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Water! Who cares!

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 24, 2016

The water's cold, but it's loads of fun when you slip and slide at Ada War Memorial Park. ReStore sponsors a free pizza meal and water games at the park from noon to 1 p.m. each Friday all summer long. Everyone is welcome. (Monty Siekerman photo)

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The coffee was good and the conversation great

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 24, 2016

By Monty Siekerman

Police Chief Michael Harnishfeger termed Coffee with a Cop on Thursday a success.

There will be more informal chat sessions in various locations in the future, he said.

About 40 people stopped to talk with the officers at McDonald's, both local residents and people passing through town.

Here, Robert Simmons pats K9 Jaeger (which means "hunter" in German) with Chief Harnishfeger (left) and handler Matt Purdy (right).

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Young's Ice Cream Charity Bike Tour stops overnight here July 16

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, June 24, 2016

Bikers are coming to Ada on Saturday and Sunday, July 16-17.

There could be as many as 300 – all on 10-speeds and similar varieties. Their arrival is part of the annual Young’s Ice Cream Charity Bike Tour, an 83-mile (one way) jaunt from Yellow Springs to Ada and return.

CLICK HERE to visit Young's website to learn more about the event.

The purpose of the ride – in addition to the exercise – is raise funds and awareness for Young’s charities. This year’s ride supports The Alzheimer’s Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, South Community Behavioral Healthcare and United Rehabilitation Services.

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Sliding into home plate

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, June 23, 2016

Summer in the park finds kids enjoying a slip and slide at Ada War Memorial Park. ReStore sponsors a free meal and activities from noon to 1 p.m. at the park all summer long. Everyone is welcome. (Monty Siekerman photo)

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Jumbo Junior Farmers 4-H Club hears about 4-wheeler safety

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Jumbo Junior Farmers 4-H Club met on June 13, 2016 for their fifth meeting of the year.  The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alexa Lowry followed by the 4-H Pledge led by Chance Taylor.  Roll call was answered with favorite summer activity by 13 members with 3 advisors and 2 parents/guests present.

Kevin Smith, Safety Officer gave a report on how to be safe on a 4-Wheeler.  He said to wear a helmet, wear pants to protect from thorns and bugs, and drive safely.

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Ada Rotary selling 55-gallon drums

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Ada Rotary Club has a 55-gallon drum sale underway this summer.

The drums are great for storage or placing yard waste. Drums are $10 each with an additional $5 for lid and ring assembly.

Delivery is available in the Ada area by arrangement. Payment is due upon delivery.

Contact Rich Meininger at 419-634-2642 to place your order, or use the order form attachment and send with your payment to:
Rich Meininger
2230 State Route 81
Ada, OH 45810
 

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