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October 2017

Marilyn "Jeanne" Sumney, 1926 - 2017

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Marilyn "Jeanne" Sumney passed from this life on Monday, October 16, 2017 at 3:04 p.m. 

These who knew her in this world will not forget her; now she has moved on to the next world to make her mark. 

Jeanne was born to Madge Shrider on July 26, 1926 in Lima, Ohio. 

She married Dallas Cheney in 1944. 

To this marriage their only child, Linda, was born. 

Following divorce, she married W. Fred Sumney in 1983 and he died in 2004. 

Jeanne was a member of the LaFayette Jackson class of 1944, having spent nearly all her life in the LaFayette area, most of the time on the family farm. 

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Ada girls edged at Mustangs

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Wednesday, October 18, 2017

By Cort Reynolds

HARROD - The visiting Ada girls soccer team played well but lost a 3-2 battle at backyard rival Allen East in the Northwest Conference and season finale Monday evening.

 

The Bulldog record ended up 5-12 overall and 4-3 in the NWC after the defeat. AE improved to 8-7-1 and 6-0-1 in the league with the victory to tie Bluffton for the NWC crown.

 

Ella Poling scored first to give Ada a 1-0 lead, but the Mustangs rallied to take a 2-1 edge by halftime on scores by Helser and Lawrence.

 

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Bulldog Woods three-peats as NWC Player of the Year

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Wednesday, October 18, 2017

By Cort Reynolds

DELPHOS - Ada senior middle Melina Woods completed two three-peats this past week.

 

Woods led Ada to its third straight Northwest Conference title and then won NWC volleyball Player of the Year honors for the third year in a row in voting conducted by league coaches at Delphos Sunday.

 

Behind Woods, Ada clinched its second straight outright, undefeated NWC title this season and third consecutive championship overall, including a shared crown in 2015. The Bulldogs have gone 23-1 in the NWC over the past three seasons, and were 29-3 over her conference career.

 

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United Way can make a difference in Hardin County

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Dear Editor,

   "It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it". These words by Nelson Mandela, have inspired United Way to fulfill it's mission, mobilizing the caring power of our community. Through the communities support, our non profit agencies are able to continue the many services provided to our residents, in the areas of health, education and welfare.

   When you support United Way, you are also investing in the strength and future of our communities. Any donation or pledge, small or large is greatly appreciate and will fulfill our investment! 

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Bulldogs sweep Pioneers in 1st round

Posted by Monty Siekerman on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

By Cort Reynolds

ADA - The Ada volleyball team easily swept visiting Lima Temple Christian Monday night in Div. III first round sectional volleyball action.

 

The third-seeded Bulldogs whipped LTC 25-11, 25-9, 25-8 to improve to 15-7. LTC ended its season 4-19 after the defeat.

 

Ada senior Melina Woods led the victors to their seventh match win in a row with 25 kills, five blocks and two aces.

 

"We came out a little weird, not having a JV match beforehand," said Ada head coach Melissa Gossard. "We were a little off focus until the third set.

 

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Get those tickets while they are hot

Kiwanis Club spaghetti supper tickets now on sale
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

By Monty Siekerman
The annual Kiwanis Club spaghetti supper will be held from 4:30 until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Ada School cafeteria.

About 300 people attend each year.

Tickets are $7 presale, $8 at the door, with children 10 and under free.
In addition to all the spaghetti you can eat, the meal includes salad, bread sticks, and a beverage.

Tickets are available at Liberty National Bank, Ferguson Insurance, Dr. Mark Shull's office, Hanson Neely Funeral Home, and club members.

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USV wins this friendly food fight

Final score: USV $4,383, Ada $3,540
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

By Monty Siekerman
USV beat Ada in total sales in a three-hour contest during McTeachers Night at Ada McDonald's. USV sales were $4,383 while Ada's totaled $3,540.

Early in the evening, it looked like Ada would win hands down since customers were lined up out the door and onto the front sidewalk when the clock struck 5 o'clock. But USV held their own and blew Ada out of the water.

LOTS OF PHOTOS BELOW -

The schools vied for highest sales from 5-8 p.m. on back-to-back Mondays. In any case, both school systems won. Ada will receive $1,700. The total for USV has not been determined yet.

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Ada man dies in car-motorcycle accident

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Joel Hauenstein, 36, died in a car-motorcycle accident on SR 81 that occurred at 9:05 p.m. on Friday.

Hauenstein was riding his motorcycle eastbound on SR 81 east of Ada when a car operated by Kyle Burnett turned into his path while pulling into a private driveway.

Hauenstein's motorcycle hit the side of the car. He was taken to Lima Memorial Hospital where he died early Saturday morning. Burnett and two passengers were treated at the scene.

Hauenstein enjoyed designing, fabricating, and painting motorcycles. His artwork was featured in several national motorcycle publications.

Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home in Ada.

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Ada Public Library seeks part-time fiscal officer

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Ada Public Library is in the process of hiring a new fiscal officer, according to Rhett Grant, library director.

This is a part-time position. A job description is attached.

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Bluffton Hospital receives Top 20 Hospital Award

From National Rural Health Association for patient satisfaction
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Bluffton Hospital was recognized by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) as a top 20 hospital for patient satisfaction. Chris Keller, president of Bluffton Hospital and Nicki Keuneke, director of operations recently received the award at the annual Critical Access Hospital Conference.

“We are so proud to be ranked highly in these measures and to receive this award,” said Chris Keller, president of Bluffton Hospital.

“Our associates, physicians and volunteers work hard every day to ensure each patient has a positive experience. I am thrilled that their effort is being recognized through this prestigious award.”

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