More than 2.2 million Ohioans are expected to travel this Independence Day holiday weekend, which runs today through Monday July 4. This is an increase of 3.8% for the state. AAA expects Ohio travel will build on the record travel numbers set in 2021 to reach a new high this Independence Day. Despite historically high gas prices, a record number of people are planning a holiday road trip, nearly 2.1 […]
69 of Kenton passed away peacefully at his home at 7:42am Tuesday June 28, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. Steve was born December 26, 1952 in Kenton the youngest son of Howard and Mary Ann (Hoover) Hamm. Steve was a 1971 graduate of Kenton Senior High School. He was employed as a welder at Kenton Structural and Ornamental Iron Works in Kenton before working at Rockwell later Sypris […]
Kenny Risner 88 of Kenton Funeral services for Kenneth "Kenny" Risner will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, July 1, 2022 at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Rev. David Holbrook officiating. Burial will follow at Grove Cemetery. Friends and family may visit on Thursday, June 30, 2022 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Kenneth "Kenny" Risner Private First Class passed away on June […]
There will be no services for Todd William Lamb. It was his wish to be cremated. The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton is assisting the family with the arrangements. Todd passed away on June 22, 2022 at his residence. He was born on April 17, 1962 in Kenton to Joyce (Beard) Lamb and the late Billy G. Lamb. Surviving are 1 daughter; Britteny Herz of Maryland, 3 brothers; Kevin Lamb of […]
Theodore M. Yocum, 74 of Kenton passed away unexpectedly at home in his sleep on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Ted was born on July 9, 1947 to the late John and Pearl (Green) Yocum, he was the youngest of twelve children. Ted is survived by sons; Bruce Yocum, Brian Yocum of Lewistown, OH., Theodore M. Yocum Jr. of Bellefontaine OH., daughters; Karen Brown and Mary Brown both of Bellefontaine, a […]
A crash in Allen County at around 8:30 Tuesday evening claimed the life of a Spencerville teenager. According to a release from the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 18 year old Caden D. Meyer lost control of his vehicle while driving west on Union Road. The vehicle ended up off the left side of the road where it overturned and came to rest on the driver's side. […]
If you are interested in becoming a trooper, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is now hiring. That was announced in a series of public service announcements, “"Our minimum requirements are as follows: 20-34 years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, be a United States citizen and have a valid driver's license. We will also pay you during your training." For more information, visit their website: statepatrol.ohio.gov
KENTON-Hardin County Soroptimist International announced the Club 250 winner. Jamie Rowe will receive $100. Club 250 is a fundraiser that helps to award scholarships to local women and girls. Week 1-48 wins $100. Week 49-50 wins $125, week 51 wins $250, and Week 52 wins $500. Winning tickets drawn week 1-48 will have their tickets put back in for future drawings. Winning tickets drawn after week 48 do not go […]
Hardin County Fair Cheerleading Competition has been scheduled for Sunday September 11. The competition will begin at 2 that afternoon in the Grandstand on the fairgrounds. The event is sponsored by Hardin County Agricultural Society, Ohio State University Extension, Hardin County Family YMCA, and Warrior Athletics North. A registration form and all fees must be received by August 1. For more information, contact Jami Dellifield at 419-767-6039. Her email address […]