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New Members Sworn-In at HCSO

The Hardin County Sheriff's Office held a formal swearing-in ceremony for their newest team members late last week. Although they have been working hard since their hire dates, the Sheriff's Office wanted to ensure their loved ones had the opportunity to see them take their ceremonial oath. Sheriff Keith Everhart and the entire staff officially celebrated and welcomed Deputy Tony Black, Deputy Tony Taylor, Civil Deputy Kaylin Hildreth, Civil Deputy Mike Fannon and Civil Deputy Kylee Hites. For more, including […]

February 9, 2026 517

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Summer Food Truck; Eats on the Street Dates Announced

To help you start thinking warmer, HSLC announced that their 7th Annual Summer Thursday Food Truck Takeover will start May 14th. The financial institution promises that this year’s lineup is next level, with new trucks joining the party and plenty of fan favorites. They will unveil which food trucks will be there in the coming weeks. If that doesn't warm you up, the Kenton Historic Courthouse District announced that Eats on the Street will return on Saturday July 18. It […]

February 9, 2026 282

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UNOH Announces Inaugural Alumni Entrepreneurship Award Recipients

The University of Northwestern Ohio is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Alumni Entrepreneurship Awards, recognizing graduates who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurial success across a wide range of industries. Five distinguished alumni will be honored on March 6, 2026, during Fuel the Future: UNOH Alumni Entrepreneurship Awards & Student Pitch Competition, a new signature campus event celebrating entrepreneurial achievement while inspiring the next generation of UNOH students. The 2026 Alumni Entrepreneurship Award recipients are: • […]

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4-Year-Old Girl Among Two Killed in Marion County Fire

The Pleasant Township Fire Department, in coordination with the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal, is currently investigating a residential structure fire that resulted in two fatalities early Friday morning. According to a release from Pleasant Township Fire Department Chief Clint Caterbury, emergency crews were dispatched at around 3:30 this (Friday January 30) morning to 837 Marion Cardington Road East following reports of a structure fire. Upon arrival, responders encountered heavy fire conditions throughout the residence. Despite aggressive suppression and […]

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Red Cross Plans to Hold Blood Drive Monday Unless There is a Level 3 Snow Emergency

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive on Monday January 26. It is scheduled to operate from noon until 6pm, at the Moose Family Center in Kenton. This will be cancelled for sure if a Level 3 Snow Emergency is in effect. Since there is a critical need for blood, they do plan to hold the blood drive, but will notify WKTN if those plans change due to the weather. Kenton Moose Lodge is located at 801 West […]

January 23, 2026 68

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Lima Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Roll Over Crash Near Defiance and Putnam County Line

A Lima woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a one vehicle crash that occurred at just before midnight Thursday night on State Route 15 near the Defiance-Putnam County Line. SR15 was closed for nearly three hours. According to a release from the Defiance Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 49-year-old Sandra L. Lopez was a passenger in a car being driven by 43-year-old James L. Bolden III, also of Lima. Bolden was driving north on 15, went off the right […]

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NWS Updates Snow Amounts in Winter Storm Watch Areas

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Hardin and all of our surrounding counties. Snow is forcecast to start Saturday afternoon, but the bulk of the snow will fall Saturday night through Sunday night. For Auglaize, Hardin and Logan Counties, the Wilmington National Weather Service office says we could get a total of 4 to 7 inches. 5 to 9 inches of snow is forecast for Union County by the Wilimington office. The Cleveland National Weather Service indicates in […]

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Public Eye Podcast

Public Eye Podcast: Hardin Leadership Returns in 2026 Following Year of Evaluation

Hardin Leadership classes resume in 2026 after a year off. Steering Committee Chairperson Kathy Oliver and Steering Committee member Jenny Hildreth explain that it was a year off, but it was no vacation. They noted that it was year to evaluate everything and make changes designed to keep Hardin Leadership fresh and relevant. The show first aired January 17 and 18, 2026. Hardin Leadership Kathy and Jenny 2026Download

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Two New Council Members Appointed in McGuffey

Two new members were sworn-in and now hold a seats on the McGuffey Village Council. At Monday evening's special council meeting, Travis Compton and Gregory Claybaugh received the oath of office from Village Solicitor John Neville Compton is the owner of Ram's Roost, and he has been a village resident for nearly three years. He said he thought it would be a good time to join, and present ideas to help the village. Claybaugh said he has been a village […]

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New Members Sworn-In at HCSO

Summer Food Truck; Eats on the Street Dates Announced

UNOH Announces Inaugural Alumni Entrepreneurship Award Recipients

4-Year-Old Girl Among Two Killed in Marion County Fire

Red Cross Plans to Hold Blood Drive Monday Unless There is a Level 3 Snow Emergency

Lima Woman Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Roll Over Crash Near Defiance and Putnam County Line

NWS Updates Snow Amounts in Winter Storm Watch Areas

Public Eye Podcast: Hardin Leadership Returns in 2026 Following Year of Evaluation

Two New Council Members Appointed in McGuffey

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