March 2026

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By Paula Scott and Betsi Werling

In February, Ada Schools Treasurer Tessa McVey presented an updated Financial Forecast for fiscal years 2026-2030 to the Ada Board of Education. The report provides information on funding, expenditures and fund balances. Financial forecasts are required twice a year by the State of Ohio.

See the report submission at https://reports.education.ohio.gov/report/finance-forecast-submissions

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FROM FACEBOOK__Team registration is now open for the Hardin County Bowl for Kids' Sake, hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio.

Organizers note, "Spots are limited, so grab three friends, hit the link below and sign up to be a part of our biggest event of the year. Lots of prizes to win and fun to be had!"

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MEDIA RELEASE__A Red Cross blood drive will be held on Monday March 9 at Visiting Nurses and Hospice, 1200 S. Main St., from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00  p.m. 

Please make an appointment on the app, online HERE or call 1-800-733-2767.

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By Tim Glon

MEDIA RELEASE__Austin Veltman will step down as the head men's and women's swimming and diving coach after a successful eight-year run at Ohio Northern.

Veltman guided the men's squad to a 44-20 record and the women's team to a 33-36 mark in his seven seasons as head coach of the Polar Bears.

The season, the ONU men's team won its 13th Ohio Athletic Conference crown in school history and posted a perfect 8-0 record (4-0 OAC), while the women went 3-5 overall (2-2 OAC) and finished third at the OAC Championships.

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Play #1 Marion Local in district final on Friday

By Cort Reynolds

FINDLAY__Ada senior Zack Zimmerman sank a driving bank shot with eight seconds left to lift the Bulldog boys basketball team to a thrilling 48-47 win over backyard rival Allen East in Div. VI district semifinal action on Wednesday, March 4 at Liberty-Benton.

The Bulldogs got the last shot in as the fierce foes traded the lead five times in the final minutes of the seesaw battle. 

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Robert L. (Bob) Shaw, Jr., 69, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, surrounded by his family. 

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Owen Christopher Bame, 27, of Dunkirk, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. 

He was born on November 11, 1998, to David and Robin (Kurt) Bame and they survive in Rural Dunkirk. 

Owen is also survived by his three sons: Wyatt Bame, Kade Bame and Kurt Bame; fiancé, McKenzie Butterman; brothers: Nathan (Leah) Bame and twin brother, Nick Bame; sister, Rylie Bame; maternal grandparents: Robert and Sandy Kurt; paternal step-grandmother, Cinda Bame; and four nephews: Tyson, Luke, Jackson and Maxwell. 

Preceding him in death are his paternal grandparents, William and Mary Bame.  

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MEDIA RELEASE__Hardin County 4-H is hosting a 4-H Family Fair on Sunday, March 8 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hardin County Fairgrounds Community Building.  

This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about 4-H, find a club that works for your family, and see award-winning projects.  Older youth and volunteers will be on hand to help you select a project, learn about camp, and answer all your 4-H questions.  

4-H is open to all Hardin County youth who are 8 AND in 3rd grade as of January 1. The Cloverbud program is for youth K-2.  

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FROM FACEBOOK__Ada Public Library will host a Scales and Tails progam on Saturday, March 14 at 1:00 p.m.

This STEAM Day event is intended for ages 6-12. 

Come learn about amphibians and reptiles with Sam Wright from  Ohio Northern University.

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On March 3, the Village of Ada Council approved the display of banners with photos of students graduating from Ada High School on Main St. light poles. New council members learned that it is the responsibility of the Senior Class to formally request permission from the Village.

The following letter was part of the Council packet.

My name is Lydia Demascio and I am a senior at Ada High School and the class secretary for the graduating class of 2026. My fellow class officers and I are reaching out to ask for your support to continue the senior banner tradition.

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