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On Wednesday, July 16 the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce and Ada Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) will update members on activities and opportunities. The chamber meets at 8:30 a.m. at the Ada Public Library and the CIC meets at the Depot at 12:00 noon. More Icon calendar items are HERE.

Join us in welcoming Luvu A Latte, 851 State Route 103 (near I-75) as a Bluffton Icon and Ada Icon advertiser on our menu pages:

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This drive-thru coffee shop is owned by Lisa Rains and serves gourmet coffee imported from Kauai, Hawaii, non-coffee drinks and fresh daily donuts—as well as deli sandwiches, chips, soups and homemade macaroni and cheese, breakfast sandwiches and french toast.

The Hardin County Historical Museums are hosting Back in Time at the Barn, a WW II living history event on Saturday, July 12 with World War II photos, replacement depot and poppy pin craft all day.

  • Grounds Open at 10:00
  • Weapons Demonstration at 11:00
  • Weapons Demonstration at 2:00
  • Grounds Closed at 4:00

Ever wondered who took photos during World War II? Come find out at Back in Time at the Barn on the 12th!

The Barn will host Joe Bookout, who will be portraying the 165th Signal Photographic Company.

Helen Ruth Doak Wilson, age 96, of Ada, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at home, surrounded by her family. 

She was born on March 1, 1929 in Carnegie, Pennsylvania to the late E.D. and Bessie (Foster) Doak.  Helen was previously married to W.T. “Buzz” Wilson. 

Helen is survived by her three daughters: Maria Sparks of Johnstown, Ellie Laubis of Ada and Judith Camden of Columbus; two grandchildren: Deanna Laubis and Jared Camden; and two nephews: Foster (Pat) Doak and Dennis Doak.          

She was preceded in death by her son, David Todd Wilson; and brother, Foster Doak. 

JUNE 9 MEDIA RELEASE__On Saturday, July 19 at the Marathon Center for Performing Arts in Findlay, a free creative writing workshop will focus on genre fiction: Science-Fiction/Speculative Fiction, Fantasy and Romance--among others.

This workshop is a free in-person event and open to all writers High School age and older.

SCHEDULE

  • Morning: Craft talks with Writing Prompts
  • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Lunch on own in downtown Findlay, with time for writing.
  • Afternoon: Facilitated small-group workshops, followed by an open mic

For more information or to register, contact Dave Essinger, [email protected].

The Blanchard Valley Health System Board of Trustees nominated new Board and Committee members at the recent annual meeting. As community leaders, BVHS Board and Committee members bring valuable insight and leadership that help ensure the organization continues to provide high-quality care, strategically plan for the future, and uphold its mission of "Caring for a lifetime." 

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