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Perry Street Trunkline Project to Begin Next Week in Kenton

City of Kenton Government The City of Kenton announced that the Perry Street Trunkline Project is set to begin next week. The project is intended to tie-in the water main that runs under the Scioto River. City officials stated that Main Street from the Party Shop drive-thru exit to north of the BKP driveway could be closed as early as Feb 9, but will definitely be closed by Feb 23 and is expected to remain closed until March. The Party […]

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Hardin County Detective Testifies as McCafferty Trial Continues

Andrew McCafferty’s trial continued through the afternoon in Hardin County. The lead investigator in the case, Detective Aric LaRue from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, was on the stand for the afternoon portion of Wednesday's trial. Video of the interview with McCafferty conducted by Detective LaRue during the early morning hours of October 1, 2025, was played for the jury. In the recording, McCafferty described his version of the events leading up to the stabbing. He said he went to […]

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Coroner, Co-Worker, and BCI Personnel Testify in McCafferty Trial

The Hardin County trial against Andrew McCafferty continues today. One of the witnesses on the stand this morning was Dr. Dean Swiatkowski. He is the Chief Deputy Coroner from the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office, where the autopsy on James Collins' body was conducted. He was called by Prosecutor Brad Bailey. The doctor detailed the severity and locations of the stab wounds on Collins' body. Dr. Swiatkowski noted that any of the multiple wounds could have been fatal, but one on the right […]

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Public Notice: Hardin County Courthouse Security Screening Policy Effective February 9, 2026

Public Notice  Courthouse Security Screening Policy Effective Date: February 9, 2026 The purpose of this policy is to ensure the safety and security of all individuals within the courthouse by preventing the introduction of weapons, explosives, and prohibited items into the facility.  All individuals entering the Hardin County Court House-including citizens, legal professionals, and employees, are subject to security screening. Hours of operation: Screening stations are active during all hours the building is open to the public. Monday- Friday 7:30am-5:00pm.  Compliance: […]

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Multiple Witnesses Take the Stand as McCafferty Trial Continues

The Hardin County trial against Andrew McCafferty continued today. McCafferty, a Mount Victory man, is facing charges of aggravated murder, murder, involuntary manslaughter, felonious assault, and two counts of tampering with evidence. Testimony this morning was provided by Andrew McCafferty's live-in girlfriend, who described his demeanor the evening before the stabbing incident took place. She told Prosecutor Brad Bailey that McCafferty consumed whiskey, which she said changes him from mild-mannered to angry. She testified that she left the house around […]

todayFebruary 3, 2026 2455 3 5

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Ada Restaurant Owners Express Gratitude for Community Support After Monday Fire

Photo: Karen Miller Owners of Viva Maria in Ada are thanking first responders and the community after a fire damaged the restaurant Monday afternoon. Multiple fire and emergency units from across the area responded to the scene, with some crews remaining for hours despite cold conditions. The owners said the fire followed a series of security alarms at the building, and when they arrived, smoke was pouring from the rear of the restaurant. Employees and community members also gathered at […]

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State Presents Case Against McCafferty as Witnesses Testify Monday

After seating a jury and presenting opening statements, the State began laying out its case against Andrew McCafferty yesterday in Hardin County. Prosecutor Brad Bailey called three witnesses to the stand Monday afternoon. They included Emily Roy, the Communications Coordinator at the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, who presented the timeline from the first 9-1-1 call made by McCafferty’s live-in girlfriend, who reported that James Collins had been stabbed. Colin O’Connell, a paramedic with South East Hardin–North West Union County EMS, […]

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Opening Statements Begin in Hardin County Murder Trial

Jury selection for the trial of Andrew McCafferty concluded today, Monday, February 2, in the case involving the October 1 stabbing death of James Collins in Mt. Victory. The trial is now underway, with opening statements presented by both the prosecution and defense. Assistant Prosecutor Morgan Fish, in his opening statement, claimed that McCafferty's live-in girlfriend left the house on the night of September 30—the night before the killing—following an argument. She took her two high school–age foster children with […]

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City of Findlay Wins $150,000 for Urban Prairie Pilot Project

City of Findlay- Mayor's Office The City of Findlay was one of nine cities in the United States to win a 2026 Healthy and Sustainable Communities Award from American Beverage, the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America and the United States Conference of Mayors. They won first place in the Small City category. Findlay will receive $150,000 for its Urban Prairie Pilot Project. The project is a model for sustainability and will convert flood-damaged, city-owned turfgrass in the Blanchard […]

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