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There's a fresh vegetable-fruit stand on Main Street Ada. At the moment there's a wide selection of tomatoes, apples, peppers and cucumbers. You'll find these edibles at Ada Flea Market, 111 N. Main St.

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Ada Christmas sign ups will be held at the Presbyterian Church of Ada on
Tuesday Oct. 27 from 5-6 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov.1 from noon-1 p.m. You must
live in the Ada school district, bring your drivers license or state ID and
provide proof of current address.

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All are invited to attend the County Line Church of the Brethren's Homecoming 2015 on  Sunday, Oct. 11. The guest speaker is Rev. Terry Porter and there will be a gathering of worship leaders and musicians from past years, led by Wayne McOwen.

The day includes Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., worship at 10:30 p.m., followed by a carry-in lunch in the multipurpose building.

 

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This looks like fun. And it is.

Ada school speech language pathologist, Sherry Miller, created a vocabulary program at Ada elementary that’s a big hit with students.

OPEN THE EXAMPLES AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS STORY.

“The intent of this Wonder Word vocabulary project is to boost vocabulary overall our entire building,” she says.

“Vocabulary acquisition is a powerful tool and scientifically proven as a link in becoming a stronger reader and writer,” she adds.

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If you take the time to smell the roses in the Ada Depot park you'll find several bees at work. Here's one on a red rose bush.

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Ohio Northern University has named 2001 graduates Todd Bailey and Natalie DiPietro Mager as co-recipients of the William L. Robinson Young Alumni of the Year Award.

The award is given each year to individuals who are committed to Ohio Northern University, his/her profession and the community. The award is named in honor of Bill Robinson, a 1961 Ohio Northern graduate who served the University for more than 50 years in numerous capacities and has been a positive influence on countless students and alumni.

Todd Bailey

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