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60 new coats

The Knights of Columbus in Kenton gave ReStore in Ada 60 new coats to distribute. Here, Linda Dearth shows some of the remaining coats to give to those in need. The supply of jackets flew out the window during the first cold snap. ReStore is in need of more new coats, especially ones for young children, if you are inclined to contribute. (Monty Siekerman photo)

It was a feast at ReStore

More than 230 people dined on turkey and ham and all the fixins' at ReStore's annual Thanksgiving dinner for the community on Tuesday evening.

The food was prepared and donated by several groups and individuals for the well-organized affair. ReStore will reopen after the holiday at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 30. (Monty Siekerman photos)

Polar Bears face Division III third-ranked national team Saturday in Wisconsin

Here we go, Polar Bears, here we go!

ONU Polar Bears football team is on its way to Wisconsin.

UW-Oshkosh will host first-time opponent Ohio Northern University in the second round of the NCAA Division III Football Championship on Saturday (Nov. 28). Kickoff is set for noon (CST) at J. J. Keller Field at Titan Stadium.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW DIVISION III PLAYOFF BRACKETS

Materials Testing Inc, offers engineering, testing, surveying and construction management

Photo and story by Monty Siekerman
MTI is a new business in town, having moved to 121 S. Johnson St., Suite D, from the country outside of Ada.

Owned by Ken Amburgey, Materials Testing, Inc, does engineering, testing, surveying, inspection and construction management.

In this picture, Jessica Johnson tests cement. The firm works throughout Ohio and neighboring states.

And, they have had plenty of local work, including the wastewater treatment plant, Vancrest Nursing Home, both under construction, and recently completed projects such as the Ada United Methodist Church, local roads, Klingler Road project, and Safe Routes to School.

Ada's feast

More than 230 people dined on turkey and ham and all the fixins' at ReStore's annual Thanksgiving dinner for the community on Tuesday evening. The food was prepared and donated by several groups and individuals for the well-organized affair. ReStore will reopen after the holiday at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 30. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS. (Monty Siekerman photo)

Proceeds for a great cause

Karen Garver, Ada Public Library clerk, shows some of the items up for silent auction between now and Dec. 5. Get a bargain and help the library. Proceeds go to the summer reading program. Among the items available for bidding are a set of Minecraft books for youth, books about the Amish for adults, a Kindle Fire tablet, and Samsung Galaxy tablet. (Monty Siekerman photo)

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