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August 2014

ONU business student member of team that captures first in national competition

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 18, 2014

Ohio Northern University Dicke College of Business Administration student Andria Beehler-Evans, a senior accounting major from Bellefontaine, Ohio, was a member of a four-person team that took top honors in the “Project Run With It” competition at the 2014 Beta Alpha Psi (BAΨ) conference held in Atlanta, Ga. on Aug. 6-9.

“Project Run With It” is an opportunity for BAΨ members from schools around the world to work together to solve a real client issue for a not-for-profit organization. A total of 72 BAΨ student representatives competed and comprised 18 teams of four members.

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4-H state fair competition: Just one of Libbie Milks' interests

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 18, 2014

By Darlene Bowers
Over 915,000 people passed through the gates of this year’s Ohio State Fair according to The Columbus Dispatch. One Ada family was among the first day’s visitors.

Libbie Milks, with parents Beth and Mike in tow, participated in the Ohio State Junior Fair 4-H Non-Livestock Health Day. Libbie attended the fair to present her 4-H project, The Truth About Tobacco. “I used this as a follow up project from last year when I completed Drug and Alcohol Abuse,” Libbie says.

This is Libbie’s seventh year in 4-H. She has been a member of Liberty Belles and Boys 4-H Club for all seven years.

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Holiday Spectacular children's audition Sept. 14

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, August 18, 2014

Ohio Northern University is holding children's auditions for the “Holiday Spectacular” on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 4 p.m. at the Freed Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Ohio Northern University.

Looking for singers and dancers ranging in age from 5-12. Children may be asked to sing and should be ready to participate in a dance call (jazz and/or tap shoes). 

No prepared dance or vocal solos, please.  Call (419) 772-1998 for details.

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Swim at your own risk - pond infested with Golden Retrievers?

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, August 14, 2014

As the sign warns: "Swim at your own risk!"

It's doesn't mention why, however.

Could it be because the pond is infested with Golden Retrievers?

The two dogs, having a good time, are in Monty Siekerman's pond north of town. That's Caesar (Monty's Retriever) with Luke, who is holding a ball it its mouth. Luke is Harry Wilson's Retriever.

 

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Ohio Northern University featured as a College of Distinction

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, August 14, 2014

Ohio Northern University has been honored as a College of Distinction for the 2014-15 school year in the 15th annual “Colleges of Distinction” guide.

“Colleges of Distinction” is a web-based guide for high school juniors and seniors trying to identify a school that is nationally recognized and highly recommended by professionals in the field of education. Colleges and universities are nominated for participation by high school counselors and then evaluated using qualitative and quantitative research.

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High-level painting on Main Street

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, August 14, 2014

Some high-level painting is underway on Ada's Main Street this week. The top of the building that houses Beacon Realty,  208 N. Main St., is getting a new coat of paint. In our photo shoot, the Icon had difficulty trying to chose which view to post. 

So, in this story, we've posted four different views. We'll let the viewers decide which photo they like the best.

Grindell Masonry, Kenton, is the contractor for the job.

CHECK OUT THE FOUR VIEWS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY.

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Here's Mustard Seed Cafe, Bluffton, weekend features

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, August 13, 2014

In addition to Mustard Seed’s Cafe, Bluffton, regular menu on Friday and Saturday nights, the following features are available this weekend:

Dinner: White fish with rhubarb compote and crème over couscous with fresh mint and almonds

Filet mignon with cabernet crème and smoked gouda over fettuccini

Light plate: Fromage with roasted beet, arugula and baguette

Dessert: Red velvet cake with coconut crème cheese frosting and a dark chocolate ganache

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Ada moves to four kindergarten classes; will hire new 5th grade teacher; new class lists posted here

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Ada schools announced some elementary class realignments. The announcement was made on the school website tonight.

The annoucement follows:

In an effort to maintain student/teacher ratios at a level that is in line with our beliefs, we are pleased to announce the addition of a fourth kindergarten teacher.

Mrs. Stuart will be moving from 4th grade to kindergarten, Mrs. Reiman will be moving to 4th grade ELA/SS and we will be hiring a new 5th grade teacher.  Updated class lists are listed below.

CLICK HERE for the updated elementary class lists.

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Recent heavy rains: Clear storm sewer systems mean efficient storm water movement

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Village Voice, provide by Village of Ada

The rainstorms we experienced earlier this week left us all with a little education in the importance of storm sewer systems.

Overall, the Village’s storm sewer system performed quite well during the storms, especially given the amount of rain that came down in a short amount of time.

Some areas of our community received 3-4 inches of water in just a matter of minutes, which is far from the normal rainfall we would expect. While some of our streets had water, the storm sewer system was clear enough to allow that water to recede rather quickly.

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Records go out the window when the alums face the varsity

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Ada's competitive spirit never ends.

Just mention soccer, as an example. With fall 2014 high school athletic practices in full gear, it naturally follows that it's time for an alums-versus-varsity competition.

Bailey Bowers attended the two afore-mentioned soccer games involving Ada boys' versus alumni, and Ada girls' versus alumnae. Here's some shots from those games. 

PHOTOS:

• Sophomore Kaitlyn Long runs alongside 2014 AHS graduate Annabel Pinkney.

• Freshman Nathan Allen (in white) and 2009 AHS Grad Ben Garmon (in blue) battle for the ball while freshman Terry Sheridan (far left) looks on.

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