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Midwest Regional ESC Preschool Screening dates announced

Posted by Paula Scott on Thursday, January 16, 2025

Screening for 2025-2026 Midwest Regional Educational Service Center preschool classes will take place as follows:

February 28 - Hardin Northern Preschool, 11589 State Route 81, Dunkirk

March 6 - Ridgemont Preschool 560 W. Taylor St. Mt. Victory

March 10 - Upper Scioto Valley Preschool, Fieldhouse, 510 Courtright St. McGuffey

If you have a child that will be age 3 in the upcoming school year up to age 5, call to schedule an appointment for screening. 937-599-5195 ext. 3020 or email Nichole Myers at: [email protected]

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Linda Lou LaRue worked for the O-K Factory and the Ada Schools

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Linda Lou LaRue, age 72, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada.  

She was born on July 9, 1952 in Foraker, Ohio to the late Franzel and Virgie (Prater) Castle.  On January 14, 1973 Linda married Robert “Butch” LaRue and he survives in Ada. 

Also surviving is her son, Robert “Chip” (Stacie) LaRue, Jr. of Mt. Victory; a grandson, Hunter LaRue; a brother, Frank Castle of Alger; and five sisters: Mary Simon of Ada, Betty Warmbrod of Kenton, Charlene (Doug) Karfit of Ada, Thelma Smith of Belle Center and Lisa Castle of Weekie Wachee, FL. 

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Obituary for Donna Ruth (Hadley) Gisondi

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Donna Ruth (Hadley) Gisondi, age 88, of Bluffton, Ohio passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 29, 1936 she was the daughter of Donald and Margaret Hadley who resided in Waynesville, Ohio. On April 14, 1956 she married James (Jim) David Markley and moved to Lebanon, Ohio where together they would raise their family. James preceded her in death in April of 2000.  

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ONU to host RxPLORE Day, February 17

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

The Ohio Northern University Rudolph H. Raabe College of Pharmacy will host RxPLORE Day on February 17. Students enjoy a free morning of small group activities with Pharmacy faculty and students in ONU classrooms and labs.

Attendees learn about career pathways in Pharmacy and how the ONU program prepares its graduates to be leaders in the profession.

For details and registration, visit bit.ly/404PQSH

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Lima Symphony awarded $10K grant for "Found Sound" program

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

LIMA __The Lima Symphony Orchestra (LSO) has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Challenge America award of $10,000. This generous grant will support the orchestra’s upcoming educational initiative, Found Sound Around the World.

A six-week educational program led by Dr. Sarah Waters, Found Sound Around the World is designed to introduce students to world music through drumming and cultural exploration. Participants will create instruments from found objects and learn about the histories, cultures, and arts of Africa, the Caribbean, China, and Native American tribes.

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Purchase Hardin Co. dog tags by January 31

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Reminder from the Hardin County Sheriff: Time is running out to purchase 2025 dog tags The last day to purchase tags without a penalty is January 31. The cost is $20 per tag; after January 31, the cost is $40 per tag.

Tags may also be purchased on-line via the Auditor's website at: www.co.hardin.oh.us or www.doglicenses.us/OH/Hardin/

Tags may be purchased at the Hardin County Auditor's Office in the Courthouse and the Hardin County Dog Shelter/Dog Warden's Office at the Hardin County Dog Shelter, 49 Jones Rd. Kenton.

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