Ohio State Highway Patrol Reminds Drivers to Move Over for Emergency Vehicles

Ohio State Highway Patrol Reminds Drivers to Move Over for Emergency Vehicles

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding motorists that flashing emergency lights mean it’s time to move over or, when that’s not possible, reduce your speed. Troopers issued 7,020 citations in work zones last year. Over a third was for drivers exceeding the limit by 20 miles per hour or more. The law imposes fines of up to $300 for first-time offenders and up to $1,000 for repeat offenders, and strict criminal charges for violations causing injury or death.

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Obituaries

UPDATED: Obituary for Donald Edward Kraft

Updated 07/22/2026 1:12 pm Donald Edward Kraft was born in Kenton, Ohio on February 6, 1944, to the late John Adam and Phoebe (Wagner) Kraft. He died on July 18, 2026. On December 28th, 1966, he married Jane Cole in Sault Ste. Marie, MI and they were happily married for nearly 60 years. He was preceded in death by his stepmother Irene Kraft; special aunt Ruth (Kraft) Chamberlain; and siblings Marjorie Allen, Jane Ralston, Norma Breslin and Stella Hill.Donald's survivors […]

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Pilot Seriously Injured in Montgomery County Ultralight Aircraft Crash

Trotwood – Troopers from the Dayton Post of the Ohio State highway Patrol responded to an aircraft crash that occurred at approximately 3:00 PM Sunday, July 19, 2026.The crash took place at an airstrip located on North Lutheran Church Road and Old Dayton Road. A preliminary investigation revealed that a Kolb Firestar ultralight aircraft was attempting to land. The aircraft lost control, traveled off the west side of the runway, and overturned. The pilot was ejected from the aircraft. The […]

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Marion Man Arraigned in Fatal Fourth of July OVI Crash That Killed Teen

Marion County Prosecutor Ray Grogan announced on Monday that Timothy Best, 66, of Marion, faces felony charges for driving drunk and killing a 16-year-old boy on July 4, 2026. According to a release, on that date, Best drove a Ford pick-up truck northbound on County Road 183. He collided with a parked car. A boy who was watching fireworks with his family was standing behind the parked vehicle. Best’s truck crushed the teen between his truck and the car. The […]

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Forest-Jackson Public Library Reschedules Pool Party for July 28

Forest-Jackson Public Library The Forest-Jackson Public Library's Pool Party that was canceled this morning due to weather, will now be held next Tuesday, July 28. It will start at 11am at the Mount Blanchard Swimming Pool, located at 101 South Park Street. Pizza will be served afterwards in the open-air pavilion.

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Husted leads bill to protect Americans from footing the bill for new data centers

WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) introduced the Ratepayer Protection Act to ensure American families and small businesses aren’t left paying for the energy infrastructure needed to support new data centers. “If America wants to lead the world in AI and strengthen our national security, we have to build the energy infrastructure to support it. But we must do that without passing the costs on to working families and small businesses. The Ratepayer Protection Act would keep America globally competitive […]

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Price McElroy Funeral Home Receives Business Beautification Award

Keep Hardin County Beautiful is pleased to present this month's Business Beautification Award to Price McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton. A drive through downtown Kenton makes it easy to appreciate the care and attention that has gone into this property. The updated gray siding, paved parking lot, attractive lighting, and welcoming flowerpots all contribute to a beautiful and inviting appearance. These improvements not only enhance the funeral home's property but also complement the thoughtful design and ongoing revitalization of our […]

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Two Injury Crashes Reported Within 15 Minutes in Hardin County Monday Afternoon

First responders in Hardin County were dispatched to two separate injury crashes that occurred within 15 minutes of each Monday afternoon. According to information on the 9-1-1 call sheet, the first occurred at just before 2:30pm on State Route 31 near Township Road 265. Around 12 minutes later, an injury accident was reported in the 700 block of Madriver Street in front of Dollar General in Forest. WKTN is awaiting information on the crashes from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office.

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Severe Thunderstorms Possible This Afternoon and Evening

Occasional thunderstorms are expected into this evening. According to the National Weather Service, some severe storms will be possible, especially this afternoon into evening. Damaging wind will be the primary threat, but large hail and an isolated tornado will also be possible. In addition, some of the storms will be capable of producing very heavy rainfall and localized flash flooding. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the weather.

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