Ada Introduces Lydia Fountaine as New Fiscal Officer

Ada Introduces Lydia Fountaine as New Fiscal Officer

Village of Ada There is a new but recognizable face at the Ada Village Offices. Lydia Fountaine was introduced Thursday as the village's new Fiscal Officer. She worked several years at Ada Community Markets, where she met many members of the community, and now she's back, serving Ada in a new way. Fountaine said she loves the Ada community and is passionate about making a difference behind the scenes by helping ensure the Village's finances remain strong, transparent, and reasonably […]

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Hardin Northern to Celebrate New Weight Room with Ribbon Cutting and Open House

Hardin Northern Local School District A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house celebrating the new Hardin Northern Weight Room is scheduled for July 28. It will start at 7:00 that evening at the school. You will have an opportunity to view the new space and help celebrate the great addition to Hardin Northern. The public is invited to attend.

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Heartbeat of Hardin County Accepting Jewelry Donations

Heartbeat of Hardin County Heartbeat of Hardin County will gladly accept jewelry pieces that you tried but were unable to sell at a yard sale. They will collect the pieces and hold them for their fundraising Jewelry Sales. You can drop them off at 220 East Franklin Street in Kenton. Heartbeat is open Monday through Thursday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. Their next sale will be December 3-5.

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Bluffton University Awarded $450,000 for Behavioral Health Scholarships

BLUFFTON, Ohio — Bluffton University has been awarded $450,000 through the Ohio Behavioral Health Scholarship (OBHS) program, a statewide initiative designed to increase the number of licensed behavioral health professionals serving communities across Ohio. The award, administered by Health Impact Ohio in partnership with the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health and the Ohio Department of Higher Education, will support up to 30 Bluffton University Master of Social Work (MSW) students through December 2028. Eligible students may receive up to $15,000 […]

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Free Technology Help Available at Forest-Jackson Public Library

Forest-Jackson Public Library A Guiding Ohio Online technology trainer will be at the Forest-Jackson Public Library each Tuesday and one Monday of each month. It is a chance to have any of your tech questions answered. To schedule a time, please call or text 419-515-3529. The library is located at 102 West Lima Street in Forest.

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Ada Police Department to Host National Night Out on August 5

Ada Police Department The Ada Police Department's National Night Out is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5. Admission is free for the event that will held from 6:00-9:00 that evening at 115 North Park Drive in Ada. Bikes, Wilson footballs and basketballs, and newly added items are part of the big door prizes. There will be family fun, such as activity stations, game booths, free food, and free pool admission. The Hardin County Dog Warden’s Office will have their own setup, […]

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Beatitudes Ada to Hold $5 Bag Sale for Back-to-School Shopping

Beatitudes Ada Beatitudes Ada will have two special days for you to stock up on all of your back to school needs. Their bag sale will be on August 1 and August 8. On those days, a bag of clothing will be $5. Beatitudes in located at 210 North Main Street in Ada.

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OhioHealth Launches Kidney Transplant Program at Riverside Methodist Hospital

COLUMBUS, Ohio — OhioHealth is expanding access to advanced care for patients with kidney disease through the launch of its Kidney Transplant Program at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. The new program allows patients to receive every phase of their transplant journey, from evaluation and surgery to recovery and follow-up, within the OhioHealth system. OhioHealth is providing patients with coordinated, compassionate care designed to reduce stress and improve the overall transplant experience under the care of a multidisciplinary team of specialists. For […]

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Wings- Support and Recovery to Host Mortal Kombat Tournament in Kenton

Wings - Support and Recovery Wings - Support and Recovery's Kenton location is hosting a game night event on Wednesday, July 29. The Mortal Kombat Tournament will start at 2:00 p.m. at 111 East Columbus Street in Kenton. You can register by calling 419-767-2220 or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

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