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Lima Hit-Skip Crash Leads to OVI Arrest

A hit/skip crash Thursday morning in Lima led to an OVI arrest. According to the Lima Police Department report, a vehicle slowed for the roundabout at Main and Market Streets, when it was struck from behind by a vehicle that then fled the scene. The driver of the vehicle that was struck obtained a license plate, and police found the driver. 35-year-old Brittney Williams was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle intoxicated. There were no injuries in the crash.

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United Way Hardin County Celebrates Community Annual Meeting

Kenton, OH – May 15, 2026 – United Way of Hardin County proudly hosted its Annual Meeting this week, marking another year of meaningful service, collaboration, and generosity. The event brought together local leaders, volunteers, partner agencies, and supporters to celebrate the collective impact that strengthens Hardin County communities. The event highlighted the work of 2025/26 Honorary Chairs, Jayna and Zach Jansen, owners of Scooter’s Coffee, and included the presentation of four distinguished awards honoring individuals and organizations that embody […]

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County Receives Grant for Asbestos Removal/Remediation of Former Hardin Hills Building

Hardin County Board of Commissioners has a received a one million dollar grant to abate and remove more than 30,000 square feet and 30,000 linear feet of asbestos-containing materials from the former Hardin Hills Health facility at 1211 West Lima Street in Kenton. The asbestos removal will be followed by full building demolition. The cleared and remediated property will be prepared for redevelopment for institutional or commercial use, supporting future growth and reinvestment opportunities. The project is expected to create […]

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Quest Honors Hardin County Teachers of the Year

(Left to Right: Gary Wells, Janelle Morris, Katherine Isenbarger, Emily Breidenbach, Eric Sudlow and Mary Lynn Schumm) Quest Federal Credit Union honored Hardin County Teachers of the Year Thursday afternoon. The recipients are: Ada- Gary Wells Hardin Northern- Janelle Morris Kenton- Katherine Isenbarger Ridgemont- Emily Breidenbach Riverdale- Eric Sudlow Upper Scioto Valley- Mary Lynn Schumm Each teacher received a plaque and a gift card. The ceremony was held in the Community Room at Mid-Ohio Energy in Kenton.

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Hardin County BPW to Meet May 27 in Kenton

The Hardin County Business and Professional Women’s Club will meet on May 27. It will start at 5:30 that evening the Royal Buffet in Kenton. The speaker will be Jennifer Ramge, who will talk about the Hardin County Historic Courthouse District. Guests are welcome at the meeting. Hardin County BPW also issued a reminder that scholarship applications need to be sent to Vanessa Brim by May 31.

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Village of Ada Recognized as Tree City USA for 45th Time

The Village of Ada was recognized as a Tree city USA Wednesday in the Northwest Ohio awards ceremony hosted by the City of Maumee and the Maumee Environmental and Tree Advisory Commission. This is the 45th time the village has been honored with the nationally recognized award. The title of Tree City USA was presented to Ada for its ongoing efforts to maintain and improve quality of life through a comprehensive tree management program. The program is guided by the […]

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Ohio Northern University to Award 742 Degrees This Weekend

Ohio Northern University will award approximately 742 degrees to its Class of 2026 at three ceremonies this Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17. The Pettit College of Law ceremony is on Saturday at 10am, the Raabe College of Pharmacy ceremony is Sunday at 9am, and the undergraduate ceremony is Sunday at 2pm. The ceremonies will be held at the King-Horn Field House on the campus in Ada.

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OVI Checkpoints Planned Friday in Allen, Hancock and Logan Counties

The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced today that statewide OVI checkpoints will be conducted in 24 counties Friday evening. In our region, the counties include Allen, Hancock, and  Logan counties. The statewide OVI checkpoints, paid for by federal grant funds, are planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers. Exact locations for the statewide checkpoints will be announced Friday morning.

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OVI Checkpoint Planned Tonight in Marion

The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced the location and hours of an OVI checkpoint in Marion County tonight. It will be located on Mount Vernon Avenue in Marion. The time is from 9:00 until 10:30pm. The statewide OVI checkpoint, paid for by federal grant funds, are planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The checkpoints will also be held in conjunction with nearby saturation patrols to aggressively combat impaired driver-related injury and fatal crashes. If you plan to consume alcohol, […]

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