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AmeriCorps Week is a great time to meet Max at the library

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

It's AmeriCorps Week and the Ada Public Library is in celebration mode.

"We are grateful for Max Gauthier, Guiding Ohio Online/AmeriCorps volunteers at the Ada Public Library," Amanda Bennett, library administrator, told The Icon.

"Max is available to help you with your tech needs from now until August, available between 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, and 2 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays. For an appointment for one-on-one help, call the library at 419-634-5246," she said.

Just some examples of what Max can do: Microsoft Office questions, assistance with job search and application, setting up a device for e-books, and many more things.

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Ohio artist exhibit in Elzay Gallery

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

Watercolor paintings by Ohio artist Christopher Leeper is now on display at the Elzay Gallery of Art at Ohio Northern University through April 3.  He has illustrated four children's books for the Smithsonian and the African Wildlife Foundation. His work has been featured in several books and publications, including The Artist's Magazine, American Artist and Ohio Magazine.  (From ONU Art Department Facebook)

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Two ONU athletes headed to DIII nationals and have regional honors

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

By Ashley Birchmeier

Two ONU sophomores were name Great Lakes Region athletes of the year on Wednesday. The two are Matt Molinaro and Emily Richards.

Matt Molinaro

Sophomore Matt Molinaro was named the Great Lakes Region Men's Track Athlete of the Year.

The sophomore is currently ranked seventh nationally in the 800-meter with a record breaking time of 1:52.64, breaking the previous record of 1:53.50 set at the All-Ohio meet by former Polar Bear Jimmy O'Brien.

Molinaro also won the 800-meter run at the Ohio Athletic Conference Indoor Championships, where he was named the OAC Distance Runner of the Year.

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It's a Mo Willems' Pigeon party Friday at the library

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

What are plans on Friday afternoon?

The Ada Public Library invites all Icon viewers to a program of Mo Willem's Pigeon inspired snacks and crafts.

The fun starts at 3:30 p.m. and its open to the public. 

Need to know more - click here.

 

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Virgie Warmbrod, 1922 - 2016

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

Virgie Warmbrod, age 93, died on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 3:17 AM at her residence in Alger.

She was born on March 19, 1922 in Hueysville, Floyd County, Kentucky to Dillard and Rosie (Vanderpool) Bailey who preceded her in death.   Virgie married Hager Justice on July 19, 1939 and he preceded her in death on February 20, 1971.   She later married Donald Warmbrod on July 29, 1972 and he preceded her in death on September 23, 1997.

Virgie was a homemaker.   She previously worked at the Ada Laundry for 4 years as well as the Oldaker Manufacturing Company in Dunkirk for 3 years. She attended the Presbyterian Church in Dola and Ada.

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Lugibihl Spray Service ready to help you with spring lawn-garden preparation

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 10, 2016

Lugibihl Spray Service, 6705 Tom Fett Road, Bluffton, announces its spring lawn and garden services, according to David Lugibihl, owner.

These includes:
• Round-up Quik Pro
• Lawn fertilizer with crabgrass control
• Lawn fertilizer with 2-4-D
• Fertilizer for lawns
• Garden fertilizer
• Lime and gypsum
• Spray for lawn weeds

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