Program Aims to Battle the Revival of Nicotine Addictions through Education

Assistant professor of pharmacy practice Sharon Ternullo, Pharm.D., is combating the rise of teen nicotine addiction in local schools. Awarded a Hancock County Community Partnership grant, Dr. Ternullo and a team of Findlay pharmacy students are educating high school students on the risks associated with e-cigarette use. Working with Findlay High School (FHS), Dr. Ternullo plans to impact over 400 students by providing in-depth education about e-cigarettes and support for students, including those who have violated campus policy. E-cigarette use, […]

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Marion Palace Announces “The Music Man” as Summer Musical

Marion Palace Theatre Executive Director Bev Ford announces the theatre’s 91st season will open with a local production of “The Music Man” on July 13, 14, and July 19, 20, and 21, 2019. Director, Clare Cooke will hold auditions for the upcoming summer production on Saturday, May 18 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 19 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Palace Board of Directors and theatre staff, along with director Clare Cooke and the artistic […]

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Commissioners Hear Update on Hardin Hills Facility

The Hardin Hills Administrator presented the March financials and updates to the Hardin County Commissioners at a recent meeting. Sharon Huston stated that the March profit for the facility was $95,538, with the year to date profit at just over $16,600. The current census is at 61. She said that there are staffing shortages in all areas, and she is conducting exit interviews to find how why employees are quitting. Huston stated that there are rumors that […]

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Filing Deadline Looming for Independent Candidates in Fall Election

People looking to run as independent candidates in the November 5 General Election are facing a filing deadline. According to a release from the Hardin County Board of Elections, petitions must be filed at their office by 4:00pm Monday May 6. The Board of Elections office is located in the lower level of the Hardin County Courthouse in Kenton. If you have any questions, the phone number is 419-674-2211.

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Unemployment Rates Drop Around the Region

Ohio's unemployment rate was 4.1 percent in March, down from 4.6 percent in February. According to a release from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Hardin County's unemployment rate was 3.8 percent in March, down from February's 4.2 percent. In our region, the unemployment rate in Wyandot County is 3%, 2.9% in Hancock COunty, 3.9% in Allen County, 2.9% in Auglaize County, 3.4% in Logan County, 2.9% in Union County and 4% in Marion County. […]

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Table One Cleans Community Garden in Preparation for Spring Planting

Table One celebrated Earth Day on Monday with a garden cleaning event to get ready for their official planting day in May. The area is for the public to enjoy. The yellow boxes in the front are garden boxes and anyone who is in need of fresh vegetables can use them. The green boxes are able to be ‘rented’ out for anyone who would like to have their own personal space for growing plants or vegetables. […]

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Arcadia Woman Arrested on a Warrant

An Arcadia woman was arrested on a warrant Monday morning at the Scioto Village Apartment compound. According to the Kenton Police Department report, an officer on patrol observed 24 year old Allison Herriott, who was known to have an arrest warrant. She was located inside an apartment and taken into custody. Herriott was later transported to the Multi County Jail in Marion.

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Four People Injured in Wyandot County Crash Easter Sunday

Four people escaped serious injury in a two vehicle crash that occurred this past Sunday afternoon in Wyandot County. According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, 33 year old Mohammed Alo, of Toledo, lost control of his car while driving north on US 23. A vehicle behind him, being operated by 25 year old Karie Byrge, of Indiana, attempted to avoid a collision and travelled off the left side of the road. Byrge's car rolled […]

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Mobile Home Destroyed by Fire in Wyandot County

A mobile home was destroyed by fire back over this past weekend in Wyandot County. According to the report from the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office, the Sycamore Fire Department was dispatched to 1950 County Highway 44, and the structure was fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters conducted a search after they discovered that owner, Billy J. Simmons, may be inside, but no human remains were found. Simmons was contacted later by phone and stated he was okay. […]

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