A total of $3,740 in cash is displayed after its seizure Wednesday at a Forest residence by the Hardin County Crime Task Force as part of an investigation into the illegal sale of prescription medication.

MOUNT VICTORY — Ridgemont’s first-half effort powered the Gophers to a 10-point lead over Northmor at halftime in Wednesday’s girls basketball contest. The Gophers extended their lead to 16 after three and held off a fourth quarter push from Northmor to take the 55-43 non-conference win.

BELLEFONTAINE — Nikki Current netted 26 points to lead Ben Logan to a 58-33 victory over Springfield Northwestern in a Central Buckeye Conference girls basketball contest Wednesday night.

Staff and residents at Hardin Hills Health Center take part in a Christmas spirit week, starting out with Christmas headgear. The rest of the week consists of Christmas socks, Christmas pajamas, Christmas sweaters and favorite Christmas outfit.

Residents (from left) David Patton and Richard Beach are having a fun time playing the Pie Face Game at Hardin Hills Health and Rehab Center. Laughter from the residents and staff was heard from all halls.

The Hardin County Council on Aging Senior Center had a Polar Express pajama party. The seniors watched the Polar Express and ate cookies and hot chocolate.

Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center, LLC staff gave new meaning to “The Sharing Season” as they gave from their hears in an effort to make a difference in the lives of seniors in the community this holiday season.

DUNKIRK — While Dunkirk resident Tony Crowe is sad to see the former Dunkirk United Methodist Church go, he’s glad it will be put to good use again. The old church building, located on Main Street on the village’s south side, is in the process of being deconstructed piece by piece by Barnwood Market of Williamstown, a business that salvages building materials to be repurposed.

Silas Sons, 3, shares his Christmas list with Santa Claus during the community dinner at Table One in Kenton on Tuesday night. Silas is the son of Elizabeth Blum.

The United Way of Hardin County campaign has climbed to 75 percent of its $220,000 goal as of Tuesday, reported UW Director Darlene Foreman. Pledges and donations total $163,617.33.