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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted Monday announced the approval of assistance for eight projects set to create 663 new jobs and retain 499 jobs statewide. During its monthly meeting, the Ohio Tax Credit Authority (TCA) reviewed economic development proposals brought to the board by JobsOhio and its regional partners. Collectively, the projects are expected to result in more than $35 million in new payroll […]

The Wapakoneta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is hosting an open house to celebrate its 90th Anniversary.  That will take place from 11am until 3pm this Thursday May 11 at the post in Wapakoneta. The open house allows our Patrol personnel, including troopers, dispatchers and professional staff, to interact with the public we serve. Members of the community can tour the facility, ask questions and learn about employment […]

CLEVELAND, May 8 -- Dominion Energy Ohio customers still have time to tap into the EnergyShare® 2022-2023 winter heating assistance program. Funds are available to eligible families until May 31 or until funds run out. If customers have unpaid balances, they should contact the local Salvation Army offices for an application. Applicants do not need to register with the HEAP office first. The EnergyShare program helps families who are experiencing […]

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop later this evening. The main threat will be between 6PM and midnight.  Some of these storms may become severe, with a primary threat of damaging winds and large hail. There is a low chance of a tornado.  The storms may also produce heavy rainfall. Listen to 95.3 WKTN for the latest weather information.

James Powell A Kenton man was arrested over the weekend after an incident in the parking lot of the Kenton Police Department. According to the report, a male  who was suspected of being under the influence of illicit drugs, approached two officers in the parking lot. After a series of events, the man, identified as James Powell Jr., was placed under arrest for menacing and obstructing official business. He was […]

Food Vehicle, which is an old school bus converted to the summer feeding program’s primary mode of transportation. The vehicle will be on display at lunch sites across the community this summer. Kenton, OH - As part of its efforts to ensure kids have access to healthy meals during the summer months, Kenton City Schools is pleased to announce its summer meals site will be serving kids and teens. Starting […]

Kenton City Council is scheduled to meet this (Monday) evening. On the agenda are a resolution authorizing the city to apply for, accept and enter into a water pollution control loan fund and an ordinance providing for additional appropriations for 2023. They are on first reading. An ordinance adopting Kenton Codified Ordinance relating to solar energy systems in Kenton is on third and final reading. The 9th regular session of […]

The Ohio Department of Transportation announced that the repaving project on State Route 67, which is Columbus Street in Kenton, will start this week. The road will be resurfaced from Wayne Street to Morningside Drive. Columbus Street will be restricted to one lane during the project. In the meantime, State Route 31, between Township Road's 180 and 265 south of Kenton, remains closed. It closed on April 27 for a […]

Hardin County – The 18th Annual Hardin County Master Gardener Plant Sale will be from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm on Saturday, May 20 rain or shine at the Friendship Gardens of Hardin County. The Friendship Gardens of Hardin County is located behind the old HARCO Workshop Building, 960 W Kohler Street in Kenton. Follow the signs to the parking that is available at the garden. In addition to plants […]