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.
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.
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.
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.
Timothy Lee Altvater, age 65, of Kenton, died Sunday, August 16, 2026, at Kenton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Kenton, Ohio.He was born August 23, 1960, to the late Robert and Viola (Guthrie) Altvater. Tim married Susan A. (Wyant) Altvater on November 22, 1985, and she survives in Kenton. He is also survived by his daughters, Leann (Glen Bridges) Altvater ofLima and Krystal (James Born) Altvater of Kenton; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Tim was preceded in death […]
Amvets Post 1994 The Kenton Amvets Post 1994 will be hosting the 16th annual Poker Run tomorrow, August 15. Registration is set to start at 9:00 a.m. with kick stands up at noon. The cost is $30 per Rider and $10 per Passenger. All Wheels are Welcome. Entertainment by OZZY REBOURNE BAND will be provided from 8:00-10:00 pm. The cost for the dinner and the show is $15 per person. Dinner will be Pulled Pork, Baked Beans and Cole Slaw. […]
Logan County Libraries Logan County Libraries is hosting their annual sale this week. Everything is in the Goodrich Community Room to browse in comfort. The sale will continue to take place today & Saturday from 9 AM - 4 PM. They will accept cash or check only. The library is located at 220 N. Main St. in Bellefontaine.
Area Agency on Aging 3 The Hope in Every Step 5K Run/Walk and 0.5K Walk will be held Saturday, September 5, at Ottawa Metro Park’s Wyandot Shelter House in Lima. The event will begin at 9 a.m., with check-in and registration starting at 8 a.m. The event is being held to raise awareness of a critical issue affecting many older adults in the community. The 5K registration fee is $20 for those who pre-register and $25 on race day. The […]
The Palace Cultural Arts Association invites families to experience Sing-Along September, a month of interactive movie fun at the historic Marion Palace Theatre. Each Saturday in September, audiences are encouraged to sing along to some of their favorite family films on the Palace's big screen. Featuring beloved songs, unforgettable characters, and plenty of opportunities to join in, Sing-Along September offers an affordable way for families to enjoy a Saturday afternoon together. Come early for pre-show fun and keep your eyes […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
