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HCCBA Announces Two September Ribbon Cuttings in Kenton

The Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance announced that two ribbon cutting ceremonies will be held this month in Kenton. The first one is on Thursday, September 17 at Ohio Insurance and Financial Services. It will be held at 1:00 pm at 405 North Main Street. Another one is scheduled for September 19 at Conkle’s Florist and Greenhouse. It will take place at 1:00 pm at 805 South Main in Kenton. The ribbon cutting at Conkle's is to celebrate the […]

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Ohio Northern University to Celebrate Homecoming and Reunion Weekend

Ohio Northern University will celebrate its Homecoming and Reunion Weekend on Friday and Saturday, September 25-26. The weekend will offer a variety of fun activities and events for alumni, students, and the local community. Alumni will be able to reconnect with college friends while enjoying campus tours, reunion gatherings, tailgating, and much more. Many events are open to the general public, including a parade, concerts, and sporting events. For more information on the exciting weekend, please click here.

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Kenton Historic Courthouse District to Hold Final Summer Bash of 2026

Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District will present the Summer Concert Series final Summer Bash for 2026 this Saturday, September 5. The Beer Garden and Food Trucks open at 5:00 pm and Exploit Deluxe will be on stage from 7:00-9:00 pm. The Beer Garden, which is hosted by United Way of Hardin County, will be located in the Northwest Corner of the Courthouse Square facing Columbus Street. The food trucks will be parked along Columbus Street and […]

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Hardin County Fair Open Class Exhibitors Reminded to Pick Up Entry Tags

Open Class exhibitors at the 2026 Hardin County Fair are being reminded to visit the Fair Office to pick up Open Class entry tags. Pick up hours are Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, Sunday from noon until 5:00 pm and on Monday, September 7 from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm. All entry tags can be picked up in the Fair Office. The fair will run September 8-13 at the fairgrounds in Kenton.

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C.A.S.T. Youth Theater Announces First Christmas Production in Hardin County

CAST Youth Theater Kenton C.A.S.T Youth Theater in Hardin County is stepping into the community for the very first time with a Christmas production for students in grades 6 through 12. This show will be their debut and is a chance for local teens to come together, discover their gifts, and share a message of hope and joy during the Christmas season. Registrations are open now through September 18, and more information can be found on the CAST Youth Theater […]

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Ada Schools Complete School Bus Safety Upgrades with $16,101 Grant

Upgrades are now installed on Ada school buses thanks to a grant awarded earlier this year. The Ada School District was awarded just over $16,000 through the Ohio School Bus Safety Grant Program. The statewide initiative, announced by Ohio officials in January of this year, was designed to help make student transportation even safer. Ada school buses are now equipped with fully illuminated stop signs and LED lighting upgrades.

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Hardin Northern Awarded $31,500 School Safety Grant

Hardin Northern was awarded a $31,500 School Safety Security grant. The money will be used towards the overall costs of installing and upgrading the schools access controls throughout the district. The grant is through the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation. School officials expressed their appreciation for everyone who helped with securing the grant.

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Wyandot County Sheriff’s Office Among Ohio Agencies Recertified Under Collaborative Board Standards

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The Office of Criminal Justice Services announced yesterday the recertification of two Ohio law enforcement agencies for state standards established by the Ohio Collaborative Community-Police Advisory Board. Agencies completing the certification process have adopted and implemented the initial two standards regarding use of force and hiring and recruitment while the recertification process takes place on a revolving, three to four-year cycle. Please see list below of recently recertified agencies: Milford Police Department (Clermont) Wyandot County Sheriff’s Office […]

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More Than 100 Local Young Performers Take the Stage in Disney’s Aladdin JR. at the Marion Palace Theatre

Photo: Marion Palace Theatre MARION, OH – A whole new world is coming to the Marion Palace Theatre as more than 100 local young performers prepare to bring Disney’s Aladdin JR. to the stage for three performances, October 2–4, 2026. This Jr. Palace production brings the beloved Disney story to life with a huge cast of young performers filling the stage with music, dancing, colorful characters, comedy, and adventure. Featuring favorite songs including “A Whole New World,” “Friend Like Me,” […]

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