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Hardin County Sheriff’s Office 2026 Citizens Sheriff’s Academy Starts Soon

The Hardin County Sheriff's Office announced the dates for the 2026 Citizens Sheriff's Academy. It will take place September 24 through November 5 from 6 until 8:30pm. You can get an inside look at enforcement operations, administration, 9-1-1 communications, crime scene investigations and more. All of the classes are guided by Sheriff Keith Everhart, deputies and staff. Registrations open and more information will be released soon. Photo from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

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Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance has released a Hardin County Energy Trail map. Information on numerous wind and solar farm projects can be found on the Alliance’s Facebook page. Directions to the projects are also included. A virtual map can be accessed as well.

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Allen County Fair Kicks Off this Friday August 21

The 175th Allen County Fair will kick off this Friday August 21. Gates will open at 7am, and the official opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 4 Friday afternoon. Numerous events activities will take place during the fair's 9-day run. For a complete schedule of events, visit allencofair.com. The runs August 21 through the 29 at the fairgrounds in Lima. Graphic from Allen County Fair Facebook page.

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Alliance Shines Member Spotlight on Stripes by Stiles

Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance shined its latest Member Spotlight on Stripes by Stiles. They offer expert outdoor services from mowing to site prep. That includes driveways, yard installs, water lines and professional drainage solutions. Professional mowing services are also offered. More information can be found on the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Facebook page.

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Ridgemont Schools’ Fall Spirit Store Closes Soon

Ridgemont Schools' Fall Spirit Store in open through this Friday August 21. Ridgemont apparel and yard signs can be ordered. The store offers t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies and more. a link to order can be found on the Ridgemont Local Schools Facebook page.

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Ada Public Library Celebrating First of School

Ada school students are invited to visit the Ada Public Library after the first day of school for a frozen treat. The library will hold a Back-to-School celebration starting at 3pm on Monday August 24. Students are invited to visit the library after school that day and enjoy a snow cone, The library is located at 320 North Main Street in Ada. Picture and story from Ada Public Library Facebook page.

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Ada High School Grads Share Why They Chose ONU

Ohio Northern University showcased 11 Ada Bulldogs students who decided to stay close to home for their college education. The Ada High School graduates shared why they decided to enroll at ONU. You can here their story on the Ohio Northern University Facebook page.

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Marion Man Arrested for OVI After Sunday Morning Crash in Marion

A Marion man was arrested after a crash that occurred early Sunday morning in the City of Marion. According to the report from the Marion Police Department, 24-year-old Nathan Caserta was driving south on Bartram Avenue, approaching Silver Street at a high rate of speed, and failed to stop for a stop sign at the intersection. The vehicle continued southbound where it struck two sheds in the back yard of properties in the 200 block of Breen Avenue. Caserta then […]

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