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Two discovered dead north of Ada on Monday evening

In residence on Township Road 56

Two deaths, discovered at about 9 p.m. north of Ada on Monday, June 19, are under investigation by the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department.

One woman and one man were found dead at a 23287 Township Road 56, Ada, residence, just north of U.S. Route 30 between Bluffton and Ada.

Marie R. Beach, 18, formerly of Lima, was identified as the woman. The man has not yet been identified.

Both bodies were taken to Lucas County for autopsies, according to the sheriff’s department, and the deaths are not currently under investigation.

Sheriff Captain Roger Trice said that the deaths were not a violent crime.

Fire fighter in training

Fire fighter for a day...or at least a few minutes...Some of the equipment and personnel of the Ada-Liberty Township Fire Department rolled into Ada War Memorial Park on Tuesday to let youngsters learn about the department and even try on some clothing. Here, Tessa Long, 13, is set for any emergency...if only the clothes would fit. But in time, who knows, she may end up volunteering to help the local fire department fight blazes that it's called to. (Monty Siekerman photo)

Seeing double in Ada

An extra feature to Sunday night's Cadet's performance

By Monty Siekerman
A few sprinkles at "curtain time" for the Cadets performance brought out a double rainbow for the corps and audience to enjoy on Sunday evening.

A SECOND PHOTO IS BELOW -

The second rainbow can be seen slightly to the right of the main rainbow.

Throughout history there have been many wives tales--some good, some bad--about rainbows.

The Cadets, I'm sure, are hoping the omen in the sky means "good luck" in winning the Drum Corps International competition this year. The group worked diligently at ONU for the past two and a half weeks to take home the top trophy.

Relax - it's only a drill!

Ada/Liberty EMS ambulance demonstration for kids at the park

By Monty Siekerman
An Ada/Liberty ambulance and several members of the squad gave youngsters a closeup look at their equipment and explained some of what they do on Monday at Ada War Memorial Park.

The ambulance demonstration is one of several emergency responders at the park this week from 10 a.m. until noon.

The week-long program was organized by Detective Rob Sheldon of the Ada Police Department, seen in the background of this photo.

The series of emergency personnel and their equipment on display is tied into ReStore Community Center free lunch program. Thursday look for the DARE program and 911 communications.

Dennis M Clark 1948 - 2017

Dennis M. Clark, age 68, formerly of Ada, Ohio died on Friday, June 16, 2017 at his residence in Bartow, Florida.

          He was born on September 20, 1948 in Kenton, Ohio to Wilber Eugene “Gene” and Frances Mary (Ford) Clark. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Ada.

Bluffton's July 8 bike ride recalls Burma-Shave signs

Just another way to keep bikers chuckling

This year’s third annual Ride to Remember takes place on Saturday, July 8. Registration is at Bluffton Family Recreation and bikers may opt for several routes covering 2 miles all the way to 112 miles.

FROM BLUFFTON ICON - There’s never a dull moment for Ride to Remember bikers.

With the help of some clever statements – remember Burma-Shave signs? – bike riders will find many chuckles along bike routes.

“Boomer” bikers will understand; younger bikers will catch on quickly.

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