Hardin Northern 5th Graders Complete Water Project That Helped Raise Funds for Water for South Sudan Organization

Hardin Northern 5th Graders Complete Water Project That Helped Raise Funds for Water for South Sudan Organization

Photo: Hardin Northern Local School District The Hardin Northern 5th grade classes completed their water project today with a three mile "Water Walk" around the track. This walk was used to simulate the distance that villagers in South Sudan walk to have access to clean water. T The 5th graders also collected $875 from a community sale and donations from the Hardin Northern community. The funds will be sent to the organization Water for South Sudan that drills wells for […]

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Kenton High School Offering Low-Cost Screenings to Determine Student’s Risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Kenton High School is offering low-cost screenings to determine the risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest. SCA is a life-threatening emergency that happens when the heart stops beating. It happens in people of all ages, including kids, and comes with no warning. It’s not a heart attack, it’s a structural or electrical issue with the heart. SCA can be fatal if it’s not treated immediately, and the best way to protect your child is through testing. The low-cost screenings are $20 […]

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Ada Schools Seeking Principal for Ada Elementary for the 2024-2025 School Year

Photo: Ada Bulldogs Ada Exempted Village Schools is currently seeking a Principal for Ada Elementary School for the 2024-2025 school year. Application requirements include the following: -Letter of Interest-Current Resume-Copies of Certificates/Licenses-Unofficial Transcripts-Three letters of recommendation-Brief personal philosophy of the role as an educational leader The deadline to apply for the position is June 7, 2024. The contract award date will be prior to July 1, 2024. To apply, please send your resume to the Superintendent's Office. The office is […]

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FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Now Open in Hancock County

Photo: FEMA A temporary FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will open in Hancock County to help residents kickstart their recovery after the March 14 tornadoes. Specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will be at the center to help survivors apply for federal disaster assistance, upload documents, learn about ways to make their property more disaster resistant, and get their questions answered in person. The temporary center will open at the Hancock County Engineers Office in Findlay. It is […]

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Kenton City Schools Board of Education May Meeting Held Monday Evening

Photo: Kenton City Schools The Kenton City Schools Board of Education conducted its May meeting Monday meeting. Treasurer Jill Smith presented the five -year forecast by noting the district is not deficit spending, "That means we do not have to dip into our reserves. Our reserves at this point from last year are 10.5 million dollars, which is carried into this year. Our revenues are coming in at 24.4 million and our expenses are coming in almost at 23, so […]

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Semi Accident in Allen County Leaves Columbus Grove Man Seriously Injured Monday Morning

A Columbus Grove man was seriously injured in an accident involving a semi that occurred Monday morning on Redd Road in Allen County. According to a release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 77-year-old Carl Dugger lost control of the semi, which ended up of the left side of the road and overturned. Dugger was trapped inside the vehicle and suffered life threatening injuries. He was transported to Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. Redd Road was closed […]

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Amvets Riders 1994 Hosting Bike Night in Kenton This Summer to Support Building Ramps for Veterans

Photo: Amvets Riders 1994 Amvets Riders 1994 and acoustic duo Honey Compass are hosting a bike night in Kenton on July 12th from 6pm to 9pm. There will be live music by Honey Compass, steaks grilled over an open fire, cold drinks, and a good time. All proceeds help Amvet Riders 1994 to build more ramps for disabled veterans in need. Steaks sold at market price until sold out. The Bike Night will take place at the Amvets post […]

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Lima Police Department Celebrates Officers and New K9 Partners

Photo: Lima Police Department K9 Unit The Lima Police Department recently celebrated officers and new K9 partners who completed 6 weeks of K9 training. During the 6 week training, the teams learned how to work together and create a strong bond with their partners. Sgt Torres and K9 Nado, along with K9 Axe and Ptl Wireman will begin their time as a patrol K-9 unit. Ptl Osting and her K9 partner Myla, who is not only a narcotics detection dog, […]

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Hardin Northern Students Hosted Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Speaker Rob Rodabaugh

Photo: Hardin Northern Local School District Hardin Northern Students had a special guest last week. The fourth grade hosted Rob Rodabaugh, from the Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist program. Mr. Rodabaugh taught the students how Ohio’s environment has changed over time. He also encouraged the students to get outside this summer and check out all of the cool nature preserves and wildlife opportunities right in our area. The students had a fun day learning about the history of Ohio’s environment. […]

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