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Hardin County Historical Museum Celebrates Women’s History Month with March Speaker Series

Hardin County Historical Museums, Inc. The next Hardin County Historical Museums free Monthly Speaker Series is scheduled for March 26. It will start at 6pm at 223 North Main Street in Kenton. March’s topic will feature wedding dresses through the ages as the Museum celebrates Women's History Month. The event is set to begin at 6pm at 223 North Main Street in Kenton. The guest speaker is Casey Heilman. The History After Hours Speaker Series are being held on the […]

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Fatal Crash in Hancock County Under Investigation

On March 19th, 2026 at 10:04 pm, the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office received a call of an injury crash on State Route 186, south of County Road 97 in Hancock County.  A 2018 Kia Forte, driven by Paul Leader, age 51, of Findlay Ohio, was traveling south on State Route 186.  A 2015 Hyundai Velostar, driven by Shelby Freed, age 23, of McComb Ohio, was traveling north on State Route 186.  Mr. Leader’s vehicle traveled left of center and struck […]

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Construction Begins on Ohio Hi-Point Public Safety Building

Photo: Ohio Hi-Point Career Center Construction is officially underway on Ohio Hi-Point Career Center's new Public Safety Building on the Bellefontaine campus. This space will be home to the Criminal Justice, EMT, and Fire Level 1 programs, which give students more opportunities to train in real-world environments and meet the needs of local communities. In addition to classroom space, the facility will include a fitness area, locker rooms, and bays for emergency vehicles. Students are expected to be welcomed into […]

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Mt. Victory Man Sentenced on Tampering Charges After Acquittal on Serious Counts

A Mt. Victory man was sentenced Thursday afternoon on two counts of tampering with evidence. Andrew McCafferty was placed on five-year community control, with conditions. He must serve 180 days of local incarceration but was granted 129 days for time served. McCafferty must report to the Multi-County Correctional Center in Marion, beginning March 23, and he was granted work release upon filing an approved Work Release Contract. Using a Stand Your Ground defense, McCafferty was acquitted on the more serious […]

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Black Swamp Area Council Celebrates 76 New Eagle Scouts at 2025 Eagle Scout & Youth Recognition Banquet

LIMA, OH- The Black Swamp Area Council of Scouting America honored 76 new Eagle Scouts at its annual Eagle Scout & Youth Recognition Banquet held Saturday evening at the UNOH Event Center in Lima. The event celebrated the Class of 2025—the young people who achieved Scouting’s highest rank, an honor earned by only about 4% of all Scouts. Mayor Mike McCann of Defiance served as Master of Ceremonies, opening the program following a color guard presentation by the National Youth […]

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Deadline Approaches for ONU’s 2026 Young Alumni Awards

Photo: Ohio Northern University Alumni The deadline for nominations for Ohio Northern University’s 2026 William L. Robinson Young Alumni Awards is quickly approaching. If you know an alum who graduated within the past 15 years and demonstrates passion and loyalty toward their profession, community, and alma mater, you can nominate them now. The deadline for submitting nominations is April 1. To review the criteria and submit your nomination, please click here.

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Hardin Freedom Fest Seeking Community Input for 4th of July Events

America is preparing to celebrate its 250th birthday this 4th of July, and plans are being made for some special events as part of Hardin Freedom Fest activities. The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance, Hardin County Freedom Fest, Hardin County Museums and the City of Kenton are teaming up on the plans. One of the activities is adding a tailgate party at the Little League park before the fireworks. Organizers are conducting a survey to gauge community interest in […]

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