In the information technology field, no two days are ever the same for Nathan Rodenberger. But that’s exactly what he enjoys most about it. On May 30, Rodenberger took over as IT coordinator at the Hardin County Courthouse.

After years of talk and a variety of proposals, Kenton City Council is ready to take the next step in revitalizing the downtown area. During it’s regular meeting on Monday, Council unanimously approved a motion to contract with OHM Advisors of Columbus to help oversee the next phase of the long-term downtown project that includes not only a facelift of the area around the square, but the replacement of the infrastructure in the area, including water and sewer lines.

Property owners in Kenton who refuse to take down high grass and weeds may face more than just the cost of having the city take care of their property in the near future. During its regular meeting on Monday, council approved - after suspending the three reading rule and passing an emergency - legislation that will make is a minor misdemeanor to be in violation of the city’s high grass and noxious weed ordinances.

McGUFFEY — The Upper Scioto Valley Board of Education was asked to move its 2018 graduation date to allow the school’s athletes time to compete in regional track competition. Senior Megan Carey has advanced to the regional meet every year since she was a freshman.

Weather permitting, Shelly Company will mill/grind S. Leighton Street, between Franklin and Espy streets, on Friday and Saturday, according to Kenton Safety Service Director Jim Hites. All vehicles need to be moved from the street prior to 7:30 a.m. during this construction. Any vehicle not moved will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Weather permitting, Shelly Company will mill/grind Hester Street, between Summit and Columbus streets, on Wednesday and Thursday, according to Kenton Safety Service Director Jim Hites. All vehicles need to be moved from the street prior to 7:30 a.m. during this construction. Any vehicle not moved will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Whether its the dead of the night at 2 a.m. or the bustle of the day at noon, customers know when they walk into the Fillin’ Station that in addition to a good meal, there likely will be plenty of interesting banter - whether it be among the patrons or with owners Dawn Martino and DeLea Bowers. They also know if they drop an “F-bomb” it will cost them.

This weekend, Hardin County will pay tribute to John H. Smick, the final Civil War veteran to die from the community. But as Prosecutor Brad Bailey addresses the crowd gathered for the service at 10 a.m. Saturday in Grove Cemetery, he not only will honor Smick’s dedication and devotion to preserving the Union, but also his service to the community after he returned home.

No injuries were reported as a result of the fire that destroyed a Kenton home on Thursday night. Kenton Firefighters were dispatched to the home at 723 W. North St., owned by Dale Albert, 818 W. North St., at 10:08 p.m. on Thursday, with heavy smoke and fire coming from the front of the home.

NBC-4 Columbus Weekend Anchor Hattie Hawks (right) and her dog Max visit with Hardin County Dog Warden Tammy Ervin and Coco at the dog shelter in Kenton on Thursday morning.