A change in the swine department for the 2018 Hardin County Fair was announced at Saturday’s meeting of the Hardin County Agricultural Society. Eighteen directors and 18 guests were present.

Entertainment activities for the 2018 Hardin County Fair are taking shape, it was reported at Saturday’s meeting of the Hardin County Agricultural Society. Brad Murphy, representing the entertainment committee, highlighted free entertainment planned for the fair.

At this point in the flu season a year ago, there had been one person hospitalized locally for influenza. This year, said Cindy Keller, director of nursing with the Kenton-Hardin Health Department, that number stands at 18.

ADA — Following discussion by council, Ada residents will continue to not pay a bank card processing fee when using their cards to pay utility bills.

FINDLAY — The body of a 28-year-old deceased female was found along a roadway in Hancock County’s Cass Township on Sunday. The victim has been identified as Danielle Rice.

ADA — An Ada Middle School teacher was recognized by the state superintendent for her instructional unit centered on the book “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio. “Wonder” tells the story of Augie Pullman and centers on themes of kindness and acceptance.

Kenton City Schools hosted a discussion about implementing random drug testing for students on Monday evening at the Kenton High School cafeteria. The school board has been encouraged to look into such a plan by a group of local citizens, led by Russ Laubis.

ALGER — Mayor Von Summa was out of town on business, but he left a list of issues for the Alger council to discuss at its meeting Monday night. Acting Mayor Ethan Hunt told council Summa was expecting them to reach a decision on absenteeism at the meetings.

DUNKIRK — The Dunkirk Board of Public Affairs is in the process of getting a new well for the village. According to Village Superintendent Paul Cramer, the board has been working with Groundwater Science, a company of hydrogeologists who specialize in ground and surface water, and where would be the best place to drill for a well.

Darlene Foreman was hesitant at first to take over the responsibility of executive director for United Way of Hardin County, but it has since become “the best job I’ve ever had.” Before Darlene had become involved with the United Way, her husband, Dan, a Honda employee, was approached by Dave Sturgeon who offered him a place on the board.