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KHCD Seeking Musical Groups for Christmas Parade Festivities

Local acapella choirs and acoustic instrumental ensemble groups are being asked to participate in the upcoming Kenton Lions Club: Ohio’s Biggest Small Town Christmas Parade. They are looking for short musical performances of about 15 minutes to help spread holiday cheer at this year’s festivities leading up to the Christmas Parade. The deadline to sign up is October 1. If your group would like to take part in the festivities, contact the Kenton Historic Courthouse District for more information. Deadline […]

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PUCO Issues Special Reconnect Order for 2025-2026 Heating Season

COLUMBUS, OHIO (Sept. 18, 2025) – The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) today issued its Special Reconnect Order for the upcoming winter heating season. The Special Reconnect Order helps Ohioans served by PUCO-regulated utilities reconnect or maintain electric and natural gas service during the winter heating season between Oct. 13, 2025, through April 15, 2026.  Any residential customer of a PUCO-regulated electric or natural gas company may take advantage of the provisions contained in the order once per winter heating season. Last winter heating season, more than 204,107 Ohioans used the Special […]

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City of Kenton Seeks Public Works Superintendent; Competitive Pay and Benefits Offered

The City of Kenton is hiring a Public Works Superintendent. This role offers a competitive salary, along with benefits like health, dental, and vision insurance, plus retirement plans and life insurance. They need someone with 5 years of experience in supervisory roles related to maintenance, repair, and the construction of Public Works facilities. If you're skilled in Microsoft Office and ArcGIS, and have at least a high school diploma or GED, the city would like to hear from you. Apply […]

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Three-Day Indian Lake Fall Festival Begins Tomorrow

Photo: Indian Lake State Park The three-day Indian Lake Fall Festival at Indian Lake State Park Campground starts tomorrow. Arts and crafts will be on display Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm, and Sunday 10 am to 4pm, with free admission and parking. The campground is located two miles north of Lakeview on State Route 235. There will be over 100 art and craft displays and food concessions.   For additional information, call Indian […]

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USV Students Train with World Champion Shihan Jerry Poe in Advanced PE Class

Photo: Upper Scioto Valley School District Upper Scioto Valley offers an Advanced PE elective this school year, giving students even more opportunities to grow in fitness and health. As part of this class, students have been working with Shihan Jerry Poe, an 8-time National Champion, 3-time World Champion, and Bruce Lee Hall of Honor member. Through American Vital Karate, Shihan Poe has shared his knowledge and expertise, providing the students with a unique and valuable learning experience. You can learn […]

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Ohio’s State Parks Receive National Gold Medal Award for Excellence

Cedar Falls, Hocking Hills State Park (COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz announced today that Ohio State Parks has been named the best park system in the nation for providing excellent recreation programs and services. Ohio was awarded the 2025 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management this morning from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park […]

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Hardin County Dispatcher Jennifer Jordan Nominated for ‘Dispatcher of the Year’ Award

Photo: Hardin County Sheriff's Office Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart and Communications Coordinator Emily Roy attended the annual National Emergency Number Association, and Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials Gold Star Awards luncheon recently. They were there to support Communications Officer Jennifer Jordan, who was nominated for Dispatcher of the Year for her excellent service to the citizens of Hardin County. Everhart and Roy stated that they are proud of Jordan and value her contribution to the team.

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Community Weighs In on Kenton Charter Commission

A City of Kenton Charter Commission public hearing was held Tuesday evening at the Kenton Elementary School. Councilman Chad Miller, from the city’s 4th Ward, along with Mayor Lynn Webb, Safety Service Director Cindy Murray and City Law Director John Schwemer fielded a number of questions from citizens who attended. One citizen feels Charter City status would add a barrier between the citizens and city council when it comes to expressing concerns. Miller countered that the commission is designed to […]

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Kenton High School Announces Homecoming Court and Week of Festivities

Photo: Kenton City SchoolsStanding: Layelle Coulson (Freshman), Lyla Gammon (Sophomore), Ade Bridenstine (Junior). Seated: Addy Haudenschield, Emori Criner, Addi Manns (seniors) Kenton City Schools continue with their exciting Homecoming week, featuring themed dress days and traditional events. The annual bonfire will take place this evening at 8:00 p.m. behind Robinson Field, and a pep rally for students will be held Friday, September 19th at 2:00 p.m. in the high school gym. The Homecoming Parade will begin Friday at 6:00 p.m., […]

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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.