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Meet Casey Smith, Ada Village Administrator

People

/ Jun 23, 2026

FROM FACEBOOK__The Village of Ada is pleased to welcome Casey Smith as our new Village Administrator!

A proud Ada native and Ada High School graduate, Casey brings nearly a decade of municipal experience from the City of Lima's Utilities Department, along with a strong background in public service and community engagement. After earning her degree from Ohio Northern University and building a successful career serving others, Casey is returning home to help lead the community she loves.

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Coressel kicks off campaign to represent 83rd district in Ohio Statehouse

Regional news

/ Jun 24, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Ada resident and council member Sheila Coressel, the Democratic nominee for Ohio's 83rd Statehouse District, will kickoff her campaign on Tuesday, June 30 at Main Events, 314 N. Main St., Findlay from 5-8:00 p.m.

The event invitation states: "Originally from Defiance, she is running to be an honest voice for the residents of Hancock, Hardin, and northern Logan Counties. Sheila has dedicated herself to supporting affordable healthcare, public education, and local businesses in northwest Ohio. Stop by to talk with other
members of your community, hear from local leaders, and enjoy heavy appetizers and light
beverages."

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Loving Laura’s Curls created to provide wigs for local cancer patients

Regional news

/ Jun 24, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__Today, on what would have been her 48th birthday, a new community-focused nonprofit organization has officially launched in Northwest Ohio to honor the legacy of a local warrior.

Loving Laura’s Curls, co-founded by Josh Huffman and Vanessa Wilson, is a dedicated wig donation and gifting mission designed to bring confidence, dignity and a smile to women navigating a cancer diagnosis. The organization collects gently used wigs, which are then personally cleaned, sanitized and professionally refreshed to be gifted entirely free of charge to local fighters in need.

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Luvu a Latte temporary closure until July 14

Regional news

/ June 24, 2026

Construction on SR 103 blocks direct access from Bluffton

FROM FACEBOOK__Luvu a Latte coffee shop has announced a temporary closure during phase 2 of roundabout construction on SR 103 at Navajo Rd.

County Line Church celebrates 140 years with Birthday Bash

Worship

/ June 24, 2026

Sunday, July 26: Worship service at 10:30 a.m., free lunch and activities to follow

Blueberry fundraiser supports Ada Schools music programs

Living in Ada

/ June 24, 2026

FROM ADA SCHOOLS REMIND__The Ada Music Boosters Blueberry Fundraiser is underway.

Place orders by July 2, with delivery planned for mid-July.

Online orders only: www.rmd.me/pehZHgmSWtF

Community invitation to Coffee with the Sheriff

Regional news

/ June 24, 2026

MEDIA RELEASE__Hardin County Sheriff Keith Everhart is inviting all Hardin County residents to attend Coffee With the Sheriff on Friday June 26, from 9-10:30 a.m. at The Bear's Den at the Plaza, 491 S. Main St., Mount Victory.

Results of Icon poll: How connected do you feel to the Ada community?

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/ June 24, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Do Ada Icon readers feel connected to the community and will Ada Icon readers take the time to take a poll? Those were the questions to be answered by our May 28 poll.