America in Concert Friday Night at Marion Palace Theatre

Patrons will have the opportunity to attend two separate events this weekend at the historic Marion Palace Theatre located at 276 West Center Street in downtown Marion. On Friday, February 22 at 8 p.m., the classic rock band America will take the Palace stage to perform their top hits which include “I Need You,” “A Horse With No Name,” “Ventura Highway,” “Don’t Cross the River,” “Tin Man,” “Lonely People,” and “Sister Golden Hair,” among others. At press time, a limited […]

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MPD Holding Kids Event on Wednesday

The Marion Police Department will hold the final Cops, Kids, Cookies and Cocoa event of the season Wednesday evening. It will take place at the Women's Club Home at 1126 East Center Street from 5:30 until 7:30. Games and other activities will be set up to go along with the cookies and cocoa.

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Law Enforcement Looking for Suspect in Vehicular Assault Case

Hardin County law enforcement officials are seeking assistance in locating a person of interest in an aggravated vehicular assault investigation. Anyone with information concerning the whereabouts of Thomas F. Snyder Jr. should call the Hardin County Sheriff's Office TIP LINE @ (419) 675-8475. The incident occurred in the city of Kenton on March 3, 2017.

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Week 12 Soroptimist Winner Announced

KENTON-Hardin Co. Soroptimist International announced the Club 250 winner for week 12. Cheryl Fouts will receive $100. Club 250 is a fundraiser that helps to award scholarships to local women and girls.

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West Mansfield Man Arrested for Domestic Incident

A Logan County domestic disturbance incident over the weekend landed a West Mansfield man in jail. WPKO Radio reported that 40 year old Erik Engstrom is alleged to have thrown a bag of cat litter that struck a minor. Engstrom told deputies he had been drinking for some time and became upset because he thought the minor stole his cigarettes. He was arrested on a charge of assault and transported to the Logan County Jail.

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University of Findlay Mourning Loss of Pharmacy Professor

The University of Findlay community is mourning the loss of beloved pharmacy professor Bradley W. Shinn, Pharm.D. He passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at his home. Dr. Shinn was a Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the University, and had been a part of the College of Pharmacy since its inception in 2007. According to Debra Parker, Pharm.D., College of Pharmacy Dean, he was a talented teacher, a strong and passionate student advocate, a kind man, and truly […]

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Gas Prices Edging Higher This Week

The average price for a gallon of gas in Hardin County increased another 2 cents a gallon this week. AAA reported the average price for a gallon of regular grade gas was $2.13 today, up from last Monday's $2.11, but that was still the cheapest price in our region. The most expensive is in Union County at $2.28 a gallon. The statewide average is at $2.24 a gallon, and the nationwide average stands at $2.32 a gallon.

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Government Offices Closed for President’s Day

Today is President's Day. It was originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, but the holiday became known as Presidents Day after it was moved as part of 1971's Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation's workers. Government offices are closed as are most financial institutions. There is no mail delivery, and the Kenton Times and Daily Chief-Union newspapers will not publish today. There will only be […]

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Ada Teenager Suffers Minor Injury in Crash

An Ada teenager escaped with minor injuries after his vehicle slid on the ice and struck a tree Sunday afternoon. According to the Ada Police Department report, 17 year old Kyle Zimmerly was driving south on Gilbert Street, and his vehicle slid on the ice and struck a sign and a tree before coming to rest. Heavy damage occurred to the vehicle, and Zimmerly was treated at the scene for a small cut above his eye.

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