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Klondike turns 99

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Ohio Northern University is celebrating the 99th birthday of mascot Klondike the polar bear on March 16, 2022.

The Icon has previously dubbed Klondike "the most photographed character in Ada"--but then he's got a head start on most of us.

Happy Birthday, Klondike! 

 

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First meeting held for 2022 Made in Ada Football Festival

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 16, 2022

The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce followed its March 16 member meeting with a Made in Ada Football Festival planning session. The event date has been set for Saturday, August 27 and the location will be at the Ada Depot Park, 112 E. Central.

Discussion centered on food trucks, the possibility of a beer sales permit, showcasing of the Wilson football factory and products, a punt-pass-kick competition, and other attractions. Two bands--Voodoo Lane and Shifferly Road Band--have been booked for the event.

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What time is it?

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 16, 2022

6:30 p.m. on March 15. The shadows were long, but the sky was a brilliant blue while Ada enjoyed the first days of Daylight Savings Time 2022.

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Council summary for March 15

Permitless concealed carry, diesel price impact on Refuse Fund, Eclipse task force
Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Mayor Dave Retterer chaired the Ada Village Council Regular Meeting of March 15, 2022 beginning with the Pledge of Allegiance.

The agenda included approval of bill payments, a resolution for advertising for bids on street paving (approved unanimously), and reports from committees.

In New Business, council approved $1,500 to support Ohio Northern University’s Patriotic Pops concert scheduled for July 2, 2022. Mayor Retter, Bob Simmons, and Jamie Hall reported on an Enterprise Zone Meeting with Associated Plastics and Harvest Pride. 

COMMITTEE REPORTS

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Pharmacy dean recognized for outstanding volunteerism, leadership

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Ohio Northern University College of Pharmacy Dean Steve Martin, Pharm.D., recently received the Distinguished Service Award from the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), a leadership group that collaboratively focuses on critical care practice, education and research. The award annually recognizes a society member for their consistent and sustained leadership and contribution to the group’s Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology (CPP) Section, which focuses on optimal pharmacotherapeutic outcomes for all critically ill patients.

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Orders for pond fish sale

Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District
Posted by Staff on Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District is taking orders for its annual pond fish sale. The following fingerling species are available:  Largemouth Bass; Bluegill; Hybrid Bluegill; Channel Catfish; White Amur; Redear Sunfish; Fathead Minnows.  Please note that the fish are sold individually.

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