Applications Open for Hardin County Shop with a Cop

Applications Open for Hardin County Shop with a Cop

The Hardin County Shop with a Cop program is getting ready for another holiday season. This year, they will be able to take 30 children shopping with local law enforcement officers on Saturday, December 12. Current kindergarten through–sixth grade students are eligible, and applications will be accepted until December 1. Priority will be given to children who have not participated in Shop with a Cop in previous years. To submit an application, please click here. Donations for the Hardin County […]

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USDA Boosts Ohio Agricultural Economy Through $594 Million in Safety Net and Conservation Program Payments

Columbus, Ohio— The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) is delivering approximately $594 million in farm safety net and conservation program payments to Ohio farmers, producers and landowners. USDA recently announced nationwide historic safety net assistance totaling $13.8 billion in gross payments through the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2025 crop year and an additional $1.8 billion in Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) annual payments for 2026. “These dollars help producers […]

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Bluffton University Receives $8,000 Stinner Summit Award

BLUFFTON, Ohio — Bluffton University and collaborative partners received $8,000 through the Ben Stinner Endowment Fund, established by Ohio State University’s Agroecosystem Management Program (AMP) to support Farm, Environment and Agriculture School Trips (FEAST), a Bluffton-led initiative connecting young people with local agriculture, environmental stewardship and food systems through hands-on educational experiences. FEAST was developed during the 19th Annual Stinner Summit, hosted at Bluffton University in December 2025. The summit brought together farmers, educators, environmental organizations and community members to […]

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Red Cross Urges Blood and Platelet Donations Ahead of Holiday Season

Oct. 21, 2026 —The American Red Cross urges people to leave a lasting impact by giving blood or platelets now. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, are needed to keep the blood supply steady ahead of the holiday rush. As we lean into fall activities, keeping blood and platelet donation appointments on the books is crucial to ensuring hospitals have the tools they need to care for patients this fall. In thanks, all who come […]

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Benjamin Logan Quiz Bowl Remains Undefeated at 6-0

Pictured left to right: John Tingley, Michael Berry, Laurel Smith, Lottie Bodin, Junah Tingley, and Maille Ricketts The Benjamin Logan High School Quiz Bowl team brought home two victories over Bellefontaine on October 20, improving their Hardin-Hancock-Logan League record to an impressive 6-0. Senior Junah Tingley led the Raiders in individual points, with juniors Michael Berry and Lottie Bodin and sophomore Laurel Smith also contributing to the scoreboard. Senior Maille Ricketts and freshman John Tingley helped the team earn valuable […]

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Riverdale Quiz Bowl Remains Undefeated After Win Over Ada

Riverdale Local Schools Riverdale High School's Quiz Bowl team remained undefeated in their Hardin-Hancock-Logan league this past Monday night when they hosted Ada. Both Varsity and JV teams are now 6 and 0 in HHL play. Riverdale Local Schools Top scorers in tossups were Khloe Bash, Cara King, Tucker Lewis and Lilly Frey. Jack Crist led the team in powers.

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‘Ghosts of Ohio’ and Teen Halloween Party Set for MLJ Library in Kenton

Mary Lou Johnson - Hardin County District Library Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library will present a family friendly program called The Ghosts of Ohio tomorrow. James A. Willis will be the speaker, and it will start at 5:30 Thursday evening and will last about an hour. Mary Lou Johnson - Hardin County District Library Then on Friday, the library will have its Halloween Party Teen Time from 4:00 until 5:00 pm in the Community Room. That is for ages […]

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‘World Without Cows’ Documentary Showing Tonight in Bellefontaine

Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce A film with a local connection behind it will be playing in Bellefontaine this evening. World Without Cows is a documentary exploring the complex role cows play in our food systems, agriculture, the environment, and communities around the world. The film was co-created and co-directed by Michelle Michael (Misty Kimbler), a 1997 Indian Lake High School alumna, alongside Dayton, Ohio filmmaker Brandon Whitworth. After five years of filming across 22 countries, this project brings […]

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Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Welcomes Lamar Advertising as New Member

The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance welcomed Lamar Advertising Company as a new member. Lamar Advertising is a leader in out-of-home advertising, helping businesses of all sizes connect with local and national audiences. Featuring an extensive inventory of over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar provides high-impact billboard, digital, transit, and airport advertising solutions tailored to drive brand visibility and customer action. You can visit their member directory to learn more about Lamar Advertising, www.hccba.com.

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