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Allen County Sheriff's Office asks for help finding victims

Hello Everyone,

Yesterday (7-21-2022) it was brought to the attention of this office that multiple concerning allegations were recently made on social media regarding a local Teens for Christ branch and a few of its members. A letter was also found online that made serious allegations against a resident(s) of Allen County, Ohio.

Through our research we have found that members of various groups and boards throughout the community affiliated with Teens for Christ locally were likely presented with similar allegations via a letter in recent weeks.

Brant provides Dobbs decision background and potential on The Journal

Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law law professor Joanne Brant, JD, recently appeared on the half-hour BGSU-TV program The Journal with host Steve Kendall. Brant and Kendall discuss the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in favor of the state of Mississippi in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which has returned jurisdiction of abortion to the states.

Hardin County Fair is September 6-11

The Hardin County Fair, to be held September 6-11, provides 111 pages of information about the 2022 fair in the fair book HERE.

  • Junior Fair Entries Close July 31
  • Open Class Entries: August 1 - 26

Ada residents and groups with entries can send information to the Icon at [email protected].

He can name--and play--that tune

Can you name this piano player? On July 20, Dean Altstaetter entertained members of the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce with his musical talents and knowledge. You'll find our report HERE.

Lima Memorial Health System requires masks at all facilities

On July 22, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined Allen County is at a HIGH community risk for transmission of COVID-19.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Lima Memorial Health System will follow CDC guidance and require all patients, visitors, associates and vendors to wear a mask while indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Universal masking will be required at all Lima Memorial facilities, effective immediately Friday, July 22.

Lima Memorial will continually evaluate its safety measures and update them in accordance with COVID-19 guidance.

Beatitudes back-to-school special ends July 31

With the start of school, fall sports and the Hardin County Fair on the horizon, the last week of July is a great time for getting our ducks in a row.

Beatitudes community center and thrift store, 210 N. Main, Ada, will hold its Back to School Special through July 31: the $6 Bag Sale on all clothing.

Hours of operation:

 

Monday: CLOSED

Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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