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October 2023 at the Ada Public Library

Check out October highlights and the whole Ada Public Library calendar  for the upcoming month (attached HERE):

● New: Homeschool book group, October 11 and 18

● Fred Steiner will talk about ghost stories from Ada and Bluffton on October 18

● Pumpkin decorating on Oct. 7 at War Memorial Park, Shelter House #8 from 11 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

● Officer Penny is back for Bingo on Wednesday, October 4 at 7 p.m. 

● New staff member Keri Spencer will lead Storytime on October 10 at 6 p.m. and October 11 at 11:00 a.m.

Citizens Wealth Management Group to host Social Security seminars

RSVP by October 6

Citizens Wealth Management Group (CWMG) is hosting a series of seminars regarding Social Security. During this presentation, many common questions regarding when to take it and how to structure your retirement will be addressed. It will be very informative and helpful for anyone considering their retirement goals.

These free presentations will each provide light refreshments. To RSVP call 419-358-0937 or email [email protected] by October 6, 2023.

Tom Owen McCalla worked for Ford Motor Company

Tom Owen McCalla, age 81, of Harrod, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at his residence, surrounded by his family. 

He was born on July 4, 1942, in Belle Center, Ohio to the late Hubert and Evelyn (Spencer) McCalla. On December 21, 1975 Tom married Emma Jean Shepherd and she survives in Harrod.

Bulldog football shuts out Jefferson

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School football team got back on the winning track by shutting out host Delphos Jefferson 28-0 in a Northwest Conference blowout Friday night, September 29.

The Bulldogs raced to a 21-0 halftime lead and cruised to the convincing road victory as the defense recorded its first shutout in six seasons.

Ada improved to 3-4 overall and 1-3 in the NWC with their initial league win. 

Struggling DJ dropped to 0-7 overall and 0-4 in the NWC after the defeat.

Ada Mayoral Forum hosted by Ada Lions and ONU Institute for Civics and Public Policy

Ohio Northern’s Institute for Civics and Public Policy (ICAPP) is pleased to partner with the Ada Lions Club to host a community forum to hear from Ada’s mayoral candidates, David Retterer and Howard Fenton.

The event will take place from 7:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 4 in the Dicke Forum on Ohio Northern’s campus.  

Members of the community are encouraged to attend.

Weekend Doctor: Wellness checks

By Ashley O’Flaherty, CMA 
Supervisor, Blanchard Valley Medical Practices

It is important to have an annual wellness exam to maintain your overall health and to discuss preventative services you may need based on your age and condition. A wellness exam is important for both your mental and physical health and will help you reach your health goals. 

A lot can change in a year, so it is essential your healthcare provider has your medical records up to date. This is also a good time for you to reconnect with your provider and the provider to reconnect with you. 

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