Hardin Northern residents are encouraged to become a friend of Hardin Northern Music Boosters. The cost is $10 per year that will be used to help provide opportunities and experiences for Polar Bear musicians. Every $10 donation helps provide resources, equipment and opportunities for student musicians to learn, perform and succeed. You can learn more by visiting the post on the Hardin Northern Local School District Facebook page.
Dustin R. Clapsaddle, incarcerated at Richland Correctional Institution A former educator has lost another appeal in the Ohio Third District Court of Appeals. Dustin R. Clapsaddle was convicted on charges of rape, sexual battery, gross sexual imposition and kidnapping following a four-day jury trial in June of 2024, and he was sentenced to a total of 10 years in prison in October of that year. He was also classified as a Tier III Sexual Offender. The appellate court upheld his […]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
