UPDATE: 5/5/26 4:02 p.m. ONU Alert: McIntosh is now clear. Students are able to return to McIntosh at this time. The C-store is open and the dining hall will be open at 4:30 p.m. for dinner. The WOW Cafe will open at a later time. At this point, students can only be in either King-Horn or McIntosh. Campus is NOT open for pedestrian traffic. UPDATE: 5/5/26 3:42 p.m. ONU Alert: King-Horn (and ONLY King-Horn) has been cleared. Students are able […]
David Strittmatter, Associate Professor of History at Ohio Northern University and Hardin County Historical Museums Board Member, talks about the Ray Brown Memorial Park Dedication Ceremony taking place on May 14 in Alger, where Brown was born.. He also talks about Brown's career and induction into the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame. The show first aired the weekend of May 2, 2026. Ray Brown ParkDownload
After a couple of weeks of declines, average prices for a gallon of gasoline increased since last week. According to AAA, https://gasprices.aaa.com/?state=OH the average U.S. price is $4.22 a gallon today, which is an increase of twelve cents since last Wednesday. The Ohio average is also $4.22 a gallon, an increase of 22 cents in one week. Hardin County's average price per gallon is at $4.07 a gallon, a big increase from last week's $3.68 a gallon. That is the […]
Kenton City Council conducted its 8th regular session of the year Monday evening. Judge Andrew Tudor presented the Court's Annual Report to Council. Judge Tudor noted that his term began January 1 this year, and the transition has been very smooth. He credits his staff for their assistance in making that possible. He said he is continuing to round-up his team with two well-known attorneys who will serve as of acting judges, who will sit in for him when he […]
Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart joined fellow community leaders in addressing those attending the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Legislative Breakfast this (Friday) morning. The Sheriff presented updates on numerous initiatives and ongoing projects, as well as challenges facing the Office. He also conveyed his appreciation for the cooperation and support provided to the Sheriff's Office by Hardin County residents. The Legislative Breakfast was held at The Inn at Ohio Northern University in Ada. Story and photo from: https://www.facebook.com/OHHCSO
The Bath Local Schools Board of Education announced that Andrew Cano will be appointed as the district’s next superintendent. The hiring is expected to be made official at a special meeting on Monday April 27. The former Hardin Northern superintendent will succeed Mike Estes, who will be retiring on July 31. Cano will begin his tenure on August 1. The Hardin Northern Board of Education accepted Cano’s resignation at its February meeting, and it is effective July 31. Picture and […]
KENTON, OH – During an immersive "Masquerade" themed Awards Gala event held on Thursday, April 16, the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance officially "unmasked" a new brand identity, marking a historic transition for the organization. The rebranding reflects the Alliance’s evolution and its commitment to being a modern, bold beacon for the region's future. For years, the organization—known as "The Alliance"—has served as a vital pillar for Economic and Community Development, Chamber, and Tourism. While the mission has remained […]
The Hardin County Community Foundation on Tuesday approved the awarding of $426,000 in grants and scholarships through its annual program. The Grant Committee reported there were 151 grant requests with 114 fully funded and 37 partially funded. The foundation plans to have grant checks in the mail to recipients by June 1. The funds are generated through earnings on the foundation’s assets. The organizations, projects and amounts awarded are as follows: Abundant Life Assembly Of God: Night to Shine event […]
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance is holding a Reunion by the Rails event this Saturday from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Hardin County Heritage Center. The event will give guests a unique opportunity to get a closer look at the newly acquired International Car Company caboose and explore fascinating ICC railroad memorabilia that helped shape the community’s story. Everyone is invited to attend, especially current and retired ICC and CSX workers. Hardin County Heritage Center is located […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
