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Lima Woman Arrested by FBI in Alleged Extortion Scheme

A Lima woman was arrested earlier this month by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for extortion. According to a release from the Allen County Sheriff's Office, the FBI investigated Crystal Cisco for her role in defrauding and orchestrating a scheme targeting elderly and vulnerable victims. Cisco potentially faces charges of wire fraud, extortion, receiving proceeds of extortion, and interstate communications with intent to extort. The FBI and the Allen County Sheriff’s Office are seeking information from anyone who may have […]

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Marianna Hofer Endowment Grants Support Artists and Arts Organizations Across Hancock County

Findlay, OH–The Marianna Hofer Endowment Grant has awarded funding to a diverse group of artists and arts organizations whose projects will enrich the cultural landscape of Hancock County through visual arts, education, and performance. This year’s recipients represent a range of artistic disciplines, including painting, ceramics, arts education, and jazz performance, all focused on artistic development and community engagement. Artist Recipients Caitlin Parke will use grant funding to enroll in jazz piano and jazz studies courses at Bowling Green State University […]

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Memorial Day Parades, Flyovers and Services Planned Across Hardin County Today

The Memorial Day Parade in Kenton, presented by the City of Kenton Government, Kenton Lions Club, Rescue Grove Chapel Committee and Kenton Historic Courthouse District, will take place this morning. Line-up will start at 9:30 a.m. at the Mary Lou Johnson Library parking lot and the parade moves out at 10:20 a.m. It will proceed west on Columbus Street, turn left on Main, left on Franklin, and move east to Jacob Parrot Boulevard, where it will turn left and end […]

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Kenton High School Graduation Ceremony to Be Held Outdoors Tonight

Graduation ceremonies for Kenton High School will take place outdoors this evening, according to an announcement shared on ParentSquare this morning. Due to recent rainfall, school officials are asking guests to follow updated parking and entrance instructions for the commencement ceremony. General parking will be available at the old high school and the field house. School vans will also be available to assist individuals with mobility difficulties. Accessible parking behind the stadium will be limited to those with handicap placards […]

todayMay 23, 2026 1129 3

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Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Hardin County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Flooded Roads

The Hardin County Sheriff's Office is warning residents to use extreme caution as prolonged rainfall has caused high water across multiple roadways throughout the county. According to a social media post issued this morning (05/23/26), flooding is currently most severe in southeast Hardin County, but officials expect conditions to worsen and spread to additional areas across the county as rainfall continues. Motorists are strongly urged not to drive through flooded roadways. “Turn Around! Don’t Drown!” the sheriff’s office stated, emphasizing […]

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Hardin County Retired Teachers Hear Update on STRS, Education Issues at May Meeting

There were 19 members and guest Robin Rayfield who attended the Hardin Co. Retired Teacher Association luncheon meeting on May 15. They met at noon at the Kenton Elks. Pres. Madelyn Lowery thanked the committee of Madelyn Lowery, Holly Ruhlen, and Melanie Kindell plus Sue Buroker and volunteer staff at the Elks for all the arrangements. She welcomed new member Jeanette Karcher. Chaplain Melanie Kindell offered Grace before the delicious lunch of chicken or tuna croissants, applesauce, cottage cheese, beverages, […]

todayMay 22, 2026 348 1

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Hardin County Board of DD Encourages Families to Use Changing Spaces Ohio for Summer Travel Planning

For those planning a quick summer trip or weekend getaway, the Hardin County Board of Developmental Disabilities recommends checking out Changing Spaces Ohio before you go. You will be able to find locations with Universal Changing Tables across your destination so you can travel with confidence this summer. These accessible spaces help ensure everyone can travel with comfort, dignity, and ease. To find locations in Ohio, please click here.

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