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St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima First in Region to Earn “Pediatric Ready” Emergency Designation

Mercy Health — St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima has officially been recognized as a "Pediatric Ready" Designated Emergency Department from the Ohio Emergency Medical Services for Children. That makes the hospital the first in the region to earn the significant designation. This three-year recognition, valid through February 2029, reflects St. Rita's commitment to delivering exceptional, child‑centered emergency care. St. Rita's recently celebrated the milestone at the Ohio Emergency Medical Services for Children Conference, where the team was formally presented […]

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Two Hardin County Students Named Bluffton University President’s Ambassadors for 2026-27

BLUFFTON, Ohio—Bluffton University has named the students who will serve as President’s Ambassadors during the 2026-27 academic year. Selected students assist in recruiting prospective students, welcoming and greeting campus guests, and engaging alumni and donors. President’s Ambassadors receive extensive training in networking, professional development, etiquette, conversational skills and interviewing, preparing them to represent the university at institutional and community events. First implemented during the 2021-22 academic year, the program earned a 2022 Independent College Advancement Associates (ICAA) Program of Excellence Award for its innovative approach to student leadership […]

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Kenton-Central Hardin Optimist Club Sets Date for Annual Easter Egg Hunt

KENTON – The Optimist Club of Kenton-Central Hardin County will hold their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at 1 pm at the Hardin County Courthouse lawn in downtown Kenton.The Easter Egg Hunt is open to ages 1 – 10. Children are asked to bring their own basket or bag for collecting eggs.In case of possible weather issues, please listen to WKTN for updates or visit the Hardin County Optimist Club Facebook page.

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Vendor Sign-Up Open for 40th Harvest and Herb Festival in Ada

Ada Area Chamber of Commerce Vendor sign-up is now open for the 40th Harvest and Herb Festival in Ada. If you’re a maker, grower, artisan, or food vendor, they would love to have you join them. The event is set for Saturday, September 19, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. It will take place on Main Street in Ada.Officials are reminding the community to keep in mind that all official vendor communication will come only from the Ada Area […]

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Kenton Elementary Leadership Day Welcomes KPD and Community Visitors

Kenton Police Department Preschool-5th grade students showcased the Leader in Me Program during Leadership Day at Kenton Elementary School on Tuesday. Visitors went on building tours, watched town halls, learned about leadership clubs, and talked with a student panel. Participation as a visitor to Leadership Day not only gives visitors an inside look at the leadership program at KES, but it also gives the students an opportunity to share their genius and practice their leadership skills. Among the visitors were […]

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Demolition Begins at Former Kenton High School

Demolition of the B and C Buildings of the former Kenton High School started today. Building A will remain and will be used as the school's administrative offices. Next up will be the old Kenton Middle School. Abatement is expected to resume in April, and crews are expected to raze the structure starting around Easter.

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Annual Hardin County Job Fair Set for March 25

OhioMeansJobs Hardin County and the Hardin Career Task Force are hosting the Annual Hardin County Job Fair on Tuesday, March 25th. The event is free and open to the public and will run from 9am until noon in the Community Building at the Hardin County Fairgrounds in Kenton. Employers, agencies, and education providers will be on site and hiring full-time, part-time, seasonal positions and internships. Job seekers should bring resumes and dress for on-the-spot interviews. If you don’t have a […]

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Severe Weather Moving Through Hardin and Surrounding Counties

Today is a weather alert day. Severe weather is possible throughout the day. In addition, a Wind Advisory is also in effect until 7:00 this evening. Southwest winds of 15 to 25 miles per hour, with gust up to 50 miles an hour will be possible. Gusty winds could blow down tree limbs, and a few power outages may result. Damaging winds are the primary threat, but isolated large hail and a few tornadoes are also possible.

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Obituary for Marilyn A Baughman

Marilyn A BaughmanJune 4, 1932 - March 9, 2026 Marilyn Ann Hufford Barth Baughman, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her residence on Monday, March 9, 2026. She was born June 4, 1932, in Belle Vernon, Ohio, to Joseph Smith Hufford and Dorotha Eloise Biller Hufford Gooding. Her mother later married Monford Harry Gooding on March 11, 1973; they all preceded her in death. Marilyn first married Merle Leroy Barth on October 8, 1950. He preceded her in […]

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St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima First in Region to Earn “Pediatric Ready” Emergency Designation

Two Hardin County Students Named Bluffton University President’s Ambassadors for 2026-27

Kenton-Central Hardin Optimist Club Sets Date for Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Vendor Sign-Up Open for 40th Harvest and Herb Festival in Ada

Kenton Elementary Leadership Day Welcomes KPD and Community Visitors

Demolition Begins at Former Kenton High School

Annual Hardin County Job Fair Set for March 25

Severe Weather Moving Through Hardin and Surrounding Counties

Obituary for Marilyn A Baughman

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