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Hardin County Dog Warden’s Office Thanks Ashlyn Smelcer for Generous Support of Shelter Dogs

Photo: Hardin County Dog Warden The Hardin County Dog Warden’s Office expressed their gratitude to Ashlyn Smelcer for her generosity and support. Through her thoughtful pet basket raffles, Smelcer made a donation that will directly help care for and rehome the dogs in the shelter. Office personnel stated that she went above and beyond to help the shelter give every dog the chance they deserve at a loving forever home. The Hardin County Dog Shelter is located at 49 Jones […]

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Ohio Northern Pharmacy Students Take Oath of Professional Commitment, Receive White Coats

Photo: Ohio Northern University Third-year Ohio Northern University College of Pharmacy students took their oath of professional commitment this past weekend. They received their white coats to signify their commitment to the pharmacy profession and their future patients. This was the next step of their educational and professional journey in serving the public. The Ohio Northern University Rudolph H. Raabe College of Pharmacy prepares pharmacists who improve health, serve others, lead change and advance the profession. ONU’s Doctor of Pharmacy […]

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OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital Board Transitions to Board of Advisors

KENTON, Ohio – In an effort to align with the OhioHealth system, OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital is shifting its fiduciary board of directors to a board of advisors. The board will focus on advancing community partnerships, patient experience, and clinical excellence. “At OhioHealth, we are committed to improving the lives we serve in Hardin County for years to come,” said Chris Clinton, president of OhioHealth’s regional market. “This transition keeps us connected to the communities we serve while ensuring we […]

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Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club Visits Jolly Acres Farm

Photo: Benjamin Logan Local School District The Brewer family graciously welcomed the Benjamin Logan Environmental Science Club (ESC) to their Jolly Acres farm for a day of hands-on learning and fall fun. Photo: Benjamin Logan Local School District Students enjoyed a variety of activities including pumpkin painting, cider making, and a guided farm tour. During the cider-making process, members learned how apples are pressed into cider and took an active role in washing, grinding, and pressing the apples themselves. Each […]

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University of Findlay Announces President Katherine Fell to Retire in 2026

Photo: University of Findlay University of Findlay President Katherine Fell, Ph.D., has announced her plans to retire at the close of the 2025-26 academic year, concluding 16 years of transformative leadership for UF. “President Fell has led with vision, faith, and a deep commitment to the transformative power of higher education,” said Chris Ostrander, president of the University’s Board of Trustees. “We are profoundly grateful for her service and her impact on many thousands of students. She will leave Findlay […]

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Hardin County OSU Extension Educator Amanda Raines Receives National Mid-Career Service Award

Photo: Ohio State University Extension- Hardin County Hardin County Ohio State University Extension Educator, Amanda Raines, received the Mid-Career Service Award at the Epsilon Sigma Phi (ESP) National Conference in Fort Worth, Texas last week. The award recognizes outstanding efforts of Extension professionals with 10 to 20 years of service who exhibit continuing leadership and excellence in State Extension program planning, delivery, and evaluation in program and/or administration. One person is recognized from each of ESP's four regions. Professionals in […]

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National Teen Driving Safety Week: Patrol Urges Parents to Join the Conversation to Prevent Teen Crashes

COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding parents and guardians to have life-saving conversations with their teens about safe driving during the upcoming National Teen Driver Safety Week, which runs from October 19-25. Families play a critical role in reinforcing safe driving at home by setting the example, following the rules of the road and spending time driving with their teens. Through this, they can strengthen the lessons taught by troopers and give young drivers the confidence […]

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Reps. Thomas and Mathews Unveil Legislation to Boost County Efficiency and Cut Waste

COLUMBUS, Ohio — State Representatives David Thomas (R- Jefferson) and Ty Mathews (R-Findlay) recently introduced House Bill 520, legislation that would establish Blue Ribbon Committees in every Ohio county to review local taxing units, departments, and public services in an effort to reduce duplication, improve efficiency, and save taxpayer dollars. “As we continue to work on property tax reform this legislation will provide great next steps to aid in reducing costs and promote the need for efficiency in our local […]

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Two People Transported for Smoke Inhalation on Sunday After House Fire in Bellefontaine

Two people were transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation after a fire in Bellefontaine Sunday morning. According to information from the Bellefontaine Fire Department, firefighters were dispatched at just before 6:30 to 608 Florence Avenue for a residential structure fire. Upon arrival, crews found a two-story residence, fully engulfed. All off duty personnel were called in, as well as mutual aid from Huntsville Volunteer Fire Department. The male and female occupants escaped the home and were transported, and no […]

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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.