Runners Raise $4,500 for Chloe Hodge Foundation at Recent Ohio Hi-Point 5K

Runners Raise $4,500 for Chloe Hodge Foundation at Recent Ohio Hi-Point 5K

Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Despite the rainy weather this past Saturday, the 2025 Ohio Hi-Point Hustle for Hodge 5K Run/Walk was a success. Nearly 200 runners, including kids and adults, braved the elements and ran for a great cause. Together they were able to raise $4,500 for the Chloe Hodge Scholarship Foundation. You can check out lots of photographs capturing the event on the Ohio Hi-Point Career Center's Facebook page.

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19-Month-Old Girl Drowns in Union County Pond; Authorities Investigating

A 19-month-old girl is dead after drowning in a pond in Union County on Sunday. According to a release from the Union County Sheriff's Office, a 9-1-1 call was received at just before 7:30 Sunday evening reporting that the toddler was found unresponsive in a pond in the 19,000 block of Paver Barnes Road. Approximately 8 minutes later, a deputy arrived on the scene and began CPR. Medics from the Marysville Fire Department then arrived on scene and took over […]

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Dr. James & Ellen Bazzoli Scholarship Helps Marion Students Entering Health Care

A local Marion couple with decades of leadership in health care is investing in students entering the profession. Dr. James and Ellen Bazzoli created a new scholarship to help Marion County students cross that stage at graduation. “I frequently would notice medical assistants or techs in their late 20s and early 30s with children who wanted to go back to school. The cost can be a barrier,” Dr. Bazzoli said. Health care job openings are growing much faster than other […]

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Chemical Spill in Mount Victory Prompts Multi-Agency Response; EPA States No Public Health Risk

Photo: Carmen Erb @ Old Tin Cup Antiques In response to a recent hazardous materials incident in Mount Victory earlier today (05/02/25), the Southest Hardin Northwest Union Joint Fire District issued a release on the incident a short time ago. The full release can be found below: On May 2, 2025, at 11:20 AM, the Southeast Hardin Northwest Union Joint Fire District was dispatched to a report of paint in the roadway at the intersection of Main Street and Taylor […]

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2025 ‘Student Leaders United’ Graduation Set for May 14

The 2024-2025 Student Leaders United class will graduate on May 14th, 2025, at Mid-Ohio Energy. This talented group of high school sophomores from across the county will be recognized for participating in this program. The event, sponsored by Quest FCU and Midwest BBQ, will include school leadership, program volunteers, and family members. The group of 26 students represents the following schools: Ada High School, Hardin Northern High School, Kenton High School, Ridgemont High School, Riverdale High School, and Upper Scioto […]

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Ohio Hi-Point Seniors Honored at “What’s Your E?” Signing Day

Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Over 300 Ohio Hi-Point Career Center seniors celebrated their next step during the annual What’s Your E? Signing Day Ceremony this week. The students were recognized and celebrated for their commitment to be employed, enrolled, or enlisted after graduation. The "What’s Your E?" initiative is a collaborative effort between all Logan County schools and the Logan County Collaborative. Graphic Media Arts students captured the event on film, and a video will be posted soon on […]

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Hardin County Community Foundation to Award Over $367,000 in Grants and Scholarships

The Hardin County Community Foundation is awarding $367,217 in grants and scholarships through its annual program. The Grant Committee reported there were 157 grant requests with 143 awarded. The funds are generated through earnings on the foundation’s assets. The organizations, projects and amounts awarded are as follows: Ada Area Chamber Of Commerce: Speakers, materials, photographers and other expenses for their Lunch & Learn events – $1,000 Ada Exempted Village Schools: Decodable books – Three $500 grants for total of $1,500 […]

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Safety Success: Marion County Roundabout Improves Safety, Reduces Crash Severity at Rural Intersection

A roundabout constructed in 2022 at the intersection of State Route 98 and State Route 529 in Marion County has proven to be a success. New data shows a significant drop in crash severity and frequency since the roundabout opened to traffic in Fall 2022. According to post-construction crash statistics, the site has seen zero injury or fatal crashes since the roundabout became operational — a marked improvement over previous years. Prior to the roundabout’s construction (2018 through July 1, […]

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WKTN Names Brennen Byrne as New Sports Director

Long-time WKTN radio personality Brennen Byrne has been appointed as the station’s new Sports Director, marking a significant expansion of his role at the Kenton-based station. Byrne, who has been a familiar voice to listeners during his weekday afternoon show, will now oversee all sports coverage, including live game broadcasts, local high school sports reporting, and regional sports news. Byrne's promotion reflects WKTN's commitment to enhancing its local sports programming. Station management expressed confidence in his ability to lead the […]

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