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Economic Development Breakfast Meeting Summary | April 2026

By Holli Underwood

5/1/2026

Economic Development

Friday, April 17, 2026; 8:30 AM; Kenton Elks Lodge

Featured Speaker

OhioMeansJobs Hardin County

Presented by: Annetta Shirk, Workforce Development Supervisor

See slides at the bottom of this article.

Featured Speaker (Workforce Development)

Rhodes State College

Presented by: Brandy Theis; Director of Youth and Community Programming

See slides at the bottom of this article.

Hardin Career Task Force and Attendee Updates

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Organization	Contact	Website	Update
The Inn at Ohio Northern University	Joan Delbo	www.innatonu.com	We are offering: Wings and Things 3pm- 8pm April 22nd Dine and Unwind Club 3pm -8pm April 23rd Paint and Sip 6pm -8pm April 29th Dine and Unwind Club 3pm - 8pm April 30th Live Music May 1st- Eric Miglin - Jazz Trumpet 5pm - 8pm Paint and Sip- Tote Bag 6pm - 8pm May 6th Dine and Unwind Club 3pm - 8pm May 7th Girls Dinner 3pm - 5pm May 13th Dine and Unwind Club 3pm - 8pm May 14th Live Music May 15 with Dean Alstaetter 5pm- 8pm Live Music May 16th with Josh Haudenschield 5pm - 8pm Wings and Things May 20th 5pm - 8pm Dine and Unwind Club 3pm - 8pm May 21st Dine and Unwind Club 3pm - 8pm May 28th
Schwemer for Auditor	Mark Schwemer	www.ElectSchwemer.com	The Schwemer for Auditor campaign continues to build strong momentum as we approach the May 5 primary. Over the past several weeks, Mark has been meeting with residents across Hardin County, listening to concerns, and sharing his vision for responsible financial stewardship. Mark remains focused on his commitment to the people of Hardin County: ensuring tax dollars are managed wisely, offices operate efficiently, and citizens can trust their local government. Thank you to everyone who has supported the campaign so far—your energy and dedication are making a real difference. Early voting has begun and is available at the Hardin County Courthouse through May 3rd. Election day is May 5th! Don't forget to bring a photo ID with you when you vote.
Marion Technical College	Tami Galloway	www.mtc.edu	Graduation at Marion Technical College is Friday May15. Marion Technical College Golf outing is Thursday May 21 Marion County Teacher Boot Camp 1.0 June 8-11 Wyandot County Teacher Boot Camp 1.0 is cancelled due to low registration Marion and Wyandot County 2.0 will feature 4 Marion County companies and 4 Wyandot County companies. 2.0 is scheduled for July 20-July 23.