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Published September 25Send October 2026 calendar events to the Icon
Here comes October! Send calendar events and updates to info@adaicon.com . Check out the current calendar at https://bit.ly/Ada_Icon_Community_Calendar Iconoclast View
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Published September 25Ohio Northern recognizes rising stars, proven leaders
FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS Ada Schools treasurer Tessa (Pitcovich) McVey, BSBA ’22, MSA ’23, and senior software engineer Kevin Cramer, BSCPE ’11, have been selected to receive Ohio Northern University’s 2026 William L. Robinson Young Alumni Awards during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend,…
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Published September 25ONU Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2026
FROM ONU.EDU__Ohio Northern University invites Polar Bears back to campus to celebrate Homecoming and Reunion Weekend from Friday, September 25-Saturday, September 26. Ohio Northern University
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Published September 25Cursive Ohio charity ride donates $3,150 to Ohio ArgAbility
FROM FACEBOOK __The September 5 Cursive Ohio charity bike ride, which starts and ends in Ada's War Memorial Park, generated over $3K to support Ohio farmers with a disablity or long-term health condition. Business
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Published September 24Roundabouts celebrated for crash reduction
A roundabout at State Route 309 and Thayer Road has resulted in an 85% reduction in fatal and injury crashes at the intersection MEDIA RELEASE__This is National Roundabouts Week – a time to recognize how this relatively simple roadway design brings such outstanding results.…
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Published September 24ODNR urges caution during fall wildfire season
Regional news MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry urges Ohioans to take precautions and follow the state’s outdoor burning regulations if they plan to burn debris. Ohio law dictates that outdoor burning is prohibited in…
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Published September 24Hello, Goodbye: Diphenhydramine for allergies
Health By Karen Kier Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team In November of 1967, the Beatles released their song “Hello, Goodbye” as a single. Paul McCartney used a very unique writing style when developing the song. He asked Alistair Taylor, a Beatles aide, to say the…
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Published September 24Letter: Ada Lions Club thanks volunteers and sponsors for food booth support
Letters By J.R. Mason Chair, Ada Lions Club The Ada Lions Club would to thank the many sponsors and patrons for their support of the Lions Club food booth at this year’s Harvest and Herb Festival. The club has been serving the traditional hamburgers and hot dogs for several…
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Published September 24Village of Ada shares follow-up survey for strategic planning
Living in Ada Take the survey here / Deadline is Wednesday, September 30 FROM FACEBOOK__The Village of Ada is asking community members to participate in an 8-question survey to share their experiences, priorities, concerns and ideas. Feedback will help guide the Village's…
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Published September 23Nancy S. Matson, 70, taught at Arlington High School
Nancy S. Matson, age 70, of Dola, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center, Findlay. She was born on May 18, 1956, in Findlay, Ohio, to Carl and Jean (Hines) Southward. On August 20, 1977, Nancy married Thomas K. Matson, and he survives in Dola.…
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Published September 23Hardin County OSU Extension celebrates new location
Business MEDIA RELEASE__Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County has officially relocated. The new office is open to the public at 950 W. Kohler St. in Kenton. The Extension office is now in the same building as Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District, providing a…
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Published September 23Ada boys soccer win vs. Cory-Rawson
Sports Allen scores 5 By Cort Reynolds RAWSON__The visiting Ada High School boys soccer team shut out Cory-Rawson 9-0 in a North Central Ohio Soccer Association mismatch on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Bulldog senior Andrew Allen tallied five goals to pace the offensive attack. Senior…