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Ohio Hi-Point Welding Students Create Iwo Jima Sculpture for AMVETS Post #39

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 […]

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Kenton Rotary Learns About Hardin County 4-H Success from Amanda Raines

Photo: Kenton Rotary Kenton Rotary heard about Hardin County 4-H at a recent meeting. Amanda Raines, 4-H Youth Development Educator at the Ohio State University Extension office, shared that Hardin County 4-H reaches 44% of the 4-H aged children between the ages of 5 and 18. This number is enough to be second in the state of Ohio. In 2024 4-H had 26 Community Clubs, 653 youth enrolled in community clubs, 78 adult volunteers serving as club advisors and the […]

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Bluffton University graduates celebrate success

Photo: Bluffton University Bluffton University graduated its 125th class during the Saturday, May 3, Commencement ceremony. The 125th graduating class consisted of 189 bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Drawing inspiration from poet William Stafford, Commencement speaker Dr. Perry Bush, emeritus professor of history at Bluffton University, challenged the Class of 2025 to “follow the authentic line”—a path of truth, service and reconciliation—in a world marked by division and distrust. Referencing Bluffton’s mission statement and the enduring motto “The Truth Makes Free,” […]

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Kenton High School Hosts Mock Crash to Promote Safe Driving

Photo: Kenton City Schools Kenton High School held its biannual mock crash demonstration this past Thursday, May 1st. It was held prior to the school's prom that was held over the weekend. Students were reminded about the importance of making good decisions during prom festivities, as well as the risk of driving while tired. The remarks were provided by Kenton Police Chief Dennis Musser and KHS Principal Jason Jones. The school thanked the agencies that participated in the exercise to […]

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Runners Raise $4,500 for Chloe Hodge Foundation at Recent Ohio Hi-Point 5K

Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Despite the rainy weather this past Saturday, the 2025 Ohio Hi-Point Hustle for Hodge 5K Run/Walk was a success. Nearly 200 runners, including kids and adults, braved the elements and ran for a great cause. Together they were able to raise $4,500 for the Chloe Hodge Scholarship Foundation. You can check out lots of photographs capturing the event on the Ohio Hi-Point Career Center's Facebook page.

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19-Month-Old Girl Drowns in Union County Pond; Authorities Investigating

A 19-month-old girl is dead after drowning in a pond in Union County on Sunday. According to a release from the Union County Sheriff's Office, a 9-1-1 call was received at just before 7:30 Sunday evening reporting that the toddler was found unresponsive in a pond in the 19,000 block of Paver Barnes Road. Approximately 8 minutes later, a deputy arrived on the scene and began CPR. Medics from the Marysville Fire Department then arrived on scene and took over […]

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Dr. James & Ellen Bazzoli Scholarship Helps Marion Students Entering Health Care

A local Marion couple with decades of leadership in health care is investing in students entering the profession. Dr. James and Ellen Bazzoli created a new scholarship to help Marion County students cross that stage at graduation. “I frequently would notice medical assistants or techs in their late 20s and early 30s with children who wanted to go back to school. The cost can be a barrier,” Dr. Bazzoli said. Health care job openings are growing much faster than other […]

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Chemical Spill in Mount Victory Prompts Multi-Agency Response; EPA States No Public Health Risk

Photo: Carmen Erb @ Old Tin Cup Antiques In response to a recent hazardous materials incident in Mount Victory earlier today (05/02/25), the Southest Hardin Northwest Union Joint Fire District issued a release on the incident a short time ago. The full release can be found below: On May 2, 2025, at 11:20 AM, the Southeast Hardin Northwest Union Joint Fire District was dispatched to a report of paint in the roadway at the intersection of Main Street and Taylor […]

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2025 ‘Student Leaders United’ Graduation Set for May 14

The 2024-2025 Student Leaders United class will graduate on May 14th, 2025, at Mid-Ohio Energy. This talented group of high school sophomores from across the county will be recognized for participating in this program. The event, sponsored by Quest FCU and Midwest BBQ, will include school leadership, program volunteers, and family members. The group of 26 students represents the following schools: Ada High School, Hardin Northern High School, Kenton High School, Ridgemont High School, Riverdale High School, and Upper Scioto […]

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Ohio Hi-Point Welding Students Create Iwo Jima Sculpture for AMVETS Post #39

Kenton Rotary Learns About Hardin County 4-H Success from Amanda Raines

Bluffton University graduates celebrate success

Kenton High School Hosts Mock Crash to Promote Safe Driving

Runners Raise $4,500 for Chloe Hodge Foundation at Recent Ohio Hi-Point 5K

19-Month-Old Girl Drowns in Union County Pond; Authorities Investigating

Dr. James & Ellen Bazzoli Scholarship Helps Marion Students Entering Health Care

Chemical Spill in Mount Victory Prompts Multi-Agency Response; EPA States No Public Health Risk

2025 ‘Student Leaders United’ Graduation Set for May 14

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