Ohio Governor Mike DeWine attended a ribbon cutting ceremony in Lima Monday morning. The ceremony was held for Lima's Central District economic development project that was funded with support from the JobsOhio Vibrant Communities Program. Members of the Lima community and other state official also were in attendance. It was held at the Social House Restaurant and Bar in Lima and was followed by a tour of the Central District.
The United Way of Hardin County featured the Red Cross as another one of its partner agencies. The Red Cross aims to prevent and relieve suffering with every action. They shelter, feed and provide comfort to people affected by disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is not a government agency and is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that […]
Photo: Heartbeat of Hardin County The Heartbeat of Hardin County office is closed today. The staff is preparing their float for the Christmas parade. Heartbeat of Hardin County will re-open tomorrow from 3pm until 6 pm.
Photo: Hardin Leadership Inc. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office congratulated the recent graduates of Hardin Leadership 2024. Graduates included Hardin County Sheriff's Deputy Sgt. Scott Willoby and Sheriff's Volunteer in Police Service Jason Barnette. Hardin Leadership members gave a gift of $500 to benefit the annual Sheriff's Office Shop With a Cop program, and US BANK for its matched the amount. Hardin Leadership is committed to developing positive leaders through providing personal enrichment, expanding community networks, & recognizing future leaders.
US 68 was closed for several hours this morning due to an overturned semi. The accident occurred on 68 at County Road 200 south of Kenton. The incident was reported on the Hardin County Sheriff's Office Facebook page at around 5 this morning. Details of the crash have not yet been released, but there were no injuries.
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in Ohio can travel with confidence this holiday season with more charging options available across the state. In recent weeks, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)’s DriveOhio has opened seven new EV charging stations, bringing the state’s total to thirteen new stations since this time last year. In addition, six more locations are currently under construction and expected to be operational by the end of the year. "Opening these charging stations along our interstates provides EV […]
Photo: Alger Community Fire Association Santa will make a visit to the Alger Fire Department on Saturday, December 7. He will be there from noon until 2pm that afternoon. Snacks and drinks will be available at the family friendly event. A photo backdrop will be set up to provide opportunities to take a picture of your child with Santa.
The 2024 Holiday Season kicks off tonight in the City of Kenton. Carol Steegman, Director of the Kenton Historic Courthouse District, said that the festivities will start at 5:45pm this evening with the unveiling of Window Wonderland. She noted that 13 windows have been decorated this year. The lighting of the Courthouse lights will take place at 6:00pm. After that, Kenton Mayor Lynn Webb said a dedication ceremony will be held for Main Street in the city, following a nearly […]
The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance reminded residents that they can find events in Hardin County and every county in Ohio all season long in the Ohio, The Heart of it All Holiday Events Guide found at Ohio.org/HolidayEvents Some of the festive celebrations and event happing in Hardin County include the Kenton Lions Club: Ohio's Biggest Small Town Christmas Parade tomorrow evening, Lake of Lights begins this Friday and the Festival of Trees begins December 1 at the Hardin […]
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.
