News

17937 Results / Page 1833 of 1993

insert_link

News

AEP Program Helps Spread the Cost of Heating and Cooling

GAHANNA, Ohio, July 18, 2019 — When summer temperatures rise, so can electric bills. AEP Ohio, an American Electric Power (NYSE: AEP) company, has a program to help spread the cost of heating and cooling over the whole year so residential customers can avoid seasonal bill increases. AEP Ohio’s Average Monthly Payment (AMP) plan provides monthly payments on a rolling 12-month average. Each month, the oldest bill is removed from the average and the current month’s bill is added. The […]

todayJuly 18, 2019 98

insert_link

News

Shoplifting Reported at Dollar General

A shoplifting was reported at Dollar General Wednesday.   According to the report from the Kenton Police Department, officers were dispatched to the store Wednesday afternoon where they were told an unknown suspect left the store without paying for several items.   The incident is under investigation.

todayJuly 18, 2019 108

insert_link

News

Wapak Police Keeping Hydrated and in the Spirit of the Moon Landing

Those attending the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing in Wapakoneta this weekend are encouraged to take precautions in the excessive heat.   Staying hydrated is the best advice for everyone.   Officers from the Wapakoneta Police Department said they will not let the heat take away from the festivities.   They indicated that they plan to drink Tang along with water during the moon landing activities in Neil Armstrong's hometown.

todayJuly 18, 2019 50

insert_link

News

Hardin County OSU Extension Holding Fruit and Vegetable Crop Walk

Hardin County – There is a segment of agriculture in southeastern Hardin County that specializes in commercial fruit and vegetable production. Hardin County is also home to the Scioto Valley Produce Auction near Mt. Victory where much of this produce is sold. Hardin County OSU Extension has planned a Fruit and Vegetable Crop Walk program on Tuesday, July 23 from 6:00-8:00 pm to help with fruit and vegetable production issues. The location of the program will be on a produce […]

todayJuly 18, 2019 61

insert_link

News

Ada Municipal Building Renovation Project Progressing

The Ada Police Department released an update on the municipal building renovation project.   Electrical work is well on its way and the HVAC has been installed. Contractors are now in the process of placing dry wall while they wait for delivery of the elevator.    Windows have been installed along the west wall of the police department. Along with this project, village council opted to install a generator powerful enough to run the entire municipal building in cases of electrical […]

todayJuly 18, 2019 80

insert_link

News

Upper Sandusky Church to Operate as Cooling Station

At least one of the churches in Upper Sandusky will be opening its doors to the public this weekend for those who need a place to escape the heat.   The John Stewart United Methodist Church at the corner of 7th and Johnson Street in Upper Sandusky will open its doors Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning at 10am and will be open until at least 7 in the evening.   Those without air conditioning are encouraged to use the air […]

todayJuly 17, 2019 44

insert_link

News

FPD Undergoing Site Based Assessment Program

The Findlay Police Department is scheduled to undergo a three-day, site-based assessment as part of a voluntary program to maintain accredited status with the Commission for Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for law enforcement standards by verifying the agency meets professional standards. The CALEA accreditation program requires agencies to comply with applicable law enforcement standards in four basic areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations and support services. While onsite, the assessors will review agency policies and practices, interview personnel, […]

todayJuly 17, 2019 58

insert_link

News

Statewide “Operation Blue Light” Results in Hundreds of Arrests

COLUMBUS —The Ohio Drug Task Force Commanders Association (OTFCA), the High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA), and the Ohio Department of Public Safety today announced the results of a statewide drug enforcement effort that resulted in hundreds of arrests. The focus of ”Operation Blue Light” was to conduct high-volume traffic stops around identified, heavily drug-trafficked areas throughout Ohio. Using marked Patrol cars, in conjunction with local drug task forces, this effort was intended to reduce traffic crashes and deter criminal activity. […]

todayJuly 17, 2019 48

insert_link

News

State of Ohio Participates in National-Level Military Exercise

The Ohio National Guard and Ohio Emergency Management Agency are the hosts of Vigilant Guard 2019, a national-level exercise that is cosponsored by U.S. Northern Command and National Guard Bureau. Scheduled for August 5-8, 2019, VG19 is a four-day exercise that will test the state’s disaster and emergency response capabilities with a simulated cyberattack event that subsequently causes utility failures and disruptions. Emergency response to hazardous material accidents, civil disturbances, and radiological incidents will also be tested. Exercise activities and […]

todayJuly 17, 2019 66

CONTACTS

ABOUT

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.

►
Necessary cookies enable essential site features like secure log-ins and consent preference adjustments. They do not store personal data.
None
►
Functional cookies support features like content sharing on social media, collecting feedback, and enabling third-party tools.
None
►
Analytical cookies track visitor interactions, providing insights on metrics like visitor count, bounce rate, and traffic sources.
None
►
Advertisement cookies deliver personalized ads based on your previous visits and analyze the effectiveness of ad campaigns.
None