BMRT Ambulance District The BMRT Ambulance District is planning to hold a CPR Class that will be open to the public at no cost. The tentative date is July 18. Classes would be held at the squad house, located at 102 East Buckeye Street in Belle Center. To register, please contact Chief Andrew Roy. His email address is Chief@bmrtambulance.com.
Upper Scioto Valley FFA Chapter The Upper Scioto Valley- Ohio Hi-Point FFA Chapter will hold its 1st Annual Car and Tractor Show on August 29. It will take place from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at USV High School, located at 510 South Courtright Street in McGuffey. The show will feature an array of classic cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors from all eras. The cost to enter is a $10 donation, and the proceeds support the FFA chapter's Adopt-A-Family for […]
The University of Northwestern Ohio’s 106th annual commencement exercises will be held on Sunday, June 14, at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center. A total of 745 graduates from the College of Applied Technologies, College of Business, College of Health Professions, College of Occupational Professions, and Graduate College will receive 917 diplomas and degrees. 125 students have earned two or more credentials. The 2026 University of Northwestern Ohio graduates represent 40 states (Alabama, […]
Indian Lake Chamber The Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the line-up for Party on the Beach 2026. The event is scheduled to take place on July 25. From 11am until 8pm, the celebration will feature live performances from Fritz & Dr. Ike, RockHouse, and Crossfire Creek. From classic rock to country favorites, there’s music for everyone to sing, dance, and enjoy. Tickets can be purchased at visitindianlakeohio.com.
The 21st Annual Car, Truck, Motorcycle Cruise-In and Rally will be part of the Tree Town Festival in Forest on July 10. The only registrations for this event will take place at the festival. Do not message anyone on the Tree Town Festival Facebook page stating they are taking registrations. Registration starts at 4:30pm on July 10, and the entry fee is $10. Prizes and awards will be handed out handed out at 9:00. Contact Beth Deringer at 419-674-6176 for […]
COLUMBUS – Earlier this month, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, along with members of the 6-State Trooper Project, joined forces to focus on safety belt enforcement. During the eight-day initiative, which ran from Monday, May 18 through Monday, May 25, the Patrol issued 2,832 citations for safety belt violations. Another 98 citations were issued relating to child safety seat violations. The campaign included the Indiana State Police, Kentucky State Police, Michigan State Police, Pennsylvania State Police and West Virginia State […]
Chase Fleece LinkedIn A former employee of WKTN has been named by the Wood County Park District has the Carter Historic Farm Coordinator. Chase Fleece will oversee all activities at Carter Historic Farm including farming operations, programming and events, animal care, and overall maintenance of the site. Park District Executive Director Chris Smalley stated that Fleece has exceptional depth of knowledge and much practical, hands-on agriculture experience. Fleece is a graduate of Kenton High School, and he graduated with a […]
A hydrant was hit early this morning in the Village of Ada causing a water main break on Main Street across from the Super Wash. Several water customers were without water and others experienced water pressure issues. The break was repaired around fours later and water was restored. No Boil Water Advisory was issued.
The Hardin County Engineer's Office announced a road opening. Township Road 205, between State Route 309 and County Road 120, reopened today. The road closed on April 27 for a bridge replacement project.
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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
