Varian Ray Shepherd, 6609 TR 145, was the driver and only occupant of a vehicle that was stopped for a traffic violation on N. Detroit Street.

In a job that requires handling negative situations, Hardin County Sheriff’s Deputy Christina Jones focuses on the positives that the D.A.R.E. program brings to the county’s youth. As the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) officer for the Hardin County Sheriff’ Office, Jones speaks with fifth graders from the county’s schools

Creation of a new K-12 general music position has led to changes in the music program for the 2015-2016 school year at Kenton High School. The school board, at a special meeting this morning, approved the transfer of KHS band director Tim Davis to the new general music post.

RIDGEWAY — Voters are being asked to provide “stability” to the Ridgemont School District’s financial outlook and renew a .75 percent income tax during Tuesday’s special election. First approved in 2010, the five-year renewal request is projected to generate $436,000 annually.

COLUMBUS — The Ridgemont FFA was named the Model of Innovation Award winner for the third time in its history Friday. According to advisor Stephanie Jolliff, the continued support of the program at Ridgemont is due to the work of the students, the curriculum used and the support of the community.

The Issue II street resurfacing project in Kenton will begin on Monday, weather permitting, announced Safety Service Director Jim Hites.

This year’s Hardin County Council On Aging Senior Day celebration featured a prom theme with decorations, dancing and gowns.

Defensive driving skills, part of the Maria’s Message campaign, were brought to Kenton High School on Friday for prom awareness. Newland-Heydinger Insurance Agency in Kenton teamed up with the Maria Tiberi Foundation and Kenton City Schools to promote the program.