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Hardin Memorial Hospital-Kenton implements temperature screening

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, March 23, 2020

Because of the evolving situation surrounding COVID-19, Hardin Memorial Hospital-Kenton (OhioHealth) launched a temperature screening process Monday, March 23, at 5 p.m.

Screening stations will be put in place at all entrances. 

All OhioHealth associates, care providers, patients and those visitors (who fall under exceptions, i.e., end of life situations) coming into an OhioHealth care site will be required to have their temperature taken as part of the COVID-19 screening process. 

If the temperature is above 100 degrees, that person will not be allowed to enter the building.·

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Want so good clean detergent?

Look no further than the Ada Music Boosters
Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, March 23, 2020

Back by popular demand the Ada Music Boosters are kicking off their Good Clean Fundraising Laundry Detergent and Fabric Softener Fundraiser.  Proceeds will be used to help fund all Ada music programs. 

The detergent sale features detergent, fabric softener, and dish soap packaged in a 5-gallon bucket with a pump for easy dispensing. These are high-quality private label products not affiliated with big name brands.  

According to the Boosters, they are also selling Pod-Packs of detergent (180 count) and diswasher soap (200 count). All products sell for $45. The detergent and fabric softeners are available in a variety of scents. 

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All school offices are now closed to outside visitors

Here's this week's school meal delivery schedule
Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, March 23, 2020

Community Update March 23, 2020

Because of the Governor’s order yesterday, a few things will be different at Ada Schools, including the days and times of meal deliveries.

Please read this update carefully.

As always, if you have any questions, you can email your child’s teacher, your principal, or your superintendent.

You can also call 419-634-6421. If that line is not answered directly, follow prompts to reach the CENTRAL OFFICE. Our staff gets an email when you leave a message on that line, and we will follow up or transfer your message to the right staff member.

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Ada schools touches base with the community

Central office remains open - 419-634-6421
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, March 22, 2020

Ada school community update March 20
As we come to the end of the first week of our “new normal,” home-based instruction and settle in for the next two (at minimum), we wanted to touch base with you on how to get help and assistance, even if the Central office is closed.

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Bluffton Hospital opens triage and testing center

Efforts of Bluffton emergency services, village staff, and a local ad-hoc group 
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, March 22, 2020

FROM BLUFFTON ICON - Thanks to the efforts of Bluffton emergency services, village staff, and a local ad-hoc group working behind the scenes with Bluffton Hospital, Bluffton will have a COVID-19 triage and testing center. 

It will open Monday morning, March 23. 

Dr. William Kose, Blanchard Valley Health System medical officer, explained details to the Icon:

• A “triage and testing center,” established by Blanchard Valley Health System, will operate in a tented area outside Bluffton Hospital. 

• Persons who believe they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 may call 419-369-2399  for a phone pre-screen conversation with a registered nurse.

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Roundabouts chosen for SR 309 at Thayer and Napoleon roads

Intersection projects to move forward with recommended alternatives
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, March 22, 2020

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 1 has chosen single-lane roundabout designs to improve the safety of two intersections on state Route 309 east of Lima.

During a public meeting in January, roundabouts were the recommended alternative presented for the intersections of state Route 309 at Thayer Road and state Route 309 at Napoleon Road.

The decision was made after ODOT and its consultant, Jacobs Engineering Group of Cincinnati, gathered feedback on the alternatives during stakeholder meetings and a public meeting.

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