Merry on Main Happening Saturday in Ada

Merry on Main Happening Saturday in Ada

The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce Merry on Main event takes place tomorrow. Festive holiday activities will be taking place from 11am until 2pm Saturday in Ada. Events include kids shopping at Beatitudes, crafts at Ada First United Methodist Church, and a chance to meet Santa and take sleigh rides at the Depot. More activities are listed, and you can follow the event on the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/adaareachamberofcommerce

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Kenton Rotary Hears from Longest Serving Rotarian

David Faulkner is the oldest Kenton Rotarian by age and membership with his 59 years as a Kenton Rotarian. Dave spoke to the group about a couple of books he picked up at the MLJ Hardin County District Library. The first is The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust by Francis S. Collins and the second is How to Be Perfect: The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question by Michael Schur, He mentioned both of these books […]

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OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital Celebrates Completion of New MRI Department

KENTON, Ohio – OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital is celebrating a major milestone in expanding access to advanced imaging services with the completion and opening of its newly constructed MRI department. Community leaders, physicians, and associates gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, December 10, marking the official launch of the enhanced space. The MRI department is the result of a $2 million dollar investment and features state-of-the-art imaging technology designed to improve diagnostic accuracy, enhance patient comfort, and expand the […]

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NWS Special Weather Statement: Gusty Winds Expected Wednesday

During the early morning hours of Wednesday December 10, winds will increase ahead of an approaching low pressure. Wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through the afternoon. Some gusts up to 45 mph are possible at times. Winds will decrease during the evening hours but remain elevated in the 20 to 25 mph range. Properly secure outdoor objects and seasonal decorations.

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Detroit Street in Kenton Opens Friday December 5

The day everyone has been waiting for happens Friday. After a long closure, Detroit, Columbus, and Franklin Streets as well as East Forest Raod will all be open City of Kenton officials released this statement: "We know it’s been a long process — thank you for your incredible patience! A few final tweaks and adjustments are still ahead (including permanent striping and turn lanes on Detroit Street this spring), so please continue to drive carefully. Key Changes & Reminders: ❌ […]

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Closure of Detroit Street in Downtown Kenton Briefly Extended

Kenton Mayor Lynn webb announced at the Kenton City Council meeting this past Monday evening that the closure of Detorit Street in downtown Kenton has been extended. While it was hoped it would open after the Christmas parade Tuesday evening, it is expected to remain closed for the remainder of this week and next week as well. will remain closed The project is basically finished, but they are just waiting on final striping, which is scheduled to take place next […]

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Styer Wins Kenton School Board Race After Official Canvass

A race determining a seat on the Kenton City Schools Board of Education changed as a result of the Official Canvass from the Hardin County Board of Elections. Election Day results on November 4 showed Jayna Jansen defeating Mike Styer 219 to 203 votes, but as is always pointed out, those were the unofficial results. The two were write-in candidates for the position. After the Official Canvass, Mike Styer claimed a seat on the Board of Education. He defeated Jansen […]

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Obituary for Jenna Keckler

Jenna Keckler age 74, formerly of Kenton, OH, passed away peacefully November 17,2025. Jenna was born on July 27,1951 to Joe and JoAnna Lones. She is survived by her mother, Jo Anna Lones; a daughter, Amy (Jason) Ashby; brothers, Jerry (Jan), and Jed Lones; a sister Jayne (Bob) Inbody; 2 granddaughters, Hannah (Nick Black) Lackey, and Natalie (Paul) Lackey; special granddaughter in law Lillian Higgins; step grandchildren Hannah, Liam and Alex Ashby, Vanessa (Wesley) Immroth; 5 Great Grandchildren Aza, Oliver, […]

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Thursday Marked the End of the Line for Two Kenton School Buildings

Thursday November 20, 2025 was the last day that classes were held in two Kenton school buildings. Kenton Middle School and the B and C sections of Kenton High School are scheduled to be razed in the Spring of 2026. Kenton Middle School and Kenton High School are on an extended Thanksgiving Break. Classes will resume at the new Kenton/Middle High School on Tuesday December 2nd. Kenton Elementary School's Thanksgiving break is all next week, and classes there are scheduled […]

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