Ada's latest news

American Red Cross has schedule the next Ada blood drive for Thursday, June 13 from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m.  

The drive will be held at Ohio Northern University, McIntosh Center, 525 S. Main St.

While walk-in donors are welcome, donors are encouraged to make appointments. To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or go online at www.redcrossblood.org.

 

The Ada Public Library invites Icon viewers to join its discussion of  Markus Zusak's "The Book Thief." The discussion takes place at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 4, in the library.

Here's a brief outline of the plot:

 

"It’s just a small story really, about among other things: a girl, some words, an accordionist, some fanatical Germans, a Jewish fist-fighter, and quite a lot of thievery. . . .

Set during World War II in Germany, Markus Zusak’s groundbreaking new novel is the story of Liesel Meminger, a foster girl living outside of Munich.

Buy Local First Hardin County Spring Scavenger Hunt

The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance is partnering with 29 local businesses and sponsors to kick off a Buy Local First Hardin County Spring Scavenger Hunt.

The Scavenger Hunt run now through June 3. The Buy Local First Hardin County campaign is a way to educate the community on the benefits of Buying Local. This scavenger hunt is your opportunity to check out and support not only the businesses participating in the hunt, but also all the local businesses in Hardin County.

Mums the word on the Ohio Northern University campus this summer.

Darwin Wilmot Hauenstein, 100, formerly of Allen County died March 25, 2013, at his daughter's home in Descanso, Calif.

He was born in Allen County, Jackson Township, on Dec. 20, 1912, to Lewis C. and Jennie Mae (Stober) Hauenstein.

It's Ohio Northern University alumni weekend. Here is the schedule of events from the ONU website.

Friday, May 31

Noon
Alumni Reunion Luncheon (McIntosh Center, first floor - Activities Room) Dress - casual

1-6 p.m.
Registration (McIntosh Center, Main Lobby) Upon arrival to campus, have no worries - as long as you can find McIntosh Center, our friendly staff and students will help take care of the rest. Please use the registration area for any questions you may have about anything related to the weekend. We are here to help make this weekend memorable and enjoyable for you.

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