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Spring is in the air - even though it's not supposed to be

Photos and story by Monty Siekerman

Let's get serious and talk spring, such as picnics in the park.

The temperature reached a record high of 68 degrees on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 12. Enjoying lunch at War Memorial Park are Griffin Martin, 4, with Ashley Dearth and Thomas Robinson.

Others in the park enjoying temperatures in the high 60s were some youngsters having fun kicking leaves around. 

Bluffton's Tommy Tire Sales expanding to Ada

A new business will open soon in Ada.

Tommy Tires Sales of Bluffton will open a store south of Ada at 3033 State Route 309. The business is located at the intersection of 309 and State Route 235, in the former carpet warehouse.

Tom Dotson, owner of the tire sales, said that his business will stock:
• passenger and light truck tires
• small farm tires
• all-steel carports –used for garages, utility and agriculture buildings
• trailers

Dotson says that once the business is open and in operation he will add a 40- by 80-foot addition to it.

Ada students' 2015 preliminary state tests scores outstanding

Ada students experienced outstanding scores in the Ohio Department of Education’s 2015 spring tests, according to figures released in November by the ODE.

Dr. Suzanne Darmer, Ada superintendent, told The Icon: "Overall, our students performed well on the 2014-2015 state tests.

“Recognizing that these results are preliminary, our teachers continue to align their instruction to Ohio's Learning Standards in preparation for the 2015-2016 state tests. 

“Most importantly, our teachers put their hearts into their teaching and understand that student success is based on much more than a test score.  We strive for a well-rounded educational program.”

Everyone smiles when Santa's in Ada - here's proof

Photos and story by Monty Siekerman

It was all smiles from the large crowd of children and family members who attended Merry on Main at the Depot on Monday evening.

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Due to a lack of snow, Santa hitched a ride from an Ada Police Department cruiser. When he stepped out of the car, many children's faces lit up as the Big Guy made his way inside.
He took his appointed place in a chair and began hearing the kids' wishes.

Cookies and hot chocolate were available, as well. Members of the Dance Fusion performed in the parking lot.

Ada chamber meets on Dec. 16

The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly meeting at 8 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Community Health Professionals. 

 

A Chrustmas Carol, More or Less at The Inn at ONU; get tickets now

By Monty Siekerman
A culinary demonstration and a dinner theatre are on tap at The Inn at ONU later this month.

"A Chrustmas Carol, More or Less" will be presented at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12; Friday, Dec. 18; and Saturday, Dec. 19. (Dec. 12 and Dec. 18 events are sold out as of Dec. 7.)

The Sunday brunch and theatre will be at noon on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14.

The play is a family-friendly comedy by Stephano LoVerso and Mary Irey, both SNL writers. The play will be performed by Northwestern Ohio Theatre Fraternal Association.

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