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October 2023

Garry L. Simon worked for Rockwell International

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Garry L. Simon, age 82, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his residence in Ada. 

He was born on December 12, 1940, in Bluffton, Ohio to the late Harry D. and Dorothy Irene (Geiger) Simon. On December 28, 1981 Garry married Mary M. Castle and she survives in Ada. 

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Ada Youth Wrestling Club signups Oct. 24-25 and Oct 30

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

The Ada Youth Wrestling Club will conduct sign-ups on Tuesday, October 24, Wednesday, October 25 and Tuesday, October 30 at the Ada Park Building, which is located at the park entrance at the corner of Simon and Park Dr. Sign-ups will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. 

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October 25 community meal at St. Mark Lutheran

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

St. Mark Lutheran will be hosting a Community Meal on Wednesday, October 25 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. The church is located at the corner of Lincoln and Johnson streets in Ada. 

The meal is Free and opened to the community.  As always, you may dine in, carry out, or drive up for curbside service. The October menu is chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, corn, fruit, and cookie. 

Organizers note, "Last month we served over 140 meals and this month we look forward to serving you.  See you there."

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Spooky Monster Magic Show on October 24

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Here's the invitation from Alger Public Library, 100 W. Wagner St.:

Join us for our 1st ever Halloween event with Gordon Russ’s spook-tacular performance on October 24 at 5:00 p.m. 

It will be equipped with a professional sound system, spooky music, magical monster props.

The Spooky Monster Magic Show is truly one-of-a-kind, combining fast-paced fun with lots of audience participation. A kids-friendly show.

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Bulldog Amos 2nd team All-NWC football; 3 others Honorable Mention

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School football team placed four players on the All-Northwest Conference teams in voting conducted Sunday, October 22, by the league coaches.

Junior tackle Dalton Amos was voted second team All-NWC defense. He was one of the team’s top tacklers and led the Bulldogs in sacks.

Ada junior quarterback Levi Green earned honorable mention notice despite being hampered by injuries much of the season. He threw for 663 yards and rushed for 680 yards with seven touchdowns. Green led NWC quarterbacks in rushing yardage.

Senior lineman Owen Arnett was named honorable mention all-league on offense.

Ada junior placekicker Logan Jolliff was named honorable mention all-league at the specialist position. He scored 30 points on extra points and field goals this season.

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Agozzino receives national public relations educator award

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Alisa Agozzino, BA ‘01, Ph.D., APR, associate professor of public relations at Ohio Northern University, received the Outstanding Educator Award at Public Relations Society of America’s national conference held recently in Nashville, Tennessee.

As ONU’s PR program head, Agozzino has taught over 16 different classes within the major and developed a social media minor for any major on campus. She has received numerous awards for teaching, including the international Pearson Award for Innovation in Teaching with Technology.

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Early October 2023 fields reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife

Posted by Staff on Monday, October 23, 2023

Northwest Ohio – Wildlife District Two 
In August, State Wildlife Officer Michele Butler, assigned to Erie County, patrolled the shoreline of Sandusky Bay. She observed an angler on a pier throw a beverage can into the water after finishing it. Officer Butler contacted the fisherman and issued him a citation for littering. He pleaded no contest in Sandusky Municipal Court and paid $145 in fines and court costs.   

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Ohio Northern University sports recap, Oct. 13-20

Posted by Staff on Monday, October 23, 2023

See full coverage at www.onusports.com/
Calendar for Oct. 23-25

CROSS COUNTRY: SUNY Geneseo Invitational
GENESEO, N.Y.__The Ohio Northern women's cross country team finished ninth out of 23 teams at the 42nd Annual SUNY Geneseo Mike Woods Invitational Saturday morning at the National Warplane Museum.

The men's cross country team finished ninth out of 25 teams at the 42nd Annual SUNY Geneseo Mike Woods Invitational Saturday morning at the National Warplane Museum.

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How to join Merry on Main activity providers

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, October 23, 2023

This is your invitation from the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce:

Calling all area businesses, churches, and organizations! We are looking for groups who like to help provide FREE activities for our area kiddos at this year’s Merry on Main celebration.

Anything from hot chocolate to petting zoos would be welcomed. Reach out to Director Lindsay with suggestions or questions.

Ada Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 225
Ada, Ohio 45810
[email protected]
567-204-7118

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Bulldog boys soccer knocked out by Eagles in sectional finals

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, October 23, 2023

By Cort Reynolds

FINDLAY__The Ada boys soccer team lost to top-seeded Liberty-Benton 10-2 in the Div. III sectional finals Saturday morning, October 21, to finish their 2023 season.

Bulldog junior ace Logan Jolliff netted both Ada goals.

The Bulldog campaign ended with a record of 4-8-6 after the elimination defeat which snapped a two-match win streak.

Liberty-Benton improved to 11-4-3 and advanced to the district semifinals October 25 at Tiffin vs. Edison (11-7) with the win. 

After enduring a slow start against a tough schedule, the Eagles have caught fire. L-B is unbeaten (9-0-2) in its last 11 matches.

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