Four Vehicles Stolen; Multiple Vehicles Entered in Union County

Several vehicles were stolen, and multiple vehicles were broken into in Jerome Township in Union County Thursday. According to a release from the Union County Sheriff's Office, the hardest hit areas include the Dogwood Neighborhood in Jerome Village and the New California Woods and Hills subdivisions. A total of four vehicles were stolen and numerous items were stolen from several vehicles in the area. Almost all of the vehicles that were entered were left unlocked and ignition […]

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Flood Warnings in Effect for 3 Surrounding Counties

Flood warnings are in effect for three counties in our region today. Heavy rain that fell Thursday and through the overnight is causing standing water on roadways. Rivers and streams are also rising leading to a flood warning in Allen County until 3:30 this afternoon, Auglaize County until 2:45 and until 10 tonight in Hancock County. The National Weather Service advises motorists to use caution and not drive across flooded roads.

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Stretch of Carroll Street to be Closed Saturday Evening for Prom

A stretch of road in Kenton will be closed for several hours Saturday evening. According to a release from Safety Service Director Jim Hites, Carroll Street, between Main and Wayne Streets will be closed to through traffic for prom. The closure will begin at 6 Saturday evening.

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Commissioners Shoot Down Rumor of Hardin Hills Closing

The Hardin County Commissioners met recently with staff and family members at Hardin Hills to deal with what they termed toxic rumors that the facility is closing. They assured those present that Hardin Hills is not closing. They noted that steps have recently been taken to keep the building updated as possible at the well-built but older building. Architects were brought in to see the feasibility of adding restrooms, a new ice maker is being ordered and more […]

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ReStore Community Center in Ada Seeks Help in Finding New Name

The ReStore Community Center in Ada will be changing its name, and they are asking for the public’s help in choosing it. Robert Kanzig, Executive Director for the Center, said the ReStore name has served them well, but it's time to end the confusion with Habitat for Humanity. The ReStore board wants everyone involved in the center to be part of this process, hence the reason the new name will be decided by a contest. Suggestions are […]

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Four Locations for Drug Take Back Day in Hardin County

Saturday is the day to dispose of unwanted medications in your household with an event known as Drug Take Day. Four locations will open with drive thru operations from 9-11 Saturday morning. The locations are the Medical Office Parking lot at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Kenton, the parking lot of Rite Aid in Ada, the Forest City Building and the Ridgemont school in Mt. Victory. The event offers an opportunity to dispose of unwanted or expired prescription […]

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Marion Man Arrested Following Incident at Upper Sandusky Bar

A man from Marion was arrested in Upper Sandusky Thursday night. According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, deputies were dispatched to Rosebud's Tavern on a report that a man, identified as Derek E. Moore, became agitated because he was refused service due to his intoxicated state. The employees of the establishment also stated they felt threatened, and Moore left after they called police. Moore was located at TNT Bar, and allegedly provided deputies […]

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Master Gardner Schedules Annual Plant Sale

Hardin County – The 16th Annual Hardin County Master Gardener Plant Sale begins at 9 am on Saturday, May 11 rain or shine at the Friendship Gardens of the Hardin County, which is a new location. The Friendship Gardens of Hardin County is located behind the HARCO Workshop Building, 960 W. Kohler Street in Kenton. Parking is available at the garden. Sponsored by the Hardin County OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, there will be several Hardin County garden clubs and […]

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OSP Operating a OVI Checkpoint Near Lima Tonight

The Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, announced today that an OVI checkpoint will be held from 6 to 9 this (Friday) evening on State Route 309 near the Ohio State University at Lima. The OVI checkpoint, funded by federal grant funds, is planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The checkpoint will include nearby saturation patrols to aggressively combat alcohol and drug related injury and fatal […]

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