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Seven area dancers from Rhythm In Motion Dance Centre of Ada participated in the 2013 Outback Bowl pregame and halftime shows on New Year’s Day, according to Darcey Schneider, studio owner.

Schneider told The Icon that she submitted an audition tape last January to Just For Kix, the organization in charge of the pregame and halftime shows, and secured a spot for the group of dancers when RIMDC made the cut and was invited to perform in this amazing opportunity.

The group of seven RIMDC dancers who traveled to Tampa, Florida, to participate in the Outback Bowl included:

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Immediate Past President Harold Friesner called the 12th meeting (December 18th) of the 2012–2013 Kiwanis Year to order at 12:00 p.m. at the New China Restaurant, downtown, Ada.

Karen Kier and Dr. Adam Ferguson were welcomed as guests.

The birthday of Bryan Marshall (December 28th) was noted.

The membership anniversary of Bruce Neely (December 1, 1975) was noted.   

The wedding Anniversary of Bryan and Colleen Marshall     December 17th) was also noted.

In business:
-Bryan Marshall, Treasurer, updated members on club finances.

-Secretary Brian Myers Dr. Mark Shull with a 50 Year Legion of Honor award

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The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce elected officers for 2013 during its Dec. 19 meeting. Officers are:
• Deb Curlis, president
• Vicki Woleke, vice president
• Alisa Armbrecht, secretary-treasurer

 

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Three members of the Ada Police Department were recognized during its anual Christmas party and awards banquet held Dec. 14, according to Michael Harnishfeger, police chief.

Sgt. Mike Bollinger was selected as Ada Police Employee of the Year. Bollinger is a 12-year veteran of the Ada Police Department and was given the award through his commitment and dedication to the department and to the residents of Ada.

Patrolman Josh Howbert was given a commendation fo his work as property and evidence custodian.

Dispatcher Angela Dankworth was honored for her work in designing a new police patch for the agency.

 

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Where were you born and where did you grow up?

I was born and raised in Berea, OH.

Share some memories of your childhood -- school, family, hobbies,
extracurricular activities, musical instruments, sports, etc.

I had a happy childhood in the Cleveland suburbs.  Our family consisted of my parents, my younger brother, myself, and a dozen or so pets, from fish to turtles, to lizards, to cats, and dogs.  I was a small, skinny kid who learned how to make the bullies laugh.  I took up trumpet in 7th grade.  When that didn’t get me any girls, I took up guitar.  When that didn’t work, I realized I needed a new tactic.

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Myrna McCurdy called the eleventh meeting (December 11th) of the 2012–2013 Kiwanis Year to order at 11:30 a.m. at the Ada Visiting Nurses Community Room, Ada.

The invocation was given by Jon Umphress.

Members and guests were welcomed.

Business:
Bryan Marshall reported on our Christmas benevolence project. Two Families were assisted with Christmas gift certificates.

The following long-time club members were presented Legion of Honor awards by Secretary Brian Myers: Bryan Marshall, 25 years; Mike Hood, 30 years; Bruce Neely, 35 years; Mark Shull and Charles Van Dyne, 50 years.

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