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Something every day in Ada during April and May; and here's the schedule

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, April 3, 2016

What's happening in Ada in April and May?

You'll find it listed in the Ada Icon Hometown Happenings calendar, compiled by Darlene Bowers.

A printer-friendly copy of Hometown Happenings is an attachment at the bottom of this story.

The calendar includes events involving:
• Ada community
• Ada schools
• Ohio Northern University
• The Freed Center
• The Inn at ONU
• Public meetings
• Ada village services schedule

Information provided for “Hometown Happenings” is gathered from Ada websites and event submissions made to The Ada Icon.

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The answer to the Qs: What's the meaning of the blue, green and yellow flags and paint?

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, April 1, 2016

Story and photos by Ken Collins
Ada service department employee Rob Mix spent Friday locating water services in preparation for upcoming storm sewer improvements in Ada this spring.

MORE PHOTOS BELOW -

Mix then marked each spot with blue paint and/or blue flags, color-coded to indicate "water." 

Green flags and paint indicate "sewer," while yellow indicates "gas."

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Maybe you should watch the birdie

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 31, 2016

When you were young, photographers often told you to "watch the birdie." With a flock of vultures coasting the skies above Ada, perhaps it's better to keep an eye on this one flying overhead. (Ken Collins photo)

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Ada grain farmers year will be challenging

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, March 31, 2016

By Ed Lentz – OSU Extension, Hancock County
Grain farmers will have a challenging year in 2016 according to most forecasts. A large 2015 crop and weak world demand for grain has diminished the chance of significant increases in grain prices for the short term.

Farmers will try to reduce costs, but in many situations not enough reduction to offset low grain prices. Thus profit margins may be tight in the coming year.

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Ada grade cards going home April 1 (no fooling)

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Loyts of events take place at Ada Schools this month. Here's an update from the school website.

DATES TO REMEMBER:
April 1 - Grade cards sent home in homeroom at end of day
April 1 - Seniors - All Ada Local Scholarship Applications Due

DRAMA CLUB: is looking for extra’s and set crew for the high school play. A lighting board operator and sound board operator are also needed. Anyone interested should see Peg. Gordon, Amy Stover or Alissa Schlacter.

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Ada Music Boosters fundraiser has something for you

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Back by popular demand, the Ada Music Boosters are kicking off a spring fundraisers to help raise $5,000.

The funds will be used to hire a choreographer for Varsity Singers, as well as to fund travel expenses and a replacement trailer for use by all music groups.  The detergent sale is designed to help you save money on things you normally buy anyway!

The detergent sale features several varieties of detergents and fabric softeners, including those formulated for high efficiency washing machines. 

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