Photo: Ada Bulldogs Ohio Northern University engineering students built a brand-new Gaga Pit for Ada School students to enjoy. Ada School officials expressed their gratitude for the ONU students' time, energy, and generosity in giving back to the school. They added that their students are already loving the new Gaga pit.
Photo: Hancock County Sheriff's Office A man was arrested Sunday morning in Findlay after a short pursuit by Findlay Police officers. According to a release, officers observed a vehicle run a stop sign in the 600 block of Grand Avenue and attempted to make a traffic stop. The driver failed to stop, and the pursuit was initiated. It ended a short distance away, when the driver pulled into an alley and stopped in a parking lot behind 714 Beech Avenue […]
The Bluffton University Board of Trustees met in May for their annual spring meeting. The board discussed a variety of topics including federal and state changes in higher ed, reflections from the halted merger process, enrollment review and other institutional needs. Trustees also took several actions including promoting faculty and approving a one-year strategic plan. Three faculty members were promoted during the meeting. Dr. Sarah Lehman, who has been with Bluffton since 2019, was promoted to associate professor of biology […]
Photo: Findlay Airport Findlay Airport authorities announced that a new Military Operating Area, or MOA, is operating in the district. The M-STINGER MOA is basically a 20 x 20 nautical mile box south of Toledo. This will most likely be used by the F-16's out of Toledo Express. These activities are very near the Findlay, Bluffton, Allen County, and Van Wert Airports. Cleveland Air Route Traffic Control Center is listed as the controlling agent. More information can be found on […]
Photo: Ridgemont Local Schools Ridgemont hosted several area first responders at the school on Wednesday. Their visit was part of Safety Day that held for elementary students. The students were able to tour the emergency vehicles and learn about the jobs of first responders. Attending the event were the Hardin County Sheriff's department, BKP, Mount Victory Fire Department and Ridgeway Fire. School district official expressed their appreciation for their visit.
The Riverdale Local School District welcomed two new administrators. Scott Maag has been approved as Middle and High School Principal. Rachel Arnett has been approved as K-5 Principal. Both were introduced to district residents on Wednesday.
The University of Findlay is excited to join forces with Slingshot, as its new campus store provider. Beginning in August 2025, Slingshot will provide a refreshed campus store experience with several new lines of University of Findlay branded merchandise and gifts, as well as a selection of course materials.Slingshot’s premier course material subscription service, called “Slingshot Choice,” includes options to buy new, buy used, rent, or purchase digital materials. Students can opt in or opt out at any time or […]
Photo: Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance announces the selection of Jennifer Ramge as the Kenton Historic Courthouse District Coordinator & Alliance Program Assistant. Jennifer Ramge is a dedicated business and real estate management professional with over 19 years of experience in Real Estate Management and Development, as well as Construction and Property Management. She brings a vast business perspective to the Hardin County community and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. Her […]
Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Ohio Hi-Point Career Center’s Welding and Fabrication students recently completed a project honoring one of the most iconic images in American military history. The semi-abstract sculpture, inspired by the historic flag raising on Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in WWII, is now permanently installed at AMVETS Post #39 in Indian Lake. The students spent this school year designing and constructing the sculpture, considering the visual impact, location, and structural durability. The sculpture […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
