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OhioMeansJobs Hardin County Holding Open House

KENTON, Ohio – OhioMeansJobs Hardin County announced they will be hosting an Open House on Monday, June 14, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 175 W. Franklin St., Suite 150, Kenton. The community is invited to tour the newly remodeled center, learn more about our services and training programs, and meet our staff and partners. Light refreshments will be provided. The Center is now open with no restrictions, Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM -4:30 PM and Friday 8:30 […]

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United Way of Hardin County Ready for Days of Caring

The United Way of Hardin County's 2nd Annual Days of Caring is set for June 11th & 12th. Days of Caring is the United Way’s way to bring the community together and celebrate volunteerism by giving back and volunteering at non- profit agencies.  Last year they had over 50 volunteers throughout Hardin County doing service projects at local agencies and parks, doing things like painting, yard work, cleaning, and picking up trash at parks.  This year they hope to double […]

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Ohio Northern University Begins Year-Long Sesquicentennial Celebration

ADA, Ohio - One individual with a transformative academic vision began what has become a singular and successful collective pursuit to positively change the world. One hundred and fifty years later, Ohio Northern University is now celebrating its founding with a year-long sesquicentennial celebration focusing on the past, present and future. The Polar Bear community invites everyone to participate in events that will feature music, art, food, fun, nostalgic activities and forward-thinking interaction for all ages. “The sesquicentennial is clearly […]

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Husted Announces Results for April Round of TechCred

Program Exceeds 20,000 Approved Credentials (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Lt. Governor Jon Husted, who serves as Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, announced the results of the April TechCred application period Thursday. Following eight rounds, over 23,700 credentials have been approved through TechCred, exceeding the DeWine-Husted Administration’s goal for the first two years of the program. "Since October of 2019, we have created the opportunity for thousands of Ohioans to earn tech credentials at no cost, helping boost their employability and […]

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Alger Library Summer Kickoff Event Being Held June 8

The Alger Public Library Summer Reading Program kickoff event will be held June 8. The program allows participants to learn, create, explore, and have fun reading all summer long.  All ages are invited to participate. The kickoff event will start at 2pm on Tuesday at the library located at 100 West Wagner Street in Alger. There will be a snow cone vendor with State Fair donuts, cotton candy, snow cones and more.

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One Person Seriously Injured in Roll Over crash in Kenton Tuesday Night

A roll over crash occurred this past Tuesday night in the 300 block of North Detroit Street in Kenton. According to the Kenton Police Department report, which was released Wednesday night, 67 year old Wilson J. Wages of Kenton, lost control of his vehicle, which traveled off the road and struck a parked vehicle. Wilson's vehicle then overturned and came to rest on its side in the middle of the road. The driver and a passenger, 61 year old Pamela […]

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Kenton Pool Now Set to Open on Saturday

Opening day for the Kenton Swimming Pool has been delayed by a day. After being forced to postpone opening due to low air and water temperatures over the Memorial Day weekend, the Kenton Swimming Pool was set to open for the season Friday, however the temperature of the water is still too low. The hope is that with sun and temperatures in the 80's on Friday, that will solve that problem. The plan is now for the pool to open […]

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Graphic Packaging Holding Open Interviews Fridays in June

Graphic Packaging in Kenton is holding on-site open interviews. That will take place every Friday in the month of June. The hours are 9-11am and 2-3pm. They are located at 1300 South Main Street in Kenton. Interested parties should complete an online application prior to the event by visiting graphic pkg.com. Graphic Packaging has immediate direct hire opportunities for blanker operators and packers.  These positions start at $16.00/hour up to $19.00/hour depending on the position.  All new hires receive paid […]

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COVID-19 Update: Vax-a-Million Winners, Status of Vaccinations in Ohio

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.OHIO VAX-A-MILLION Ohio Vax-A-Million's newest winners joined Governor DeWine this morning to discuss why they chose to be vaccinated and their excitement of being selected during this week's drawing. Jonathan Carlyle from Toledo in Lucas County won this week's $1 million prize, and Zoie Vincent from Mayfield Village in Cuyahoga County won this week's college scholarship prize. "I actually […]

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