Vitamin D insufficiency has become increasingly common among adolescents over the past decade. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that supports bone growth and helps keep bones strong. Research has found that at least 17% of adolescents and 32% of young adults are deficient in vitamin D, putting them at risk for injury.
MEDIA RELEASE__ODOT District 1 has issued the following traffic advisory for Hardin County:
About the project
Micro surface State Route 309 between the Allen County line and the railroad west of Kenton, including the overlap section of State Route 235.
Project schedule
Estimated begin: May 2026
Estimated end: July 2026
Amidst the 21st-century trappings of the Ada Public Library, you'll find a 19th-century school desk display featuring indelible student carvings, books including the McGuffey Reader, and empty inkwells. Three back-to-back desks saved space and kept students within an arm's reach of each other. The display is part of Hardin County's America 250 celebrations.
April 24, 2026 MEDIA RELEASE__The Mental Health & Recovery Services Board (MHRSB) of Allen, Auglaize, and Hardin Counties invites the public to attend the Be Seen with Green Kickoff on Friday, May 1, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Spring & Main’s Patio, 147 S. Main Street, Lima.
The free kickoff event will celebrate the start of Mental Health Awareness Month and encourage the community to help light up the region in green throughout May. Attendees can pick up free green lightbulbs, Be Seen with Green window clings, and other promotional swag, such as Be Seen with Green t-shirts, while supplies last.
In observance of National Donate Life Month, OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital partnered with Lifeline of Ohio to host a flag-raising ceremony, bringing together caregivers, donor families and transplant recipients to reflect on the lasting impact of organ, eye and tissue donation.
