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Busy Special Election day at the polls

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, August 9, 2023

The August 8 Special Election had a higher than expected turnout across the state of Ohio. The unofficial results, with a total of 3,059,440 votes cast, are a rejection of State Issue 1 “Elevating the Standards to Qualify for an Initiated Constitutional Amendment and to Pass a Constitutional Amendment.” Votes reported by the Ohio Secretary of State are:

YES - 1,315,346 - 42.99%
NO - 1,744,094 - 57.01%

Hardin County reported 5,732 votes cast as follows:

YES - 3,634
NO - 2,098    

These election results are unofficial, and properly postmarked absentee ballots received by the deadline established by state law may be counted.

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United Way social at the Inn at ONU, August 11

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Door prizes and a United Way specialty drink created by the Inn at ONU are some of the attractions at the Friday, August 11 Summer Social. Drop in from 5:00-8:00 p.m.to meet and socialize with supporters of the United Way of Hardin County.

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Bulldog golfers tee off season at 4-team match

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, August 8, 2023

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School boys golf team opened its 2023 season with a four-team Northwest Conference match at the Bluffton Golf Course Monday, August 7.

Bluffton finished first with 184 strokes, followed by Leipsic at 191. Spencerville totaled 193 shots, with Ada fourth at 229.

Ada’s Jack Baumgartner and Brody Rister each shot a 53 to pace the Bulldogs.

Ada’s Ethan Lawrence contributed a 60. Sam Crawford carded a 63 to round out the Ada scorers. 

Lawson Klingler added a round of 68.

Brevin Brandt of Leipsic was match medalist with a nine-hole score of 39.

Ada is back in action at the Bluffton course vs. the Pirates Thursday at 4:15 p.m.

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Special Election Day, August 8

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, August 8, 2023

A proposed Ohio constitutional amendment shall be submitted to voters at a special election on August 8, 2023. Polls are open from 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. For more information, visit the Hardin County Board of Elections at https://www.boe.ohio.gov/hardin/

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Exploring water prices in Ada and the region

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, August 8, 2023

By Paula Scott

Water seems like it ought to be an equal opportunity resource. You turn on the tap and use as much as you need, right? Ohio water prices are among the lowest in the country, but they vary greatly from town to town. You may hear complaints about the high cost of water in Ada, but compared to what? And why does our water cost what it does?

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Family Fishing in Findlay, August 17

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, August 8, 2023

FINDLAY— Get out in the parks and go fishing as a family. Learn about the basics of fishing by trying to catch some fish that live in Giertz Lake. All skill levels are welcome. A fishing pole will be provided or bring your own. Corn and hotdogs will be available for bait or bring your own lucky lure!

All participants who are 16 years of age or older will need a valid Ohio Fishing License.

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