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January 2015

Just in time for Valentine's Day - Music Boosters jewelry fundraiser underway

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, January 29, 2015

A Ada Music Boosters' jewelry fundraiser  is now underway.

This fundraiser features jewelry products from Premier Designs. The fundraiser is made possible by consultant, former Ada music educator, and Music Feast co-founder Lynn Knoble.

This is a book sale that concludes with an open house from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3,  at the First Baptist Church of Ada.

SPECIAL FOR PRE-ORDERS ONLY: Spend $75 and get an item valued up to $50 for $10 (good for every $75 increment).

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FOCUS IN ON CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Posted by Rhett Grant on Thursday, January 29, 2015

We will be joined  TONIGHT, 6:30p.m. by Theresa Price, Rhodes State Regional Representative, who will discuss sustainable jobs in Hardin County and the surrounding areas. The presentation will include career pathway information including: certification and degree requirements, job outlook, average wages earned, and websites available to help you pursue additional information!

PROGRAM is FREE!

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ONU hires Lake Superior SU vice president to head enrollment management

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Ohio Northern University President Daniel A. DiBiasio has announced the hiring of William Eilola as vice president for enrollment management at Ohio Northern University, effective April 1.

Eilola, who has served as vice president for enrollment services and marketing at Lake Superior State University in Sainte Marie, Mich., since 2006, replaces Lawrence Lesick, who will be stepping down from his position after more than four years at ONU.

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Ada schools invite community to "get connected;" here's how it works

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Ever wonder how to find out if there's a school weather delay? Or, if a school program is cancelled?

Ada schools offer Icon viewers several ways to stay connection to the school through various social media options. 

AN ATTACHMENT AT THE BOTTOM
OF THIS STORY INCLUDES A
PRINTER-FRIENDLY LIST OF THESE OPTIONS.

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Vendor registration underway for Bluffton May 16 arts and crafts show

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Here's a great way to keep warm.

It's time to think about the 2015 Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce arts and crafts show.

The 44th annual downtown event moves to the third Saturday of May this year, making it Saturday, May 16. In recent years it was held on the Saturday prior to Mother's Day.

A vendor registration form and information sheet are attachments at the bottom of this story.

This year's show will offer similar events as previous shows including pony rides, the farmers' market, entertainment, lots of food choices in addition to an estimated 70 craft vendor booth.

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Whirlpool will create $18 million Findlay Wind Farm

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Whirlpool Corporation, the world’s largest global manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances is building on the company’s 40 years of commitment to sustainability by using wind energy to power its manufacturing facility located in Findlay.

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Ohio Northern University Experience ONU Day Feb. 11

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Ohio Northern University welcomes high school seniors to campus for Experience ONU Day on Wednesday, Feb. 11. Prospective students will learn about specific Ohio Northern programs; meet with current students, faculty and staff; and attend informational admissions and financial aid sessions. A complimentary lunch and campus tour also will be provided.

Participants can immerse themselves in the total collegiate experience by visiting actual classes, talking with current students, meeting with deans and faculty members, having lunch in the dining hall, and getting a glimpse into the daily lives of ONU students.

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James Meyer heads Ada CIC in 2015

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Officers are in place for 2015 for the Ada Community Improvement Corp. (CIC). Election of officers took place on Jan. 21 with the following results:

• President – James Meyer
• Vice president – Jamie Hall
• Secretary – Angela Polachek
• Treasurer – Crystal Huffer

The following trustees are listed with their term expiration date:
Dec. 31, 2015
• Deb Curlis
• David Retterer
• Fred Steiner

Dec. 31, 2016
• Beth Fenton
• Dick Lawrence
• Norm Rex
• Don Traxler
• Jamie Hall

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OMG - "De-flate gate" puts Ada's on the New York Times pages 1 and Fox News!

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Deflate-gate.

Who in Ada isn't familar with this new national buzz word. It involves NLF football, the New England Patriots, and yes...Ada, Ohio.

Ada and deflate-gate made page 1 of the New York Times on Jan. 21. And on Jan. 26 Ada is a feature on Fox News.

The New York Times story and video features Jane Hesler, retired Wilson Factory employee, who talks about making footballs.

The headline reads: "A seamstress who handed off to the NFL," with a subhead: "Watching Patriots scandal from afar, a retired football maker says Wilson did its job."

The Fox News story's headline reads: "Far from deflate-gate, football factory prepares for Super Bowl"

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Look at all these February-March Ada events...and you thought nothing was going on here this winter

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, January 27, 2015

February and March continue to be busy months, full of activities, in Ada.

Here's the Ada Icon's Community Highlights for the next two months. A printer-friendly verision, great to posting on your bulletin board or refrigerator is an attachment to this calendar.

Community Events

• February 15  Ada Academic & Music Boosters 3rd Annual Purse & Jewelry Raffle 1:30pm Ada Schools
• February 26 Hardin Business Alliance annual dinner, McIntosh, 6 pm

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