Brandy Winfield’s sons cut the ribbon for the new Brandy Winfield OPOTA Classroom while Brandy’s mother, brother, and widow look on. (Marion) The memory of a fallen deputy sheriff lives on. Marion Technical College recently named its Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) classroom in memory of Deputy Brandy Winfield, an alumnus who was killed in the line of duty. “Thank you for bestowing this honor on Brandy. He was […]
Anyone who has an Ohio Basic Peace Officer certification with two years of full-time (or equivalent) Ohio law enforcement experience may now apply to the Ohio State Highway Patrol as a lateral cadet with the intent of becoming a state trooper. Ohio State Highway Patrol Colonel Charles A. Jones made that announcement on Monday. Applications for a new lateral class will be accepted throughout the month of May. The new […]
Dr. Robin Rayfield Hardin Co. Retired Teacher Assoc. President Madelyn Lowery welcomed 25 attendees and guest speaker Dr. Robin Rayfield at the Kenton Elks on April 21 at noon. Annette Ansley introduced guests Ron Rogers, Beth Wetherill, and Marge Jenkins. Chaplain Melanie Kindell sent a prayer shared before lunch. All enjoyed a lunch of romaine & cashew salad, chicken salad croissant, fruit cup, beverages, and desserts from members Lori Paul […]
Two money issues are on the ballot in today's Special Election. Voters in the Upper Scioto Valley Ambulance District will decide the fate of a tax levy. Supporters said that passage of the levy will help ensure they continue to have state of the art ambulances, medical equipment and most of all, personnel when the need arises. The Riverdale Local School District is seeking approval of an Income Tax Renewal […]
The Hardin County Republican Party will recognize all veterans with a dinner at the Hardin County Armory on May 16. The meal will be served at 6:30 that evening, and General Mike Murray will be the featured speaker. Meals for all veterans will be free of charge. Other guests will be $25.00 RSVP to Rob Radway at 419-674-6505.
Bluffton University graduation day will be this Saturday May 6. Kathy Carr, retired principal, will provide the address “Bluffton College Then - Bluffton University Now” during the 123rd Commencement ceremony. It will start at 10 this Saturday morning in the Sommer Center.
Hardin County Pickleball Club held its first tournament at the Hardin County YMCA this past Sunday. Five women's doubles and 6 men's doubles teams competed. Sponsors for the Pickleball Club are Quest Federal Credit Union, Root Lumber Company, Goshen Grains, B & B Quaility Cleaning and 101 Smokehouse. Men's doubles tournament winners:John Kauffman and Dave Salyer Runner ups:Lee Fulton an Euie Oates Women 's winners:Kathy Britton and Becky Vosmeier Runners […]
There are two blood drives this month in Kenton. The first one is Monday May 22. It will run from noon until 6pm at First Baptist Church on County Road 175. The next one is Wednesday May 24 from noon until 6 at the Moose Lodge. It is located at 801 West Lima Street. To schedule an appointment or to find more blood drives, visit: redcrossblood.org
The Kenton City Schools Music Department is gearing up for Cabaret this month at Kenton High School. Performances are scheduled for Friday May 19 and Saturday May 20 at 7:30pm. Saturday is Alumni Night. A matinee performance is also scheduled for Sunday May 21 at 2pm. Tickets for general admission seats will be sold at the door. Table seating must be reserved.