. Joel has worked in the wastewater plant for over 10 years tackling a tough job with unfailing positivity. His colleagues note that he always finds happiness and joy from […]

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City of Findlay Honors Employees for Years of Service and Lifesaving Actions

Pictured above Lifesaving Award recipients: Mayor Christina Muryn, Marcus Gierke, Chase Glick, Service-Safety Director Rob Martin FINDLAY, Ohio – The City of Findlay honored employees for their dedication, excellence, and service at a luncheon held August 18, 2026. The City recognized 53 employees for their years of service, marking milestones ranging from five to 35 years with the City. The following individuals were recognized: 5 Years: Kyle Bormuth, Police Department; Jason Dunn, Computer Services; Nicholas Fazzio, Fire Department; Carter Gilmore, […]

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Hardin County Dog Warden to Hold Final Dog Days of Summer Event

Hardin County Dog Warden The Hardin County Dog Warden's last Dog Days of Summer event will be held this Saturday, August 22. It will start at noon at the Court House Square in downtown Kenton. This is a community dog walk and adoption meet and greet event. You will learn more about the adoption process to give the dogs a forever home. You can also bring your own dogs for pup cups, a photo booth and more.

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Hardin County Young Professionals to Skip September Meeting

The Hardin County Young Professionals group will not be meeting in September. That is due to busy schedules during the Hardin County Fair. Their next meeting is scheduled for October 14. You can find more information about the group on the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Facebook page.

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Water Main Break Reported in Ada

A water main break has been reported in the Village of Ada. According to information on the Village of Ada Facebook page, the break is located at Johnson and High Streets. A village crew is working to get it repaired as soon as possible.

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Showers and Thunderstorms Expected This Afternoon Into Tonight

Showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast for this afternoon into tonight for Hardin and surrounding counties. According to the National Weather Service, the storms may produce heavy rainfall. Flooding is a possibility, especially where storms may end up being more persistent.

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