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BVHS names Sandhir as Chief Medical Officer

Posted by Staff on Saturday, August 3, 2024

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has announced that Bihu Sandhir, MD, will become the organization’s Chief Medical Officer in October, after a national search led by an interview panel of BVHS physicians and advanced practice providers.

Dr. Sandhir has spent nearly 25 years in Ohio, spanning Medical Director roles with Kettering Physician Network in Dayton and with Premier Health. 

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August 10 Farmers & Merchants Picnic packs the park with fun

Posted by Paula Scott on Friday, August 2, 2024

The 2024 Ada Farmers & Merchants Picnic is Saturday, August 10 at War Memorial Park. Started in 1913, this Ada tradition is sustained by volunteers and a non-profit organization. Funds raised in 2023 were used to improve the park by upgrading the three back ball diamonds with brick dust and sponsor the Pride of Ada Fireworks.

The following activities are highlighted on the Farmers & Merchants Picnic Facebook page, which also lists hourly and end of day prize drawings and vendors.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

  • Vendor Alley: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Vendor Alley: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Horse Show - 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Train Rides - 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Wandering Balloon Twister - 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m
  • Entertainment - 10:3 0 .a.m-5:00 p.m at the Band Shelter
  • Exotic Petting Zoo: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Bingo - 12:30 p.m. at Shelter House #1
  • Greased Pigs - Register from 11:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Starts at 4:00 p.m. $5 Entry fee. At ball diamond #2
  • Basketball Tournament: Register from 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Starts at 12:00 $30 per team.  At basketball courts
  • Wack a Wreck: Get the chance to have some fun and wack-smash-wrech a beat up car.  Admission is $5 for 2 minutes of smashing.
  • Pony Rides -  3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. $5 per ride at Ball Diamond #1.
  • Truck & Tractor Pulls -  6:30 p.m. $10 entry fee. Seniors/Vets/Kids under 12 are free.
  • Main Prizes announced at 6:00 p.m.

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AHS senior banner distribution on August 2

Posted by Staff on Friday, August 2, 2024

On Friday, August 2 at 6:00 p.m., banners of Ada High School seniors that were displayed on Main Street will be in a tub at the entrance of the Ada Alumni Soccer game at War Memorial Park.

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August 2024 calendar of events at Wings Support & Recovery

Posted by Staff on Friday, August 2, 2024

The August calendar for Wings Support & Recovery in Kenton includes making Lego flowers and mosaics.

The Kenton Branch at 111 E. Columbus has extended hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

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August 9 Party on the Ball Field

Posted by Paula Scott on Friday, August 2, 2024

The 111th Annual Farmers and Merchants Picnic will kick off with a Party on the Ball Field on Friday, August 9. The evening includes: 6:00 p.m. Guitars 4 Vets Band "AWOL," 8:00-11:00 p.m. Shifferly Road Band, along with food trucks, dunk tank and a Veterans Wall. Admission is for 21 and older; $5 for a wrist band and $5 beers.

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Children's auditions for Holiday Spectacular, Sept 8

Posted by Staff on Friday, August 2, 2024

Ohio Northern University has announced children’s auditions for the 2024 Holiday Spectacular musical extravaganza.

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