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This column is as dull as warning you to exercise daily

But the kernel of truth hits the bull's eye - aimed at you Ada shopper
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

SPOILER ENDING
Skip the malls this weekend. Stay in town. Shop local.

IT GETS WORSE
Oh, come on, you’ve heard this before. It’s as dull as a warning to exercise daily or you’ll gain weight.

WEIGHT…WAIT, THAT’S THE PROBLEM
“We” are the problem with our small town if we don’t support our own businesses first.

MARK TWAIN WARNED US
It’s like the weather, says Mark Twain. “Everyone complains about it, but no one does anything about it.”

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Keith Durkin pursues research passion as guest editor of Behavioural Neurology journal

He’s an ONU professor of sociology
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Ohio Northern University professor of sociology Keith Durkin is pursuing his research passion as guest editor of an upcoming special issue of the journal Behavioural Neurology. In this issue, the link between criminology and neurodevelopment is closely examined, with the goal being to bridge the gap between experimental psychology and applied forensic mental health. 

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The Village gives thanks…

Without the help of many, Ada would not be what it is
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

This Thanksgiving, we are saying thank you to all those who volunteer and work hard to improve our community. Without the help of many, Ada would not be what it is.

Residents are served throughout the year by the volunteer work of the Ada Tree Commissioners, Planning Commissioners and Board of Zoning Appeals members. These individuals serve on the referenced commissions and boards on their own time, and continually work to improve the appearance and health of the community.

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School record 14 players named All-Ohio Athletic Conference in football

Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Tuesday, November 22, 2016

By Tim Glon

A school record 14 Ohio Northern players were named All-Ohio Athletic Conference in football for 2016 in voting conducted by the league's 10 head coaches.

Seniors Reed Allen (Whitehouse/Anthony Wayne), Scott Rapps (Bay Village/Bay) and Logan Ray (Van Wert), junior Zach Schmerge (Wapakoneta), sophomore Joe French (Elgin, Ill./St. Edward Central Catholic) and freshman Christiaan Williams (Sidney/Anna) were all selected as First Team honorees.

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Feet for Fines at the Ada Public Library

Posted by Rhett Grant on Monday, November 21, 2016

The Ada Public Library is pairing up with the FRIENDS of the Ada Public Library to gather much needed clothing items for the kiddos of Hardin Co.! Not only does a donation benefit, Helping Hands (a Hardin Co. charity), but also enables patrons to pay off library fines* at the same time!

1 pair of NEW kid’s shoes** = $5 worth of fines
1 pair NEW gloves = $5 worth of fines
1 new hat or scarf = $5 worth of fines
1 pair of NEW kid’s socks = $1 worth of fines

*Not eligible for lost book fees
**No flip flops, please

Feet for Fines runs November 21st — December 14th

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Hardin chamber accepting nominations for four awards

Recipients revealed at McIntosh Center in February
Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 21, 2016

The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance is accepting nominations for the 2016 Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year and Community Service Awards.
 
Anyone from Hardin County may be nominated to receive these honors. A panel of judges from Alliance members will make the final decision, and the recipients will be revealed Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, during the Alliance's annual meeting held at Ohio Northern University's McIntosh Center.
 
Selection of Citizen of the Year will be based upon an individual's outstanding achievements and contributions which have made Hardin County better.
 

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