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Jitterz Coffee Company in Kenton Becomes Official Hub for Glazed Over Donuts

Jitterz Coffee Company in downtown Kenton announced yesterday that it will become the official distribution hub for Glazed Over Donuts from Upper  Sandusky. According to the post on the Ths Jitterz Coffee Company Facebook page, beginning March 24 they are beginning a new adventure by accepting large orders for your parties and events.  Once the downtown construction project is finished, Jitterz will offer donuts for general sale. Large group orders will require a 2-day lead time from ordering to pick […]

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Investigation Ongoing Following Train and Car Accident in Hardin County Tuesday Night

An accident involving a car and a train occurred around 8:30 Tuesday night. The crash happened on State Route 292 near Township Road 206. According to limited information from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, a Logan County man is believed to have suffered a medical emergency while driving, and his car struck the train. His name and condition have not been released at this time. The crash remains under investigation.

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Marion County Sheriff’s Office Receives $5000 Grant for Project S.E.R.V.E

Photo: Marion County Sheriff's Office The Marion County Sheriff's Office received a $5000 grant from the Marion Community Foundation Board of Directors. The money is for Project S.E.R.V.E as part of the 2024-2025 Community Grants Program. The Sheriff's Office will use a portion of the money, combined with a donation from Pillar Credit Union, to get T-Shirts made to pass out to the children in the community free of charge. You will find the Sheriff's Office at multiple events this […]

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Kenton High School Class Officers Support Local Families with Donation to Heartbeat of Hardin County

 Pictured are Katelynn Lowe, Adesyn Bridenstine, Katiemae Highley, Julie Zaring from Heartbeat of Hardin County, Izzabella Werner, Josie Schwemer, Tate KetchumPhoto: Kenton City Schools The Kenton High School Class Officers presented a donation to Heartbeat of Hardin County this week. The raised were raised through the annual Kenton High School Penny Stall. The students decided it was important to keep the donation local to Hardin County. Julie Zaring, from Heartbeat of Hardin County, accepted the donation from the students. Heartbeat […]

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Village of Alger Hiring Part-Time Worker for Summer Season

The Village of Alger has an immediate opening for summer work. This will be a part-time position with 24 to 30 hours per week. Responsibilities include cleanup and maintenance of town streets and waterways, trimming, street and sidewalk repair, as well as other maintenance and miscellaneous responsibilities. A successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and must have a High School Diploma or GED, and a Driver’s License. The candidate also must be willing to be subject to a drug […]

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Hardin County Fair Royalty Contest Applications Open – Apply by May 31st

Photo: Hardin County Fair Applications are now being accepted for Hardin County Fair Royalty. Any high school senior involved in a junior fair organization may compete, and Royalty will receive a scholarship. Online applications will be accepted through midnight on May 31st. Candidates will interview at a later date, and finalists will be recognized at the Hardin County Fair Royalty Crowning ceremony in front of the grandstands on Tuesday of the fair. Junior Royalty contest information will be released in […]

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NWS Issues Wind Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for our area until 1am Thursday March 20. South winds 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts to 50 miles per hour possible. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Be aware of these adverse conditions when driving, especially on west to east oriented roads or if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects so they […]

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ODA Announces Live Bird Transport Ban in Hardin, Allen, and Nearby Counties Due to Avian Influenza

The Ohio Department of Agriculture issued a proclamation this week banning the movement of live birds in several counties due to the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza or HPAI. The virus has affected over 158 million birds across the country, including more than 14 million birds in Ohio. It spreads through saliva, nasal secretions, and feces from infected birds, with wild birds migrating through Ohio contributing to the spread. The new restrictions apply to non-commercial premises in 11 counties, […]

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Teen Arrested After Bomb Threat Prompts School Bus Evacuation in Bellefontaine on Tuesday

A bomb threat on a school bus was investigated Tuesday in Bellefontaine. According to a release from Bellefontaine Police Chief Christopher Marlow, at shortly after 3pm Tuesday afternoon, officers were dispatched to the area of the Bellefontaine City wastewater Treatment Plant on South Troy Road in reference to a bomb threat aboard a Bellefontaine City School bus. It was reported that a male student announced that he had a bomb on his person. The bus was safely evacuated, and the […]

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