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By Paula Pyzik Scott

In the Ada Elementary School “Dime Wars” the winner is… the Ada Food Pantry. Local media were invited to witness the presentation of a check for $412.42 to the local non-profit organization. During the month of December, K-5 classes competed with each other to see which could collect the most change for a community need.

Get ready for the freezing temperatures! Come join the Ada Public Library Winter Reading Challenge and warm up with a good book and a cup of cocoa!

The challenge is for all ages and registration begins Tuesday January 16.

The library has books to check out, prizes to win, and an adorable snowflake mug with a packet of hot chocolate for you avid readers that complete the Winter Challenge.

Class dates: February 1, 8, 15 and 22

KENTON__While it is difficult to think about planning for the future when money is tight, learning basic money management skills will strengthen independence, give peace of mind, and improve future financial security.

Betty Rose Hawk, age 95, of Harrod, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at Vancrest of Ada. 

She was born on December 8, 1928 in Allen County, Ohio to the late John W. and Bertha (Binkley) Fleming.  On July 30, 1948, Betty married Richard A. Hawk and he preceded her in death on February 5, 2007. 

By Cort Reynolds

HARROD__The visiting Ada High School girls basketball team ran into an angry buzzsaw and lost 63-14 at local rival Allen East in a Northwest Conference contest Thursday evening, January 11.

The Ada Public Library is hosting "Feed the Birds," an ornament craft with Miss Kari.

WHEN
• Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday, January 20 at 11:30 a.m.

Participants will be creating outdoor décor that provides a tasty treat for our feathered friends.

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