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VIDEO RELEASE__Welcome to Ada, Ohio, Part 1 debuted on Facebook on Sunday, November 9. Ada Area Chamber of Commerce Director Lindsay Hollar notes, "This project was only made possible by our amazing members. We hope you see and feel the joy that can only be Made In Ada.

"Thank you, Mark Rodney Productions for making part 1 of this project come to life."

Welcome to Ada, Ohio, Part 1, November 2025

Happy Monday, Ada! Here are AdaIcon.com's top stories from the week that was, November 3-9. For a chronological look at all Icon content, visit AdaIcon.com/archive

NOVEMBER 3

Ada man arraigned on burglary and grand theft charges

NOV 6 MEDIA RELEASE__Ohio Northern University (ONU) and Cenovus Energy Inc. announced a strategic partnership designed to enhance educational resources and career pathways for students in the T.J. Smull College of Engineering. 

A $400,000 gift from Cenovus will support crucial first-year experiences and hands-on and out-of-the-classroom learning.

FROM FACEBOOK__Mark your calendars for the Ada Distinguished Awards Night — happening Thursday, February 26, 2026! Join the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce and Town & Gown Committee as we come together to celebrate Ada’s outstanding citizens, businesses, and volunteers who make our community shine.

Compiled by Liz Gordon-Hancock

The following nine land transfers took place in the Ada Exempted Village School District in October 2025, as reported on the websites of the Hardin County, Ohio, Auditor Michael T. Bacon  and Hancock County, Ohio, Auditor Charity Rauschenberg.

ADDRESS – SALE DATE – SALE PRICE – LAND USE – FROM… TO…

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By Steven Pavlock, MLS(ASCP)cm
Director of Laboratory Services, Blanchard Valley Health System

For many people, the idea of having blood drawn can be a source of anxiety or discomfort. Whether part of a routine health check-up or a specific medical test, blood work is essential for diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of health conditions. The good news is that there are simple steps you can take to help ensure your blood draw is as smooth, efficient, and comfortable as possible.

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