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Hancock County Sheriff’s Office Collecting Donations for Marine Toys for Tots

Photo: Hancock County Sheriff's Office The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office has collection boxes set up for Marine Toys for Tots. The gift of a new toy or book to the Marine Toys for Tots programs bring the joy of Christmas and sends a message of hope to America’s disadvantaged children. The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, is an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity which was created at the behest of the U. S. Marine Corps in 1991. The collection […]

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Giving Tuesday: Help Hardin County Humane Society Support Area Pets in Need

The Hardin County Humane Society is seeking donations on this Giving Tuesday to benefit a great cause. Donations to the Humane Society stay in Hardin County and benefit the lives of companion animals by offering low cost spay and neuter services. They also help to keep family pets in low to no income homes by assisting with pet food each month through the Pet Food Pantry program. There are many ways you can help, including donating new, unopened canned or […]

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HSLC in Kenton Accepting Donations of Toys and Non-Perishable Food Items for Hardin County Helping Hands

Photo: HSLC staff Kerri McLaughlin, Cheyanne Shirk, and Theron StoutHSLC- Banking & Financial Services HSLC in Kenton continues to coordinate the collection of toys and non-perishable food items for Hardin County Helping Hands this holiday season.  They are also teaming up with Hardin County Business Professional Women, Hardin County/Kenton Soroptimist, the Kappa Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, and the Hardin County Retired Teachers Association to accept the donation of socks, slippers, gloves, and hats. Items can be dropped off just […]

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Ohio State University Extension-Hardin County Opens Registration for 2025 Recertification and License Prep Courses

Photo: Ohio State University Extension-Hardin County The Ohio State University Extension-Hardin County is accepting registrations for several upcoming recertification and license preparation courses. Courses are scheduled to be held in January and February 2025. Payments can be made prior to the event dates in-person at the extension office at 1021 West Lima Street in Kenton or on the day of the event. For more information on the courses, visit the Ohio State University Extension-Hardin County's Facebook page. For a list […]

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Hardin Northern Senior Class Fundraiser: Breakfast with Santa Set for December 14

Photo: Hardin Northern Local School District The Hardin Northern Senior Class is holding a breakfast with Santa fundraiser on December 14. The pancake and sausage breakfast meal will be served from 8am until noon in the cafeteria of the school. The cost is $10 per person payable at the door for all you can eat pancakes and sausage. Milk and orange juice are included, but a coffee cart will be available for an additional cost. Take out orders consisting of […]

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Kenton High School Freshmen Stage Mock Trial at Hardin County Courthouse as Final Project for Lord of the Flies

Photo: Kenton City Schools Recently, two accelerated English classes of Kenton High School freshmen held a mock trial at the Hardin County Courthouse. The mock trial was their final project over Lord of the Flies. A book character was charged with 2nd degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, and attempted murder. Students formed a prosecution team and defense team, then signed up for roles such as opening statement, direct examiner, cross examiner, closing statement and various witnesses. While one class conducted the […]

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Ohio State Highway Patrol Releases 2024 Thanksgiving Holiday Report

According to provisional statistics, eight people were killed in seven crashes on Ohio’s roadways this Thanksgiving holiday, resulting in the fewest deaths since 2018, when seven people were killed. The five-day Thanksgiving reporting period began on Wednesday, November 27 at midnight and ran through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, December 1. Of the eight people killed, three were not wearing a safety belt and one crash involved impaired driving. During the reporting period, troopers arrested 247 people for operating a vehicle […]

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Christmas Parade in McGuffey Canceled Due to Inclement Weather

The McGuffey Memories Historical Society announced earlier today that they have decided to cancel the 2024 Christmas parade due to inclement weather. Citing the cold temperatures and high winds expected on Thursday, the group made the difficult decision to cancel the event. They expressed their disappointment in providing this update. For questions or more information, please message McGuffey Memories Historical Society on Facebook.

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Indian Lake Middle School’s Kindness Club Holding Cash Coin Drive

Photo: Indian Lake Schools The Indian Lake Middle School Kindness Club Cash Coin Drive is underway. The Club is accepting cash and coin donations to support local nursing homes. All donations will be used to purchase gifts for the residents. Last year, Kindness Club was able to donate 40 full gift bags to residents at the nursing home in Lakeview. They were also able to purchase crafts and games for the recreation room and personal care items. To help spread […]

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