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BLUFFTON, Ohio— Bluffton University has been awarded a $100,000 Protect the Planet Grant from Cenovus Energy. The grant will fund invasive-species removal and native-plant restoration at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve over a two-year period beginning in March 2024. The project includes identifying and removing invasive species in the five acres along the drive into the nature preserve and a full restoration of the non-native, 10-acre grassland to native tallgrass […]

BLUFFTON, Ohio— Bluffton University has been awarded a $100,000 Protect the Planet Grant from Cenovus Energy. The grant will fund invasive-species removal and native-plant restoration at the Bluffton University Nature Preserve over a two-year period beginning in March 2024. The project includes identifying and removing invasive species in the five acres along the drive into the nature preserve and a full restoration of the non-native, 10-acre grassland to native tallgrass […]

Hardin County - Most producers have had the needed dry weather this fall to get livestock manure applied to fields. However, a wetter than normal corn crop and full elevators, did delay corn harvest longer than normal in some areas. For livestock producers waiting on frozen ground to apply manure, here are some things to keep in mind. Frozen ground would be soil that you cannot inject the manure into […]

Tis the season for Holiday parties and get-togethers that often involve alcohol being served. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging everyone to celebrate the season safely. If you plan to drink alcoholic beverages, call a sober friend, rideshare or taxi to get you home safely. The time to make the arrangements is before you drink. OSP reminds everyone that Buzzed Driving is drunk driving.

The Ohio Department of Transportation District 1 is seeking public comments regarding proposed projects in Hardin County The Hardin County Engineer, in partnership with ODOT, is proposing to resurface portions of County Road's 175, 190, 209 and 265. Construction activities will result in temporary roadway closures, with traffic being detoured temporarily.  Construction is anticipated to occur in the summer of 2025. Comments should be submitted by Wednesday, December 20, 2023. […]

CarFit, an educational program developed by AAA, AARP, and the American Occupational Therapy Association, provides information and resources on how older drivers can enhance their safety in the driver’s seat. Kimberly Schwind, the Assistant Director of the Ohio Traffic Safety Office talks about why older drivers are targeted, “They are more likely to be injured or killed in a crash because of age related frailties, and so  CarFit takes a […]

Village of Carey officials are looking to fill a vacancy on the Village Council. There will be one vacant council position at the beginning of 2024. The position will be a term of four years. Carey residents who are interested in the open seat should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Village Fiscal Officer by December 22. The Carey Village Council meets on the first and third […]

This would be a good weekend for your child to work on their Christmas list. They will have an opportunity to call in and talk with Santa on the yearly Santa Call-in show on WKTN. That is scheduled to take place from 5 until 8pm on Thursday December 21. Children aged 13 and under can call in and tell Santa what they would like for Christmas. The number to call […]

The Alger Public Library's annual Christmas Book and Chocolate Exchange will take place from 2 until 4pm tomorrow. Those attending should bring one wrapped new or gently used book with some sort of chocolate to be exchanged at the library. You are encouraged to dress in your favorite Holiday sweater or outfit. The afternoon offers a time to socialize and talk about books. Cookies and hot drinks will be served.