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Icons to feature new streamlined design 

By Paula Pyzik Scott

During the weekend of November 9-10 the Bluffton Icon will transition to a new streamlined, 2-column design. During that window of opportunity, we’ll also be on an extended Veteran’s Day weekend holiday with content for both websites on pause except for breaking news, including sports.

The design includes several new features:

ONU dedicates new visitor bleachers at Dial-Roberson Stadium

Ohio Northern University dedicated new state-of-the-art bleachers at Dial-Roberson Stadium on November 2, 2024. The bleachers, gifted by alumnus Ted Stambaugh, BS ’77, add nearly 500 seats to the stadium, more than doubling the capacity on the visitor side.

“We are extremely grateful for Ted Stambaugh’s generosity and support,” said ONU President Melissa Baumann, Ph.D. “Completing the visitor side seating takes Dial-Roberson stadium to the next level and will benefit generations of student athletes and fans.”

November 2024 Ada Public Library calendar

The Ada Public Library calendar for November services and activities is above (click to enlarge), on the library website HERE and individual items have been added to our community calendar HERE!

Fatal accident near SR 68 and TR 114 in Pleasant Township

At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Monday, November 4, the Hardin County Central Dispatch Center received several calls about a car accident in the area of State Route 68 and Township Road 114, in Pleasant Township.

A gold Chrysler Pacifica driven by Lee Newman of Dunkirk was traveling Northbound when it went of the left side of the roadway and struck a tree. James Hagenbuch, of Findlay, the front passenger in the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene by Dr. Fritz of the Hardin County Coroner’s Office.

A backseat passenger, Douglas Inmon of Dunkirk ,was transported to Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus by Careflight with suspected serious injuries.

Ohio Youth Resilience Collaboration focus group, November 12

9:00 - 10:30 a.m., Nov. 12, 1021 W. Lima St., Suite 103, Kenton.

Parents and guardians of children ages 12-18 are invited to a Tuesday, November 12 focus group hosted by the Hardin County OSU Extension and Center for HOPES.

Organizers for this Ohio Youth Resilience Collaborative (OYRC) focus group are seeking individuals who are interested in sharing their thoughts on youth substance use resources in Hardin County.

The event is open to the first 10 people who register. Food will be provided and participants will receive a $50 gift card.

General Election, November 5, 2024

Tuesday, November 5 is general election day in the United States. The polls are open from 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Visit www.boe.ohio.gov/hardin for more information.

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