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Findlay Woman Arrested in Bluffton Prostitution Sting; Drugs and Firearm Seized

A Findlay woman was arrested Monday afternoon after the Hancock County METRICH Drug Task Force, assisted by the Hancock County Sheriff’s office, conducted a prostitution sting at the Fairway Inn, located at 855 State Route 103 in Bluffton. According to a release, the operation yielded a large amount of suspected liquid methamphetamine, 88 tablets of LSD, 6 Schedule II pills, 1 gun, and drug paraphernalia. As a result of the operation the following person was arrested and incarcerated at the […]

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Hardin County Fairgrounds Begin Cleanup and Repairs After Tornado Damage

The Hardin County Fair Board expressed their commitment to cleanup and rebuild the fairgrounds after last week's devasting tornado. On its website, they announced that fairgrounds electrician Dennis Hinton and his team were able to restore electricity to the Caretaker’s House, Maintenance Shop, and Office, and they will continue to work on repairing downed poles and lines across the fairgrounds. The grounds team worked through the weekend to begin stabilizing buildings and removing vehicles, campers, boats, and trailers stored in […]

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Rural Kenton Man Pleads Not Guilty to 26 Charges in Hardin County

A rural Kenton man was arraigned on multiple drug related charges in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. According to court documents, 41-year-old Brian Flowers pleaded not guilty to all 26 counts in the indictment, which included several counts of aggravated tracking in drugs, aggravated possession of drugs, trafficking in fentanyl-related compound, possession of fentanyl-related compound, possession of drugs and more. Judge Steve Christopher set bond at $75,000 cash or surety, but bail cannot be posted until Flowers tests negative of […]

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Hardin County Dispatcher KyLee Hites Completes Training with Strong Performance

Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's OfficePictured: (Left) Dispatcher Hites, (Right) CTO Rhinehart, who is holding baby Hites. A dispatcher at the Hardin County Sheriff's Office has officially completed her training period. According to the Sheriff's Office announcement, throughout the process, KyLee Hites' drive and determination to learn allowed her to excel. She is now ready to take on the night shift and serve the community. Officials at the Sheriff's Office, congratulated her on the achievement.

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Fatal Crash on US 30 in Allen County Claims One Life, Teen Seriously Injured

Richland Township – On March 28, 2026, at approximately 10:17 A.M., the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a report of a commercial semi-truck striking a car on US 30 at the Hancock County Line in Richland Township, Allen County. Lawrence Morris Sr, age 62, from Toledo, Ohio was southbound on CR 15 driving a 2015 Lincoln MKS. Andrew Skiles, age 54, from Rochester, Indiana was westbound on US 30 driving a 2018 Kenworth Semi. Mr. […]

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Hardin Northern Students Lead Career-Focused Passion Project at County Job Fair

Hardin Northern Local School District Two Hardin Northern students Passion Project is focused on exploring real-world career opportunities and helping other students learn about life beyond school. The project is River Guinn and Alex Gatchell's Agricultural Education coursework. The two organized a trip to the Job Fair held this week in the Community Building at the Hardin County Fairgrounds. Hardin Northern Local School District While there, students had the opportunity to interact with around 20 different companies, each sharing information […]

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Good Samaritan Rescues Driver from Burning Car After Head-On Crash in Hancock County

Two people were injured in a head-on crash in the 21,000 block of State Route 235 that occurred Thursday morning in Hancock County. According to a release from the Hancock County Sheriff's Office, a southbound car driven by Caiden Helms crossed the center and struck a northbound vehicle by driven by Kathy Elsass. Following the crash, Elsass' car caught on fire. She was initially trapped inside but was pulled to safety by a passing Good Samaritan before the car became […]

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Hardin County Fairgrounds Hit Hard by Thursday Evening Storms

(Machinery Building) Strong storms rolled through Hardin County starting around 8 Thursday evening. High winds resulted in downed power lines and trees throughout the county.  Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart stated motorists should continue to be vigilant for all possible roadway obstructions.  A hard-hit area in Kenton was the Hardin County Fairgrounds. Extensive damage occurred to the Poultry and Rabbit Building and Merchants Building. (Poultry and Rabbit Building) Hardin County Fair Marketing and Communications Director Kolt Buchenroth said crews are […]

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Severe Storms Expected Tonight Across Hardin and Surrounding Areas

We will be keeping an eye on the weather starting this evening. Thunderstorms will occur along and behind a cold front that will cross in the evening and overnight hours. The National Weather Service indicated that damaging winds, large hail, and very heavy rainfall are the primary threats. Isolated tornadoes could occur early in the development of these storms. Listen to WKTN for the latest updates including any possible watches and warnings.

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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.