A "Touch a Truck" event is being held at Ohio Northern University tomorrow evening. The hours are from 5 until 8pm Thursday on the campus in Ada. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office will be participating. You can get an up-close look at their patrol and tactical vehicles, and it's a great opportunity to meet local deputies, ask questions about law enforcement equipment, and see the tools they use every day. K9 Saber will also be on-site and ready for visits. […]
A presentation on Anxiety in Childhood will take place at the Ada Library this evening. That will start at 7pm at 320 North Main Street in Ada. Those attending will learn about how anxiety can show up in childhood, the research behind it, and how to help your child manage daily anxieties. The presentation will be given by Julia Gross, a senior psychology student with a clinical/counseling concentration at Ohio Northern University. Story from: https://www.facebook.com/AdaPublicLibrary
Step Back in Time at 'Passport Through Our Past': Celebrate America 250 at the Hancock Historical Museum! Findlay, OH — A Free, Family-Friendly Event This Saturday Featuring Live History Reenactments, Fun Activities, and More! On April 25th, the Hancock Historical Museum invites families and history lovers of all ages to take a journey through America’s history at a one-of-a-kind event called "Passport Through Our Past." This exciting celebration is part of the nationwide America 250 initiative, commemorating the 250th anniversary […]
OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital’s Swing Bed Program is discussed on this Public Eye podcast. The hospital's critical access designation has allowed it to operate the program since 2022.It supports patients who still need skilled recovery while transitioning from inpatient hospital stay to home.. The show first aired April 18 and 19, 2026. Swing Bed HMHDownload
Revitalize Kenton Board Chair Stephanie Temple and Vice Chair Kelli Bostelman gave details on the 2026 activities planned by the group. They include a Spring Clean Up Day this month, a Family Fun Day in June and a whole lot more. The show originally aired April 4 and 5, 2026.
(Machinery Building) Strong storms rolled through Hardin County starting around 8 Thursday evening. High winds resulted in downed power lines and trees throughout the county. Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart stated motorists should continue to be vigilant for all possible roadway obstructions. A hard-hit area in Kenton was the Hardin County Fairgrounds. Extensive damage occurred to the Poultry and Rabbit Building and Merchants Building. (Poultry and Rabbit Building) Hardin County Fair Marketing and Communications Director Kolt Buchenroth said crews are […]
A resolution and an ordinance were both passed on first reading after suspension of the three-reading rule at the Kenton City Council meeting Monday evening. The ordinance provides for additional appropriations and for transferring funds for the year 2026, one of which is the Waterworks Fund. Safety-Service Director Cindy Murray said, "the Waterworks Fund is new. We created a new line, because it seems like there's a lot of EPA programs that we are having to do, and I thought […]
Madison Richards, Community Engagement Specialist and Program Coordinator, along with Kathy Hilty, one of the program's Big Sisters, explains how Big Brothers Big Sisters works. They also give a history of the organization, and how people can get involved. They also talk about upcoming fundraising events. The show first aired March 14 and 15, 2026. Big Brothers Big Sisters 2026Download
(Brett Purcell, from school's website) The Board also receives presentation from BPA teachers and students; announces 2026 Inductees into Alumni Hall of Fame. The Kenton City Schools' Board of Education approved the transfer of the current Athletic Director to Operations and Facilities Manager. At the March meeting Monday evening, the vote was 4 to 1 in favor of the move, with Rodney Hensel casting the lone no vote. Brett Purcell, who has served as the District’s Athletic Director for the […]
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.
