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Trick or treat on the way

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

This is the month of Halloween with goblins and ghosts are already appearing in Ada yards. Here, Zander Kahler sits among ghosts at his folk's house, Glen and Tammie Brayshaw, at 500 Grand. The spooks were made of rebar, plastic sheeting, and shipping tape. Look for angels to appear there nearer Christmas. (Monty Siekerman photo)

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Things get crazy in Ada during homecoming week

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Things get crazy during homecoming week in Ada.

CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY.

First there's pajama day, then crazy hair and hat day. That's followed by twins day, formal dress day (can you believe that!). It all ends with spirit wear day.

The homecoming kickoff was a Sunday evening community pep rally at War Memorial Stadium. The Icon attended and shares these photos, taken by Monty Siekerman, with viewers:

• Pineapple upside down cakes were offered to pep rally goers. Eda Tanriverde, an exchange student from Turkey, displays desserts for those who have a sweet tooth.

• Ada High School flags perform.

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ONU remembers "Stretch" Roberson

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

This post is from the Ohio Northern Unversity Facebook.

The University is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Arden E. “Stretch” Roberson, BSEd ’49, H of F ’75, who passed away on Saturday evening, Oct. 3, 2015 at Richland Manor Nursing Home in Bluffton, Ohio.

A U.S. Navy Veteran, Roberson served in World War II from 1944-46 before graduating from Ohio Northern University in 1949 with a degree in health and physical education. He later earned a Master of Science in education from Kent State University.

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University of Findlay dedicates Catherine Freed Galleria Oct. 14

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will dedicate the Catherine Freed Galleria at 3 p.m. on Oct. 14 in the museum. The event will be open to the public. Those who are planning to attend are asked to call the museum in advance at (419) 434-4560.

The galleria will be an existing wall near the entrance that features a variety of artwork and corresponding books. The work displayed changes approximately every month to correspond with museum events, conferences and holidays, and to showcase newly acquired pieces.

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OAC names ONU senior as 2015 Distinguished Undergraduate Student

Posted by Mary Pannabecke... on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Ohio Northern University senior Hannah Peterson, a public relations major and communication studies and social media minor from Milford, Ohio, was recognized as the 2015 Distinguished Undergraduate Student at the annual Ohio Communications Association (OCA) Conference at the University of Dayton on Oct. 2.

Peterson was chosen for her outstanding service and commitment throughout her undergraduate studies and her demonstrated excellence in academics, student organizations and professional work.

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Garden club tours depot park

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 6, 2015

The Deep Roots Garden Club of Hardin County toured the Ada Railroad Depot Park on Monday evening. Gardener Monty Siekerman (left) spoke to the group about the garden history and its current collection of plants. The group later dined at Viva Maria's and held a business meeting.

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