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Hardin Northern Student Brings Learning to Life with Tree Project

Hardin Northern Local School District As part of his agricultural education coursework, Hardin Northern student Hunter Ewing recently completed a meaningful Passion Project that brought learning to life for some of the school’s youngest students. Ewing partnered with kindergarten students to explore the importance of trees and the connections between nature and human life. Through engaging lessons and hands-on activities, kindergarten students learned how trees grow, change, and adapt over time, much like people do throughout their lives. The project […]

todayMarch 26, 2026 135

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Hardin Northern Students Recognized in Americanism and Government Competition

Pictured left to right-Treysen Eibling, Baylie Bacon, Cody Thiel, & Ava GardnerHardin Northern Local School District Several Hardin Northern students were successful during the 2025-26 Americanism and Government competition. The American Legion Post 185 in Ada sponsors this opportunity for local students every year. Students are tested on their knowledge of American history, government, and patriotic symbols. This year, Hardin Northern students Treysen Eibling – Sophomore boys, Baylie Bacon - Sophomore girls, Cody Thiel – Junior boys and Ava Gardner […]

todayMarch 25, 2026 145

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Marion Police Major Graduates from FBI National Academy

Marion, Ohio Police Department Chief Jay McDonald of the Marion City Police Department announced that Major Chris Adkins has graduated as a member of the 297th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, on March 18th, 2026. Major Adkins is the 5th officer in department history to complete this prestigious program. Nationally, fewer than one percent of officers attend the program. Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy […]

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Road Closures Announced for Perry Street Trunkline Project in Kenton

Construction signs are going up for the Perry Street Trunkline Project in Kenton that starts April 6. Perry Street will be closed, and Main Street will be closed from the S & S Drive-Thru to just north of BKP Ambulance. There will be intermittent lane reductions on Wayne Street south of the river before Espy, and traffic will be slow. S & S will still be open via Wayne Street, and BKP ambulance access will stay clear. Crews will bore […]

todayMarch 25, 2026 335

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Kenton Students Shine at Kewpee Art Invitational

Two Kenton High School art students had artwork accepted into the 2026 Kewpee High School Invitational at Artspace in Lima. This year's competition was the biggest yet, with 393 pieces entered and 193 pieces being juried into the showcase. Brenton Coppler and Emma Muller’s artwork were both accepted into the exhibition and Coppler's piece was awarded 1st place in the painting division. The Kewpee High School Invitational Exhibit runs now through April 11. Artspace hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am […]

todayMarch 24, 2026 184

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Kenton High School BPA Students Explore Downtown Revitalization and Entrepreneurship in Bellefontaine

Kenton City Schools KENTON, OHIO — Students from the Kenton High School Business Professionals of America (BPA) club recently traveled to Downtown Bellefontaine for an immersive educational trip focused on entrepreneurship, historic preservation, and community revitalization. The Kenton BPA  students were hosted by Kayne Strickland of Small Nation, a local organization renowned for developing and revitalizing historic downtowns. Strickland guided the group on a walking tour through several of Bellefontaine’s historic buildings, detailing the stories behind their architectural transformations and […]

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Son Pleads Guilty in Brutal Killing of Father in Marysville

Office of the Union County (Ohio) Prosecuting Attorney MARYSVILLE — Union County Prosecutor David Phillips announced Friday that Micaiah Immanuel Swindler (28) has entered guilty pleas to Aggravated Murder and Felonious Assault in the Union County Court of Common Pleas. The charges stem from the April 21, 2025, homicide of the defendant’s 59-year-old father at his home in Marysville. Evidence in the case established that the defendant fatally attacked the victim with an 11-inch dagger, causing multiple sharp force injuries. […]

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One Killed, Several Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Marion County

Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of State Route 309 and State Route 37 in Grand Township, at approximately 3:48 P.M on Friday, March 20, 2026. The crash involved a black 2008 Pontiac G6 driven by 34-year-old Manuel Valdez, of Marion with front right passenger, 65-year-old Cresencio Valdez, also of Marion.  The second vehicle was a white 2017 Buick Enclave, driven by Kali Cannode, […]

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Kalida Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Findlay Crash

A 19-year-old motorcyclist was critically injured following a crash Friday afternoon in Findlay. According to a release, the crash occurred on March 20, 2026, at approximately 1:10 p.m. at the intersection of Broad Avenue and West Bigelow Avenue. Authorities say Jager S. Burgei, 19, of Kalida, was operating a 2002 Aprilia motorcycle northbound on Broad Avenue as the roadway transitions into an incline curve toward West Bigelow Avenue. Investigators report the driver failed to maintain control of the motorcycle, striking […]

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