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Hardin County Fairgrounds Begin Cleanup and Repairs After Tornado Damage

The Hardin County Fair Board expressed their commitment to cleanup and rebuild the fairgrounds after last week's devasting tornado. On its website, they announced that fairgrounds electrician Dennis Hinton and his team were able to restore electricity to the Caretaker’s House, Maintenance Shop, and Office, and they will continue to work on repairing downed poles and lines across the fairgrounds. The grounds team worked through the weekend to begin stabilizing buildings and removing vehicles, campers, boats, and trailers stored in […]

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WKTN Weather Alert: Gusty Winds & Severe Storms Possible Today

Gusty winds of 35 to 40 mph are likely today, especially during the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Additionally, a few showers and storms are possible mid-afternoon through early evening. A few of these storms could be strong to severe, with gusty to damaging winds being the primary threat. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is currently in effect for parts of northwest Ohio until 6 p.m. (3/31/2026). According to the National Weather Service, the watch includes the counties of […]

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Hardin County Agricultural Society Moves April Meeting to Tomorrow

There's been a change of venue for the regularly scheduled meeting of the Hardin County Agricultural Society Board of Directors. The April meeting will be held tomorrow evening at the Hardin County OSU Extension Office, located at 1021 West Lima Street Suite 103 in Kenton. It will start at 7:00 Wednesday evening. The change was necessary due to the damage from the tornado on March 26.

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Obituary for Scott Matthew Iams

Scott Matthew Iams, 57, of Dunkirk, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at the Blanchard Valley Hospital. He was born in Tiffin, Ohio, on April 13, 1968 the son of Donald and Linda (Aurand) Iams.Survivors include his mother, and his brother, Craig (Jennifer) Iams, of Findlay. Preceding him in death was his father.Scott was a 1986 graduate of Hardin Northern High School and attended the University of Findlay, and Lima Tech. He was a student ministries coordinator at St. […]

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Don’t Miss Out: Mary Rutan Foundation Scholarship Applications Open for Eligible Area Students

Applications for Mary Rutan Foundation scholarships are due this Wednesday, April 1. The scholarships are for both high school seniors and for students in their post-high school studies pursuing a career in the medical field. Since its inception, the Mary Rutan Foundation has awarded 2.6 million dollars in scholarships and loans to residents of Logan County pursuing a degree in the medical field. In 2023, they expanded their scholarship programs to specific high schools in Auglaize, Champaign and Hardin counties. […]

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Short-Lived Tornado in Kenton Sparks Questions About Tornado Warnings

After this past Thursday evening's tornado in Kenton, some residents are wondering why a warning was never issued. According to information from the National Weather Service, who are the only ones authorized to issue watches and warnings, a Tornado Watch was in effect for Hardin County at the time of the storms, and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Hardin County at 8:18 that evening.  A damage survey determined that a very short-lived tornado, lasting approximately one minute, affected […]

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Findlay Announces RFQ for Military Tribute Mural Honoring Nation’s 250th Anniversary

City of Findlay- Mayor's Office The City of Findlay announced the release of a Request for Qualifications for a new large-scale public mural that will honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces while celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States this year. “This mural represents an opportunity to both honor those who have served our country and celebrate a historic milestone in our nation’s story,” said Mayor Christina Muryn. “I am sad to see […]

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Marion Palace Theatre Presents: ROCK THE MAY – An Evening with Friends

Photo: Marion Palace Theatre The Marion Palace Theatre invites the community to join us for Rock the May, this year’s An Evening with Friends—a high-energy, cabaret-style fundraising event celebrating rock music through the decades. Featuring talented local performers and familiar faces you know and love, Rock the May delivers an exciting mix of iconic hits spanning generations of rock. This one-of-a-kind evening blends great music, community spirit, and live entertainment, all in support of the Palace’s mission to provide arts […]

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