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Ada Ham radio operators have a field day

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, June 26, 2016

Story and photos by Ken Collins

Ada area ham radio operators were among members of the Kenton Amateur Radio Club who participated in Field Day 2016 Saturday and Sunday.

CHECK THE PHOTOS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY -

The annual Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) 24-hour event involves both a contest aspect and a test of ham radio operators' preparedness to provide essential communications when disasters strike.  Amateur radio clubs nationwide participate.

Working with first responders in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and other crises, ham radio has often provided emergency communications when other systems have failed.

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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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