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Ohio primary election extended to April 28

The Ohio primary election originally set for March 17 is extended and the State of Ohio accepts ballots until Tuesday, April 28, according to the Ohio Secretary of State's office.

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Ada Music Boosters ready to take your orders now

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. 

U.S. 68 resurfacing between the city of Findlay in Hancock County and the city of Kenton in Hardin County, excluding the villages of Arlington and Dunkirk will begin Monday, March 30. Traffic will be maintained through the work zone. Complete in fall 2020.

Beginning Monday, March 30, traffic will be restricted to one lane through the work zone for the installation of signs followed by pavement marking and striping removal.

U.S. 68, one mile south of Dunkirk, is expected to open Friday, March 27, following a culvert replacement.

And, affects school testing, tax filing deadline, and scholarships

Coronavirus-Response Package Signed Into Law

 Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 197, cosponsored by State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari (R-Perrysburg), into law Friday.

The legislation addresses a variety of challenges and impacts to state law as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The emergency legislation passed under House Bill 197 addressed many issues, including:

- Testing & Accountability – Eliminates state-mandated K-12 student assessments for the 2019-20 school year.

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