Heavy rains and high winds kept police, fire and emergency crews busy and on continued alert in Ada in the late afternoon and into the evening on Wednesday. The following reports from the Ada police indicate problems across the village:
• 5:27 p.m. – Power pole burnt and wire fell near a shed east of 332 Hays Ave. Fire department and EMS also responded to this call
• 5:31 p.m. – Large tree fell, blocking State Route 81, both lanes, Country Road 15 and SR 81
• 5:36 p.m. – Tree limb hanging on a power line, 945 S. Main St. (2 calls)
By Bel Mancuso
George Floyd, 46, was not the first victim of police brutality.
But his death spurred an uproar across all 50 states and 18 countries. Despite Ada’s small size, there were many who were outraged by Floyd’s death and decided to it was time to demand change.
The first protest was held on Sunday, May 31, on Ohio Northern University property, across from East of Chicago.
It was started by Gabe D. Rastatter, who is a third-year law student at Ohio Northern University. Once others saw him protesting a crowd began to join.
In cooperation with Ada schools, the Ada Icon will post each of the Ada High School class of 2020 seniors in the spotlight. Kyle Zimmerly is today's senior in the spotlight.
