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Mid-Ohio Energy Community Fund Supports Hardin Freedom Fest

Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative A recent grant from Mid-Ohio Energy's Community Fund was awarded to help support this year's Hardin Freedom Fest. On behalf of the festival organizers, Quest Federal Credit Union's Matt Jennings thanked Community Fund board member Ranae Sherman for the grant, which will assist the annual community celebration. Officials said this years event is set to be one of the biggest and best yet. The parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the fireworks will start at 10:00 […]

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Hardin Freedom Fest Fundraising Reaches Record High

(Front row left to right) Bri Clem, Megan Heberling, and Ashely Wyen with Trustwell Living serving as Ambassadors for the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, Tammy Gault – Golden Giant, Ranae Sherman – Mid Ohio Energy Community Fund, (Back row left to right) Bryan Marshall – Hardin County Community Foundation, Fred Rush – Hardin County Commissioner, Sam Hostetler – Stillwater Metal & Lumber, Brian Barger – Mid Ohio Energy Community Fund and Grant Reppart – Quest Federal Credit Union […]

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SAFY of Ohio Featured on This Weekend’s Public Eye

SAFY of Ohio will be the subject of discussion on this weekend's Public Eye program. Foster Parent Recruiter Sylvia Roop said it is really important to raise awareness about the need for foster families, "There is such a high need for foster parents that I can say that we are in a crisis, so my goal is to raise awareness, let community members know that there are so many kids in care and not enough foster homes." For the complete […]

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BPW Club Awards Scholarship and Plans for New Year

The Hardin County Business & Professional Women’s Club met at the Olive Garden Restaurant in Lima on June 10 at 6:15 pm. Pres. Sandy Moore welcomed four members to Ladies Night Out which is the final meeting before summer. After the delicious dinner, Scholarship Chairman Vanessa Brim distributed applications for the scholarship so that members could review and discuss. Treasurer Connie Dietz suggested to award $500 as the 2026 scholarship to an applicant who is half way through higher learning […]

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Ada Native Returns Home as Village Administrator

Village of Ada The Village of Ada welcomed Casey Smith as their new Village Administrator. The Ada native and Ada High School graduate brings nearly a decade of municipal experience from the City of Lima's Utilities Department, along with a strong background in public service and community engagement. After earning her degree from Ohio Northern University and building a successful career serving others, Smith is returning home to help lead the community she loves. Smith is committed to supporting ongoing […]

todayJune 18, 2026 456

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Kenton Rotary Hears from KHCD Coordinator and HCCBA Program Assistant Jennifer Ramge

Kenton Historic Courthouse District Coordinator and Alliance Program Assistant Jennifer Ramge spoke at a recent Kenton Rotary meeting. Kenton Rotary recently heard from Kenton Historic Courthouse District Coordinator and Alliance Program Assistant Jennifer Ramge. Ramge shared the many facets of redeveloping the downtown district into a hub of the community.  She said the Kenton Historic Courthouse District, a non-profit organization helps local business owners with renovations, grants, and community-driven programming.  She also said the biggest parts of the revitalization process […]

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Trial Date Changed for Lima Woman Charged in 2025 Death Investigation

The trial for a Lima woman who is facing charges of murder, involuntary manslaughter, strangulation, and felonious assault has been changed. 64-year-old Donna Jo Miller will now stand trial beginning December 7, and it is scheduled for five days. Her trial was scheduled to start July 13, but her attorney filed a continuance, which was granted this week in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. Miller was arrested in April on the charges connected to the death of Paula Dirmeyer in […]

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Investigation Leads to Arrest of Man Accused of Harassing Young Females in Logan County Amish Community

Logan County Sheriff's Office A 39-year-old man has been arrested after an investigation conducted by detectives in Logan County concerning reports involving a male suspect harassing young females in the Amish Community in the rural DeGraff area. According to a release from the Logan County Sheriff's Office, detectives from the Logan County Sheriff’s Office have been investigating multiple reports received within the last several months. These reports involve a male suspect harassing young females in the Amish Community in the […]

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Justin Hendren Sworn In as City of Findlay Police Chief

Pictured: Chief Justin Hendren and Mayor Christina Muryn. Findlay, Ohio – June 15, 2026: The City of Findlay has promoted Justin Hendren to serve as the City’s next Police Chief. Hendren was sworn in by Mayor Christina Muryn today at the City of Findlay Parker Training Center.“Public safety remains one of the most important responsibilities of local government, and strong leadership within our Police Department is essential to serving our community,” Mayor Muryn said. “Chief Hendren brings years of experience, […]

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