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Kenton City Council Members Hear About New KPD Hire and Projects for City

Kenton City Council conducted its third regular session of the year Monday evening. Kenton Police Chief Dennis Musser informed council members that his department has hired a new police officer. The Chief called Garrett Warner, “a Kenton kid, and I’m hoping he remains a Kenton kid for a long time.” Officer Warner will be introduced to council at a future meeting. Chief Musser also stated that money from a grant that he announced earlier has been received. He said he […]

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Kenton Crews Working on Water Main Break on East Franklin Street

City of Kenton crews are currently working in the 400 block of East Franklin Street due to a water main break. Residents in the area may experience low water pressure. Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling and watch for crews and equipment. The city will provide updates as work progresses.

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Ohio Advances Nation’s First Statewide Drone First Responder Program: LPD Among Nine Public Safety Agencies Selected

COLUMBUS, OH (February 9, 2026) — Ohio continues to lead the nation in modernizing emergency response with the selection of nine public safety agencies to participate in the Ohio Statewide Drone First Responder (DFR) Pilot Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to expand rapid aerial response capabilities across communities of all sizes. The program, led by the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and DriveOhio, with program management support from SkyfireAI, reflects Ohio’s commitment to equipping first responders with innovative tools that […]

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Next Community Coffee Scheduled for March 3

The next Hardin County Chamber and Business Alliance Community Coffee will be held Tuesday March 3. All are welcome to attend the event that will start at 8am in the Alliance's Conference Room at 225 South Detroit Street in Kenton The guest speaker will be Bridget Dillinger, Owner of Legacy Sixty-eight event venue. Attendees can ask questions and network while learning more about the Alliance and receive community updates. A link to register can be found on the Hardin County […]

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Reservations Being Accepted Now for Hardin County Lamb Banquet

The 2026 annual Hardin County Lamb Banquet will be held on Saturday, March 7. Doors will open at 6 and the banquet begins at 6:30 that evening at St. John’s Evangelical Church in Kenton. The meal will consist of various cuts of lamb. Attendees should arrive early to participate in a silent auction to benefit the scholarship program. Banquet tickets this year are $25 for adults, $10 for children,and exhibitors for free. Reservations need to be made by February 23 […]

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Ada Exempted Village Schools Seeks Marching Band Auxiliary Advisor

Ada Bulldogs Ada Exempted Village Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Marching Band Auxiliary Advisor to join the Bulldog team.This position plays a key role in Ada’s competitive marching band program and will: Instruct colorguard members in fundamental skills and technique, design and teach choreography for competitive shows, assist with clinics and student recruitment during the spring, and attend band camp, after-school rehearsals, and all performances. If you love music, movement, teamwork, and working with students, this is a great opportunity […]

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Open Auditions Announced for Holy Mother of Bingo! at Marion Palace Theatre

Marion, OH – The Marion Palace Theatre is excited to announce open auditions for the upcoming Production of Holy Mother of Bingo!, a wildly funny, interactive murder mystery directed by Elizabeth Moore. Packed with outrageous characters, real bingo games, and unexpected twists, this unique theatrical experience puts the audience at the center of the action. Performances are scheduled for April 24–26, 2026 in the May Pavilion. Director Elizabeth Moore invites individuals ages 15 and up to audition on Saturday, March […]

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New Security Measures Start Today at Hardin County Courthouse; Entrance Permitted Only on Southside

Starting today (Monday February 9, 2026) there will be only one way to enter the Hardin County Courthouse in Kenton. New security screening began operations at the courthouse. Visitors and employees will only be allowed to enter the building through the south entrance on Franklin Street. Entrance on the Main and Detroit Street locations will no longer be permitted. Security personnel on scene noted that the first day as gone well so far, noting a vast majority of people entering […]

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