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Felicia Jo Smelser was a cook and baker

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Felicia Jo Smelser, age 79, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada. 

She was born on March 23, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Chester and Angeline (March) Stashwick.  

Felicia is survived by her two daughters: Theresa (Mark) Bendele of Ottawa and Mary (Marty) Borer of Holcomb, WI; son, David (Allison) Bond of Lansing, MI; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren; a brother, Paul (Sandy) Stashwick of Hilton Head, SC; two sisters: Christie Welch of Tuscon, AZ and Mary Frank of LaFayette; a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Stashwick of Illinois; and a brother-in-law, Loren Cramer of Lima. 

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Bluegrass Jam Session at the Ada Public Library, March 12

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Love bluegrass? Come enjoy a Bluegrass Jam Session at Ada Public Library.

Stop by on Wednesday, March 12, from 5-7:00 p.m. and soak in the music.

For information on more Ada Library events and programs, visit www.AdaLibrary.org/

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Allen County College Fair scheduled for March 27

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, March 12, 2025

The Allen County Educational Service Center and Apollo Career Center will host the annual Allen County College Fair, which will be held Thursday, March 27, 2025, 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m., at Apollo Career Center. This event provides high school students the opportunity to connect with various colleges and universities, providing them with valuable information and resources for those looking at postsecondary options.

The College Fair will feature representatives from a wide range of institutions, including local and regional colleges, universities and trade schools. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact directly with representatives to ask questions about admissions, programs, financial aid, scholarships, and campus life, among other topics.

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Ada Rotary to hold 7th annual Super Bowl

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, March 12, 2025

The Ada Rotary has announced that its 7th Annual “Super Bowl” will be held on April 29 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. at Norada Lanes, 1182 State Route 235.

This year's event is dedicated to the memory of Kevin Mierzejewski, 1961-2018.

The event is an evening of fellowship, fun and games including 50/50 raffle tickets. All proceeds benefit Ada Rotary community projects and scholarships.

Registration: $125 per team

Team of 4 bowlers

Includes: 3 games of bowling with shoes, 1 large pizza, 1 pitcher of pop

Only 8 teams may participate. The winning team will receive a trophy. Invite your colleagues, friends and family to come out and cheer on your team!

For more information, call Rotarians Laurie Laird at 419-303-0586 or Becky Neville at 419-236-2038.

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Ada Food Pantry appreciation for OAC Indoor Championship drive

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Take a look at the donations generated by the recent food drive hosted by the OAC Indoor Track and Field Championships at Ohio Northern. The Ada Food Pantry says, "Many many thanks to everyone who participated in the food drive.... All of you are champions to us!"

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Tavern 101 menu update

Posted by Paula Scott on Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Visit the Ada Icon menu page for updated breakfast, lunch and dinner selections at Ada's Tavern 101 at 101 S. Main St. Phone 419-634-6898.

Tavern 101 is open 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 7:00 a.m.-10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Closed Sunday.

For information on menu advertising, email [email protected] or call 567-400-4266.

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