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March 2015

Thanks for Dr. Waters, Ada Cubs play a gig on the steel drums

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Ada Cub Scouts recently had an musical experience to remember.

The Scouts were introduced to steel drums by Dr. Sarah Waters, who teaches applied percussion, steel drum band, percussion ensemble, conducting, African and American Music at Ohio Northern University.

Dr. Waters described the steel drums to Ada Cub Scouts (from left) Alex Rockhill, Tristen Dalton, Dylan Hartman, Connor Daugherty, Robby Waters, Xander Wells and Roman Snyder.

Her own steel drum experience includes being a member of the “All-Star Steel Drum Band,” which performed at PASIC in Austin, Texas.

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Suddenly it's no longer winter!

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

It may not be The Bahamas, but these "regulars" at McDonald's are enjoying coffee on the patio at McDonald's. Robert and Marsha Stull (left) sip a cup of joe with Lee and Connie Crouse. A week ago snow piled high on the table, making the table look like a giant ice cream cone.
(Monty Siekerman)

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Ohio Northern University to hold lecture on Islamic tolerance

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

The Ohio Northern University Office of International Services presents speaker Zohra Sarwari in the McIntosh Ballroom on Wednesday, March 11, at 7 p.m. Sarwari’s speech is titled “No, I Am Not a Terrorist.”

The lecture, free and open to the public, will give members of the community the opportunity to learn a bit more about Islam, its relationship with terrorism, and diversity through the perspective of an Orthodox Muslim woman. 

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Thank You FRIENDS of the Ada Public Library!

Posted by Rhett Grant on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

The Ada Public Library would like to extend a big THANK YOU to the FRIENDS of the Ada Public Library for their support in purchasing a new storytime rug for our Meeting Room. The rug was unveiled and enjoyed by our families this morning, with many children excited as to what objects or letters they were sitting on!

 

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Rodney Hollon was a 1972 Upper Scioto Valley HS grad

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Rodney L. Hollon, 61, died on Tuesday, March 10, 2015, at 12:05 a.m.at his residence in Alger.

He was born on Jan. 17, 1954, in Lima, Ohio to James A. and Eva Jean (Hall) Hollon and they preceded him in death. Rodney was previously married to Debbie Hollon and she survives in Belle Center, Ohio.

He retired from Rockwell International in 2009 after working for 35 years as a machinist. He was attending the Quickstep Pentecostal Church of God, Alger. He was a 1972 graduate of Upper Scioto Valley High School. Rodney was an avid dirt track fan and his son’s crew chief for 12 years. A special thanks to the Ada Community Health Professionals for their care of Rodney.

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315 Walnut celebrates St. Patrick's Day all week - and you can win

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Want to have a little fun this week?

Today through St. Patrick's Day - March 17, 315 Walnut will hide a pot of gold on its website.

When you find the pot of gold, email the name of the piece of jewelry where it is located to [email protected] and you will receive a coupon code for $5 off your next jewelry order. It's that easy!

The Pot of Gold will move to a new piece of jewelry each day – even on the weekend. You can win a new coupon each day.

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Observations, insights and sighting: Trust your car to the man with the star

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

It pays to shop around for gas. On Saturday, Feb. 28, the price of gas at several stations on the east side of Lima was $2.09 while on the west side it was $2.49---40 cents per gallon difference in the same city. That's $8 a fillup. Used to be gas companies tried to get loyal customers to stick with their brand, nowadays drivers seek out the best price. Remember the jingle: Texaco, you can trust your car to the man who wears the star?
Postage Stamps

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Grant McBride named second team all-NWC; Willeke, Sautter honorable mention

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Ada's Grant McBride, a senior, was named to the second team all-Northwest Conference in boys' basketball. Two Bulldog teammates were named honorable mention.

Columbus Grove senior Jace Darbyshire was chosen as the 2014-15 NWC Player of The Year by Northwest Conference boys’ basketball coaches at the annual selection meeting in late February. Darbyshire received 113 total points to edge out Connor Lautzenheiser (CV) and Trey Smith (DJ) in the coaches’ voting.

Darbyshire averaged 21.0 points per game along with 3.4 assists for the Bulldogs, while shooting 46 percent from the field and 87 percent from the free throw line this year.

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McDonald’s offers $1.25 Shamrock Shakes to support Ronald McDonald House Charities, March 13‐17

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, March 10, 2015

To support the local Ronald McDonald Houses, Lewis Family McDonald’s, including Ada's McDonald's is offering small Shamrock Shakes for $1.25 from March 13‐17, and will donate 25 cents from each shake sold to our local Ronald McDonald Houses.

Here's the Shamrock Shake-Ronald McDonald House story

Since first launching in the U.S., the Shamrock Shake has built an almost cult‐like following. But the beloved minty green treat has another legacy that even its most loyal
fans may not know.

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God Rocks continue as popular item at The Inn at ONU

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, March 9, 2015

God Rocks continue to be offered at The Inn at ONU.

They include handmade bracelets, necklaces and plaques and are offered in The Inn at ONU gift shop, Ada.

Connie Grashel from Portage, Ind., is the artist behind the creations. Although not from Ada, she has a niece who attends ONU and a cousin employed at ONU.

Carrying a religious theme, the items are meant to be carried as a reminder that God is our rock and our salvation, says Grashel.

The Inn's Facebook page recently offered this reminder to Icon viewers:

"With Easter right around the corner, many of us reflect upon our faith this time of year.

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