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Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Tressel Urge Ohioans to Prepare for Severe Weather and Flooding

As severe weather continues to impact Ohio, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jim Tressel are urging Ohioans to prepare for ongoing rainfall and flash flooding this weekend, particularly in the southern half of the state. A storm system that has been churning over the Midwest has already dropped significant rainfall throughout Ohio and is expected to bring continued heavy rain across the state this weekend. While this storm system is not expected to bring record levels of flooding, […]

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Two Marion County Residents Charged with 64 Counts in Animal Cruelty Case

After a three-week investigation, two Marion County residents have been charged with 64 counts of prohibitions concerning companion animals. According to a release from the Marion County Sheriff's Department, the investigation was launched in early March after Marion County Dog Warden authorities were dispatched to the 6000 block of Marion Agosta Road for a report about a deceased dog. The dog's body was found and a necropsy was conducted. Three weeks later, a search warrant was served at the residence […]

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Kenton-Hardin Health Department Shares Measles Information and Resources

The Kenton-Hardin Health Department recently announced that they have received numerous calls about the measles outbreak and have shared vaccination information for the community on their Facebook page. Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through coughing, sneezing, or being near someone who’s infected. It often starts with cold-like symptoms—like a fever, cough, and runny nose—followed by a rash that spreads across the body around 3-5 days after symptoms begin. It can also cause high fevers that may spike […]

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Riverdale High School Presents “Little Shop of Horrors” This Weekend

Photo: Riverdale Local Schools The Riverdale High School Music Department presents "Little Shop of Horrors" this weekend. Showtimes are tonight and Saturday night at 7:00pm, and Sunday at 3:00pm in the Russell E. Willeke Auditorium. Doors will open 30 minutes before show time. All tickets are general admission, and cash will still be accepted at the door.

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Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, and Flooding Expected Across Ohio Through Sunday

Severe weather is expected across the state through this Sunday. The National Weather Service says that means strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread flooding can be expected. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms will occur into the weekend, with the heaviest rain expected Saturday into Saturday night. A Flood Watch remains in effect through Sunday morning. The Ohio Department of Transportation encourages motorists to make sure to stay alert on the roadway and watch for scattered debris, downed power lines, […]

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Spring into Action: Join Revitalize Kenton for a Downtown Clean Up Day on April 5

Photo: Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership The group Revitalize Kenton will hold a Downton Clean Up April 5. Those interested in helping can meet in the parking lot beside the Kenton Theater. Clean up will take place from 9am until noon. You should bring gloves, weed eaters, grabbers and push brooms. Revitalize Kenton is a community partnership lead by a group of volunteers who are interested in seeing their community flourish. More information on the organization can be found by […]

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Scattered Outages and Flood Risk Linger in Hardin County After Severe Storms

Photo: Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative Scattered power outages remain today for residents around Hardin County. The late-night storms brought high wind gusts, lightning and rain across the region. As a result, Mid-Ohio Energy reported that over 9 three-phase poles were broken at the ground along County Road 90. Down power lines were also reported in the area of State Route 81, between County Roads 115 and 125. American Electric Power shows that there are scattered outages impacting customers especially in the […]

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Tickets on Sale Now for 2025 Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Tickets for the 2025 Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony are on sale. They are $30 each and can be purchased at Quest Federal Credit locations in Kenton and Ada on a first come-first serve basis. No tickets will be sold at the door. The event will be held on Saturday. June 14 at St. John's Evangelical Church, 211 East Carrol Street in Kenton. Doors open at 5 pm for a Meet and Greet, with dinner and ceremonies […]

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“A Dream Come True”: Brenda Rainsburg Marks 40 Years as Hardin County Recorder

Tuesday may have been April Fool’s Day, but it was no joke for a long serving Hardin County elected official. Brenda Rainsburg celebrated her 40th anniversary on Tuesday as Hardin County Recorder. Reflecting on that time, she noted that a lot has changed over those years especially in technology and employees. With 40 years down, she has no plans to call it a career anytime soon, “I’m here for as long as the county will have me. 40 years has […]

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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.