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March Declared as Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Columbus, Ohio (Feb. 28, 2019) – No matter the occupation, eye protection plays an important role in keeping eyes and vision healthy. From jobs that require extended use of computers and device screens, to those in construction or manufacturing where exposure to liquids, particles, or flying debris is a concern, taking care of the eyes should be a priority. According to The Vision Council, about 80 percent of American adults report using digital devices for more than two hours per […]

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Kenton Woman Arrested in Logan County

A Kenton woman was arrested Wednesday in Logan County on a warrant out of the Kenton Police Department.   According to the report, the Logan County Sheriff's Office informed Kenton police that that they had 22 year old Taylor Barnett in custody.   An officer met a deputy at the Logan and Hardin County line and took custody of Barnett.   She was then transported to the Multi County Jail in Marion.

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Fraudulent Charge Made to Credit Card of Kenton Man

A Kenton man reported a fraudulent charge was made to his debit card recently.   According to the Kenton Police Department report, the man said a charge of nearly $60 showed up on his statement.   His card was used to make a purchase online, and the items were delivered to an address in Florida.   The incident is under investigation.

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Driver Cited Following Wyandot County Crash

A Findlay man escaped injury in a crash that occurred Wednesday afternoon in Wyandot County.   According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, 71 year old Earnest Davis apparently blacked out while driving west in the 1300 block of State Highway 568.   The pickup, which was pulling a trailer, went off the left side of the road where it struck a sign and a utility pole. It continued into a yard where it struck and entered […]

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3rd Annual Hardin County Poultry Banquet Scheduled

Hardin County – The 3rd annual Hardin County Poultry Banquet will be held at 6:00 pm, Saturday, March 16, 2019 at the Family Center of the Kenton Christian & Missionary Alliance Church located at 15436 State Route 309 in Kenton. Each family is asked to bring a side dish and dessert, as there will be no additional charge for the evening. Broasted chicken from The Plaza Inn will be the main course for the evening. Table service will also be […]

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UNOH Receives $10,000 Grant from PPG Foundation

The University of Northwestern Ohio is being presented with a $10,000 grant at 2:30pm on Friday, March 1, 2019 at the UNOH Robotics Lab located at 1391 N Cable Rd. The grant is from the PPG Foundation designated for improvements to the newly renovated Robotics and Automation Lab. Presenting the check will be Jeff Oravitz, PPG vice president, coatings services. The grant funds will be used to construct a fabrication area in the Robotics and Automation Lab for student training. […]

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Alliance Holding 3rd Annual Student Job & Career Fair

The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance will hold the 3rd Annual "Student Job & Career Fair" from 8:30am to 12:30pm Tuesday, March 19th.   The event is specifically geared towards educating students in Hardin County about the opportunities of employment in and around our community.   Students will have resumes ready and can be hired that day, or can be used for future employee needs.   Contact the Alliance by March 6th to secure a spot.   If you […]

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Applications Still Being Accepted for HCSO Academy

Applications are still available for the 2019 Hardin County Sheriff's Academy slated for consecutive Thursdays March 7 – April 18th, from 6 until 8:30pm.   Applications should be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office, 1025 S. Main St., Kenton and returned with a $25 non-refundable fee (check or money order, only) by March 1st.   Applicants must be Hardin County residents, 18 years of age or older.   For further information call (419)673-1268.

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ONU Business Students Offering Free Income Tax Assistance

Taxpayers in Hardin and surrounding counties can find free income tax assistance from Ohio Northern University business students through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). The VITA Program offers free tax help to persons who generally make $54,000 or less who need assistance in preparing their tax returns. As part of this program, ONU students receive training and become IRS-certified to help prepare basic and intermediate tax returns and identify special credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child […]

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