Regional news

MEDIA RELEASE__The Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame held its 14th annual Banquet on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at St John's Church in Kenton. Six individuals and one team were inducted into the Class of 2026.

Wes Davis Scholarship Winners: Each received a one-time $500.00 Scholarship:

  • Addi Manns, Kenton High School
  • Mason Howard, Ridgemont High School

Class of 2026 HCSH of Fame Inductees (L-R)

Sunday Fun Day on June 28

MEDIA RELEASE__A summer kids’ Vacation Bible School called ‘True North VBS’ will be hosted at Alger Assembly of God from Monday, June 22 to Friday, June 26.

At ‘True North’ VBS, kids will discover that they can trust Jesus in a wild world! Kids will sing unforgettable Bible songs, play team-building games, take part in one-of-a-kind Bible Adventures, and receive snacks to take home. Each day concludes with a celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned.

By Marlena Ballinger

ADA_Beatitudes served over 100 families with its summer food distribution that occurred on June 9. 

According to Deb Curlis, the coordinator for the food drive, Beatitudes received two grants for the distributed food. One came from the Hardin County Community Foundation and a second grant came from the John Henry Eldrige Jr. Foundation. The grants totaled $9000. Each Hardin County school district was represented in the 100 kids who signed up, including some homeschooled students.

Great experiences start right here in Hardin County

FROM FACEBOOK__The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance has shared an interactive map with over 200 locations including special attractions, Ohio Northern University, recreation, antiques, shopping, Amish and Mennonite sites; gyms, pools and wellness centers, places to eat and places to stay.

HARDIN COUNTY ATTRACTIONS MAP

FROM FACEBOOK__The Hardin County Dog Warden is hosting a Dog Days of Summer Community Dog Walk & Adoption Meet and Greet at 4:00 p.m. on June 19 at Courthouse Square in Kenton.

The event is a fun-filled afternoon of walking, wagging tails and finding forever homes.

Bring your pups for a free pup cup or find a dog that needs a forever home. 

• Please, no retractable leashes!

• Bring poop bags and pick up after your pup!

• Make sure your dog is dog-friendly!

 

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