A car that was stolen in Michigan was recovered in Kenton Thursday morning. According to the report from the Kenton Police Department, an officer was dispatched to the Hardin County Title Department at the request of the Ohio State Patrol, in reference to a male trying to register a stolen vehicle. The 2017 Dodge Challenger, valued at $28,000, was stolen in Michigan on June 4. A 44 year old Kenton man was listed as the suspect, and […]
A shoplifting incident was reported to Kenton Police late Thursday afternoon. According to the report, officers were dispatched to Sav-A-Lot on Decatur Street at just before 4:30 to investigate a theft report. A man attempted to steal an unknown amount of merchandise from the business. A 38 year old Ada man was listed as a suspect, but he has not yet been charged. The incident remains under investigation.
The Hardin Northern Local School District announced that progress is being made on Phase II of the Master Plan to update the school's facilities. This phase of the project includes the completion of the following: the installation of new track to replace the outdated and worn older track facility, Press Box Bleachers at the finish line, Public Address System, Concession Stand and Restrooms to service baseball, softball, and track, Paving of the Parking Lot, Providing Service to new facilities […]
The Allen County Sheriff's Office welcomed two new members to the force this week. Brooke Law is the new Psychological Services Coordinator. She is a graduate of Wapakoneta City Schools and attended Bowling Green State University and Ohio State University. Keaton Sullivan is the newest corrections officer. He graduated from Bath High School and attended the University of St. Francis.
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance held an award ceremony for a local Kenton resident at Basil's restaurant in downtown Kenton yesterday evening. The Hometown Hero award is presented to those who impact the community in various ways, from community outreach to community service. Jesse Purcell, Director of Chamber and Tourism, gave a description of what the candidate must do to be presented with this award. Purcell said, “This award celebrates those who are doing awesome things in this […]
A 31 year old Kenton man has been arrested and is facing numerous charges in connection to arson fires from April of 2018. Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart said Dustin Cannode was visiting his probation officer when he was taken into custody without incident this past Tuesday afternoon at the Hardin County Courthouse. Four fires were set at homes on Leighton, Walnut, Tracey and Leonard Streets. Two of the homes were occupied, but there were no injuries. […]
Flooding is again a concern as rain continues to fall. The forecast is calling for more rain through the morning hours. We'll get a bit of a break this afternoon, and look for sunny skies Friday. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are back in the forecast for the weekend. Road closed signs remain out in various locations around Hardin County and around the region. Do not attempt to cross roads covered with water. Law enforcement agencies […]
Flooding issues forced the temporary closure of the emergency department at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine Wednesday evening. WPKO Radio reported that just over 3 inches of rain was reported in the area, which led to flooding and five patients at the hospital had to be transferred to area hospitals. The ER was fully operational as of this morning. More rain is in the forcement, and motorists are advised to drive with care, remembering not to cross […]
A suspicious item found at the University of Findlay Wednesday evening was identified as a piece of construction material. University police officers found the items that appeared to be attached to a natural gas line leading to the Student Life Building. WFIN Radio reported that as a precaution, the building as well as others nearby were evacuated. The Findlay Fire Department and Lima-Allen County Regional Bomb Squad were then dispatched. The item was identified at around […]
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.