The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance featured the village of Mount Victory in its latest Tourism Spotlight. Mt. Victory is a historic village that was established in 1851. There are over 8 antique, vintage and craft shops located all within a 5-minute walk. It’s the perfect place to find unique finds and one of a kind items After shopping, you can enjoy a meal at the famous Plaza Inn […]
COLUMBUS, OHIO (March 19, 2024) – Ohioans looking to save money on their water bills and avoid expensive property damage should spend just a few minutes fixing common household leaks. The average Ohio family can waste nearly 180 gallons of water per week just from household leaks alone. These common leaks can be easy to fix and the tools to repair them can pay for themselves in water savings. The […]
The next OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital and West Ohio Food Bank monthly food distribution event will take place Tuesday March 26. That will be at the Home Run Memorial Park on State Route 292 Kenton from noon until 2pm. They will then continue on the 4th Tuesday of every month. This will be a no touch drive thru distribution operation, so you must have your trunk or truck beds cleaned […]
Lenard Smith, Rotarian, gave a brief history on the Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge of Allegiance is a patriotic recited verse that promises allegiance to the flag of the United States and the republic of the United States of America. The pledge is to the Republic, not monarchy, where the king or queen are not sovereign, but the people are sovereign by electing their public officials. The first version, with […]
The Ohio State University Extension is offering a “Finding Your Path to Wellness” challenge. The 6-week Spring email challenge connects participants with tips, research, and resources to help blend nature, health, finances, mental wellness, sustainability, and more. Registrations need to be made by April 1. The program is offered free and is sponsored by Ohio State University Extension. For additional information contact Jami Dellifield, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, […]
BLUFFTON, Ohio – Dr. Luke Myers, associate professor of physics, will share, “From Light into Darkness… and Back into Light,” on April 2. During the 11 a.m. presentation in Bluffton University’s Yoder Recital Hall, Myers will discuss the upcoming April 8 total solar eclipse with attention to the physical, historical and cultural aspects of the phenomenon. Forum provides a public space for interdisciplinary discovery about the personal, local and global […]
The Hardin Northern Yearbook Staff is currently taking orders for the 2024 Northern Lites High School Yearbook. They are also taking orders for the elementary memory book, and senior shoutouts. Orders are due by May 15. Follow a link on the Hardin Northern Local School District Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/HardinNorthernSchool
Members of the Kenton Middle School Student Lighthouse Team gave a presentation at the Kenton School's Board of Education meeting Monday evening. Facilitator Katie Ketcham explained the team, “The Lighthouse Team is a leadership group composed of 13 students who applied and interviewed to be part of this group this past fall. Our members include both 7th and 8th graders who desire to give back to KMS in order to […]
The City of Kenton was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to effective urban forest management. Kenton achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program's four requirements. Two of the requirements are maintaining a tree board and having a tree care ordinance. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest […]
