ADA — Ohio Northern University has named Andy Fries as its head football coach on Tuesday. Fries (pronounced FREEZE) is the 29th head coach in the 129-year history of Ohio Northern football and is just the school's fourth head coach in the past 38 years. "I am excited to welcome Andy Fries to ONU, our athletic department and to the football program," ONU director of Athletics Tom Simmons said. "He […]
Christmas at the Boutique will take place this evening at the Abundant Life Boutique. The hours are from 4 until 7 at 409 Madison Street in Kenton. There will be items for your gift giving needs in the Christmas store. All items are free, but you must be present to receive them. There will also be a coffee and hot cocoa bar, gift wrapping and cookie decorating.
The chance for your child to visit Santa in the historic caboose in downtown Kenton this Christmas season is ending soon. Santa Claus will be in the Caboose at the Hardin County Courthouse this Sunday, December December 17 from 2 until 4 PM and Saturday, December 23 from 1 to 3 PM. He will also be at Hillcrest Lanes in Kenton on Saturday, December 16 from 2 to 5 PM […]
COLUMBUS, OH (December 13, 2023) – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a report recently stating that there were an estimated 209,500 toy-related injuries treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments in 2022. Forty-seven percent of the estimated injuries were to the head and face area, the most commonly affected area of the body. According to the CPSC, of the 209,500 estimated toy-related, emergency department-treated injuries, an estimated: . […]
The Hardin County Historical Museums will present a Candlelight Tour at the Sullivan Johnson House this Saturday. It will take place from 5-8pm December 16 at 223 North Main Street in Kenton. Harpist Josh Haudenschield will be providing music during the event. In addition to exploring local history at the Sullivan Johnson House, you can also vote for a tree.
The Logan County Sheriff's Office is presenting its last community event of the year this Sunday December 17. The public is invited to watch the cartoon version of The Grinch at Holland Theatre in Bellefontaine. You will also have a chance to visit with staff members of the Sheriff's Office. Santa will also make an appearance at the free event. Doors will open at 2 Sunday afternoon.
A man who serves as the Superintendent of Water Treatment for the City of Kenton is also the certified water treatment plant operator at Alger, Dunkirk, McGuffey, Holiday Shores mobile home park and Logan Landing RV Resort, according to the Ohio EPA. Dale W. Albert was indicted by a recent Grand Jury on two unclassified felony counts having to do with violations of safe drinking water requirements. The charges were […]
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance continues to accept nominations for the 2023 Alliance Annual Awards. Members may submit their nominations now. The categories are: Business of the Year; Small Business of the Year; Community Service Award; Nonprofit of the Year, Citizen of the Year and RE Allen Lifetime Achievement Award. Nominations will close at 4pm pm January 8, 2024.
The Richwood Police Department is holding a Stuff-a-Cruiser event this Saturday December 16. They will be collecting new unwrapped toys, canned and dry goods from 10am until 2 Saturday afternoon at the Police Department in Richwood. You can also drop off the items at the Police Department, Municipal Building, Dollar General or Family Dollar prior to the main collection event. The toys will be given away on December 16 from […]
