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6th annual Pride of Ada Fireworks on June 27

Events

/ Jun 25, 2026

FROM FACEBOOK__Celebrating America's 250th anniversary, the 6th annual Pride of Ada Fireworks will take place at about 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 at War Memorial Park. Fireworks will launch from the baseball fields. Food trucks will begin serving at 5:00 p.m.

Organizers extend their thanks to the private and small business donors and individuals who fund this grassroots event:

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June 28 Patriotic Pops supported by 47 contributors

Events

/ Jun 25, 2026

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Thanks to the generous support of numerous individuals, businesses and organizations, the Ada Patriotic Pops Concert returns to Ada at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 28.

The event will be hosted by Ada Exempted Village Schools and will feature the Lima Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Lloyd Butler.

Forty-seven supporters have been recognized by the event organizers.

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Hollon resigns from Ada School Board, Fisher to fill seat

Public Meetings

/ Jun 27, 2026

Recap of June 25 Ada Board of Education meeting

By Betsi Werling

The Ada Board of Education met on Thursday, June 25, with board president Matt Gossman conducting the meeting. The first item of business was the appointment of new board member Matt Fisher, following Justin Hollon's resignation. Treasurer Tessa McVey administered the oath. Jay Salyer was elected Vice President.

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Hardin SWCD Pond Clinic, July 14

Regional news

/ June 27, 2026

FROM FACEBOOK__If you own a pond or are looking to establish a pond and you have questions, this is the perfect opportunity for you to get those answered! This Hardin SWCD event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14 at 950 W. Kohler St., Kenton.

Gator boys outswim Stingrays

Sports

/ June 27, 2026

By Cort Reynolds

ADA __The Ada Gators summer swim team split a dual meet with visiting county rival Kenton Area Swim Team in their last home meet of the regular season on Thursday evening, June 25 at the Ada Municipal Pool.

Weekend Doctor: Restless Leg Syndrome

Blanchard Valley Health System

/ June 27, 2026

By Erika Manis. MD
Sleep Medicine

Do you experience an urge to move your legs that is worse or only present at night, that starts when inactive or still and is better with movement? If so, you may have restless leg syndrome (RLS).