For 125 years, the Kenton Marble and Granite has stood as a foundation to the area's business community. It is easily the longest continuous business in Hardin County, but its roots spread back much farther than its name.

MOUNT BLANCHARD — Even though the Riverdale Local School District has seen an increase of about 34 students this year, that won’t result in a large increase in funding. District Treasurer Jodie Ribley began her report at Monday’s regular monthly meeting by stating that the 2018-19 school year has started out well, with new employees added to the system and students back in classes with a possible increase in enrollment.

Two Kenton officials are being credited with saving the city nearly $19,000 on the cost of road salt for the upcoming winter, it was reported at Monday’s City Council session. Kenton had just received a bid of $108.04 to purchase salt for the season, about 2 1/2 times higher than what the city paid for the snow and ice melter last winter.

Ohio will see its "rainy day" fund grow to $2.7 billion thanks to a $657 million surplus this year as cities across Ohio continue to struggle with road repairs. Kenton Auditor Brian Hattery shared the figures with City Council members on Monday night, based on information from the Ohio Municipal League.

Hardin County Fair Board President Craig Stump views his service as a way to help ensure the future of the fair and the fairgrounds for future generations. Craig is serving as the president for the first time in his six years on the board.

Upper Scioto Valley Schools staff, students, and community members are hoping to inspire students even when they visit the restrooms at school.

When the United Way of Hardin County kicks off its 2019 campaign Thursday, it will do so without one of its cornerstone supporters. Bonnie McBride had served on the United Way board in many capacities during her 14 years of membership.

A police pursuit ended in tragedy Thursday when the man deputies were attempting to take into custody took his own life. The victim has been identified as Matthew Wall of rural Kenton.

MOUNT VICTORY — Ridgemont students can get help with their studies at the end of the school day. Erica O’Keeffe, the K-12 Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, talked about the new “Gopher Period” in her report to the school board at its meeting Thursday.

The Ohio Department of Transportation has issued a highway construction update in Hardin County for the week of Aug. 27. Ohio 67 between the city of Kenton and the Wyandot County line, will be restricted to one lane through the work zone for finish work associated with a pavement repair and resurfacing project. Work is being performed by Shelly Company, Findlay.