Last fall, Blaze Keim was playing in his Kenton yard, getting mud in his long, blond hair and feeling like a kid. Those opportunities have been rare in his short life.

To the editor: By the time Jan. 22 rolls around, to many, it’s just another cold winter day. However, on January 22 in 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion in all 50 states with their landmark Roe v. Wade decision, creating a direct and immediate threat to the lives of unborn children across our country.

BROOKFIELD, Wis. — Fiserv, Inc., a leading global provider of financial services technology solutions, announced today that it will enable The Home Savings and Loan Company of Kenton, Ohio, (HSLC) to provide a full range of customer-centric financial services, furthering the institution’s transformation from a mortgage-based thrift to a growing full-service commercial bank.

Brianna Woods, 308 S. Gilbert St. Apt. 3, Ada – speeding 49 mph in a 35 mph zone, fined $25.

Hardin County Recorder Brenda Rainsburg released the following property transfers for December, 2017:

To the editor: Last year Lifeline of Ohio experienced an increase in individuals who passed from a drug overdose and went on to give the gift of life. I’d like to take the opportunity and address the nuances of donation when it coincides with someone passing from a drug/opioid overdose.

Kenton police A report was received of a possible gunshot in the 300 block of W. Railroad Street.

UPPER SANDUSKY — For most of her life, Tesla Billenstein has loved music. “Music is my backbone,” she said. “I don’t go a day without listening to music.” As Billenstein sang along with her favorite recording artists, she envisioned herself sharing her music with the public.

The 2018 Conservation Tillage Club breakfast program series will continue on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at the Plaza Inn Restaurant in Mt. Victory. Each session will start at 7:30 a.m. with complimentary buffet breakfast followed by the program at 8 a.m. Other sessions will be held on Feb. 6 and 20.

FINDLAY — Yamato: The Drummers of Japan, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 5 at Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, Findlay. Yamato was founded in Japan’s Nara Prefecture in 1993.