FROM FACEBOOK__On August 24, members of the Ada-Liberty Township Fire Department conducted training on rural water pumping operations. Because portions of our response area do not have access to fire hydrants, the ability to establish and maintain a reliable water supply is an important part of our fire suppression operations.
MEDIA RELEASE__Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Hardin County Citizens Sheriff's Academy, to be conducted consecutive Thursdays beginning September 24 and continuing through November 5. The sessions are planned for 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the office of Sheriff Everhart, 1025 S. Main St., Kenton.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced today that an OVI checkpoint will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21 on State Route 309 near mile post 17, in Allen County.
The OVI checkpoint, funded by federal grant funds, is planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers.
The checkpoint will also be held in conjunction with nearby saturation patrols to aggressively combat impaired driver-related injury and fatal crashes.
If you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or make other travel arrangements before you drink. Don’t let another life be lost for the senseless and selfish act of getting behind the wheel impaired.
WEATHER & TRAVEL ADVISORY: HARDIN COUNTY & CENTRAL OHIO
HARDIN COUNTY SHERIFF ALERT__The persistent heavy rainfall and saturated soil conditions across Hardin County and the broader central Ohio region continue to create severe, localized travel hazards. With local waterways swollen, drainage systems fully-taxed, and standing water lingering on secondary routes, motorists are strongly advised to remain vigilant.
On Monday evenings, you’ll find Ada-Liberty Fire Department crew members training for whatever fate throws their way. On this July night, fire truck water storage and transfer were discussed in the station meeting room, followed by a session in the garage trying out new batteries for powering rescue equipment.
The Ada-Liberty Township Joint Ambulance District answered 216 total calls during the second quarter of 2026. Of those calls, 14 were non-transports, and 16 were to provide mutual aid to other departments.
