A Plant Sale is being held at the Roundhead Park on May 16. The hours will be from 9 to 11am. There will be various kinds of plants for sale, including annuals and perennials. You will be able to find anything pertaining to flowers, vegetables and gardening.
Average prices for a gallon of gasoline continues to decrease. According to AAA, the average U.S. price is $4.02 a gallon today, which is a decrease of eight cents since last Wednesday. The Ohio average is $3.78 a gallon, which is a couple of pennies cheaper than last week. Hardin County's average price per gallon is at $3.61 a gallon, seven cents lower than last week's $3.68. The cheapest average in our region is $3.54 a gallon in Auglaize County, […]
Screenshot A Lima woman was arraigned in Hardin County Common Pleas Court this (Wednesday) morning on charges of murder, involuntary manslaughter, strangulation, and felonious assault. 64-year-old Donna Jo Miller pleaded not guilty to all charges. Judge Maria Santo set bond at $500,000 cash or surety and scheduled the five-day jury trial to begin July 13. Miller was arrested late last week on the charges connected to the death of Paula Dirmeyer in November of 2025, following an investigation conducted by […]
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce has recognized Ada High School and Ada Elementary School as Purple Star Schools for the Class of 2026. This distinction reflects the schools’ successful fulfillment of the rigorous standards established by Ohio’s Purple Star Advisory Board. The criteria are designed to ensure schools provide meaningful support to military-connected students and their families. Military-connected youth often face unique academic and social-emotional challenges, particularly during times of transition, activation, and deployment. The Purple Star designation […]
COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 21, 2026 – This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation, or to refinance certain debts. The FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, […]
The Village of McGuffey Council is looking to add a couple of more members. Individuals who are motivated and ready to improve the village are encouraged to apply. If interested, village residents can turn in a letter of interest. You should then attend the next McGuffey Village Council meeting on May 4 at 6pm. Story from here: https://www.facebook.com/villageofmcguffey/videos/1516680582740489
A "Touch a Truck" event is being held at Ohio Northern University tomorrow evening. The hours are from 5 until 8pm Thursday on the campus in Ada. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office will be participating. You can get an up-close look at their patrol and tactical vehicles, and it's a great opportunity to meet local deputies, ask questions about law enforcement equipment, and see the tools they use every day. K9 Saber will also be on-site and ready for visits. […]
A presentation on Anxiety in Childhood will take place at the Ada Library this evening. That will start at 7pm at 320 North Main Street in Ada. Those attending will learn about how anxiety can show up in childhood, the research behind it, and how to help your child manage daily anxieties. The presentation will be given by Julia Gross, a senior psychology student with a clinical/counseling concentration at Ohio Northern University. Story from: https://www.facebook.com/AdaPublicLibrary
Step Back in Time at 'Passport Through Our Past': Celebrate America 250 at the Hancock Historical Museum! Findlay, OH — A Free, Family-Friendly Event This Saturday Featuring Live History Reenactments, Fun Activities, and More! On April 25th, the Hancock Historical Museum invites families and history lovers of all ages to take a journey through America’s history at a one-of-a-kind event called "Passport Through Our Past." This exciting celebration is part of the nationwide America 250 initiative, commemorating the 250th anniversary […]
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.
