Ohio Northern University Honors Donors at Annual Lehr Society Dinner

Ohio Northern University Honors Donors at Annual Lehr Society Dinner

Ohio Northern University celebrated and thanked a group of donors who supported the university's mission during the annual H.S. Lehr Society dinner last week. In addition to recognizing Life Lehr members and Life Lehr Associate members, the University bestowed its 2026 Outstanding Corporate Partner Award to the Kern Family Foundation and 2026 Outstanding Philanthropist Award to Judy and Oscar Mifsud. Founded in 1974, the Lehr Society is a special group of donors who share a common interest in sustaining ONU […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Frederick Clyde Warren

Frederick Clyde Warren, affectionately known as “Fred,” passed away at his residence in Russells Point, Ohio, on October 10th, 2026. Fred was born in Bluffton, Ohio, to the late John T. and Roberta Warren. At an early age, Fred began working alongside his father at the family’s John Deere dealership, where he developed a lifelong love for equipment and business. He went on to become the youngest International Harvester dealer in the United States and later built a successful career […]

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Wyandot County Community Foundation Recognizes 2026 Grant Recipients

Wyandot County Community Foundation gathered with 2026 grant recipients on Tuesday. It was an opportunity to learn more about the organizations, and their specific projects that will be funded through the grants. 15 organizations received grants this year. 2026 Grant Recipients: Carey Elementary Schools - Stationary Desk Bike for Inclusive Learning Carey Food Pantry/Clothing Bank - Hot Box Pest Treatment Unit Emanuel UCC/The Mud Church - Neighborhood Lunchbox Projecg Marion Technical College Foundation - Instructional Innovation Cart & Display Initiative […]

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Ada Public Forum to Focus on Budget, Proposals and Community Priorities

Fiscal Officer Lydia Fountaine will present a public forum on "Budget Education & Exploration" on Tuesday, October 20 in Ada. It will take place from 5:00 until 6:00 that evening in Council Chambers in the Ada Municipal Building. It is an opportunity for village residents to learn, ask questions, and explore how their local government plans for the Village's future. On the agenda are topics including Understand the Budget, Explore the Proposals, Ask Questions, and Focus on Priorities.

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Ada Bulldog Connect Returns for Visits at Vancrest

Ada Bulldogs Ada Bulldog Connect has returned. 6th grade students from Ada are back at Vancrest each Thursday after school, building connections and friendships with residents. This past week, students enjoyed painting fall pictures with leaves and sharing meaningful conversations. These special visits bring generations together and create opportunities for learning, laughter, and friendship.

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Brock Crace Named First Winner of Hardin Community School Inspiration Contest

Hardin County Sheriff's Office The Hardin County Sheriff's Office announced that Brock Crace was the very first winner of the new inspiration contest at the Hardin Community School. Every couple of weeks, Deputy Donnie Deckling will have a custom canvas picture made featuring an inspirational quote and a life lesson. The challenge for the students is to write down, in their own words, exactly what that lesson means to them and how it applies to their lives. Along with two […]

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Ada Reminds Tree Care Companies of Village Licensing Requirements

Officials in Ada are reminding residents that the village requires tree care companies to obtain a Village Tree Care License before performing tree work within the Village limits. Under the ordinance, this requirement applies to both residential and commercial properties. Requirements include the annual Village Tree Care License, a $25 annual license fee, and proper liability insurance. These requirements help protect residents, property owners, and the community while promoting responsible tree care. You can learn more on the Village of […]

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City of Kenton and Kenton City Schools Partner to Make Walking and Biking to School Safer

KENTON, Ohio — The City of Kenton and Kenton City Schools have joined forces to develop a School Travel Plan and pursue funding through the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. The goal is simple: make it safer and easier for Kenton students to walk and bike to school. The partnership comes at an important time for the district. With the opening of the new Kenton Middle and High School building last December, all Kenton […]

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Hardin County Fair Sees Lower Attendance in 2026 Despite Strong Saturday Turnout

Overall attendance for the 2026 Hardin County Fair was down from 2025. Total attendance for the week of the fair this year was 33,290, compared to 39,245 last year. Daily Attendance Comparisons: (2025 in parenthesis) Tuesday: 5,891 (6133) Wednesday: 4,800 (5619) Thursday: 5,203 (5795) Friday: 6,863 (7394) Saturday: 8,164 (8047) Sunday: 5,431 (6257) The fair ran from September 8 through September 13.

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