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April 2017

Spring and birds

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Saturday, April 8, 2017

Spring and birds: both feathered and non-feathered kinds.  For bird watchers, the non-feathered bird is readily identified by its contrail. (Photos by Ken Collins)

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ONU nursing program makes its mark

Preparing students for their careers
Posted by Monty Siekerman on Saturday, April 8, 2017

ONU's nursing program is making the grade in its ability to successfully prepare students for rewarding careers. RegisteredNursing.org recently ranked ONU’s nursing program as second among 84 programs in the state.

The ONU nursing program, which began in 2005, currently enrolls 121 students in the bachelor’s degree curriculum.

The ranking analyzes several factors and is based largely on first-time passage rates on the NCLEX-RN exam. College graduates need to pass the NCLEX exam to become practicing registered nurses (RN). At the time the analysis was conducted, 2014 was the most recent year in which passage rates were published by the state, according to the survey.

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LNB offers free shredding service

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Saturday, April 8, 2017

Liberty National Bank will offer a free shredding service the week of May 1. It is estimated that 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year.
Individuals may drop off unwanted paperwork to be destroyed that week during regular business hours. The bank will accept up to 5 boxes, 20 inches wide by 10 inches high.

This is a free service to the community to help fight identity theft.

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Seniors to dine at Table One

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Saturday, April 8, 2017

The Ada Senior Citizens will dine together at Table One (formerly Brunson's restaurant) on the square in Kenton at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12. Those wishing to carpool are asked to meet at Community Health Professionals by 11 a.m. Those 55 or older may join the group for an annual $10 membership fee.

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12:30 p.m. Sunday in the park - Easter egg hunt!

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 7, 2017

The annual Kappa Alpha Theta Easter Egg Hunt for all local children will be held Sunday, April 9, at 12:30 p.m. at War Memorial Park...and the Easter Bunny will be there, too.

Children will be divided into three age groups: preschool, K-2, grade 3 and up.
A 'golden" egg will be hidden for each category. Those who find the "golden" will win a basket full of goodies. Youngsters may have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny.

The sorority has been hosting the event for more than a decade. It draws a large crowd of children each year. In case of inclement weather, the hunt will begin at noon at Affinity Commons on campus.

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ReStore Center seeking new village garden coordinator

The garden has nine large beds and four smaller ones
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 7, 2017

The Village Garden, sponsored by The ReStore Community Center of Ada, is in
need of new leadership coordinating the volunteers and gardeners of this
lovely downtown garden.

Begun many years ago, the garden has nine large beds and four smaller ones.

Those claiming a garden for the summer season care for their garden bed,
weeding it, watering it and nurturing the plants towards harvest. 

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Ada's annual auction for Hospice

Over 100 persons attend event in support of Communty Health Professionals
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 7, 2017

By Monty Siekerman
Community Health Professionals annual dinner and auction Thursday evening drew more than 100 people to a gala affair to support CHP the hospice program.

Several thousand dollars are raised annually for the Beacon of Hope, which provides care for patients and families. The lighthouse symbolizes each individual’s life and the hope that hospice brings.

Deb Curlis, CHP fundraising coordinator, gathers donations from businesses for months for a silent auction, live auction, and raffle.

Claudia Crawford, nursing supervisor, described what hospice is.

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More I-75 construction updates coming around Findlay

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 7, 2017

The following impacts to traffic related to the reconstruction and widening of Interstate 75 through Findlay and Hancock County are scheduled to occur in the coming weeks:

Interstate 75 both northbound and southbound from the area of the Blanchard River (mile marker 159) near Findlay High School to county Road 99 (mile marker 161) is restricted to one lane at times through the work zone during nighttime hours only.

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Betty E. Winegardner 1934 - 2017

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Friday, April 7, 2017

Betty E. Winegardner, 82, died on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 11:14p.m.at Lima Memorial Health System in Lima, Ohio.

            She was born on October 31, 1934 in Kenton, Ohio to Harley and Marie (Shadley) Dunson who preceded her in death. On November 3, 1956 Betty married Donald S. Winegardner Sr, and he died on February 15, 1988.

            Betty was employed at Lima Memorial Hospital as a Housekeeper for 19 years. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in rural Harrod. Betty was a 1952 graduate of McGuffey High School.

            She is survived by her son, Scotty Winegardner Jr. of Harrod.

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ONU pharmacy students have free health fair at Greg's Pharmacy

In Bluffton Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 7, 2017

Greg's Pharmacy, 126 N. Main St., Bluffton, will hold a free health fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, according to Andrea Williams, manager.

Ohio Northern University pharmacy students from the National Community Pharmacist Association (NCPA) will be at Greg's to provide the following free services:
• Cholesterol screening (please fast for 8 hours)
• Bone density screening (osteoporosis)
• Blood glucose tesing (please fast for 8 hours)
• Blood pressure checks

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