Mary Lou Johnson - Hardin County District Library Remaining youth programs for the month of July at the Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library are scheduled for next week. On Monday, July 20 from 2:00-4:00 p.m., patrons up to 18 years old who check out a book, can get an ice cream float on the way out. Then on Friday, July 24, a summer party for Teen Time will be held from noon until 2:00 p.m. There will be board […]
The Village of Ada welcomed the new Human Resources & Finance Administrative Assistant on Thursday. An Ada High School graduate and longtime Ada resident, Calthy LaRue graduated from Franklin University with a degree in HR Management. With 8 years of Human Resources experience in manufacturing, along with expertise in safety and union relations, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. In her new role, she's looking forward to building relationships with Village employees, finding new ways to improve […]
Kenton Historic Courthouse District Eats on the Street Food Truck Fest is all set to take place tomorrow evening in Kenton. It will take place from 5:00-10:00 pm, and the event will offer you a chance to enjoy fun, food, and entertainment. To ensure a safe event setup, sections of Columbus and Wayne Streets will close beginning at 11:30 Saturday morning. Main and Franklin Streets will remain fully open throughout the entire evening.
Don't forget, Helping Hands is holding an indoor Garage Sale today and tomorrow. The hours are from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. today and Saturday at 100 Cleveland Avenue in Kenton. Numerous items will be for sale. All proceeds will go to help with community projects.
Arlington Heart & Soul The Arlington Homecoming Festival will get off this evening and continue tomorrow. The Food Zone will operate from 4:00-7:00 this evening, the parade starts at 6:30 p.m., and numerous activities will continue until 11:00 tonight. Saturday afternoon, a Kids Tractor Pull gets things started at 3:00 p.m., and a Kiddie Parade begins at 4:00, and activities will go until 11:00 Saturday night. A complete schedule can be found on the Arlington Heart & Soul Facebook page.
Kenton Middle School families are being reminded about several dates as the new school year approaches. 7th and 8th grade schedule pickup will be from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on August 20, and the Wildcat Clinic will be open during that time to provide 7th grade shots if needed. The 6th grade open house will be at 6:00 pm on August 24, and 6th grade schedules can be picked up during the event. Finally, 7th and 8th grade Back […]
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio EPA has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory until midnight tonight (07/17/26) as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality. Ohio EPA will issue an expiration notice when the air quality improves, and the smoke has left the region. Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category in the southwestern part of the state to the “Unhealthy” category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the “Very Unhealthy” to “Hazardous” categories. […]
The Board of Trustees of Pleasant Township, Hardin County, Ohio hereby gives notice that they are holding a special meeting Monday, July 20, 2026, at 5:00pm at 555 W. Franklin St., Kenton, OH 43326. The purpose of this meeting is for the Board of Trustees of Pleasant Township to execute a power of attorney document authorizing an individual to sign documents relating to the purchase of a new fire truck. This notice was submitted by the Pleasant Township Fiscal Officer, […]
Over 200 4-H projects were judged at this week's Life Skills project judging. State Award winners will represent Hardin County at the Ohio State Fair, and State fair packets can be obtained starting today at the OSU Extension Office. Best of Project winners are for top projects, but without state fair competition. County Award winners are for second place and alternate delegate to the state fair. Outstanding Achievement Award winners went above and beyond the requirements and had an outstanding […]
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.
