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Hancock, Hardin and northern part of Logan Counties in Ohio's 83rd District There has been some confusion concerning the grant money announced last week by Representative Jon Cross. The incumbent announced that over 9 million dollars will be awarded for numerous grants in Hancock, Hardin and Logan Counties that make up the 83rd District. The money is a result of a surplus and is included in House Bill 2 passed […]

A levy to provide additional funds to the BKP Ambulance District is on the March 19 ballot. BKP Chief Chad Smith drafted a letter to residents of the district explaining why the additional money is needed. The costs for EMS supplies, fuel and personnel have drastically increased, noted Smith. He also said there is a nationwide shortage of EMS personnel and BKP is one of the lowest paying full-time departments […]

The Ohio Department of Transportation announced more than $100 million in investments to support quality public transportation in Ohio. A total of $106 million will be awarded to 383 transit projects throughout Ohio.  ODOT’s Office of Transit is awarding the funds through seven separate grant programs that focus on workforce mobility, senior citizen and special needs transportation, rural transit, and busing. The Hardin County Council on Aging will receive $300,000 […]

The second in an Alzheimer’s education series will be at Blanchard Place in Kenton tomorrow. It will start at 6 Thursday evening.  They will then continue on the third Thursday of each month through June. You will learn to recognize common signs of Alzheimer’s in yourself and others.  Additionally, you will understand the next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor. Registration is required by calling 419-419-5858.

Kenton Rotary and Rotarian Sam Norris welcomed fellow Rotarian and director of the United Way of Hardin County, Martha Nau. United Way agencies are independent from one another and are in 37 countries and territories across the globe. Martha spoke on the biggest misconceptions about our local United Way. All of the funds raised in Hardin County stay in Hardin County. 98% of the money goes directly back to the […]

A situation causing water problems in the Village of Mt. Victory on Monday has been resolved. A pump at the water plant failed Monday morning prompting Mayor Jerry Brose to ask residents to conserve water usage throughout the day. The mayor was concerned that over-usage would deplete the water supply in the tank. The repair was completed as of around 8 Monday evening and the water is back to normal. […]

An emergency meeting of the Forest Village Council will take place this evening.  It will take place at 6:00 p.m.  The bulk of the meeting will be in closed session to discuss hiring an employee.  There will be an open session at the end.

There are two more blood drives scheduled around the area during the month of February. The next one is Monday February 19, at the Belle Center United Methodist Church from 1 until 7pm. The last for the month is on Wednesday February 21 at OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital from 10am until 4pm. To make an appointment or to find more blood drives, visit: redcrossblood.org

The next Hardin County Safety Council meeting is scheduled for this Thursday February 15 at 8am. The featured topic is about stress and workplace injuries. In partnership with the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Division of Safety and Hygiene, employers are encouraged to participate in Hardin County Safety Council to receive education, resources & networking with other safety conscious organizations.  Enrolling in the program also allows for organizations to receive […]