ODA Announces $23 Million for Programs in Western Lake Erie Basin

REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio (Feb. 26, 2019) – Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Director Dorothy Pelanda announced new assistance programs for producers in the Western Lake Erie Basin funded by the passage of Ohio Senate Bill 299. Signed in 2018, Ohio Senate Bill 299 provided $23.5 million for soil and water conservation districts (SWCD) located in the Western Lake Erie Basin (WLEB) for nutrient management programs. ODA has already distributed $3.5 million to 24 SWCDs in Northwest Ohio. “Water quality is a […]

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Informational Meeting Set for USV Students and Parents

Upper Scioto Valley High School students and parents, There will be an informational meeting for Upper Scioto Valley High School students and parents about the next European trip on March 7, @ 6:30pm in Room 112. The trip will be a tour of the Mediterranean in 2021. Itinerary, cost and travel details will be explained at the meeting. More information can be found on USV School District Facebook page.

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HCSO Opening Saturdays to Handle Increased Demand for CCW Licences

The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office will be opening for limited hours on some Saturdays due to increased demand for Carrying a Concealed Weapon licensing applications. Hours will be from 9 a.m. to Noon. Saturdays currently scheduled are March 2, 16, and 30 and April 6. Subsequent Saturdays will be posted at hancocksheriff.org and the Hancock County Sheriff Facebook page. Applicants will be served on a first come, first served basis.

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Kenton City Council Rejects Fact-Finders Report

The Kenton City Council continued negotiations with the Police Departments Union during closed session at last night's meeting. After returning from closed session, the Council brought forth the fact-finder’s report which recommended a six bullet point economic terms of agreement. Some of the bullet points included, double time pay for work on non-scheduled holiday, wage increases and, the inclusion of a Police Service Allowance. However, the Council voted to reject the fact-finders report with a vote of 5-2. Antwilla Davis, […]

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Kenton Top 20 Has Successful Weekend Competition

On Saturday, February 23, the Top Twenty show choir competed at the Voices in the Grove Competition in Grove City, Ohio. The group had a very successful day, which culminated with the group being named Grand Champions of the Small Mixed High School division against four other schools. Additionally, the group's score was high enough to qualify them for the evening Finals portion of the competition for the second time this season, where they competed against all large school groups, […]

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Suicide Prevention Training Offered by OSPF & PASS

Lima, Ohio: The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF), in collaboration with the Allen, Hardin, & Auglaize County Suicide Prevention Coalitions & Prevention Awareness Support Services offers workforce development in suicide prevention for behavioral health professionals. OSPF will offer AMSR for behavioral health professionals serving youth and young adults (10-24). Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk (AMSR) educates behavioral health professionals on how to recognize, assess, and help patients struggling with suicidality. AMSR is a 1 day training designed to help all […]

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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Many times, teens who are involved in an abusive relationship will remain silent. They will not ask for help or seek guidance until after they have already suffered for a period of time. This can cause serious physical, emotional, and mental damage to a developing teen. As adults, these teens are more likely to be withdrawn and depressed. Teens who were victims of abuse are also more likely to be violent and abusive themselves. This can create a never-ending cycle […]

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Kiwanis Club of Kenton Conducting Fundraiser

Members of the Kiwanis Club of Kenton will have raffle tickets available on May 7 for a chance to win season tickets for all home football games of The Ohio State University. The cost will be $5.00 per raffle ticket. The seats are on C Deck approximately the 30 yard line. The proceeds will benefit the community service endeavors of the Kiwanis Club of Kenton. More details will be released later.

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Scheduled at Kenton Business

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony has been scheduled at a new downtown Kenton business. The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance will conduct the ceremony at the Lofts, located at 116 North Detroit Street this coming Friday March 1 at noon. The Lofts at Detroit offers furniture repair and upholstery service, a wedding venue and party entertainment service.

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