The Ada Public Library will host the following events and activities during the week of March 10 to 15. For further details and dates, visit www.adalibrary.org/calendar.
Virtual meetings and casual workplaces may have changed the way people dress for success, but looking professional is still critical for most future careers.
Ohio Northern University’s Career Closet is helping students look their best for job interviews, internships, capstone presentations, and even etiquette dinners.
The Closet is part of the Mifsud Center for Student Success, which recently moved into a newly renovated space on the second floor of the Heterick Memorial Library.
Students stop in to the Career Closet for a variety of reasons, according to Andrea Domachowski, director of the Polar Career Center.
On Thursday, March 6, the Ada Schools Board of Education held a special meeting to review work in progress and 2-year plans for the Ag building and the building that includes the Central Office, Board Room, two Liberty Village Preschool classrooms, “86” and “Varsity/’71” gyms, and concessions area.
Superintendent Julie Simmons and Facility Maintenance Coordinator Lance Dearth made a presentation on repair work, maintenance and improvements for the two buildings.
By Lindsey Buddelmeyer, Leadership Education & Training Specialist
Falls are a common cause of injury, particularly for seniors. As we discussed in a previous column, the two primary reasons for falls are a decrease in strength and balance; and environmental factors. We previously focused on preventing falls outside your home. In this column, we will focus on preventing falls inside your home.
As we age, our balance, strength, and visual acuity naturally decline. According to the National Institute on Aging, common visual changes for older adults include struggling to see up close, difficulty with distinguishing colors, and needing additional time to adjust to changing levels of light. Certain conditions also contribute to a higher likelihood of falling. Let’s examine the inside of your home, determine if there are any unsafe spaces, and find strategies or modifications to make your home safer.
The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its first lunch and learn series, from "P.O.S. to Positive" on Wednesday, March 19 at 11:30 a.m. at Buckeye East Coffee Shop.
The invitation: "Learn how to best optimize your business operations with the right Point of Sale (P.O.S.) system. Whether you're a small business owner or looking to upgrade your current system, this session will provide valuable insights on streamlining transactions, improving customer experience, and boosting efficiency.
"Enjoy lunch from Buckeye East while networking with fellow Chamber members and industry experts."
The cost for chamber members is $10, for non-members, $15. Please contact 567-204-7118 or [email protected] to register.
Starting on March 1, 2025, a new, three-year partnership between Ohio Northern University and Columbus State Community College will enhance the ability of engineering students to pursue and achieve their educational goals.
Under the articulation agreement, students who have completed an Associate of Science degree in Systems Engineering from Columbus State, will be able to seamlessly enroll at ONU to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Students will enter ONU at junior status, receiving credit for all relevant coursework taken at Columbus State.
The March 4 regular meeting of Ada Council included public forum comments on water bill late fees, updates on electricity and gas aggregation programs and a review of 2025 street paving plans. The meeting packet is HERE.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Denise D’Arca described her frustrations with a late water bill in the U.S. Mail and a delay in payment processing that resulted in late fees. She had submitted a formal request asking the village to waive the fees; later in the meeting this request was denied.
Council members and Village Administrator Jamie Hall discussed late fee policies, noting that customers have an obligation to pay Village utility bills by the 10th of the month regardless of whether the bill is received in the mail. Hall noted that the Village sends out some 135 delinquent payment notices each month and makes some 65 followup calls.
ONU Observatory events are always at the mercy of the weather. Organizer Jason Pinkney reports, "The first one was cancelled because of cloudy weather. The next one is supposed to be THIS Friday at 7-9 pm, but it looks like it will be clouded out as well."
If the weather should cooperate, the program is as follows. To check on the official status, visit HERE.
