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May 18th
-          Handled a suspicious activity complaint
-          Traffic stop warning for equipment
-          Traffic stop warning for equipment
-          Handled an abandoned vehicle complaint
-          Handled a non-injury accident, report taken
-          Assist other agency
-          Handled a juvenile matter
-          Handled a parking complaint
-          Handled a juvenile matter
-          Handled a possible breaking & entering complaint
-          Handled a threats complaint
-          Handled a reckless driver complaint
-          Traffic stop warning for no headlights

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Construction is on schedule for Ada's new $16 million water treatment plant on East Lincoln.

Here, men work atop the three clarifier tanks, which will make the water more clear.

There were 40 workers on site Friday afternoon. Completion date: May of 2016.
(Monty Siekerman photo)

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The seconds ticked down on the 2014-15 school year on Friday.

Even with a two-hour early release, for some it seemed too long. Others, yes, a few tears fell.

The Ada school year is history. The Icon recorded many elementary student saying goodbye and embracing summer.

Here's our photo essay. 

OPEN THE PHOTOS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE FOR THE ENTIRE SET.

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Mrs. Smittle opens the door to summer as Ada elementary students leave school on the last day of the school year. Check the story below for lots more photos.

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Jon Ummphress provided this photo to the Icon. It reads: "Lest we forget!" Men of the Ada community who gave their lives for their country. Dec. 7, 1941-Aug. 14, 1945.

CLICK ON IMAGE TO ENLARGE

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Spring is a busy time for many with outdoor activities, but one inside business that picks up is dog haircuts, nail trimming, and baths.

Here, Savannah (on table) tells Caesar that getting a haircut and bath is fun.

Jodi McKean, owner of A Doggie in the Window, says she is extremely busy in the spring.

Savannah is the 10-year-old golden retriever of Martin and Diane Fisher. Caesar is a 4-year-old golden co-owned by Jerry Maag and Monty Siekerman.

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