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Upper Sandusky Woman Invests in Business Students with New Scholarship at Marion Tech

Photo credit: Chris HeaneyFrom left to right: Dr. Ryan McCall, Cheryl Culver, Dr. Amy Adams, Andy Harper, Tami Galloway, and Mike Stuckey. A local woman is honoring her parents’ memories by creating a new scholarship fund at Marion Technical College. Cheryl J. Culver of Upper Sandusky is offering a helping hand to a second year business student from Marion or Wyandot Counties. “I push for education,” said Cheryl Culver. “I’m a big believer in learning.” Cheryl grew up on the […]

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Major Donors Help Light Up 2025 Hardin Freedom Fest

The large donors for the 2025 Hardin Freedom Fest Celebration gathered at the fairgrounds for a photo.  Pictured left to right is Deb Phillips, Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance, Bryan Marshall, Hardin County Community Foundation, Shelby Reth, Middlefield Bank and Steven Stalder and Carter Kauble, Quest Federal Credit Union.  Fundraising was very strong for the year, and the show will reflect the extra funding.  The parade will begin at 9:30am and the fireworks at 10:00pm, weather permitting on Friday, […]

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Chief Chad Smith Updates Kenton Rotary on BKP Ambulance Services

Chief Chad Smith of BKP Ambulance District was welcomed by Rotarian Sam Norris Chief Chad Smith of the BKP Ambulance District recently addressed the Kenton Rotary Club, providing an update on BKP and EMS services in Hardin County. He began by thanking voters for supporting the recent BKP levy, emphasizing its importance in maintaining quality ambulance service across Buck, Dudley, Cessna, Lynn, Goshen, and Pleasant Townships, as well as the City of Kenton. Chief Smith noted the national shift from […]

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Vehicle and Amish Buggy Involved in Crash on SR 31 Near Mt. Victory

An injury accident occurred at just before 6:00 pm Tuesday evening on State Route 31, just south of Mt. Victory. According to information from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, it involved a vehicle and an Amish buggy, but no names have been provided. The driver of the vehicle was transported to the hospital for treatment of possible injuries. Witnesses at the scene said that the four occupants on the buggy were not injured. The crash remains under investigation and citations […]

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National Guard Unit Prepares for Deployment— Public ‘Call to Duty’ Ceremony Set for Tomorrow in Piqua

About 160 members of the Ohio Army National Guard’s 1487th Transportation Company, based in Piqua, Ohio, are deploying to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Spartan Shield.  The public is invited to attend a call to duty ceremony honoring the deploying Soldiers at 2 p.m., on Thursday, July 3, 2025. The ceremony is set to take place at Piqua High School, located at 1 Indian Trail in Piqua. While deployed, the unit will provide transportation […]

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Vote Now: Ohio State Highway Patrol Competes in National “Best Looking Cruiser” Contest

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is once again competing for the title of “Best Looking Cruiser,” and they need your help to make that happen. The American Association of State Troopers (AAST) “Best Looking Cruiser” contest is an annual competition where state law enforcement agencies submit photos of their patrol vehicle. The top 13 photos, based on public votes, are featured in the AAST’s annual calendar. The contest is a way to encourage friendly competition between law enforcement […]

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Hundreds of Area Swimmers to Compete in Wapakoneta During WOAL Championships

Kyleigh Nau (Kenton Swim Team) Wapakoneta, OHIO – More than 500 swimmers and their families will descend on Wapakoneta July 11-12, 2025, for the annual Western Ohio Aquatics League (WOAL) Swim Champs. The WOAL is for swimmers aged 5-18 who are members of one of the league’s teams. Wapakoneta Village pool is the host site for the 2025 Swim Champs and will host seven teams: Ada Gators, Bluffton Sardines, Findlay Frogs, Kenton Stingrays, Shawnee Tide, Wapakoneta Waves, Westside Wave and […]

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Officer Temple Featured in Kenton PD’s New Spotlight Series

Photo: Kenton Police Department The Kenton Police Department has launched an Officer Spotlight feature on its Facebook page. Officer Nicholas Temple was in the spotlight today. With 12 years in law enforcement and just shy of a year with Kenton Police Department, he brings experience, heart, and humor to every shift. He said his grandfather inspired him to wear the badge. For more on Officer Temple, visit the Kenton Police Department's Facebook page, and watch for more spotlights, as they […]

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Kenton Officers Serve Up Smiles and Lemonade for a Great Cause

Photo: Kenton Police Department The Kenton Police Department's Heart Behind the Badge lemonade stand that was set up during Market on Main Saturday was a success. Officers traded sirens for smiles and showed up with pitchers in hand. They raised over $500, which will be used for their annual 'Shop with a Cop' event. The Kenton Police Department thanked everyone who helped support the event.

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