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Findlay’s Freedom 250 Poster Highlights Hancock County History

Findlay, Ohio – The City of Findlay is proud to unveil its submission to the Freedom 250 City Art Poster Project, a collaborative initiative with the National Endowment of the Arts and The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM). The project encourages communities across the country to celebrate their local histories and showcase the stories, people and places that contribute to our shared national identity.  Created by local artist Ambz of Hysteria Co. Design Studio, Findlay’s poster highlights Hancock County’s […]

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Ada Officials Remind Residents to Prepare Homes and Water Lines for Winter

Cold winter temperatures are not too far off, and Village of Ada officials are reminding to take precautions now to protect their homes and water lines from freezing temperatures. You should insulate exposed pipes, disconnect outdoor hoses, keep your heat on, and let faucets drip when necessary. You should also know where your main water shutoff valve is located, because if a pipe bursts, shutting off the water quickly can help minimize damage. Residents and property owners are encouraged to […]

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Hardin County Sheriff Holds Swearing-In Ceremony for Three New Deputies

Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart recently held a formal swearing-in ceremony for three new deputies. The ceremony was held for Deputies Jace Miller, Robert Digby, and Donald Deckling. While the three deputies were officially sworn in prior to the event, this ceremony gave the Sheriff's Office an opportunity to celebrate their commitment alongside their families and fellow employees. Pictures from the ceremony can be found on the Hardin County Sheriff's Office Facebook.

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University of Findlay Celebrates 21st Annual Helping Hands Food Drive

The University of Findlay’s Helping Hands Food Drive continues its mission to combat food insecurity throughout Hancock County. Celebrating the campaign’s 21st year, campus and community members gathered Thursday, Nov. 5, for an awards ceremony recognizing this year’s achievements, announcing contest winners, and revealing the final food donation totals. This year, Helping Hands collected 300, 299 pounds of food, with 281 volunteers contributing a combined 684 hours to the effort. David Harr, University of Findlay’s dining director, shared his appreciation […]

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Lima Post Announces Trooper of the Year

Lima - Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Kenton Gibson has been selected as the 2026 Trooper of the Year at the Lima Post. The selection of Trooper Gibson, age 36, is in recognition of outstanding service during 2026 at the Lima Post. Fellow officers stationed at the Lima Post chose Trooper Gibson based on leadership abilities, professional ethics, courteous treatment of others, enthusiastic work attitude, and cooperation with supervisors, peers, and the public. Trooper Gibson joined the Highway Patrol in […]

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Obituary for Dennis L. Rhoads

Dennis L. Rhoads, 75, of Kenton, passed away November 2, 2026. He was born October 26, 1951 to William Joseph Rhoads and Geneva (Barney) Rhoads in Fremont, OH.He is survived his children; Dennis E. Rhoads and Donna (Christopher) Hall, stepdaughter; Arlene Claybaugh, longtime companion; Rosie Claybaugh, brothers; Edward (Sue) Rhoads, Orville (Sandy) Rhoads, David (Darlene) Rhoads and Flannery Rhoads, sisters; Carolyn Crabill, Vickie (Phillip) Null, Elwanda Null, seven grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.Preceding him in death were his parents, daughter-in-law; Cheryl […]

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Findlay Post Announces Trooper of the Year

Findlay – Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Jacob W. Bowers has been selected as the 2026 Trooper of the Year at the Findlay Post.The selection of Trooper Bowers is in recognition of outstanding service during 2026 at the Findlay Post. Fellow officers stationed at the Findlay Post, chose Trooper Bowers based on leadership abilities, professional ethics, courteous treatment of others, enthusiastic work attitude, and cooperation with supervisors, peers, and the public. Trooper Bowers joined the Highway Patrol in 2024 and […]

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Two Men Facing Murder Charges in Death of Kenton Man Bound Over to Grand Jury

The cases against two men who were arrested last week in connection to the death of a Kenton man were bound over to a grand jury. Antonio Lennelle Smith, of Columbus, and James Eugene Roton Jr., of Marion, are facing murder charges in connection to the death of Seth Rigdon. Rigdon's family reported his disappearance on October 23 when he hadn't been seen for several days prior to that date. Court documents indicate that Smith and Roton told investigators that […]

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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.