Ohio is the Heart of Agriculture, so in 2026, the Ohio Department of Agriculture is highlighting each county’s’ commitment to farming. In the latest highlight, Hardin County was featured. Hardin County is in the top 10 percent nationally when it comes to agricultural output, with sales topping $400 million.
Revitalize Kenton revealed the Mural Mystery on Thursday. The group announced that Hillcrest Lanes on the west side of Kenton is the partner for the mural project. Hillcrest Lanes is celebrating its 50th year in the community. Hannah Flowers found the grant to make the project possible. Revitalize Kenton thanked Hillcrest Lanes, Karin Seiler, Walt Albert, who is 99 years young, and the artists, vendors and committee who were willing to quickly move on the opportunity. Volunteer opportunities for the […]
COLUMBUS – Over the upcoming Labor Day Weekend, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) will be focusing on removing impaired drivers from roadways across the state. The Patrol’s 2026 Labor Day reporting period began today, September 4 at midnight and concludes on Monday, September 7 at 11:59 p.m. “We want everyone to enjoy the Labor Day holiday, but do so responsibly,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “That means designating a sober driver before you go out, ensuring all […]
Lisa (Mauk) Tetirick 65of Zanesfield formerly of Kenton Lisa (Mauk) Tetirick passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine. Services for Lisa are pending with the Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton.
Hardin County Family YMCA. Registrations are being accepted now for the Hardin County Family YMCA's Hardin Harvest 5K and 1 mile Run. The event will start at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 25. All ages are welcome, and you can walk, run or jog. Races will begin and end at the Y, located at 918 West Franklin Street in Kenton. There will be cider, donuts and a t-shirt for every participant who registers by September 18. To register, please click […]
When visitors step into the backyard of Brian and Kathy Born, they are immediately welcomed into a peaceful, colorful retreat. Every corner of the garden bursts with vibrant blooms and unique plants, creating a relaxing oasis filled with a remarkable variety of colors, textures, and fragrances. The Borns have lived in their home for more than 40 years and have spent decades transforming their backyard into a gardener's paradise. Over the years, they have created new flower beds and introduced […]
AgCredit, ACA AgCredit announced its support for recovery efforts at the Hardin County Fairgrounds. In March, the Hardin County Fairgrounds sustained extensive damage from a tornado. On Wednesday, AgCredit presented a $12,000 donation toward the purchase of a building for Junior Fair use.
Kenton City Schools is reminding fans at Merold Field and the Central Office Gym that the fire lane, between the building and the tennis courts, must be kept clear for the timely response of emergency vehicles. Buses and equipment vehicles of visiting teams are permitted to park on the south side only of the lane, but no parking is permitted on the North side of the lane. Additionally, no parking is permitted on the West side of Taylor Street. Soccer […]
The Hardin County Fair is shining the spotlight on the young people running for the 2026 Hardin County Junior Fair King and Queen. Over the next few days, they will introduce this year’s candidates on the Hardin County Fair Facebook page. That event will be on day one of the fair. The crowning ceremony will start at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, September 8 in the grandstand on the fairgrounds in Kenton.
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.
