Photo: Heartbeat of Hardin County Heartbeat of Hardin County has announced its holiday hours. They will be open today from 3pm until 6pm. They will be closed December 20 through January 5. Heartbeat will reopen on January 6 from 11am until 6pm. The hotline is available if you need assistance during the closure. The number is 419-674-4716.
Photo: United Way of Hardin County- Ohio OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital and the West Ohio Food Bank held another successful food distribution this past Tuesday December 17. It is normally held on the fourth Tuesday of every month, but December's was moved up a week since December 24 is Christmas Eve. Over 300 local families were served Tuesday. The food distribution is held at Home Run Memorial Park on State Route 292 in Kenton.
Photo: Wings Support and Recovery Wings Support and Recovery is holding its annual Holiday Party on Monday, December 23. It will be held from 4pm until 7pm at the Varsity Venue located at 214 West Franklin Street in Kenton. There will be food, games, gifts and more. You can sign up for this once-a-year event at Wings Support and Recovery, 111 East Columbus Street in Kenton, or call 419-767-2220.
Photo: Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance will be holding its next Hardin County Young Professionals meeting on January 8 at noon. Young Professionals presents an opportunity for networking, collaboration and professional development. For more information on Young Professionals or to get involved, contact Deb Phillips at 419-673-4131 or email dphillips@hccba.com. You can register for the January 8 meeting by following a link on the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Facebook page.
As Ohio’s crisp winter months approach, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Parks and Watercraft is reminding everyone to prioritize safety while exploring the state’s stunning waterways. With colder weather comes added risks, making preparation and awareness essential for safe and enjoyable outdoor experiences. “Ohio’s waterways are breathtaking year-round, but cold water presents unique and serious risks,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “By wearing a life jacket and planning ahead, you can turn a potential danger into […]
The application period for the 2025 Marion Community Foundation Scholarship Program is now open. More than $500,000 is available to students from Marion and the surrounding area, including scholarships for college and university programs, trade schools, and professional programs like medical and law school. Students from high school seniors to college-level graduate students are eligible to apply. For more information or to apply, please click here.
Photo: Marion, Ohio Police Department The Marion Police Department recognized their Super School Citizen recently. He is Da'mari and is described as a great student who tries to help and makes great choices and is a leader by example. The Harrison Elementary student as presented with a certificate, a bag of goodies and a ride to school.
Photo: Logan County History Center The winners of the Logan County History Center's Christmas Open House decorating contest have been announced. Among the winners, were students from Benjamin Logan, who swept the Best Kids Tree category. Benjamin Logan 3rd Grade won first place, kindergarten was second and first grade won third. A complete list of winners can be found on the Logan County History Center's Facebook page. Most of the Christmas decorations and trees can still be viewed until December […]
Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District reminds you that there is still time to wrap up your holiday shopping this year with a DEALS Passport. It is an opportunity to explore a variety of participating vendors offering exclusive deals and discounts. You can pick up your DEALS Passport at the Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance or participating vendor locations and let the shopping adventures and savings begin For a list of participating vendors where you […]
WKTN is a locally owned and operated radio station broadcasting from Kenton, Ohio since 1963.
Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.
