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Mike DeWine is a 1972 ONU law grad

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Ada and Ohio Northern University has a VIP friend in Columbus.

Ohio's new governor, Mike DeWine, a 1972 ONU law alumnus, took office yesterday.

A story Monty Siekerman wrote following DeWine's election in November listed the many Ad connections that the new governor holds.

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It may be snowy and cold but the Hardin County United Way thermometer in Ada is rising to 81% of their goal of $220,000.

Board members, A.J. Hatem and Nicolle Merkel, both on staff of Ohio Northern University stand with the thermometer.

"There is great hope of making goal so please consider a donation today to fund Hardin County agencies, said  Phyllis Griffith of the United Way.

Contributions may go do: United Way of Hardin County, 225 S.Detroit St., Kenton, OH 43326.

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The Icon spotted DUDLBUG on a vehicle that describes this plate. (See photo below.) The plate was in the parking lot behind Twisted Whisk in Bluffton

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Ada schools announce a two-hour delay for Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.

Presentation made Feb. 20 at Community Health Professionals

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Ada Area Chamber of Commerce invites nominations for the outstanding business of the year, according to Heather Cox, chamber board president.

A printer-friendly nomination form is attached at the bottom of this story. The outstanding business will be recognized during the chamber’s annual meeting luncheon. It is at noon, Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Community Health Professionals.

Second season begins this year; auditions now through March 2

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Vicki Mills announced that the Noteworthy Community Choir begins its second season this year.

"Area singers are invited to audition for a spot in the choir for its performances planned this year," she said.

The choir will make its second guest appearance at the Ohio Northern University/Lima Symphony Orchestra Patriotic Pops Concert this summer.

And, the choir will perform in several additional venues from March 18 to July 6.

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