OhioHealth Equips Dozens of Emergency Departments with New Technology to Support Survivors of Sexual Violence

OhioHealth Equips Dozens of Emergency Departments with New Technology to Support Survivors of Sexual Violence

OhioHealth is taking a significant step forward in its commitment to supporting survivors of sexual assault and other forms of interpersonal violence. This spring, OhioHealth is implementing new forensic technology across more than two dozen emergency departments. OhioHealth is deploying Cortexflo camera systems from Fernico—a high-resolution imaging technology built specifically for forensic use. They are referred to as SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) cameras. OhioHealth has purchased devices for 26 care sites. In addition, three care sites will be upgraded […]

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Save the Date: Eats on the Street Food Truck Fest Returns to Downtown Kenton July 19

Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District Save the date for the premier event of the summer, the 2025 Eats on the Street Food Truck Fest on Saturday, July 19. You can enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment, a car and bike show, and an exciting kids' zone, all on the streets of Downtown Kenton. Kicking off the festivities will be Voodoo Haze performing from 5:00 to 7:00 PM as the opening act at the Main Stage. Then, get ready to […]

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Sheldon Gas Company Highlighted in Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance’s Member Spotlight

Photo: Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Sheldon Gas Company was featured in the latest Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Member Spotlight. Sheldon Gas is a natural gas distribution company that has been family-owned and operated since 1914. They serve the towns of Dunkirk, Dola, Forest, and Vanlue. Safety is a top priority at Sheldon Gas, and they encourage all their customers to call them if they suspect a gas leak. Their 24/7 emergency-only number is 952-930-2493. They also […]

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Riverdale Seniors Awarded Scholarships at Hancock County Retired Teachers Luncheon

Photo: Riverdale Local Schools Two Riverdale School seniors received scholarships Tuesday at the Hancock County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship Luncheon. Allison Woodruff and Waylon Price accepted the scholarships. Riverdale school officials stated that it is well deserved recognition for the two outstanding Riverdale Falcons.

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Man Arrested After Suspected Overdose Call Leads to Drug and Firearms Seizure in Findlay

Photo: Findlay Police Department One person was arrested after Findlay Police Officers were dispatched to Burger King at 717 West Trenton Avenue Tuesday morning to investigate a report of a possible drug overdose in a vehicle. According to a release, the vehicle was located in the parking lot, and 36-year-old Shannon Pullom was in the driver’s seat. He became alert when contacted by officers and advised he was just sleeping. A suspected methamphetamine pipe was observed in plain view inside […]

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‘This Is Alger’: Community Rallies as Three-Reading Ordinance Begins to Rename Village Park in Honor of Ray Brown

In a highly charged and emotional public meeting that reflected both the complexity and unity of a small town, the Alger Village Council voted unanimously to move forward with renaming the village park as Ray Brown Memorial Park. The decision followed two rounds of earlier council votes, but in the end, the voice of many Alger residents played a defining role in the outcome. Many current and even former residents showed up to announce their support of renaming the park […]

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Kenton City Council Reviews Infrastructure Projects, Community Initiatives and More at Recent Meeting

Kenton City Council met this past Monday evening. Members heard from Colleen O'Connell, a candidate for Hardin County Municipal Court Judge. The community organization Revitalize Kenton shared their initiatives and received council support. Key infrastructure projects were a major focus, including addressing a failing sewer line on Morningside Drive and approving contracts for upgrades to signal and lighting on Main and North Detroit Streets. The council passed resolutions for funding these projects through loans and grants, highlighting the complexity of […]

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Revitalize Kenton Thanks Volunteers for Successful Downtown Cleanup

Photo: Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership Revitalize Kenton is giving a big thank you to the dedicated volunteers who participated in a downtown cleanup event held Saturday morning. The group gathered early to tackle trash, weeds, and debris, contributing to the ongoing beautification efforts in the heart of the city. A total of 40 volunteer hours were logged during the morning effort. After wrapping up the cleanup, the group celebrated their hard work with lunch at Domino’s. Organizers praised the […]

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MLJ Library Invites Community to Explore Seed and Supply Library

Photo: Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library. April showers bring May flowers—and the library is here to help you grow them. The Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library is inviting community members to explore its Seed and Supply Library, a seasonal offering perfect for those looking to start or expand their gardens this spring. Seeds are sorted into three categories—flower, vegetable, and herb—and visitors are welcome to take as many packets as they need. Additional gardening materials, such as planting […]

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