July 4th Crash in Marion County Claims Life of 16-Year-Old

July 4th Crash in Marion County Claims Life of 16-Year-Old

Marion – Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on July 4th, 2026, at approximately 10:42 PM. The crash occurred on Likens-Chapel Road near Fairground Road in MarionTownship, Marion County.Sandra Sayre, age 46 of Marion, was parked in a 2009 Mercedez-Benz M-Class, facing northbound on Likens-Chapel Road. Her vehicle was struck in the rear by a 2003 Ford Ranger, operated by Timothy Best, age 66, of Marion. Ms. […]

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Kenton High School Band Members Continue Music Training Over Summer Break

Kenton City Schools Music Department While summer break means a pause in regular rehearsals, several members of the Kenton High School Band are continuing to sharpen their musical talents through special performance opportunities and camps. Tate Ketcham, a percussionist, participated in the Buckeye Boys State Band under the direction of Jeff Jordan. Cameron Fox, who plays tenor and baritone saxophone, attended the Bowling Green State University Jazz Camp for the fifth consecutive year. Meanwhile, percussionist Trevor Roesner took part in […]

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Aaron Tippin and Chris Cagle Coming to 2026 Hardin County Fair

Hardin County Fair Aaron Tippin and Chris Cagle are coming to the 2026 Hardin County Fair. The concert will start at 7:00 p.m. on September 12 and is being brought to you by Quest Federal Credit Union. Tickets on sale now at hardincountyfair.org.

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Summer Concert Series Returns to Downtown Kenton on July 4

The next Summer Concert series in downtown Kenton is this Saturday, July 4.The event will feature the band Lowest Point.Revitalize Kenton: a community partnership will be operating the beer tent Saturday evening.Rolling Fire Pizza & La Trailita Taco's y Mas LLC will be also be onsite.The Beer Garden and food service will begin at 5:00 p.m., and the concert will run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday evening.For more information and updates, check out Kenton Historic Courthouse District on Facebook.

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Governor DeWine Announces $15.5M in Brownfield Remediation Grants to Communities in 35 Counties

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jim Tressel, and Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik today announced $15.5 million in grants to help communities in 35 counties clean up contaminated properties and prepare them for redevelopment. The Department of Development is awarding this funding as part of the Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program. Today’s announcement includes nearly $8.4 million for 22 cleanup and remediation projects and $7.1 million for 41 assessment projects. In our region, $105,000 was awarded to Logan County, and […]

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Forest-Jackson Public Library Seeking Part-Time Employees

Two part-time positions are open at the Forest-Jackson Public Library. They are both for 8-20 hours per week, and some days, evening and weekends are required. You can visit the library at 102 West Lima Street in Forest for an application. You can also email a resume to forestlinrarydirector@gmail.com.

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Alliance Shines Latest Community Spotlight on City of Kenton

The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance posted its latest Hardin County Community Spotlight. On the Alliance’s Facebook page and website, they are featuring local businesses that make each of the county’s communities unique. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a variety of places to Eat, Sip, Shop and Visit. Featured in Wednesday’s spotlight were locations in the City of Kenton. They are Midway Diner, Harvey Brothers Gaming and Entertainment and Lawrence Woods State Nature Preserve. More on […]

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Ridgemont Local School District Seeking Bus Driver

Ridgemont Local Schools The Ridgemont Local School District is accepting applications for a bus driver. Responsibilities include morning and afternoon bus routes, and possible field trips and extracurricular events. A bus driver position includes competitive wages, benefits and they will train you. Email a resume to Transportation Supervisor Robert Ball. His email addres is robert.ball@ridgemont.org.

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2026 Hardin County Fair Entries Now Open

Entries for the 2026 Hardin County Fair entries are now open. The process is the same as last year, except for one change. They are asking all exhibitors who are participating in the livestock sale to include add-ons and premium sale entries. In order to participate in the sale, be sure to add those two entries before you submit. A new tutorial video to walk you through the log in and entry process can be found on the Hardin County […]

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