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PHOTO Jones wins 2nd at regional powerlifting

Kennedy Jones, a junior at Ada High School, competed at the Regional Powerlifting Competition in Kenton on Saturday, January 27. She earned a 2nd place award in the overall combined score which consisted of Squat - 315 lbs, Bench -150 lbs and Deadlift - 275 lbs., totalling 740 lbs. She will compete in the upcoming State Powerlifting Competition, which will be held at Kenton High School on March 16. PHOTO from Ada Bulldogs Facebook.

Ash Wednesday “Drive-Thru Ashes” At Ada First UMC

On February 14, 2024, Christians around the world will observe Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday marks the first day, or the start of the season of Lent leading up to Easter Sunday and the resurrection of Christ. 

Ada First United Methodist Church is extending an invitation to the community for a “Drive-Thru” Ash Wednesday observance. As you enter the car port from Highland Street, you will experience the significance of Ash Wednesday through scripture reading, prayer, the imposition of ashes, and a blessing, all from the comfort of your car. All are welcome

  • “Drive-Thru Ashes” will be available from 11:30 a.m.-1p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

AHS students hit the road to perform in robotics and music

ROBOTICS
The AHS Robotics team led by Mr. Acheson competed at Bellefontaine Middle School, advancing through qualifying matches and making the playoffs. 

OMEA 
The AHS Music department had five singers and three instrumentalists particpate at the OMEA (Ohio Music Educator's Association) District 3 Honors Choir At Neiswander Performing Arts Center in Van Wert on Sunday January 10, 2024. Some 75 students were selected through an audition process. Justin Bowden, Joe Crawford, Jilli Hazelton, Rey Hurley and Kiya Tabler were in the choir.  

Selected Pieces included Grateful with Kiya Tabler as a featured soloist, The Circus Band, Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel, Jesu Bleibet Meine Freude, Think on me and Peace I Leave You.

Ethan D'Souza, Ave Martin and Tori Rausch were selected to be in the Honor's Band. D3 Honor Band students had the pleasure working with Daniel Tembras, director of Instrumental Studies from Purdue University.

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Billy Ray Brummett was a truck driver

Billy Ray Brummett, age 77, of Alger, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Heritage Manor Nursing Center of Minister.  

He was born on August 28, 1946, in Pineville, Kentucky to the late James and Goldie (Defevers) Brummett.    

Richard L. Miller worked for NAPA

Richard L. “Dick” Miller, age 69, of Lima, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, Columbus. 

He was born on February 27, 1954, in Lima, Ohio to the late Robert and Jean (Thompson) Miller.  On July 17, 1995 Dick married Donna Asher and she survives in Lima. 

Tilton honored for innovative design and meme life scholarship

Shane Tilton, ONU Associate Professor of Writing and Multimedia Studies, was honored twice during the 109th annual conference of the National Communication Association (NCA) for his scholarship in the field of game studies and human communication & technology.

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