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Not By Choice Outreach Hosts Successful Purse Bingo Fundraiser

Not By Choice Outreach held another successful Purse Bingo fundraiser this past Saturday. All of the proceeds from the fundraiser helps the not-for-profit organization in its mission to help those who are battling cancer. NBC Outreach helps cancer patients who need support, hope, and a reminder that they are not alone. They provide free gas cards, head coverings, and more. To learn more about the organization, please visit nbcoutreach.org. Not By Choice Outreach is located at 116 N. Detroit Street […]

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Middlefield Bank to Become Farmers National Bank

Middlefield Bank, with branches in Kenton and Ada, is in the process of becoming Farmers National Bank. In August of this year, they will be converting Middlefield systems to the Farmers platform, which will allow you to bank at any Farmers location. Up-to-date customer information and documents regarding the merger, have been posted on the Middlefield Bank website. You will find clear and timely information about what the merger means for you, including any updates, key dates, and next steps. […]

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Antwilla Davis Discusses Hardin County Real Estate at Kenton Rotary

At a recent Kenton Rotary lunch, members heard from Antwilla Davis, a realtor with Century 21 in Kenton. Davis discussed the current real estate market and trends in and around Hardin County. She shared that the average sale price for local real estate is $149,000 and offered insights on listing properties. Davis emphasized the need for quality starter homes and sound retirement properties, noting that homes generally stay on the market for about 45 days. Davis has been a realtor […]

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Otterbein Hospice Speaks at Recent Kenton Rotary Meeting

Pictured (L to R) Melissa Madison, RN, Rotary President Frank Dudek and Karen Schlinglof, Executive Director of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice. At a recent Kenton Rotary lunch, members heard from representatives of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice Care. Rotary President Frank Dudek presented a $562 check to the organization, part of the proceeds from the Kenton Rotary Christmas Auction. Karen Schlinglof, Executive Director of Otterbein Universal Home Health and Hospice, spoke about common misconceptions surrounding hospice care. […]

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Construction Progress Underway for Vancrest of Kenton

Progress is being made on the construction of Vancrest of Kenton. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility was held in late September of 2025 on Wildcat Way in Kenton. The 67,700-square-foot facility will be a 64-bed nursing and residential care facility. If all goes as planned, it will open in the Spring of 2027. It is expected to create 51 jobs and a payroll of nearly $2 million. Vancrest was founded in 1960 by Dr. E. E. White and […]

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Last Chance: Hardin County Chamber Awards Nominations Due Today

Today is the last day to submit nominations for the 2025 Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Annual Awards. The awards recognize the outstanding businesses, organizations, and individuals who make the community thrive. Award categories include Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Community Service Award, Nonprofit of the Year, Citizen of the Year, and RE Allen Lifetime Achievement Award. The nominations must be submitted by 4 p.m. today. You can submit your nomination online by clicking here. […]

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Kenton City Council to Meet This Evening

Kenton City Council is scheduled to meet this evening. On the agenda is a resolution tentatively awarding the contract for the Water Treatment Plant Repair and Design to Wessler Engineering is on first reading. On second reading is a resolution finalizing actions having to do with permitting the city to enter into a Highway Improvement Project with the Ohio Department of Transportation, and an ordinance relating to the Downtown Historic District. The 5th regular session of the year will start […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Janet Elizabeth Pickett

Janet Elizabeth PickettApril 8, 1940 - March 7, 2026 Janet Elizabeth (Lee) Pickett, 85, Mt. Blanchard, OH went home to the Lord in the early morning hours of March 7, 2026.She was born April 8th, 1940 in Wharton, OH, to the late Thomas & Maude (Prince) Lee.She married James E. Pickett on September 6, 1959, at the Wharton United Methodist Church after graduating from Wharton High School in 1958.She will be dearly missed by her children: Kimberly (Daniel) Dehnhoff, James […]

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Obituary for Brenda Gail (Manns) Schwartz

Brenda Gail (Manns) Schwartz, entered her Heavenly home on February 22, 2026. She was born on December 19, 1949, to Herbert and Christine Manns. She graduated from Kenton High School in 1968. She married Robert “Les” Schwartz on April 16, 1971. Brenda is survived by her children; David (Monica) Schwartz, of Kenton, Christine (John) Kennedy, of Kenton, and Robert (Danee) Schwartz, of Findlay, grandchildren; Jocelyn Renkert(Hayden Ellis), Thane (Amber) Schwartz, Lyndsey Schwartz, Breanna (Andrew) Streaker, Alexandra Kennedy, Gillian Kennedy, Sydnee […]

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bclark

Not By Choice Outreach Hosts Successful Purse Bingo Fundraiser

Middlefield Bank to Become Farmers National Bank

Antwilla Davis Discusses Hardin County Real Estate at Kenton Rotary

Otterbein Hospice Speaks at Recent Kenton Rotary Meeting

Construction Progress Underway for Vancrest of Kenton

Last Chance: Hardin County Chamber Awards Nominations Due Today

Kenton City Council to Meet This Evening

Obituary for Janet Elizabeth Pickett

Obituary for Brenda Gail (Manns) Schwartz

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