March 2022

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CORRECTION: Friday hours of operation corrected

The Cask Room, 127 S. Main, has new proprietors, effective February 28, 2022. Denise D’Arca has purchased the business from founders Steve and Sue Bates.

The biggest change coming to the establishment will be the addition of a menu featuring chicken wings and sandwiches once the food license is issued. D’Arca notes that the atmosphere and staff will stay the same. Her husband and son will assist with bookkeeping and menu, while daughter-in-law Eliza Keller is behind the bar.

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Baseball, softball, soccer and track were all on view at the Ada Village Park this week [March 18, 2022]. Thursday's weather was sunny and possibly perfect.

https://www.adaicon.com/feature/202203/track-practice-war-memorial-stadium

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Lawrence C. “Larry” Vivolo, age 79, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at 11:24 a.m. at The Springs of Lima, surrounded by his family.

He was born on December 10, 1942, in Warren, Ohio to the late Lawrence C. and Frances (Sherock) Vivolo. In August of 1994 Larry married Marilyn L. Shadley and she survives in Wapakoneta.

Also surviving are his four children: Larry Vivolo of Scotstboro, AL, Tony (Shannon) Vivolo of Las Vegas, NV, Candace (Rob) Malyszek of Moorpark, CA, and Shane (Natalie) Coleman of Alpharetta, GA; five grandchildren: Daniel, Alyssa, Austin, Kaden, and Bailee; and a sister, Nancy Flaviano of Niles.

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U.S. 68 between Washington Street and Wayne Street in the village of Dunkirk will close on Tuesday, March 22, for approximately three days for railroad repairs.

Detour: U.S. 30 to SR 235 to SR 81 back to U.S. 68 (see map).

Know Before You Go!

For more detailed traffic information, and to get personalized traffic alerts for your commute, download the OHGO app or visit OHGO.com.

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Dear Ada Icon readers, we realize our weather widget is not showing accurate weather at times, including the morning of March 17. It will be removed as soon as possible and corrected before it is replaced.

Thanks for you patience. 

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By Alexander Nixon, student pharmacist and Karen Kier, Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

A proverb: "he who sleeps forgets his hunger." You do not notice hunger when you are fast asleep. This has significance for your health, especially the impact of the pandemic. For the last few years, we have focused on the current crisis of COVID-19. We may have been so focused that other critical parts of our health lapse. Several studies have published data that we have been ignoring some important health issues.

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By Wes Mayberry, www.onusports.com

Ohio Northern freshman Holden Cubberley (Celina) competed in the 3-meter diving competition at the NCAA Division III Championships on Wednesday, March 16 at IUPUI Natatorium.

Cubberley posted a final score of 395.75 points for 11 dives in the Trials portion of the competition, placing him 19th in the field of 23.

The top eight finishers from the Trials advanced to the Finals, while finishers 9-16 advanced to the Consolation Finals.

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UPDATED: Corrected dates and locations.

Spring officially starts on Sunday, March 20 and high school spring sports are coming our way. Attached to this story is a series of photos by Traci McClain of the Ada High School softball scrimmage against Coldwater.

Girls varsity softball begins on March 28 at home vs. Hardin Northern.

Boys varsity tennis TBA.

Boys varsity baseball begins March 28 at home.

Boys and girls varsity track begins March 29 at home vs. Indian Lake, USV and North Union.

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Ellen L. Hipsher, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 6:34 a.m. at her residence.

Ellen was born on February 6, 1929, in Dunkirk, Ohio to the late Roy and Olive (Blem) Morgan.  On April 30, 1948, Ellen married Jess W. Hipsher and he survives in Dunkirk.

Also surviving are her two sons: Neil (Beth) Hipsher and Jess (Jan) Hipsher both of Dunkirk; four grandchildren, and several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Graveside service will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 18, 2022, at Dunkirk Cemetery, Dunkirk with Pastor Gregg King officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.   

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Posted on Ada Police Department Facebook page on March 15, 2022:

The Ada Police Department is in the process of accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer.

The Ada Police Department serves a community of nearly 6,000 residents and prides itself on being named one of Ohio's and the Nation's Safest Towns.

Our agency enjoys the support of those we serve and through our village Mayor and Council, enjoy a newly remodeled police facility, modern cruisers and equipment.

Our officers work 10-hour shifts with 3, 4-day weekends in a row.

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