General Dynamics will hold an application event next week at Ohio Means Jobs Hardin County in Kenton. The event will take place from 9am to noon on Tuesday June 11 at 175 West Franklin street, Suite 150. Those attending will be able to meet with the General Dynamics team to learn about the current and anticipated openings and get assistance with the online application.
The average price for a gallon of gas in Hardin County climbed 7 cents from last week. AAA reported that the average price for a gallon of regular grade gas is $2.66 today, compared to $2.59 from last week. Despite the increase, it was still the cheapest price in our region. The most expensive is in Logan County where the average cost is $2.82 a gallon. The statewide average climbed 11 cents per gallon to $2.77 […]
A lightning strike ignited a house fire in Wyandot County over the weekend. According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, the homeowner, Brandy Fredritz, stated that the family was inside Saturday night when they saw the flash of lightning and shortly afterward, they looked out and saw what they thought was fog but quickly realized it was smoke. The family made it out of the house safely. The Carey and Upper Sandusky Fire Departments […]
A theft was reported to Kenton police over the weekend. According to the report, a resident in the 100 block of North Market Street told officers that a trampoline was stolen from his property. The value of the trampoline was listed at $300. The incident is under investigation.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced today that troopers will operate an OVI checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week. The county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day prior to the checkpoint, and the location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint. If you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or make other travel arrangements before you drink. Don’t let another life be lost for the senseless and selfish […]
Two vehicles were damaged in a crash that occurred over the weekend in Wyandot County. According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, 43 year old Patricia Risner, of Carey, drove from County Highway 93 onto U.S. 23, and her vehicle struck the left side trailer tires on a semi being operated by 51 year old Ernie Meadows, of Ashville. Moderate damage occurred to both vehicles. There were no injuries, and Risner was cited for […]
A Bluffton teenager was cited following a weekend crash in Hancock County. According to the report from the Findlay Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 17 year old Garrison Holland was traveling east on County Road 313 and went off the left side of the road, where his car struck a stop sign. Moderate damage occurred to the car. Holland was not injured. He was cited for failing to maintain reasonable control.
As part of an international movement, the American Red Cross will launch the Missing Types campaign June 11th to raise awareness of the need for blood donors to ensure lifesaving blood is available for patients. During the campaign, iconic corporate and civic brands, celebrities and influencers will remove the A, B and O – the main blood groups – from signage, websites and other public-facing platforms to illustrate the critical role every blood donor plays. When the letters […]
KENTON-Hardin County Soroptimist International announced the Club 250 winner for week 27. Be Rice-Anderson will receive $100. Club 250 is a fundraiser that helps to award scholarships to local women and girls. The group also announced that the June meeting will take place this Thursday June 6 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Kenton. Social time will begin at 5:30, and the meeting starts at 6pm.
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.