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Auglaize County Crash Claims Life of 19-Year-Old

A 19-year-old Deshler, Ohio resident was killed and three others were injured in a two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday evening at the intersection of State Route 65 and Santa Fe New Knoxville Road in Auglaize County. According to a release from the Wapakoneta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Victoria Schweitzer was driving north on 65 when a vehicle, being operated by 26-year-old Benjamin Pruyn, of Marysville, ran a stop sign and struck her car. Schweitzer was pronounced dead […]

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Free Teen Paint Classes Coming to MLJ Library in Kenton

Wolf Creek Art Center will be hosting a Teen Paint Class at the Mary Lou Johnson- Hardin County District Library on September 16th and September 30th. The free workshop is open to teens 12-17 and will be held from 3:30 until 5:30 pm.  Participants will paint a 16” x 20” creation in acrylics using their own idea or by choosing a pre-sketched canvas. This free workshop is being funded by the Hardin County Community Foundation. Participants can choose a date […]

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Historic Barn Tour Returns to Hancock County Saturday

Photo: Hancock Historical Museum On Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the beloved Historic Barn Tour of Hancock County makes its highly anticipated return, inviting visitors to explore six remarkable historic barns and farm properties throughout Hancock County. Held every other year, the self-guided Historic Barn Tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience that blends local history, farming heritage, family-friendly entertainment, and the atmosphere of a vibrant farmers market. Guests of all ages are invited to journey through the […]

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Fair Week Begins Today in Hardin County

Hardin County Fair The Hardin County Fair officially gets underway today, kicking off six days of food, entertainment, livestock shows, rides and longtime community traditions. General fair hours begin with the gates opening at 7:30 a.m. Exhibit buildings open at 9 a.m., while rides begin operating at noon. Exhibit buildings will remain open until 9 p.m., with rides continuing until 10 p.m. Admission is $10 at the gate. Fair officials also announced a time change both nights of harness racing […]

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Abundance of Donations Prompts Kenton Food Pantry to Open Tomorrow

Photo: Anita VanBuskirk The Kenton Full Gospel Bread of Life Food Pantry will be open today from 8 to 10 a.m. to provide groceries to members of the community. According to the pantry, it had originally planned to remain closed this week following Labor Day. However, an abundance of donations has left the pantry overflowing with food, prompting organizers to open its doors and distribute the available items to local families. A variety of groceries will be available, including meat, […]

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Obituary for Dr. Gary Martin Kinnison

Screenshot Dr. Gary Martin Kinnison passed away peacefully early Friday morning, September 6, 2026, at Blanchard Valley Hospital in Findlay, surrounded by family. He was born on February 13, 1947, in Springfield, Ohio, to the late Everett and Irene (Knecht) Kinnison. On July 29, 1972, he married the love of his life, Jane Lake, who survives in Findlay.Also surviving are his beloved children, Dr. Martin (Amy) Kinnison and Megan (Tim) Collins, and his grandchildren, Madeline, Maddox, Heath, Mary, Irene and […]

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Hardin County Council on Aging to Host Harvest Bingo Night

Hardin County Council on Aging The Hardin County Council on Aging will host a Harvest Bingo Night Wednesday, October 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will be held in the basement of the Moose Lodge at 801 West Lima Street in Kenton, with doors opening at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 and include soups and beverages, bingo prizes and more. The evening will also feature an auction and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets must be reserved by October 13 […]

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Ohio State Marion to Host Engineering Open House

The Ohio State University at Marion Ohio State Marion will host an Engineering Open House Tuesday, September 29, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Ohio State Marion Library Classroom Building. The event will offer an opportunity to learn more about Ohio State Marion’s Engineering Technology program and how it has evolved over the years. Attendees can learn about the latest engineering updates, participate in a panel discussion with an industry leader, take part in self-guided tours, meet engineering faculty and […]

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Hardin County Retired Teachers Association Meeting Set for Sep 18

The Hardin County Retired Teachers Association will meet on September 18 at the Kenton Elks at noon. The menu is broccoli cheddar soup, chicken salad croissant, cookies, and beverage. The cost for the meal is $12, including tax. Please contact Jean Kearns and her committee at 419-673-0392 by Sept. 11 to RSVP.

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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.