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By Cort Reynolds

KENTON __The visiting Ada Gators summer swim team competed well vs. Kenton and Wapakoneta in a West Ohio Aquatic League triangular meet on Monday evening, June 15.

The Ada boys team swept to victory in both competitions to run their win streak to three consecutive meets. 

The Gator boys beat Wapakoneta and county rival Kenton Area Swim Team, overcoming bigger rosters, to improve to 3-1 this summer. 

The Ada males defeated the Wave boys 269-227, and topped the hosting Stingray team 293-162.

The Wapak Wave girls beat Ada, 343-142. The KAST Stingray girls defeated the Gators, 384-147.

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Great experiences start right here in Hardin County

FROM FACEBOOK__The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance has shared an interactive map with over 200 locations including special attractions, Ohio Northern University, recreation, antiques, shopping, Amish and Mennonite sites; gyms, pools and wellness centers, places to eat and places to stay.

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  • / June 19, 2026

FROM FACEBOOK_The Ada Public Library has announced that it will celebrate America's 250th anniversary with sweet treats and a musical concert.

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  • / June 19, 2026

Harold Duane. Barker, age 96, of Ada, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at Glenn Park of Defiance.

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