The Hardin County Board of Elections will meet Thursday, July 14 at 9:00 a.m. in the Board Office in the basement of the Hardin County Courthouse. This will be for their regular board meeting and to conduct public logic and accuracy testing on the voting equipment. Also, the Board of Elections will begin processing absentee ballots on Friday, July 15 at 9:00 a.m. in their office in the Courthouse.
Soroptimist International Kenton, OH has been acknowledged as a Dreamers club. This newly awarded badge will represent SI/Kenton, OH's committment to the global advancement of women and girls. By participating in Club Giving through volunteer and fundraising efforts SI/Kenton, OH has demonstrated its dedication and commitment to investing in the future of courageous women and girls, not only in our local community, but around the world. We are honored to […]
The month of July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. The Ohio State Highway patrol offered some advice to help protect your vehicle. The Patrol recommends that you: .Park in well-lit areas. .Close and lock all doors and windows. .Hide items of value out of sight. .Do not leave your keys in the car. Report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement agencies.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced the official launch of Ohio’s new eWarrants system, a statewide criminal justice database that will improve the accuracy of state and federal background checks and streamline the process to file warrants and protection orders in Ohio. The new eWarrants interface is a shared information technology system free for use by courts and law enforcement that simplifies the process of uploading warrant and protection order information […]
Augusta "Gus" (Long) Cramer 85, of Kenton passed away July 5, 2022. Augusta was born July 27, 1936 to the late Ford and Marie (Nixon) Long. She later married Jerry Cramer; he passed away on November 25, 2012. Augusta is survived by her son; Jerry L. Cramer of Kenton, daughters; Sharolyn Gibson of Florida, Cherry Berry of Findlay, Heather (Brian) Holland of Kenton and Leilani (Jack) Minor of Blacklick, brothers; […]
Gary A. Hair 74of Kenton A graveside service for Gary Hair will take place at Grove Cemetery at a later date. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. Gary died on Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at Kenton Nursing and Rehab. He was born on December 29, 1947 in Lima to the late Virgil and Marie (Truax) Hair. On February 22, 1968 he married the love […]
John Thomas Murray 89 of Kenton In accordance with John’s wishes, a private service will be held at Grove Cemetery. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with arrangements. John passed away Sunday, July 3, at St.Vincent’s Hospital in Toledo, Ohio, surrounded by his family. He was born on April 12th, 1933 in Woodstock, Ohio to Millard and Jennie Murray. He is survived by his wife, Janet […]
We are keeping an eye on the weather today and tomorrow. A Heat Advisory is in effect this afternoon into the evening hours. Heat index readings of 103 are expected. In addition, thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and overnight. Some of the storms may be strong to severe. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Thunderstorms will also be possible Wednesday afternoon and Wednesday night. Some of those […]
The Kenton Elks Lodge 157 had another successful visit to the Elks National Convention. The ritualistic team won the National Championship this morning after a performance on Monday. The team is now three-peat champions at the Elks Convention that was held this year in Atlanta, Georgia.