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Election Countdown: Hardin County Braces for Competitive Races on November 5th

There are a few contested races on the ballot for the November 5th General Election. Incumbent Republican Fred Rush is facing Write-in candidate Michelle Laubis for the Hardin County Commissioner seat commencing January 2, 2025. Voters will decide between Democratic candidate Sheila Coressel and Republican Ty Mathews for State Representative in Ohio's 83rd District. In the race for Representative to the U.S. Congress 4th District, incumbent Jim Jordan is being challenged by Democrat Tamie Wilson. Early in-person voting is underway […]

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Man Who Committed Heinous Crimes in Hardin and Wyandot Counties Dies in Prison

A man who was serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole for killing two women in Hardin County in 2008 died in prison on Tuesday. Terry Shepherd was being held at the Toledo Correctional Institution. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction listed his death at the age of 56, but not the cause, on its website. Shepherd pleaded guilty to killing 52-year-old Deb England and 56-year-old Judy Kearley in October of 2008. He also admitted to going […]

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Hardin Northern to Hold Parent Meeting for Jr. High Girls’ Basketball

There will be a Hardin Northern Junior High girls' basketball parent meeting on Thursday. It will start at 6:30pm tomorrow evening in Coach Hartzell's classroom.  The player handbook will be discussed, and practice schedules will be passed out.  Practice will begin Monday, October 27th.  A parent for any girl that is planning on playing should attend the meeting.  If you cannot attend, contact Coach Hartzell at karissa.hartzell@hardinnorthern.org.

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Hardin County Board of Developmental Disabilities Launches Video Highlighting Support for Adults in the Community

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NO-eUClq4Io The Hardin County Board of Developmental Disabilities supports adults in the community by helping them lead fulfilling and independent lives. The Board has put together a video showcasing their programs that provide essential resources, promote job skills, and foster community connections. From vocational training to social activities, they are dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals. You can learn more about the Hardin County Board of Developmental Disabilities/Simon Kenton School here.

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Governor DeWine Awards $63 million to Reduce Crashes on Ohio Roads 

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Director Pamela Boratyn today announced an investment of $63 million dedicated to projects that improve roadway safety. Funding from ODOT’s Highway Safety Improvement Program will support 19 safety projects in 14 counties, including the construction of a dozen roundabouts and the installation of several cable barriers. "We're always looking at how we can make our transportation system safer," said Governor DeWine. "These projects will make improvements that will help reduce […]

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Kenton Historic Courthouse District Announces First Fridays ‘Shop Small Selfies’ to Kick-Off November

Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District's First Fridays for November will be a community social event on Friday, November 1st and Saturday, November 2nd. The theme is 'Shop Small Selfies'. To participate, you need to take and share selfies completing 5 of 12 tasks listed. Photo: Kenton Historic Courthouse District Two winners will be selected on Monday, November 4th for a $25 VISA Gift Card. To be eligible for the prize drawing, submit selfies to: hcd@hccba.com […]

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Amish Buggy Overturns East of Kenton Tuesday Evening

There were no injuries after a mishap involving a semi and Amish buggy at the intersection of State Route 309 and County Road 175, just east of Kenton, Tuesday evening. According to information from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, the semi was waiting to turn north onto 175 from 309, when the Amish buggy attempted to pass on the edge of the road. The buggy got loose in the gravel and overturned. The horse got un-hooked and ran eastbound, but […]

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OSU Extension Alerts Residents of Fall Pests

The Ohio State University Extension reminded residents that as the weather cools down, several unwelcome guests will try to make their way indoors. This fall, you might see black and orange Boxelder Bugs, which love to congregate on sunny walls. Asian Lady Beetles, often mistaken for ladybugs, seek shelter in homes. And Stink Bugs, which can emit a strong odor when disturbed. OSU Extension said that one of the best things you can do to deter these unwanted pests from […]

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Our broadcast covers Hardin County and into Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union, and Wyandot Counties including a majority of communities within.