February 2021

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 Michael E. Scott, 65, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021 at 9:50 a.m. at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born on Aug. 10, 1955 ,in Foraker, Ohio, to Alfred and Lydia (Risner) Scott. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Lakeview.  

Michael worked for Kosh Foods in Solution Maintenance. He was an U.S. Army Veteran who served from 1974 to 1976. He was a member of the Indian Lake Moose Lodge #533. Michael enjoyed hunting and fishing. 

He is survived by his girlfriend, Linda Duson Bolen of Lakeview; two brothers: Rodney (Nellie) Scott of Alger and Larry (Mary) Scott of Zanesfield; Terri (Rod) Summers of Rushylvania.

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Two ONU student athletes received OAC athlete of the week honors for Jan. 25-31.

Freshman Keegan Digby (Bowling Green/Otsego) was named the Ohio Athletic Conference Men's Field Athlete of the Week.

Digby won the weight throw and the shot put to help the Polar Bears (5-1) win the annual Joe Banks Invitational on Saturday at the ONU Sports Center.

He won the weight throw with a toss of 15.09 meters and won the shot put with a heave of 14.17 meters in just his second intercollegiate competition.

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Both Ohio Northern University indoor track teams continued to be ranked nationally.

Women's team
The Ohio Northern women's indoor track and field team are ranked No. 7 nationally in the second weekly United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Div. III power rankings, released on Tuesday.

The Polar Bears (4-2 overall) scored 111.96 pointsin the rankings, which are based on national performance rankings with bonus points for exceptional times. That is xx less than the 151.85 points in the first poll.

The power rankings include just a small portion of all schools that plan to compete this season.

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So, you think you know Ada. This photo is taken from the front entrance of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

No matter how you plan on spending the day, whether it’s getting comfy for a Valentine’s Day movie or a romantic dinner at home, stay safe

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Reviewed by Craig Hoffman 
Often even the best Valentine’s Day plans fail. In a year when going out to celebrate love is difficult, what is one to do? Thankfully, there are tons of great singers who can put a little romance in your life even while you are sitting at home.

What are your favorite love songs? Let the Icon know in the comments!

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The Inn at ONU is taking reservations for its “Around the World Be Mine," wine and dine event next week.

The sampling is from 6:30 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Feb.. 13, at The Inn, 401 W. College Ave., Ada.

The evening includes a six-course meal paired with wines selected for the evening. 

Wine commentary will be provided during the evening by Diana Kerr Brown, an industry wine expert. Live music is also part of the event.

Wine will be available for purchase during the evening.

January's temperatures ranged from 11 to 46 degrees

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The area experienced 3.9 inches of snowfall on Jan. 30 and 31, according to Guy Verhoff, Pandora weather observer.

That total brings January’s snowfall to 8. 1 inches, believe it or not. Meanwhile, aside from snowfall, the average January 2021 daily temperature was 29. 5 degrees, with the normal January average at 25.4.

Temperatures ranged from a high on 46 on Jan. 14, to a low of 11 on Jan. 23.  The daily weather summary is in the chart below.

She is active in many school activities and organizations

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Barrette Jones, Ada High School senior, is the Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative Ada February student of the month.

Barrette is active in several school organizations including:
• Varsity football and basketball cheerleading captain
• Vice President of Student Council
• National Honor Society
• Varsity Singers
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Language Club
• Film Club
• Gold Scholar Athlete
• Academic Letter Winner
• All American Cheerleader
• Twirl Ambassador
• Member First Baptist Church, Ada

She is the daughter of Scott and Bridgette Jones.

For persons 70 and older • You must register in advance

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Bluffton Hospital will offer another vaccination clinic for the community.

In this phase, individuals 70 and older will be available to receive the vaccination in a  clinic held on Friday, Feb. 5 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

To register, please 419.369.2323 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There are a limited number of vaccines available, therefore vaccines will be given on a first call, first-served basis. A caregiver or loved one may make an appointment on behalf of an eligible senior.

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Here's a brief video featuring the new Ada-Liberty Township fire truck. Video by Fred Steiner and video production by Mana Hashimoto, ONU Icon spring semester intern.

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