Ohio Flags Ordered to Half-Staff to Honor the Late Dolly Parton

Ohio Flags Ordered to Half-Staff to Honor the Late Dolly Parton

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In honor of the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio effective immediately until sunset, September 1, 2026. The music legend passed away today (Tuesday August 25, 2026) at her home in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years of age. Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine […]

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Legal Notice: Goshen Township Zoning Commission Public Hearing

Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code # 519.12(D). The Goshen Township Zoning commission, Hardin County, Ohio, gives notice that a public hearing will be held on, August 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM at 21012 County Road 100, Kenton, Ohio. The purpose of this hearing is to consider amending the Goshen Zoning Plan to add regulations Regarding renewable energy systems initiated by the Goshen Township Board of Trustees by resolution on August 3, 2026. The proposed text of amendments will be available […]

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Flood Warning Replaces Flash Flood Warning for the Area

A flash flood warning has expired, but a flood warning has been issued for our area. The flash flood warning expired at 9:30 this morning, and the National Weather Service then issued the warning until 3:15 this (Thursday) afternoon. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain has fallen in some areas, and that combined with saturated ground and runoff is causing flooding. Many roads around Hardin County are covered with rain, and the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office is advising motorists […]

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DeWine and Cross On Hand for Kenton Fire Truck Dedication Ceremony

Several visitors were in attendance Wednesday for the Kenton Fire Department fire truck dedication event. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine joined former representative Jon Cross, who helped secure funding for the purchase, and former House Speaker Rep. Jason Stephens. They were on hand to welcome the new fire engine to the fire department’s fleet. The engine was purchased by grant money awarded to the department in 2024. DeWine, Cross and several other officials helped to push the engine into the fire […]

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NWS Releases Special Weather Statement Involving Cold Air Funnels; Issues Flood Watch

Special Weather Statement from National Weather Service for Hardin-Mercer-Auglaize-Darke-Shelby-Logan-Union-Delaware-Miami-Champaign-Clark-Madison-Franklin-Licking. Including the cities of Kenton, Ada, Celina, Coldwater, Wapakoneta, St. Marys, New Bremen, Minster, Greenville, Sidney, Bellefontaine, Marysville, Delaware, Troy, Piqua, Tipp City, Urbana, Springfield, London, West Jefferson, Plain City, Downtown Columbus, and Newark Showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing brief cold air funnels this afternoon and evening. Several funnel clouds have already been spotted across west-central Ohio, with this feature potentially moving into central Ohio over the coming […]

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Body of Woman Found in a Pond on Her Property in Logan County

A missing 63-year-old Zanesfield woman was found dead in a pond on her property on Tuesday. According to information from the Logan County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to 7782 State Route 559 at just before 10 Tuesday night in reference to a missing woman. When deputies arrived, they searched a pond on the property and found her in the pond. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. She was identified as Marianne R. Saxton, 63 of that address. Deputies […]

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Wyandot County Sheriff Announces Removal of Flock Cameras Around the County

Wyandot County Sheriff Todd Frey stated that he has started the process of removing Flock cameras from around Wyandot County. In a release Sheriff Frey said his office explored the idea of having the cameras strategically placed in the county a little over year ago. After consideration, he said he supported and authorized the 16 cameras to help with Criminal Investigations and Search/Rescue of cases of Alzheimer, Dementia, Runaways and Missing Person/Children investigations. The Sheriff said he spoke with many […]

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HN Looking for Volunteers for Elementary Reading Program

Hardin Northern is looking for volunteers to join their elementary reading program. Reading time is Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 9:00 AM. Most volunteers go to the school's STEM lab just one day a week, and some volunteer for two days. All lesson plans and materials are fully provided. Information on how to sign up can be found on the Hardin Northern Local School District Facebook page.

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Alliance Shines Tourism Spotlight on Old Order Amish Country

Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Tourism Spotlight on Hardin County’s Old Order Amish Country. You can enjoy a scenic drive past quaint farmsteads and horse-drawn buggies, then stop along the way to shop authentic homemade baked goods, fresh produce, handcrafted quilts, and custom woodworking straight from the farm. A link to a printable brochure can be found on the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Facebook page.

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