“Snow shoveling is one of those things that no one likes to do, but most of us have to do – living here in Northwest Ohio”, says Wanda Dean, MSPT and owner of Northwest Physical Therapy.
“What often accompanies this chore is the aching back and the heating pad, making the rest of your day miserable.” Dean adds, “There are some things we can all do to prevent injury and make snow shoveling a chore that doesn’t have to cause pain.”
Here are some tips to keep you healthy and pain-free this winter while shoveling snow:
Birchaven Village, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS), has been named to the list of Best Nursing Homes 2018-19 by U.S. News & World Report. This is the fourth time Birchaven has been named to this prestigious list.
“We are committed to providing high quality and compassionate care for all of our residents,” said Bridgett Mundy, administrator of Birchaven Village and Independence House. “This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our entire care team.”
Note: Paul Logsdon researched Ada’s reaction to the end of World War I, which occurred 100 years ago this week.
By Paul Logsdon. ONU archivist emeritus
At 4:30 a.m. the citizens of Ada were awakened by the continuous whistle of a freight train as it sped through the village. The blast began far to the west of Ada and continued thru town and on to the East.
Everyone knew that WWI had ended, and soon the town fire bell, the university’s bell and church bells throughout Ada were sounding.
Tori Wyss of Ada joins the ONU women’s basketball team again this year as a senior. The first home game at King-Horn will be at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, against Defiance.
Overview: Tori has started 27 contests and appeared in 72 career games, averaging 15.1 minutes per game ... Ranks fourth all-time at ONU with a .833 free throw percentage ... Has averaged 2.4 points per game and 3.3 rebounds per game through three seasons ...She has career-highs of 14 points and nine rebounds.
Here's a suggestion to get into the Christmas spirit. Visit New Leaf Lawn and Garden Center and view its holiday decorations. You'll find great ideas for your own decorating. CLICK HERE for a video sampler of New Leaf's decorations.
For 32 years, the residents of Bluffton have held a celebration known as the Blaze of Lights, which includes a holiday parade, live entertainment, festive family activities, and the lighting of the Ream folk art display.
This year, the event is on Saturday, Nov. 24, when thousands of people will come to enjoy a warm, homestyle Christmas celebration.
"You know when the OSU football game is over," notes chamber CEO Paula Scott; "Suddenly, Main Street is swarmed with people exploring and finding their spots for the parade. It's a great place to meet family and friends.”
