June 2019

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Ada Public Library hosts Sensory Science this Friday, June 28, at 11 a.m. for ages 18 months to 5 years old. This program meets regularly to introduce simple, yet fun science concepts to kids and their caregivers.

This is part of the summer reading program. Attend the event and receive a ticket to win weekly prizes.

Proceeds go to Boots for Bulldogs

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County Line Church of the Brethren is hosting a Freedom Fest on Saturday, July 13, from noon to 6 p.m., including a chicken BBQ and free music. Bring your own seating for this free outdoor gospel concert, geared towards the whole family, including a free bouncy house to keep children entertained. The concert will be behind the church, located at 4227 N Hardin Road, Harrod.

Artists performing are:

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As part of the summer reading program, Ada Public Library hosts "Read and Relax" every Friday from 1-4 p.m. This is open to all ages. 

An alphabetical reference guide to a university located in Ada, Ohio

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O N U from A to Z.

Here's a clever way to provide a quick reference guide to Ohio Northern University. Not every university in the U.S. could pull this off. The Icon saw it on the ONU website.

A – Alumni: ONU’s alumni base is 32,000 strong and includes graduates from all 50 states and 63 countries. They provide support and ongoing opportunities for current and future students.

B – Balance: A positive student experience is all about balance. Here, we know the importance of pursuing your passions, whether it be music, art, Greek life, athletics or one of our more than 200 student organizations.

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One person died in a two-vehicle accident at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, on South Main Street (SR 31), Mt. Victory, according to the Hardin County Sheriff's office.

The sheriff's report follows:
At 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, the sheriff received a 911 call reporting a two vehicle crash on South Main, State Route 31, Mt. Victory.

Upon arrival, deputies found a south-bound commercial vehicle had collided with a north-bound passenger vehicle.

The driver of the commercial truck, Maurice Hale of Detroit, was not injured. The driver of the passenger car, Annie Li Yang of Lansing, Michigan, was deceased at the scene.

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Teens are invited to play board games together at Ada Public Library this Thursday, June 27, at 3 p.m. This activity is specifically geared towards sixth through twelfth graders, and will introduce modern board games, such as King of Tokyo, Sushi Go and Star Wars version of Risk (among others), to teens.

Attendees will receive a ticket to win prizes.

Proof that lots of little stories make one large story about business in a small town

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Ada business is on the move this summer.

Several little stories, when combined, make a larger story, showing that business  movement. Here’s some of the items mentioned at last week’s Ada Area Chamber of Commerce meeting relating to business in the community:

Jamie Hall, village administrator, announced that midnight swims at the Ada Pool are offered on Tuesdays.

He added that the Municipal Building will have a workable elevator soon and remodeling is continuing on the inside of the building.

Jodi Goodman, Midwest Rehab, said that Midwest recently hired an occupational therapy assistant.

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Ada Public Library hosts Space Camp this Thursday, June 27, at 11 a.m. for kindergarten through fifth grade. This program provides astronaut training through games and activities.  

This is part of the summer reading program. All participants will receive a ticket to win weekly prizes.

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Ada Public Library hosts "Cookies with a Cop" this Friday, June 28 from 3:30-5 p.m. This program is part of Ada Police department's summer safter program. The topic for this week's discussion is water safety.

Prizes will be given out to lucky participants of this week's program.

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The following Ada police reports were provided to the Icon by the Hardin County Sheriff’s office. They cover June 23 to June 25:

June 23
Investigate complaint, Community Market, 945 S. Main St.
Animal call, 442 E. Highland Ave.
Investigate complaint, 401 W. Lima Ave.
Investigate complaint, 569 E. Lincoln Ave.

June 24
Medical emergency, 527 E. Lincoln Ave.
Investigate complaint, 421 N. Gilbert St.
Investigate complaint, 132 S. Main St.
Traffic stop, 600 Klingler Rd.
Traffic stop, Union St.
Medical emergency, 320 E. Lincoln Ave.
Traffic stop, E. College Ave.

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