The Hardin County Sheriff's Office hosted the monthly Buckeye State Sheriff's Association luncheon on Thursday. It was announced at the luncheon that Sgt. Kendrick Garmon will serve as Deputy Director of the Northwest District of the BSSA. This is his fourth election as he continues to represent the deputies in the Northwest district on the BSSA board of directors.
Thursday was a big day for a Hardin County farm family at the Farm Science Review in London, Ohio. The Ohio Department of Agriculture announced the 2026 Conservation Farm Family Award winners. The Area 1 winner was Kellogg Farms of Forest. Area 2 Winner-McKown, Richland County Area 3 Winner-Braddock, Knox County Area 4 Winner-Turpin Farms, Hamilton County Area 5 Winner-Wolfe, Fairfield County Small Farm Category (new in 2026)-Hammersmith, Defiance County Department of Agriculture officials stated that Ohio farmers are champion […]
Two Bellefontaine residents were injured in a one vehicle crash that occurred Thursday afternoon on County Road 1 in Logan County. According to the Marysville Post of the Ohio State Patrol, 68-year-old James Samples lost control of his pickup truck while driving north on 1. The vehicle first went off the right side of the road and Samples overcorrected, causing it to end up off the left side of the road where it rolled over multiple times before coming to […]
Hardin County Family YMCA. The Hardin County YMCA is encouraging members to wear pink in memory of Dolly Parton who passed away last month. Today is September 25, or 9-2-5, a title of one of her biggest hit songs. The day honors her legacy of kindness, generosity, compassion, and community spirit. Members are encouraged to wear pink in celebration of a life that inspired us all to dream big, give back and lift one another up.
Riverdale Local Schools currently has items available online through the Public Surplus auction site. Bidding is underway and will end at 1:00 pm on October 7. The auction is open to the public, which means anyone is welcome to register and bid, including Riverdale employees. To view items, you can visit the Public Surplus website and search for “Riverdale Local Schools” to view the current auction listings. To view the items, please click here.
About 50 members of the Ohio Army National Guard’s 684th Medical Company are deploying to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of Operation Spartan Shield. The public is invited to attend a call to duty ceremony honoring the Soldiers tomorrow. The ceremony will start at 1pm on Saturday at Columbus Christian Center, located at 2300 North Cassady Avenue in Columbus. While deployed, the unit will provide medical support and evacuation capabilities to sustain joint and multinational forces, […]
The Village of Ada Code Enforcement Office reminded Ada residents who rent their homes or apartments that Ohio law provides certain protections when it comes to the condition and maintenance of rental properties. Under Ohio Revised Code, landlords have certain responsibilities for maintaining rental properties. These generally include making necessary repairs to keep the property fit and habitable, providing running water and reasonable amounts of hot water, providing reasonable heat when required, and more. Ohio law provides certain remedies when […]
Hardin County Council on Aging is currently hiring. They are looking for part-time or full-time homemakers and drivers. It's an opportunity for you to help make a difference in the lives of local seniors. You can call them at 419-673-1102 or visit 100 Memorial Avenue in Kenton for an application.
Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance 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 Villages of Ridgeway and Mt. Victory. They are Ridgeway Farm Ohio, Ridgeway Hardware and […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
