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Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 17, 2014

Are you ready to place your bids? The Ada Public Library holiday silent auction is fast approaching. Bids are accepted Nov. 24 to Dec. 6. Check with the library for details.

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Ada athletes excel on and off the field - here's our NWC scholar athletes

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 17, 2014

Ada High School athletes excelled on the playing field and in the classrooom this fall. Here is the list of Ada athletes who were named scholar athletes by the Northwest Conference.

The criteria for gaining scholar athlete recognition by the conference is as follows:
Gold Level: Varsity letter earned in the sport and a grading period GPA of 3.5 or above
Silver Level: Varsity letter earned in the sport and a grading period GPA of 3.00 to 3.49    

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Ada woman killed, Ada man injured in accident on SR 81 this morning

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 17, 2014

Carla M. Dysert, 56, of Ada, was killed in a two-vehicle accident this morning at 8:42 a.m. on State Route 81 in Allen County, according to a report from the Allen County Sheriff’s office.

James R. Britt, 30, of Ada, was injured in the crash.

According to the sheriff’s report, the crash occurred when Britt, heading eastbound on Ohio State Route 81, lost control of his 1994 Mazda and went over the center line and into the path of Dysert’s 2004 Buick SUV, which was headed west.

Following the crash Britt was transported to St. Rita’s Medical Center.

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Here's what's on the calendar at The Freed Center and The Inn at ONU

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 17, 2014

Events at the Inn at ONU
Fireside Friday at the Inn: Enjoy live music and a delicious hot appetizer buffet every Friday night from 5-7pm. Reservations are not required, but are accepted.

November 20 - Pre-Show Champagne & Hot Appetizer Buffet, 5:30 pm. Attending the Holiday Spectacular at the Freed Center is a tradition for many, now make it even more eventful by attending the pre-show buffet!

Enjoy a glass of champagne and a delicious assortment of hot and cold appetizers. Reservations are required at 419-772-2500.

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Alice Wood had retired from Ohio Northern University

Posted by Fred Steiner on Monday, November 17, 2014

Alice J. Irwin Wood, 92, died on Monday, Nov. 17, 2014 at 10:34 a.m. at her residence in Centerville, Ohio.

She was born on Oct. 1, 1922 in Ada to Paul and Jessie (Norris) Klingler and they preceded her in death. Alice married James Irwin on May 23, 1943, and he died on Nov. 25, 1952. She later married on June 15, 1991 Robert Wood and he died on Dec. 30, 1991.
Alice retired from Ohio Northern University, Ada where she worked as a secretary. She formerly worked for Hindall & Sons.

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Charlene Hughes was owner of Four Seasons

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, November 16, 2014

Charlene L. Hughes, 56, died on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014, at 5 p.m. at her residence in Ada.

She was born on March 22, 1958 in Lima, Ohio to Samuel G. and Emma J. (Baldridge) Dearth, they preceded her in death. She married Richard “Rick” Hughes on July 9, 1977. and he survives in Ada.

She worked in retail most of her life. She was currently owner and operator of Four Seasons Carry-Out and Drive-Thru of Ada. 

Also surviving are two sons: Matthew (Fiancé, Adriana Garcia) Hughes and Aaron Hughes both of Ada; a grandson, Maverick Hughes; a brother, Dean (Julie) Dearth of St. Marys; a sister: Cheryl Dye of Ada; several nieces and nephews.

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