Our Savior's Lutheran Church is hosting its annual bazaar featuring a Lunch and Quilt Raffle. It will be from 9am until 2pm on Saturday November 5 at the church located at 725 Eliza Street in Kenton. The dine in or carry out lunch menu consists of homemade soups and sandwiches. There will be crafts, baked goods and house plants for sale. Raffle tickets will be sold for a chance to […]
The Chad Roof Inclusive Playground is being planned in the City of Kenton. The playground is to remember Chad Roof, son of Tom and Alice Roof, who passed away unexpectedly last week at the age of 37. The Inclusive Playground will be located near the Hardin County YMCA and will be accessible to children and adults with all abilities. The family believes there is a need for this type of […]
The Kenton City Schools Board of Education conducted the October meeting Monday evening. The Board approved a resolution to terminate the contract of Bus Driver Glenn T. (Chris) Horner effective immediately. The following is the resolution on the agenda used by the Board as the reason for taking the action: WHEREAS, Glenn Thomas (Chris) Horner (“Mr. Horner”) is employed by the Kenton City School District Board of Education (“Board”) as […]
There are two county-wide money issues on the November 8 ballot. One is a five year renewal levy for operation of the 9-1-1 service. The other is a five year renewal levy for the Hardin County Council on Aging to provide or maintain services for senior citizens of the county. The Hardin County-wide contested race is for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas Court-Domestic Relations Division. That is between […]
Riverdale School District residents are invited to attend several meetings that will provide additional information on the school's levy in the November 8 ballot. The district is seeking passage of a 1.75% income tax levy. Community members will also be able to ask questions during the meetings. The first one is this evening at The Dwelling Place in Wharton starting at 6. The next one is 6pm Tuesday, October 25 […]
ADA, Ohio - Ohio Northern University has embarked on an ambitious endeavor to enhance student success. The Forward Together Campaign seeks to raise $100 million that will significantly support scholarships, innovative teaching and programs, and campus structural improvements. With several generous donors having already contributed to the campaign, the University has surpassed $87 million of this ambitious goal. More funding to help students offset tuition costs, more opportunities for faculty […]
Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will host a Flood Map Information Open House on Wednesday November 9. It will run from 5-7pm at the Jacob Parrot Safety Center in Kenton. Members of the public can review preliminary flood maps and talk to experts about how the maps can affect communities. Property owners, realtors, lenders and insurance agents are urged to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more […]
The Kenton Army JROTC will be hosting a Haunted House October 29 and 30. It will be from 2-8 p.m. both days at the Kenton Middle School. Entry is $5. All proceeds will be donated back to the school. It is a great opportunity to have a Spooky good time while supporting your local community.
Kenton City School alums both near and far are encouraged to sign up for an alumni-exclusive email newsletter from the district. Superintendent Chad Thrush said they plan to communicate via email once a semester to keep Wildcat alumni engaged in the things they are doing at Kenton City Schools. The e-newsletter, entitled Kenton Connection, will feature stories about Kenton students and staff, and district updates from the administration. Alumni can […]