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Marion Police Investigating Fatal Train-Pedestrian Crash

The Marion Police Department is investigating a fatal train-pedestrian crash that occurred Friday night in the City of Marion. According to a news release issued February 13, 2026, Marion Central Dispatch received a call at approximately 8:41 p.m. from CSX reporting that one of its trains had struck two pedestrians at the Kenton Avenue crossing. Officers responding to the scene located two individuals near the crossing. An adult male was pronounced deceased at the scene. A 12-year-old child was found […]

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Marion City Police Officer Arrested on Rape and Abduction Charges

This joint release concerning the arrest of MPD Officer Brendan Damron was issued by Marion County Sheriff Matt Bayles and Prosecuting Attorney Ray Grogan: MARION, OHIO-Last night, deputies from the office of Marion County Sheriff Matt Bayles arrested a City of Marion Police Officer for a sexual assault against an adult female family member. City of Marion Police Officer Brendan Damron, age 24, was taken into custody without incident last night and is being held at the Morrow County Jail. […]

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Ada Man Found Guilty to All 13 Charges, Including Burglary and Grand Theft

An Ada man was convicted on a total of 13 counts following a two-day jury trial that started Wednesday in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. The jury found Eric L. Spence guilty of burglary, grand theft when the property is a firearm or dangerous ordnance, grand theft-motor vehicle, receiving stolen property- a motor vehicle, receiving stolen property- a firearm, receiving stolen property- a credit card, receiving stolen property in excess of $1000 but less than $7500, receiving stolen property- a […]

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Indian Lake State Park to Host Maple Syrup Festival

Indian Lake State Park will host a Maple Syrup Festival next month. The hours are 8am until 2pm on Saturday, March 21 and 8am until 1pm on Sunday, March 22 at Indian Lake State Park Campground. The Indian Lake Development Corporation will be serving a pancake and sausage breakfast, and real maple syrup will available. There will be maple vendors, honey candy, live entertainment, and kid’s activities. The fundraiser benefits the Indian Lake Development Corporation for Indian Lake area beautification […]

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Quest Federal Credit Union Opens Seventh Branch in Carey

Quest Federal Credit Union Quest Federal Credit Union announced on Thursday that its 7th branch is now open in Carey. Quest officials thanked Vaughn Industries for bringing the building to life quickly and seamlessly. They will be holding a Grand Opening Ceremony and Open House on Thursday, March 5 from 4:30 to 6:30pm. The newest branch is located at 923 Sheriden Drive in Carey. To learn more about Quest Federal Credit Union, please visit questfcu.com.

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Riverdale Falcons Boys Soccer Seeks Support for Columbus Crew Field Opportunity

The Riverdale Falcons Boys Soccer team has a chance to play at Columbus Crew’s Scotts Miracle-Gro Field on September 13. Your support is needed to make it happen. One way to help is to purchase a Columbus Crew ticket for $65 to one two games, either on July 22 or September 5. You can also make a direct donation to the team. Visit the Riverdale Falcons Boys Soccer Facebook page for more information.

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National Inventors Hall of Fame Announces 2026 Class, Including Cleveland Inventor Behind Chemlok

Cleveland inventor Donald Alstadt: 2026 inductee for his invention of the Chemlok Rubber-to-Metal Adhesive SystemPhoto: National Inventors Hall of Fame NORTH CANTON, Ohio — Fifteen innovation pioneers whose inventions range from sorghum hybrids to broadband communications will be honored in the 2026 class of National Inventors Hall of Fame® Inductees. In partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Hall of Fame will honor these Inductees on May 7 at one of the innovation industry’s most highly anticipated events […]

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Family Engagement Day Seeking Involvement From Local Businesses and Organizations

KENTON, Ohio — The OSU Extension, Hardin County staff are looking forward to once again organizing a FREE Family Engagement event that will be partially funded by the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at the Hardin County Fairgrounds, 14134 Letson Ave, Kenton, OH 43326 from 1-4 p.m. This will be a “farmer’s market” style event.  Please bring your own tables and chairs and a pop-up tent for your space. Spaces will be set-up in a first […]

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Kenton City Council Members Hear About New KPD Hire and Projects for City

Kenton City Council conducted its third regular session of the year Monday evening. Kenton Police Chief Dennis Musser informed council members that his department has hired a new police officer. The Chief called Garrett Warner, “a Kenton kid, and I’m hoping he remains a Kenton kid for a long time.” Officer Warner will be introduced to council at a future meeting. Chief Musser also stated that money from a grant that he announced earlier has been received. He said he […]

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