Kenton Full Gospel plans picnic, auction Kenton Full Gospel Church is having a church picnic and auction on Saturday, Aug. 12 in the shelterhouse at the Hardin County Fairgrounds. Read More
Word for the day: Magic, illusion and a pool party “It was a magical evening, that night when…” “Excuse me, pastor, are you allowed to say that?” “Say what?” “Magic.” Read More
Family Fun Day planned at Grant United Methodist Grant United Methodist Church, located at 7484 Ohio 53, will hold its annual Family Fun Day on Sunday, Aug. 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. Read More
Vacation Bible School coming to St. John’s Evangelical Church St. John's Evangelical Church in Kenton will be hosting its annual Vacation Bible School next week, Monday, Aug. 7 to Friday, Aug. 11. During this time kids will learn that Jesus knows them, loves them, treasures them and has time for them. Read More
McGuffey church to host performers at Block Party The McGuffey Church of Christ will be hosting a Block Party from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5. The event will feature performances from Whitaker Bros. and B List Boys. Read More
Blessing of the Farmer slated at Silver Creek United Methodist Blessing of the Farmer will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at Silver Creek United Methodist Church. Join the church in a day of blessing farmers and equipment, food – including a hog roast – and various speakers. Read More
ONU chaplain awarded for support of higher education and campus ministries ADA – The Rev. David MacDonald, D.Min., Ohio Northern University chaplain, recently received a Francis Asbury Award for his support of higher education and campus ministries within the United Methodist Church. The award is supported by the church’s General Board of Higher Education and Ministry Division of Higher Education. Read More
Word for the day: Experiencing the truth I’m still a Seinfeld fan and am surprised that I run into a number of people who also are. In one episode, Jerry is afraid to admit to a girlfriend that he watches a soap opera. Read More
Vacation Bible School planned for Byhalia BYHALIA — The Byhalia Friends Church will be hosting its Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 31 through Wednesday, Aug. 2, and at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3. The theme for the program is “Rome: Paul and the Underground Church.” Read More
Two special services coming to MV church MOUNT VICTORY — The Mount Victory Church of Christ is extending an invitation to join in two special services. On Sunday, July 30 at 10:30 a.m., “Daughters of Hope” will be joining in the service, bringing their unique choreography to Christian music. Read More
Ohio Northern leaders named to chair United Way campaign The United Way of Hardin County will adopt a “Red, White and Blue” theme for its 2017 campaign and turn to the leaders of Ohio Northern University to spearhead the local efforts. The United Way set its goal for this year’s campaign at $220,000, said President Merleen Barnes.
Ada’s Willeke Avenue residents can pay project assessment early to avoid interest ADA — Property owners in Ada affected by Phase 1 of the Willeke Avenue Reconstruction Project will have the opportunity to pay their property assessment cost in full any time after the assessment is certified. At its regular meeting Tuesday night, council was presented with an example letter of what will be sent out to each property owner in the affected by the Willeke Avenue Reconstruction Project.
Harvest and Herb Fest slated Sept. 16 in Ada ADA — Plans are continuing for the 32nd annual Ada Area Chamber of Commerce's Harvest and Herb Festival in downtown Ada, according to David Dellifield, chamber president. This year’s festival is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 16.
