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July 2017

ODOT District 1 high water update

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, July 14, 2017

Several highways in northwest Ohio continue to be closed or monitored due to high water. Highways listed are either currently closed or affected, but closed areas on each route will vary as flood levels change.

Residents should refer to their respective county sheriff’s office for information on local road closures. Motorists are reminded not to drive through areas of high water.

Hancock County

U.S. 224
State Route 37
State Route 235
State Route 568
State Route 12 east of I-75, Findlay, (closed under the direction of the city of Findlay).

Wyandot County

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Paint your own beach scene

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Friday, July 14, 2017

The next PaintINN at The Inn at Ohio Northern University will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19, with Marilyn Reed as instructor.

July's picture will be a beach scene that someone can sit on their porch. Cost is $38 plus tax and gratuity.

To reserve a spot call 419-772-2500.

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Prizes for every age group

Over 400 readers in this summer's library reading program
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, July 13, 2017

By Monty Siekerman
Many prizes, some for every age group, await those who participate in the Ada Public Library summer reading program. More than 400 people have joined the program this year. The reading program ends at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 15. One can still join to win.

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Who is this green monster?

Why...it's the new library director, Rhett Grant.
Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, July 13, 2017

Photos and story by Monty Siekerman
Who is this green monster?

Why...it's the new library director, Rhett Grant.

WATCH THE SERIES OF PHOTOS BELOW -

When he interviewed for the job, he was told that, for several years, the former director was slimed at the end of the summer reading program.  And, yes, he had the option to pass up the sliming. But, Rhett is a good sport and chose to be slimed anyway.

Natalie Walton, library youth services director, did the honors. The exact mixture that made up the slime remains a secret.

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Biology majors gain research experience

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

There is a certain science to becoming a scientist. It doesn’t happen overnight, and it certainly isn’t easy. But for those with a passion for discovery, it is worth every painstaking effort.

Fortunately for three of ONU molecular biology majors, a new on-campus summer research program has taught them just that. Sadie VanHorn, Charlotte Wirth and Jordyn Sanner are the most recent participants of ONU’s Polar Research Experience Program in Molecular Biology. 

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Build a gingerbread house on Friday

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

The Ada Public Library will have Christmas in July on Friday when materials will be available for making gingerbread houses. All age groups are welcome.

The "house building" will take place at 3 p.m. at the Ada United Methodist Church since there is some real construction of an addition starting at the library.

Signup at the library circulation desk to participate in making a gingerbread house.

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A moist June causes crop problems

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

Here's the rainfall report for June from Hardin County extension reporters.

Liberty Township (Ada area) saw the least rain, 2.76 inches. Roundhead the most: 7 inches. Average countywide was about 5 inches, close to the 10-year average. The way things are shaping up for July, look for higher than average rainfall. 

How did the moisture in June affect farming? The Extension reports:

"Rain persisted most of the month of June, with precipitation occurring 2/3 of the days.  Some fields continued to pond and flood in low areas, areas with compaction, and other hard to drain soils.  

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USV to host play

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

The Hardin County Players will present "Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon" on July 14-16 and 21-23 at USV high school cafeteria.

Performances on Fridays and Saturdays begin at 7 p.m. Curtain time on Sundays is 3 p.m. 

Tickets are $7. Children through 12th grade are admitted free. The Players website is: hcplayers.org.

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Ada Varsity Singers present show

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

The ever-popular Ada Varsity Singers are having a camp at the school this week which will culminate in a public performance on Friday.

After working 10-hour days all week on song and dance routines, the award-winning Varsity Singers will present their 2017-18 show for the first time before an audience. 

Time and place: 7 p.m. on Friday in the school auditorium.

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Gospel Sing for the community

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Thursday, July 13, 2017

Dana Walters is organizing a Gospel Sing for the community. The program will be held from 4-9 p.m. on Saturday, July 29, at Ada War Memorial Park.

Nine  individuals and groups are scheduled to sing. A free will donation will be taken for the singers. Food will be available for sale. 

The singers will perform from the band shell at the park. The gospel sing will proceed, even if it rains, since tents will be set up for that possibility.

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