The Lima News has reported that the jury trial in Hardin County Common Pleas Court of Donna Jo Miller on charges connected to the death of her sister, Paula Dirmeyer, has been postponed until December 7, 2026.
An investigation initiated by the Ada Police Department led to Miller's arrest in April. The charges against Miller are murder, involuntary manslaughter, strangulation and felonious assault.
MEDIA RELEASE__June saw lower rainfall totals on average compared to May. Some saw about the same depending on the location in the county. Complete rainfall data for the 2026 growing season can be found at hardin.osu.edu under the Agriculture and Natural Resources program area tab.
MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences’ Farm Science Review will take place September 22-24, 2026, at the Molly Caren Agricultural Center (MCAC) near London, Ohio.
The Farm Science Review attracts over 100,000 visitors from all over the United States and Canada, who come for three days to peruse 4,000 product lines from 600 commercial exhibitors and learn the latest in agricultural production. The educational programs feature Ohio State specialists and are second to none in the agricultural exhibition world.
FROM FACEBOOK__Beatitudes posted this photo and note of appreciation: "Thank you to all our volunteers and Hardin County United Way for a fabulous 4th of July community meal. We served 136 meals in two hours!"
The 2026 Ada VFW Park in the Park car, truck and motorcycle show returned to War Memorial Park on July 11 for a celebration of vehicles and those who have served in the U.S. military. Organizer J.D. Fleece notes that unpredictable weather kept a few entries away. Even so, there were 99 entries displayed in the leafy lanes of The Grove.
The event is made possible by a large number of volunteers and supporters including judges Jerry Springer, Mike “Mr. Brick” Cooper, Dick Miller, Eric Flowers and Mark Obenour.
FROM FACEBOOK__The 2026 Ada High School boys soccer alumni match will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 1 at War Memorial Park's turf field.
Organizers ask, "to ensure that we have enough alumni to have a team, please fill out this form with your plans for the match and please wear white shirts to play!"
The Ada Gators summer swim team celebrated the 2026 season wrap-up at the West Ohio Aquatic League championships on July 10-11 by honoring seniors Kaden Clum, Lydia Damasio, and Alyssa Nau. The Gators chose a superhero theme for the event parade, as modeled by Hailey Rigsby, Amelia Clemons, Claire Porter, and Lily Raines, as well as Coach David Lusk.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Ada High School Swim Team has announced a July 23-26 swim clinic for youth in grades K-12. All ability levels are welcome. Come learn from the AHS Swim Team members and coaches.
Location: Village of Ada Pool
9-10:00 a.m. - Ages 11+
10-11:00 a.m. - Ages 5-10
The cost is $30 for first swimmer, $25 for each additional swimmer. Payment is due the first day of the Clinic.
FROM FACEBOOK__On July 13-17, July 20-22 and July 27-31, the Ada Municipal Pool will be opening early for adults and children ages 12 and under to enjoy the pool.
All children must be accompanied by an adult and will not be admitted unless the adult is coming in with the child.
The middle and deep sections of the pool will not be open due to lap swim occurring from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
You may continue to stay at the pool after this designated time for normal hours.
DATES
July 13-17
July 20 - 22
July 27 - 31
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 per person; children 3 and under are free!
Pool Passes Accepted
