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October 2023

Andreasen leads 3 Bulldogs spikers on All-NWC teams

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 18, 2023

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School volleyball team placed three players on All-Northwest Conference squads in voting conducted Sunday, October 15,  by the league coaches.

Versatile senior setter Autumn Andreasen earned second team all-league notice. She led the team in assists (397) and aces (26), and was among the leaders in digs (209), kills (66) and blocks (16).

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Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, October 18, 2023

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​​Letter: APL is not your grandparents’ library

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Letter to the editor from Preema D’Souza of Ada, Ohio.

Whenever I tell folks I work at a library, occasionally I get the response “Ohh but I am not a big reader.”

And I tell them that’s perfectly fine. Not everyone enjoys reading for fun.

Libraries have changed a lot today, with so much of our reading happening digitally. It is really difficult to find the time to sit with a book. Today libraries allow you to access ebooks and digital material from the comfort of your couch.

So, then what is the role of a public library in this day and age you ask. Well as someone who works in a library–let me tell you. The Ada Public Library is definitely NOT your grandparents’ library.

The Ada Public Library is so much more than books. For one – you will NOT find Anyone saying SHHHHH -- be quiet inside the library anymore. It’s a fun, vibrant and happening space. It’s one of the very few spaces in this country where you do not have to spend a dime and yet have a wonderful time. We have something to offer people of all ages.

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Bulldogs Marshall, Burkhart 1st team All-NWC soccer

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Poling and Sizemore make 2nd team, 3 more HM

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School girls soccer team placed seven players on the All-Northwest Conference teams, led by two first teamers and one four-time selection, in voting conducted Sunday by the league coaches.

Bulldog senior scoring ace forward Ella Marshall repeated as first team All-NWC for the fourth straight season.

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Joan M. Lenhart worked for Liberty National Bank and Sodexo

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Joan M. Lenhart, age 87, of Ada, went to be with the Lord on October 16, 2023 peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 8, 1935 in Newburgh, New York to Everett and Mildred (Brewster) Brundage who preceded her in death.  On August 30, 1957 Joan married Donald F. Lenhart and he preceded her in death on February 15, 1999. 

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Donald Bryan served in the U.S. Navy

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Donald Franklin Bryan, age 65, of Ada, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, at his residence, surrounded by his family.  

He was born on April 2, 1958, in Lima, Ohio to the late Paul and Helen (Brinkman) Bryan.  Don married Tamara Lee Brumett in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 17, 1979 they were married for forty-four years.

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Chamber membership mixer on October 18

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a membership mixer on Wednesday, October 18 at The Inn at Ohio Northern University from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Director Lindsay Walden Hollar notes, "We will discuss Small Business Saturday and our Merry on Main event. After our meeting, we encourage you to head to the Ada School Board candidate forum being hosted at the Dicke College at 7:00 p.m. 

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Rosemary Miller worked for Upper Scioto Valley Schools

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Rosemary Miller, age 77, of Alger, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at 9:28 p.m. at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. 

Rosemary was born on September 17, 1946 in Albion, Michigan to the late Rev. Seward and Mary (Hurt) Dyer. On January 1, 1993 Rosemary married Daniel Miller and he survives in Alger. 

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Thomas named Ohio Outstanding Master Gardener

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

HARDIN COUNTY__Kim Thomas was one of ten individuals recognized as “Outstanding Master Gardener Volunteer” at the 2023 MGV State Conference Awards Program held October 12-14.

The local Hardin County OSU Extension group was also nominated for four other state awards at the conference. The project ‘Educational Native Plants Landscape Beds’ was recognized as the state winner in the “Community Service Outstanding MGV Project” award category for small sized groups.

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"Forward Together" ONU fundraising campaign breaks records

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Ohio Northern University's Forward Together campaign exceeded expectations and blew past its $100 million goal, raising more than $112.7 million. The total represents the largest fundraiser in the University’s history. The university emphasizes that it will increase scholarships and financial aid for students, help the university continue to attract world-class faculty, and upgrade facilities.

The success of the three-year campaign was celebrated at Ohio Northern’s annual Henry Solomon Lehr Dinner, held Friday, Oct. 13, recognizing the University’s strongest supporters.

“We shared a bold, compelling vision for ONU’s future, and our community responded,” said President Melissa J. Baumann, Ph.D. “Our supporters understand the quality and outstanding return on investment of an ONU education. Thanks to their generosity, we will be able to help more students access that education and enrich the learning experience for all of our students.”

The campaign will help fund more than 200 new and existing scholarships.

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