The Hardin County Dog Warden's Office made an important announcement this afternoon and it is effective immediately. Officials stated that their office will be closed for quarantine due to an unexpected animal illness. They will notify the public when the quarantine has been lifted. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact them at 419-674-2209.
Photo: City of Kenton Government A temporary parking restriction on Franklin Street in Kenton is scheduled for tomorrow, March 27 and Friday, March 28. During this period, parking will be prohibited on Franklin between Detroit and Main Streets. This restriction is necessary to facilitate the installation of a new waterline. City officials apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation as they work to improve the community's infrastructure. All vehicles need to be removed from […]
Kenton City Council addressed several significant matters at its meeting this past Monday evening. In a write-up provided by city officials, Council members engaged in comprehensive discussions concerning truck traffic issues, enforcement efforts, and updates from city departments. The resignation of the city auditor, adjustments in energy rates, the implementation of trash vouchers, and ongoing infrastructure enhancements were some of the topics. Council members approved the applications for water and sewer infrastructure loans, the awarding of contracts for lead service […]
The Riverdale Local School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting last night, where community members showed up in support of Junior High School and High School Principal Dan Evans. Prior to the start of the meeting, Superintendent Greg Rossman approached former Hardin County Commissioner Candidate Michelle Laubis, stating that she was not allowed to record the meeting and that prior authorization to do so was required. Laubis pushed back on being able to record a public meeting […]
The Bellwether College Consortium, a group of award-winning colleges focused on addressing critical issues facing community colleges, selected Marion Technical College as one of 10 finalists for the 2025 Bellwether Awards. “It is an honor to be selected from a tough field of nationwide contributors,” said Dr. Ryan McCall, president of Marion Tech. “We have worked hard to land our first two National Science Foundation grants and many others to help our students succeed. The Bellwether Awards focus on helping […]
Free clothing and hygiene products are being given way now through this Friday, March 28 at the St. Anthony Center. The center is located at the corner of Wayne and North Streets in Kenton. Their hours are from 11:30am until 1pm. It is for anyone needing assistance. At this time, they are only accepting donations of clean, gently used clothing.
Pictured Left to Right - Lion Aaron Osborn, Lion President Jason Vanbuskirk, Lion Cindy Keller. The Kenton Lions Club held its regular meeting on Wednesday March 19th at the Kenton Elks. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Lion President Jason Van Buskirk with 19 members and a guest present. Garrett Ray, of the Junior Trophy Bassmasters, began by thanking the Lions Club for the past donations to the group. Ray told members that he was […]
Photo: Ohio Northern University Ohio Northern University announced that Dr. Keith Durkin, professor of sociology, has been appointed director of the Ohio Northern University Institute for Civics and Public Policy. ICAPP, an initiative of the Getty College of Arts and& Sciences, is a non-partisan and education-driven community of scholars dedicated to promoting good citizenship. It serves as a vital resource for policymakers and citizens in the Midwest, fostering civic literacy and informed public discourse. A nationally recognized expert in criminology, […]
Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's Office- Inmate Roster A man was arrested after a pursuit with Ada Police Officers early Sunday morning. According to a release from Ada Police Chief Alec Cooper, at around 12:35am on Sunday, an Ada officer attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation near State Route 81 and State Route 235 in the Village of Ada. The driver failed to stop and continued west at approximately 80 to 85 miles-per-hour. Near the 1200 block of […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
