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ODOT preparing for winter storm

A winter storm is looming, looking to disrupt travel for the Christmas holiday.

Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) crews in District 1 and District 2, which includes 16 counties throughout northwest Ohio, are preparing by checking trucks and all equipment; and organizing full-time, auxiliary, and seasonal employees to prepare them to begin 12-hour shifts when needed.

Based on predictions by our meteorology partners, ODOT is preparing its plow operators for the following:

A winter storm watch remains in effect for Thursday night through Saturday, with a brief and light wintry mix possible early Thursday before turning to rain.

December board of education meeting summary

Lance Dearth hired as Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor

The December 15 meeting of the Ada Schools Board of Education was attended by elected officials Ron Fleming, Matt Gossman, Ted Griffith and Steve Ramey. President Amy Mullins was absent; Mr. Gossman conducted the meeting.

The session began with an executive session of approximately 15 minutes to discuss employment matters. Links for agenda and treasurer’s report.

The meeting was attended by the Icon and the Kenton Times, as well as by Lance Dearth and family. Dearth was hired as the new Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor.

NEW BUSINESS
The board approved updated policies as presented by the Board Policy Committee. Topics are listed here. The Icon has requested a copy of this document.

  • Weapons
  • Adoption of Courses of Study
  • Career Advising
  • District Sponsored Clubs and Activities
  • Interscholastic Athletics
  • Employment of Personnel for Co-Curricular/Extra-Curricular Activities
  • Eligibility of Resident/Non-Resident Students
  • Care of Students with Chronic Health Conditions
  • Care of Students with Diabetes
  • Diploma Deferral
  • Travel Payment & Reimbursement/Relocation costs
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Facility Security
  • Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
  • School Calendar
  • Personnel Files
  • Student Records
  • Transportation

Amy Mullins was appointed as President Pro-Tem for the January 12 reorganizational meeting.

AHS wrestlers win tri-match

By Cort Reynolds

Competing at home, the Ada High School boys wrestling team swept a three-team match with McComb and Bath Tuesday evening, December 20.

Ada beat McComb 54-12 and edged Bath 43-42 in a tiebreaker after Landon Simon won a clutch bout by pin in the final match to tie it up, 36-36.

After the Simon comeback win, the last two bouts were forfeited, with one win for each team. Ada won the dual team outcome via the tiebreaker criterion for having forfeited fewer matches.  

"It is always fun to wrestle at home and have more family and friends able to attend," said Ada coach Eric Perkins. "It really does change the energy level.

Simon rallied to win by pin in the last contested match vs. Bath with strong encouragement from the team and crowd.

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OSU Extension offices close between Christmas and New Year's

The Ohio State University Extension Office in Hardin County will be closed from Friday, December 23-Monday, January 2 for OSU’s winter academic break. 

OSU President, Kristina Johnson, announced that all university offices will be closed during winter break to show appreciation for employees and allow time for personal recharge and rest.

This closure includes all county Extension offices. OSU Extension Hardin County will resume regular hours on January 3.

ONU announces new Center for Corporate Engagement

ADA, Ohio - Ohio Northern University has launched the new Center for Corporate Engagement (CCE).

The center is designed to engage regional companies, organizations and individuals through “high-impact programs and services to enhance outcomes while contributing in a significant way to the mission of ONU.”

Jimmy Ray Morrison was a welder at Kenton Structural

Jimmy Ray Morrison, age 66, of Alger, passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022, at OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton.

He was born on August 11, 1956, to Kenton, Ohio to the late Harlin and Lola (Bailey) Morrison. On December 24, 1974, Jimmy married Mary Catherine Sietz, but later separated.  Long-time partner Cristina Smith survives at home.

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