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Ohio Lt. Governor Husted also announced that Phase II of the Responsible RestartOhio plan for sports activities will allow contact practice for all sports to resume on Monday, June 22. 

"This means football, lacrosse, and other contact sports can resume scrimmages and full training regiments as long as safety protocols are observed," said Lt. Governor Husted.

"Although June 22 is the day contact practice may begin, it will ultimately be up to local sports organizers and high school leaders on when is the best time to proceed."

Training guidance is available at coronavirus.ohio.gov.

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What is it about a slide in a park that attracts kids? The Ada park offers several slide options including this double-slide. Once the ride down is completed, you simply have to start over again.

5 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mark Church

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The congregations of St. Mark Lutheran and Sugar Grove United Methodist are working together to provide a free community meal – Last Wednesday Community Meal –  from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24.

The meal is for carryout only and pickups are available at St. Mark, 125 Johnson St., Ada. Social distancing and safety protocol will be observed. The meal will be served out of St. Mark Lutheran located at 125 S. Johnson St. Ada.

The menu includes brats, baked beans, potato salad, fruit and a cookie.

Delivers are available in Ada and Liberty Township. Call 419-358-4611 by Monday, June 22, for details.

County needs 2 Democrats and 2 Republican to work in each of the 21 Hardin precincts

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The Hardin County board of elections is recruiting poll workers for the Nov. 3 general election, according to Michael Hubbell, board chair.

“We are sending letters to all clubs and organizations in Hardin County, asking for assistance in recruiting poll workers,” he said. 

The county has 21 voting precincts. Two Democrats and two Republicans are required to work in each location.

Board working on plans to see services continue without interruption

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Beatitudes (formerly known as Restore) announced that Rob Kanzig resigned from his post as executive director effective June 15, according to Jennifer Grant, Beatitudes board chair. 

In his statement, Mr. Kanzig stated: “I am appreciative of the experience, and do wish the best for the center.” 

During his years of service he oversaw many programs benefiting the Ada community, such as Picnic in the Park, which provides lunches for children during the summer; the Kid’s Christmas shopping event; and the Beacon Fund, which provides financial assistance to individuals to help them meet their social and financial needs. 

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Fifteen students from Ada, Alger and Allen East communities received their Associate’s degrees from Rhodes State College following spring semester 2020. The list is below: 

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