A Concealed Carry Weapons Class is scheduled for May 14th at the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office. For persons wishing to carry a concealed handgun, training is very important. During the course, expert in-depth instruction will be given both in the classroom and on the live-fire range about firearm safety, safe handling and storage, mechanical operation of a handgun and more. This information is critical for the safety of the firearm […]
The average price for a gallon of gas in Hardin County edged up three cents compared to last week. According to AAA the average is at $3.82. Last week, the average was $3.79 a gallon. The lowest average in our region can be found in Allen County at $3.81 a gallon. The most expensive is $3.92 a gallon in Wyandot County. The average price in the State of Ohio climbed […]
Contestants interested in running for a Royalty position for the 2022 Tree Town Festival in Forest are invited to apply now. Freshman to Senior students can run for King and Queen. 4th grade to 8th grade students can run for Prince and Princess Children under 3 can be entered into the Tree Town Baby contest. Those running for a Royalty position must be a student at Riverdale and/or a Riverdale […]
An update was provided by Kelsey Ralston, Public Information Officer, Kenton-Hardin Health Department, of all the work that they do. A brief update was given about COVID. Kelsey reminded us about all of the other things that the Health Department does to keep our community safe and healthy. The staff of 10 provide vital statistics records, birth and death records. Wellness clinics, Help Me Grow, Immunizations, family planning and a […]
University of Findlay will hold commencement ceremonies for 2022 graduates on Saturday, May 7 in the Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex. The graduating class of 2022 includes a total of 790 students, ranging from the age of 19 to 65, and has completed a total of 6 associate degrees, 419 bachelor’s degrees, 212 master’s degrees, and 168 doctorates. Doors will open at 8 a.m. for the graduate commencement ceremony, with […]
Doug Chivington and Jim Lawyer talk about Team Chivington..an Ultra Cyclist team that holds events to raise awareness and money for wound veteran.. in particular those who suffer from TBI or PTSD...
Concerns are being raised about how a post supporting a candidate in the May 3 Primary Election ended up on the City of Kenton Government Facebook page. It has since been deleted, but WKTN was able to obtain a screenshot of the post. It is unknown how long the post was visible on the city's Facebook page before it was deleted. The post supports Christina Cross for Judge and speaks […]
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance held a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning at New Leaf Lawn and Garden Center in Kenton. The new owners, Tom and Bobbijo Drumm, then celebrated with a Grand Opening today and Saturday. The hours for the grand opening were 9-5 today (Friday April 29) and 9-4 on Saturday April 30. They will offer door prizes, food trucks and more in addition to a […]
The Hardin Northern Drone Racing Team was well represented at the National Drone Racing Awards Ceremony held Wednesday and Thursday in Orlando, Florida, The team placed in each category. They finished the day second for the overall National Championship Title, missing first place by just 4 points. Category Results They were 1st Place- in the Capture the Flag category 2nd Place- Overall Championship 3rd Place- Head to Head Racing 3rd […]