You are here

Home

Ada's latest news

School board approves waiving of school fees in 2024-2025

Posted by Paula Scott on Saturday, May 18, 2024

 

Above) Interim superitendent Dennis Recker presents commendations to Middlefield Bank (top) and Buckeye East Coffee Shop (below) as well as Quest Federal Credit Union and U.S. Bank.

By Paula Pyzik Scott

The May 16 meeting of the Ada Schools Board of Education included numerous staffing approvals, an updated financial forecast, commendations for several local businesses and approval of a waiver of school fees for the 2024-2025 school year.

In his report to the board, Ada Elementary Principal Jeremy Clark noted this resignation was on the agenda that evening. Clark has accepted a position with the Bath Local School District. His comments included appreciation for the example set by high school principal Dan Lee and his "100% commitment" to the schools.

Contracts were approved for new hires Chris Sautter, who will teach 5th grade math, and Colton Montgomery, who will teach high school social studies.

Four local businesses received certificates of recognition for their support of the schools: Buckeye East Coffee Shop, Middlefield Banking Company, Quest Federal Credit Union and U.S. Bank.

CONTINUES

»

Weekend Doctor: Acute vs. chronic pain

Posted by Staff on Saturday, May 18, 2024

By Loreen Morris, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Blanchard Valley Pain Management

Pain is a universal human experience, serving as a vital signaling mechanism alerting the body to potential injury or harm. However, not all pain is alike, and understanding the distinction between acute and chronic pain is paramount for effective management and treatment. 

Acute Pain
Acute pain is characteristically short-lived, arising suddenly in response to tissue damage or injury. Acute pain serves as a protective mechanism, signaling the body to take action to prevent further harm. Common causes of acute pain include trauma, surgical procedures, burns, cuts, and fractures. The pain is often localized to the area of injury and is characterized by its intensity and sharpness. Acute pain tends to resolve as the underlying cause heals, with a duration typically lasting less than three to six months. 

CONTINUES

»

ONU holds 150th commencement exercises

Posted by Paula Scott on Saturday, May 18, 2024

While Ohio Northern has already celebrated its 150th anniversary, the tradition of commencement cermonies dates back to 1874, This program from the Northwestern Ohio Normal School, as the institution was then known, is from A Pictorial History of Ohio Northern University.

»

Wilma Kathleen Prater was a home health aide

Posted by Staff on Friday, May 17, 2024

Wilma Kathleen Prater, age 82, of Alger, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima.   

»

Ada Schools announce online application for school meals

Posted by Staff on Friday, May 17, 2024

The Ada Exempted Village School District has announced that the school breakfast and lunch application will be online for the next school year and that families may qualify for the new USDA SUN Buck Program. 

»

AHS softball beats Grove, set record for wins

Posted by Staff on Friday, May 17, 2024

Above) The 2023-2024 AHS softball team celebrates its record season

Ada Bulldogs finish 2nd in final NWC season

By Cort Reynolds

COLUMBUS GROVE __  In its season finale on May 16, the Ada High School girls softball team won decisively 7-1 at Columbus Grove to set the program single-season record for victories and also finish 7-1 for the second straight year in Northwest Conference play.

The purple and gold ended the year 18-4 to eclipse the previous mark of 17 wins set by the 2018 district championship squad.

Ada finished second, a game behind league champion Lincolnview (8-0), and came in two games ahead of third-place Crestview (5-3).

Grove dropped to 11-9 overall and 3-4 in the NWC with the defeat.

Ada joins the Blanchard Valley Conference next season. With most of the team returning and the Lancers losing several key seniors, the Bulldogs would likely have been the favorite to win the 2025 NWC title.

CONTINUES

»

Pages