Hardin County Citizens Sheriff’s Academy Set for September 24-November 5

Hardin County Citizens Sheriff’s Academy Set for September 24-November 5

The 2026 Hardin County Citizens Sheriff's Academy will be held on consecutive Thursdays beginning September 24 and continuing through November 5. Each session will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, located at 1025 South Main Street in Kenton. The Citizens Sheriff’s Academy offers an informative, behind-the-scenes look at the operations, responsibilities, and services of the Sheriff’s Office. Applications may be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office, and they must be completed and […]

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Lima Woman Cited After Crashing Into Police Cruiser

A Lima police cruiser was involved in a crash that occurred Tuesday evening at the intersection of West Wayne and Collet Streets in that city. According to the report, 56-year-old Marie Myril, of Lima, drove from a stop sign on Collett onto Wayne, and her vehicle struck the cruiser in the intersection. Disabling damage occurred to both vehicles, but there were no injuries. Myril was cited for a stop sign violation.

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Third District Court of Appeals Affirms Murderer Jerry Lee Cooper’s Conviction and 21-Years-to-Life

Ray Grogan Marion County Prosecutor's Office On Monday, the Third District Court of Appeals affirmed the murder conviction and sentence of Jerry Lee Cooper. According to information from Marion Prosecutor Ray Grogan's Office, the appellate court rejected Cooper’s claim that the jury’s verdict was against the manifest weight of the evidence and upheld the judgment of the trial court. In January 2023, Cooper fatally shot his live-in girlfriend, Teresa Gibson, at their residence on Thompson Street in Marion. After the […]

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Ohio Flags Ordered to Half-Staff to Honor the Late Dolly Parton

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In honor of the life and legacy of Dolly Parton, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has ordered that the flags of the United States and the state of Ohio shall be flown at half-staff upon all public buildings and grounds throughout the state of Ohio effective immediately until sunset, September 1, 2026. The music legend passed away today (Tuesday August 25, 2026) at her home in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years of age. Ohio First Lady Fran DeWine […]

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OVI Checkpoint Planned in Region This Week

The Wapakoneta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol announced that troopers will operate an OVI checkpoint to deter and intercept impaired drivers this week. The county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day prior, and the exact location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint. If you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or make other travel arrangements before you drink.

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Experience What It’s Like to be an Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper Through Ride-Along Program

OHIO – Are you looking for a new and exciting career in law enforcement but want to know more about the job? The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is once again offering the unique opportunity to ride with an on-duty trooper to see if you have what it takes to join the ranks. The Patrol’s ride-along program is an immersive, frontline experience designed to give interested recruits a real-world look at life as an Ohio State Trooper. Participants won’t just […]

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Kenton City Council Held 16th Session Monday Evening

Kenton City Council met Monday evening. During the meeting, Safety Service Director Cindy Murray announced that Burl Helton, from the Public Works Department, will be retiring. She said his last day on the job will be September 11 after 32 years on the job. Murray thanked him for "the tremendous amount of work that he's done for the city and dedication that he's had." Mayor Lynn Webb announced the city will have a booth at this year's Hardin County Fair […]

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Hardin County Chamber to Host Community Coffee September 1

The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance will hold the next Community Coffee will be held next Tuesday. It will start at 8:00 am Tuesday, September 1 in the Alliance Conference Room at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton. Blake McElroy of Boom Stick Armory will be the featured guest speaker. Those attending will be able to get the latest community updates and connect with fellow community members during the open Questiona dn Answer and networking time. To RSVP for […]

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No Injuries Reported in Kenton Rear-End Crash

A two-vehicle crash occurred at around 9:10 Monday night on North Main at Eliza Street in Kenton. According to the Kenton Police Department report, 18-year-old McKayla Logan, of Kenton, was driving north on Main, and when she slowed down and came to a stop, her vehicle car was struck from behind by a vehicle being operated by 19-year-old Jessica Wood, also of Kenton. Functional damage occurred to Logan's car, and disabling damage occurred to Wood's vehicle, but there were no […]

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