James B WeaverDecember 6, 1943 - May 17, 2026 James B. Weaver, age 82, of Bluffton, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Mennonite Memorial Home. He was born December 6, 1943, in Toledo to the late James G. and Audrey (Newman) Weaver. Special people in his life include Linda Johnson; Marla and Ryan Pawlowicz, Reece Blaine and Macy Pawlowicz; Jacqueline Bonarrigo; Peggy Geyer; John Geyer and Brad, Connie, and Brent Johnson as well as many other family and […]
Sandra K. LodgeMarch 12, 1947 - June 6, 2026 Sandra K. Lodge, age 79, of Forest, Ohio, died Saturday, June 6, 2026. She was born March 12, 1947, to the late Ferris A. and Ruth E. (Peters) Buess. On June 12, 1965, she married Thomas L. Lodge, and he survives in Forest. Sandra is also survived by her children, Lisa Patrick of Springboro and Chris (Ruby) Lodge of Harpster; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy (Robert) Bristoll of Forest and […]
Franklin E LeighteyMarch 2, 1932 - June 8, 2026 Franklin Eugene Leightey, age 94 of Upper Sandusky, OH passed away on June 8, 2026 at his home.He was born on March 2, 1932 to Adam J. and Olivia V. (Culver) Leightey who preceded him in death. He married the love of his life Elaine A. Oman on June 30, 1951 and she passed away on November 6, 2016. They celebrated 65 wonderful years together and were blessed with a daughter […]
Ada Area Chamber of Commerce Ada Area Chamber of Commerce is holding its next Membership Mixer on Thursday, June 18. It will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on the patio at Old Route 69 Brewery in Ada. This is an opportunity to connect with fellow members, enjoy a relaxed evening, and learn more about what's happening in the community. Representatives from Thrive Community Partners will also be available for casual conversation about the Ada business environment and the […]
Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance's Community Coffee meeting is taking a brief summer break. There will not be a meeting scheduled for the month of July. The Alliance thanked everyone who has joined them so far this year for the conversations. They added that they are looking forward to reconnecting and sharing updates at the next meeting on August 4.
A fire destroyed a home in Marysville Tuesday morning. According to a release, at just before 8:00 Tuesday morning, Marysville Fire and Police units were dispatched to a residence in the 1100 block of Mills Park Drive. Upon arrival, first responders found that one resident had successfully escaped the structure and was in the backyard. A second person was still inside and was safely removed by Marysville Police Officers. Both residents were escorted to a secure area where they were […]
Michael Davis 36of Kenton A celebration of life for Michael Mark Davis Sr., 36, of Kenton, will be held at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. Michael’s life was tragically cut short in a truck accident on Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born on July 7, 1989, in Glendale, AZ, to Paul Davis and the late Yolanda (Tuttle) Davis. Michael is survived by his son, Michael Davis Jr. of Kenton, […]
Onnie “June” Umbaugh, 94, of Kenton passed away June 9, 2026 with her loved ones by her side. She was born in Kenton, Ohio on March 29, 1932 to Ora and Onnie (Newman) Cosart and was raised by Adam Freshcorn. On September 3, 1955 she married Jack L Umbaugh and he proceeded her in death. June is survived by son; John (Glenda) Umbaugh, daughter; Judy Haines. Grandchildren; Melissa (Josh) Madison, Trea Umbaugh, Carmen Umbaugh, Aaron Umbaugh, Drew (Mandy) Umbaugh, Theresa […]
Pamela J. Webb 61of Richwood Pamela J. Webb passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the Memorial Hospital in Marysville. She was born in Tucson, AZ on March 23, 1965, to the late E.L. Jr. and Rose Mary (Smith) Grose. On July 21, 1984, she married Daniel E. Webb, and he preceded her in death on August 31, 2015. Surviving are a sister, Rose (Leo) Speicher, sisters-in-law, Melisa Grose, Sharon Juzwiak, brothers-in-law, John (Darlene) Webb, Larry (Tish) Webb Sr., […]
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.
