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Hardin County Bourbon Ball 2024

The United Way of Hardin County will be holding its second Bourbon Ball, Saturday, Oct. 19th.  The event will take place at the Varsity Venue, 214 W Franklin St. Kenton, Ohio from 7:00 to 10:00pm.

The Bourbon Ball serves as a fundraiser for the United Way of Hardin County.  This year's event is 1970's Disco theme, so grab your leisure suits, bell bottoms and platform shoes and get ready for a groovy time! The evening will include hors d’oeuvres, select free drinks, beverages for purchase, live music, raffle baskets and a live auction.  Allocated bourbon will be raffled and auctioned off throughout the night.  

Ohio Bigfoot Jamboree premieres in Ada on Oct. 5

Welcome to the Ohio Bigfoot Jamboree! Join us for a day filled with excitement, mystery, and maybe a sighting or two… Get ready to hear stories, meet fellow enthusiasts, and explore the world of the legendary creature. Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, this jamboree is sure to be a blast. Don't miss out on this chance to immerse yourself in the world of Bigfoot!

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Ada is about to experience its first Ohio Bigfoot Jamboree. Local Criptids of the Corn podcasters and Bigfoot enthusiasts Justin England and Jay Wolber are hosting the event in Ada on Saturday, October 5.

Dress up, party down at Beatitudes Re-Prom fundraiser 

October 12 at McIntosh Center ballroom at Ohio Northern, 6-8:00 p.m.

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Does the thought of the upcoming Ada High School Homecoming Dance make you a little jealous? Check out this opportunity to dress up and dance while raising funds for Beatitudes community services.

September 25 Community Meal at St. Mark Lutheran

Ordering 9 or more meals? Please call in advance.

St. Mark Lutheran will be serving its Free Community Meal on Wednesday, September 25, from 5 to 6:30 (or whenever they run out). 

This month's menu consists of a shredded chicken sandwich, potato salad, fruit, and cookie.  The meal is free and open to the public. You may dine in, carry out, or drive up for curbside service.

Due to the large number of meals served in the last three months, the church now requires all orders for 9 or more meals to be placed by noon on Monday. Please leave a message with the number of meals and your name.

September 24-26 schedule for Healthwise mobile clinic

The ONU Healthwise mobile clinic is heading out on the road September 24-26 with the following schedule. For more information, call the pharmacy at 419-772-3784.

Dunkirk Community Center, Tuesday

  • September 24 - 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Hardin County YMCA, Wednesday

  • September 25 - 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Alger Food Pantry, Wednesday

  • September 25 - 4:30-6:00 p.m.

Agape Ministries, Thursday

  • September 26 - 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Harvest & Herb Fest organizers issue special request: no dogs except service dogs

38th Annual Harvest & Herb Festival & Parade Dog Policy  (September 21)

The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce has issued the following announcement:

Due to community concerns and requests, we ask that dogs (except service dogs) remain at home.

We understand that many of you love bringing your furry friends, but for everyone's comfort and safety, we’re making this request.

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