Larry Paul Lawrence, 66, of Forest, passed away Thursday, May 18,2023,at home with his family.He was born August 13, 1956 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Dorothy (VanBuskirk)Thacker and the late Robert Lawrence. He was a 1975 graduate of Riverdale HighSchool. He married Betty Edgington on August 16, 1975 and they shared 34 yearstogether. Betty preceded him in death on March 23,2009. Larry was lovinglydevoted to Betty until the end […]
It can’t be said enough – these are extremely unusual and difficult times for everyone. As each day passes, I think it is safe to say that we all hope and look forward to things getting better. They will, but it is just a matter of when. I am certain that many of you have gone to local businesses in search of certain products or items and looked at the […]
WKTN radio is experiencing an issue at our tower site. We are transmitting with backup equipment. The signal strength is weaker than our normal equipment so outlying areas in the region, may not be getting a clear signal. We have contacted our engineer and are working diligently to get back to full power as soon as possible! Thank you, everyone who has called to say they miss us on-air, we […]
The Kenton Times has notified WKTN they will not be publishing a paper today, 11-5-19 because of technical issues. The digital version is available online at kentontimes.com
UPDATED TRICK OR TREAT LIST as of Oct 30, 2019. WKTN encourages you to check with your village in case we have not been updated on a change. Thank you Will's Costume Shop for continuing to support these events!
Gary Lee Clark, age 79, of rural Forest, formerly of Kenton, went suddenly and peacefully to see the Lord on Wednesday, October 23, at his daughter's residence, where he lived. He married Sandra Jean (Draper) Clark on June 7, 1959, in Kenton Ohio. They formed their family with two children who survive him: Becky (Bryan) Lowe of rural Forest, and Marty (Leeann) Clark of Dunkirk. Three Grandchildren: Holly (Kyle) Ulrich […]
Gunner Fisher, son of Tara Graber Fisher and Nolan Fisher, graduated on October 25, 2019, as a USA Marine from class 2085 2nd Battalion. Gunner is originally from Kenton and is 19 years old. He is looking forward to proudly representing his country over the coming years! WKTN would like to salute Gunner in our Home Town Spotlight and say “Thank you for your service!” ***If you have […]
One hundred and thirty runners came out to show support at the inaugural Hardin County Runs for Down Syndrom 5K event on Saturday, June 1st, 2019. All funds raised benefit the Columbus Buddy Walk and Reece's Roadies. Anyone interested in learning about the Columbus Buddy Walk or joining Reece's Roadies should go online to: https://www.ds-stride.org/columbusbuddywalk/profiles/team/ReecesRockinRoadies