VAN BUREN__The visiting Ada High School volleyball team lost a tough four-set battle to Van Buren in a Blanchard Valley Conference match on Wednesday, September 24.
The Bulldog girls dropped to 10-5 overall and 2-5 in the BVC with the 25-19, 25-13, 22-25, 25-14 defeat.
Van Buren improved to 13-3 overall and 4-2 in BVC play after the four-set win.
Junior Brooklynn Andreasen led Ada with 13 kills. She also served four aces and came up with two blocks.
By Jasmine Duarte, Pharmacy Resident and Karen L. Kier, Pharmacist
To cheer or holler loudly and enthusiastically is the dictionary’s definition for the slang phrase, make some noise. When I hear the term “make some noise,” I think of Cleveland Guardian games or The Ohio State University Buckeye football games when the opposing team is attempting to complete a third down play.
FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS__Ohio Northern University is the #1 college in the Midwest, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
In the publication's 2026 Best Regional Colleges Midwest list, ONU is ranked #1 in the overall rankings (up from #2 last year). ONU also ranked #1 in Best Value Schools and #1 for Best College for Veterans in the Midwest college rankings.
Sheri L. Woodland, age 59, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Lima Memorial Health System.
She was born on December 25, 1965 in Lima, Ohio to the late Jerry and Lois (Myers) Mathewson. On August 15, 1996 Sheri married John Woodland and he survives in Ada.
Also surviving are her two sons: Justin Mathewson of Sandusky and Jarod (Jessie) Woodland of Van Wert; and a sister, Karen (Rick) Smith of LaFayette.
She was preceded in death by her niece, Kim Smith.
Learn more about the Ada Lions Club at meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays
By JR Mason
Chair, Ada Lions Club
The Ada Lions Club would like to thank the many sponsors and patrons for their support of the Lions Club food booth at this year’s Harvest and Herb Festival. The Club has been serving the traditional hamburgers and hotdogs for several years. Through the continuous support of our sponsors, we are able to help many local individuals and organizations.
Oscar G. Rowe, age 74, of Alger, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at his residence.
He was born on February 5, 1951 in Kenton, Ohio to Archie and Rosie (Puckett) Rowe. On August 10, 1968 Oscar married Linda Lou (Conley) Rowe and she preceded him in death on April 14, 2023.
A public meeting has been announced for September 29 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 418 N. Central Ave., Lima, to allow public comment on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) document.
The CEDS is a draft created by economic development leaders from Allen, Putnam, Hardin, Van Wert and Hancock counties to outline a regional economic development strategy to help create growth and foster job creation and investment throughout the region.
To learn more about the CEDS, contact Allen Economic Development Group at 419-222-7706.
PHOTOS by Mark Andreasen / CLICK gallery to enlarge and view at your own pace
By Paula Pyzik Scott
Planning a large, outdoor event that takes over the entire downtown of the Village of Ada is a huge undertaking. The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce did just that on Saturday, September 20, when the 39th annual Harvest and Herb Festival provided shopping, dining, networking and entertainment for residents and many, many guests.
MEDIA RELEASE__St. Mark Lutheran Church, which is located at Lincoln and Johnson Streets in Ada, will be serving up its community meal this Wednesday, September 24, from 5:00 to 6:30, or until we run out.
The meal is free and open to the community. This month's menu consists of chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, fruit and a cookie.
You may dine in, carry out, or drive up for curbside service. If you require more than eight meals you will need to call 419-792-0911 before noon on Tuesday so that we can be prepared for large orders.
We have run out of food for the last three months. We look forward to serving everyone.
FROM WWW.AGRI.OHIO.GOV__Ohio is experiencing an increase in the spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest that is under quarantine in several counties. The lanternfly can do damage to grapes, hops, stone fruits and other agriculturally important plants. According to the Ohio Department of Agriculture, spotted lanternfly has been reported but not confirmed in Hardin County as of August 2025.
