FROM FACEBOOK__On April 16, the Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance celebrated "An Unforgettable Night of Excellence."

Organizers responded, "What a spectacular evening! Last night, we gathered at Ohio Northern University for the Alliance Annual Awards Gala & Banquet to celebrate the people and organizations that make Hardin County thrive."

2025 Award Winners

• Nonprofit of the Year - Hardin Leadership, Inc., represented by Kathy Oliver
• Community Service - Ohio Northern University, Office of Admissions, represented by Sherry Agin and Brenda Hamlin
• Citizen of the Year - Sarah Johnson
• Small Business of the Year - Stillwater Metal, represented by Sam Hostetler and Jaymee Smith
• Business of the Year - Scooter's Coffee, represented by Jayna and Zach Jansen
• R.E. Allen Lifetime Achievement Award - Stephen M. McCullough and family, represented by Stephen McCullough

The Chamber and Alliance thanked:

• Emcee, Chad Spencer
• Title sponsors and President’s Club sponsors
• Centerpiece sponsors