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How many pounds of blueberries would you like to order?

Ada Music Booster fundraiser; orders available until July 1
Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, June 22, 2020

Ada Music Boosters are taking orders for its annual blueberry sale, which benefits the music programs in the school.

The berries are hand-picked from Farmhouse Fruit, New Jersey.

Here’s all the information needed to place an order:
10 pounds for $32
Order Deadline: July 1
Pickup Date: Week of July 6 (exact date to be announced)
Pickup at Ada War Memorial Park, 401 N. Park Dr. 
Order and pay online at www.farmhousefruit.com/adamusicboosters
Contact Amy Morgan with questions, 419-957-2125

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Kenton-Hardin Health Department responds to public concerns

The staff do not carry badges or weapons, does not intend to padlock local businesses who do not comply to state directives, including but not limited to wearing facial coverings
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, June 21, 2020

We do want to make it very clear though, contrary to published individual statements, businesses must require their employees to wear facial coverings. 

In response to recent questions and concerns the Kenton Hardin Health Department (KHHD) released information about its part in the COVID-19 response thus far. Those details follow:

The Health Department, as the lead agency in the Hardin County response to the COVID-19 emergency, has been in regular contact with the directors of the four long-term care facilities in the county.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) inventories of the four facilities have been known to the health department throughout the emergency.

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Alger Public Library announces new patron guidelines

Has special hours for seniors
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, June 21, 2020

Alger Public Library announces its current guidelines with the Icon, according to Stacey Hensley, library director.

"We are booking appointments. Call 419-757-7755 to reserve your spot," said Hensley.

The library at 100 W. Wagner St., Alger, is open from noon to 5 p.m. and for those at risk or seniors. Patrons may contact the library about its special hours 

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Hardin extension office now open

Visitors will be asked to wear a mask, sanitize upon entry, follow social distancing protocols; masks are available at the door
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 19, 2020

 Hardin County extension office has reopened with restrictions on June 17. 

In order to follow university health and safety protocols, the Hardin County office staff have created the following plan to open for in-person services: 

The office will be open Monday – Friday from 8 to 9 a.m. for the at-risk population, such as the elderly and immunocompromised. 

The office will open to the general public from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. 

A limited staff will be available during these hours each day, as the majority continue to telework to limit interaction and continue social distancing.  

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6.16 inches of rainfall recorded in Liberty Township in May

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 19, 2020

For the period of May 1-May 31, Hardin Extension rainfall reporters recorded an average of 4.73 inches of rain in Hardin County. 

 Last year, the average rainfall for the same time was 5.12 inches.  Rainfall for May was 0.30 inches more than the ten-year average rainfall for the month.

Liberty Township had 6.16 inches according to Phil Epley, who reports for the township.

Marion Township received 6.42 inches of rain for May, the highest amount of the township sites.  Jackson Township had the lowest rainfall amount for the month of May with 3.60 inches.  

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Hardin election board recruiting poll workers for November

County needs 2 Democrats and 2 Republican to work in each of the 21 Hardin precincts
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, June 18, 2020

The Hardin County board of elections is recruiting poll workers for the Nov. 3 general election, according to Michael Hubbell, board chair.

“We are sending letters to all clubs and organizations in Hardin County, asking for assistance in recruiting poll workers,” he said. 

The county has 21 voting precincts. Two Democrats and two Republicans are required to work in each location.

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