You are here

Ada's latest news

Jones takes second, sets new girls bench press record at McClain State Powerlifting

KENTON__Kennedy Jones, a Junior at Ada High School, took second place in her class in girls competition at the 36th Annual Bill McClain State Powerlifting event. 

Competing among the best in Divisions 5, 6, and 7 at Kenton High School on Saturday, March 16, Jones secured second place in her class with:

Squat: 330 lbs

Deadlift: 305 lbs

Bench Press: 165 lbs

These scores culminated in a total lift of 800 lbs, for a 60 lb increase from her regional performance. Notably, Jones’ bench press of 165 lbs contributed to her second-place finish and set a new state record, surpassing the prior record held by Bianca Phongphiou of Montpelier High School.

School board meeting is March 25

The March 2024 regular meeting of the Ada Board Of Education will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

Additional information about the school board is at https://www.adabulldogs.org/page/board-of-education

Allen County ESC and Apollo Career Center host annual College Fair

The Allen County Educational Service Center and Apollo Career Center are excited to announce the annual Allen County College Fair, which will be held on March 26, 2024, 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, trade schools, and military branches. 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.

ONU Women's Golf opens with 1-stroke victory at Heidelberg Snowball's Chance

TIFFIN__ The Ohio Northern women's golf team opened its spring season on a snowy Sunday afternoon at the Heidelberg Snowball's Chance Invitational.

The Basics

  • The Polar Bears finished with an 52-over par a 340 for 18 holes.
  • Northern edged league-rival Otterbein by one stroke to finish first of six teams.
  • Alma was third with a 362, Heidelberg was fourth with a 379, Defiance was fifth with a 399 and Baldwin Wallace was sixth with a 426.
  • ONU Record: 29-18.
  • Venue: Mohawk C.C. - Tiffin, Ohio.

ONU Individuals

Senior Grace Honigford (West Chester/Lakota East) won Medalist honors, finishing first of 37 players with an 8-over par 80.

PHOTO Finding your polling place

Tuesday, March 19 is Election Day. The polls are open from 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. There are two polling places for the Ada area: Ada North and South Precincts vote at Ada Community Health Professionals, 1200 S. Main St. Liberty Township voters vote at the Center on Central, 111 Central Ave.

Governor declares State of Emergency in 11 Ohio counties

Activates Ohio National Guard

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine issued a proclamation on March 17, declaring a state of emergency across 11 counties impacted by last week's severe weather. 

Pages