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On a bonus writing lecture

Posted by Staff on Sunday, June 12, 2022

By Craig Hoffman
Blogger at Grey, Grizzled and Gaijin

Editor's note: The new Ada Icon editor is just getting to know Craig Hoffman and perhaps some of our readers are, too. Craig graduated from Ada High School in 1994 and has been on the pages of the Icons since 2014. He lives in and blogs from Japan. In this installment, Craig has some advice for aspiring novelists.

We had a couple of days off from our regular gig in the salt mines, so we thought we would address a recent Grey, Grizzled, and Gaijin mailbag question that came in to us.

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Stay tuned for Park in the Park results

Posted by Paula Scott on Saturday, June 11, 2022

A stroll through Ada's War Memorial Park on Saturday afternoon was a treat for car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts during the 3rd annual VFW Park in the Park car show. Stay tuned for results and additional photos on the Icon.

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Nicholaus Dyer was a tattoo artist

Posted by Staff on Saturday, June 11, 2022

Nicholaus Edwin Arthur Dyer, age 39, of Dola, passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay, 

He was born on January 17, 1983, in Kenton, Ohio to Terry and Sandra (Campbell) Dyer. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Dola. On October 14, 2017, Nicholaus married Jaime Bilimek and she survives in Alger.

Nicholaus is also survived by his daughter, Nora Dyer of Columbus; a sister, Lucinda (Josh) Ulrey of Ada; and a nephew and niece: Logan Sturgill and Victoria Sturgill both of Ada. 

He was preceded in death by his sister, Lana Dyer, and his dog, Eva.

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Photo-story: Ada Gators dive into outdoor swim season vs. Bluffton

Posted by Staff on Saturday, June 11, 2022

Photos and story by Cort Reynolds

The Ada-Lost Creek Gator swim team opened the 2022 summer season at home against Bluffton’s Sardines in a West Ohio Aquatic League dual meet on Thursday night, June 9 at the Ada Municipal Pool.

Bluffton won the meet 465-274, the combined boys-girls team scores. The boys balance was 235-153, while the girls scores were 230-121.

Ada's Lily Baumgartner (15-18 age bracket) and Olivia Aggozino (9-10) paced the Ada girls with three individual race wins apiece.

Ada's Landon Stahler (15-18 boys) also touched first in three races for the Gator boys.

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Weekend Doctor: Monkeypox

Posted by Staff on Saturday, June 11, 2022

By William Kose, MD, JD
Vice President of Special Projects – Blanchard Valley Health System

Just when we think we are turning the corner on COVID-19, despite its numerous variants, another infection is causing headlines. Monkeypox … what is it? Where did it come from? How does it spread? Do I need to be worried?

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Boots and Buckles 4-H report

Posted by Staff on Saturday, June 11, 2022

By Jadalyn Worthington

Meeting was called to order by President Chloe Anderson. Club said the Pledge of Allegiance led by Wyatt James and the 4-H pledge led by Callie Schwemer. 

Next was roll call with answering “What is your favorite project?” 

The minutes from the last meeting were read by secretary Josie Schwemer. Treasurer’s report was then given by treasure Issac Anderson.

Old business: Stall signs. For anyone who wants to buy an extra sign, they are $10 each.

New Business and Demonstrations:

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