New Fire Truck Dedication Taking Place at Kenton Fire Department
The Kenton Fire Department will hold a fire truck dedication event on August 19. It will start at 1pm at 225 South Main Street in Kenton. New equipment will also be highlighted.
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City of Kenton Featured in Latest Alliance Community Spotlight
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance posted its latest Hardin County Community Spotlight. On the Alliance’s Facebook page and website, they are featuring local businesses that make each of the county’s communities unique. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a variety of places to Eat, Sip, Shop and Visit. Featured in Wednesday’s spotlight were locations in the City of Kenton. They are Salsa's Mexican Grill, Solstice Salt Spa and Memorial Park Golf Course. Welcome to the Hardin […]
Hardin Northern Football Beef Raffle Fundraiser Underway
Tickets are on sale for the Hardin Northern Football Beef Raffle. Two winners will be selected, and each one will receive a quarter beef from Rodabaugh Brothers Meats in Pandora. You can purchase tickets from any Hardin Northern football player, and they will also be on sale during football games until October 16. The drawing will be during half time of the last home game, and you need not be present to win. More information can be found on the […]
United Way Announces Date for 4th Annual Bourbon Ball
United Way of Hardin County's 4th annual Bourbon Ball will be held October 17. It will start at 7 that evening at the Varsity Venue in Kenton. This year's theme is Black Flame Candle. The event will be an evening of music, dancing, and Halloween fun. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Story and graphic from United Way of Hardin County Facebook page.
Y Hosting Back to School Mom to Mom Sale
Hardin County Family YMCA is hosting a Back to School Mom to Mom Sale August 15. It will take place from 9am until noon this Saturday at the Y, located at 918 West Franklin Street in Kenton. There will be kids clothing, toys, baby gear, books and strollers. Gently used children's items will have affordable prices. Admission is one dollar for those 8 and older. Story and graphic from the Hardin County Family YMCA Facebook page.
KES Holding Open Houses
Kenton Elementary School will host open houses on August 24 and 25. Preschool through second grade will be from 4 until 6pm on Monday the 24 and third through fifth grade will be from 4 until 6 on Tuesday the 25. Several important items will be discussed during the open house. They include transportation, fees, supplies, paperwork and more. The first day of school for Kenton students is Wednesday August 26. (Story submitted)
Popular Ada Library Employee Set to Retire
A long time employee of the Ada Public Library is calling it a career. After 34 amazing years of dedication, Karen Garver is retiring on August 27. From making everybody feel at home to helping generations of residents find the perfect read, Garver has been the heart and soul of the library. To help thank her for over three decades of service to Ada, there will be a card station set up in the Meeting Room at the library this […]
Findlay∙Hancock County Chamber of Commerce Seeking Proposals for HL Class of 2026
Introduction: Findlay∙Hancock County Chamber of Commerce (“The Chamber”) is issuing this request for proposal (“Proposal”) for community-oriented projects for the HL Class of 2026 to consider as a potential class project (“Project”). About Hancock Leadership: Hancock Leadership, a program of The Chamber, is a nine-month seminar program designed to strengthen leadership skills, broaden knowledge of the community and motivate participants to become involved in addressing community issues. Since its beginning, over 1,000 area leaders have graduated from Hancock Leadership, representing […]
Bluffton University to Open 2026 Fall Semester with Opening Convocation
BLUFFTON, Ohio— Bluffton University will open the fall semester with its Opening Convocation at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, in Yoder Recital Hall. Dr. Mark Bourassa, dean of students, Bluffton University, will present “The Challenge of Integrity in a Changing World.” Bourassa will explore the importance of integrity in a rapidly changing world and challenge Bluffton students to consider how their values, decisions and actions shape the communities around them. Opening Convocation marks the beginning of the university's fall semester. […]
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