The Village of Alger Residents in the Village of Alger are being reminded that Clean-Up Day is this Saturday, June 20. It will take place from 9:00 a.m. until noon at the village garage. Items that will be accepted are household junk and general clean-up items, and unwanted items from garages, sheds, and yards. They will not accept tires, batteries, paint, pre-construction wood, hazardous materials, trash or cement.
Village of Forest officials announced that resumes for EMS Chief will be accepted until June 30. The position reports to the Jackson Forest Ambulance District Board. The chief will receive monthly salary determined by the board. The EMS Chief provides leadership, administrative oversight, and clinical direction for the emergency medical services division. This role ensures safe, compliant and high-quality pre-hospital care while supporting personnel, managing operations, and coordinating with partner agencies. More details can be found on the Village of […]
KENTON, OH — Revitalize Kenton is launching its new Community Impact Grant Program, aimed at helping current and future business owners remove barriers to starting, improving, and sustaining operations in Kenton. The program offers 50/50 matching grants to support critical exterior and structural improvements—helping bridge the gap between vision and reality for local entrepreneurs and property owners. From storefront upgrades and signage to accessibility improvements and major building repairs, the program is designed to make projects possible that might otherwise […]
The trial for a Lima woman who is facing charges of murder, involuntary manslaughter, strangulation, and felonious assault has been changed. 64-year-old Donna Jo Miller will now stand trial beginning December 7, and it is scheduled for five days. Her trial was scheduled to start July 13, but her attorney filed a continuance, which was granted this week in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. Miller was arrested in April on the charges connected to the death of Paula Dirmeyer in […]
Kenton Historic Courthouse District The Kenton Historic Courthouse District currently has multiple commercial properties that can be leased in the heart of downtown Kenton. Spaces are suitable for multiple purposes. KHCD is actively seeking Restaurants, Retailers, Family Entertainment Concepts, Specialty Shops, Service-Based Businesses and Downtown Experiences. For contact information how to receive a complete list of spaces and to be connected directly with property owners or their designated representatives, please call 419-540-5119 or email hcd@hccba.com. Brokerage Disclosure: The Kenton Historic […]
Logan County Sheriff's Office A 39-year-old man has been arrested after an investigation conducted by detectives in Logan County concerning reports involving a male suspect harassing young females in the Amish Community in the rural DeGraff area. According to a release from the Logan County Sheriff's Office, detectives from the Logan County Sheriff’s Office have been investigating multiple reports received within the last several months. These reports involve a male suspect harassing young females in the Amish Community in the […]
Showers and thunderstorms will develop through late afternoon and then move southeast across the area overnight. Some severe storms will be possible, with damaging wind being the primary threat. However, large hail, localized flash flooding and a few tornadoes will also be possible. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office is advising residents to have emergency supplies ready, including food, water, medications, and essential items. You should also have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, warnings, and emergency notifications, especially since some […]
Pictured: Chief Justin Hendren and Mayor Christina Muryn. Findlay, Ohio – June 15, 2026: The City of Findlay has promoted Justin Hendren to serve as the City’s next Police Chief. Hendren was sworn in by Mayor Christina Muryn today at the City of Findlay Parker Training Center.“Public safety remains one of the most important responsibilities of local government, and strong leadership within our Police Department is essential to serving our community,” Mayor Muryn said. “Chief Hendren brings years of experience, […]
Elvis is coming to Blanchard Place in Kenton tomorrow. The free event will take place from 2:00 until 3:00 Wednesday afternoon at 825 Richard Lane in Kenton. The afternoon will be filled with Elvis’s greatest hits and iconic classics. Bring a friend and experience an afternoon of fun, memories, and entertainment. Interested guests can RSVP to 419-673-9821.
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.
