Born in Marion, Ohio to Hugh J. and Ernestine Lowman Wiedemann, Bob lived in several small towns in Ohio as he grew up. Upon graduating from The Ohio State University, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Marine Corps, where he became a fighter pilot. During his 22 ½ year Marine Corps career, he served two tours in Vietnam and was awarded several medals, including the Distinguished Flying Cross. He retired as a Lt. Colonel.
FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS__Aurora, Ohio Northern University’s open-access digital research journal, illuminates the original research projects produced by ONU undergraduates. Fittingly named after the Latin word for “dawn” or “to shine light,” the journal reaches a global audience.
“It’s a real chance for undergrads to show off their work,” says managing editor Jaylynn Brownlee, an English education major, adding that it boosts resumes and grad school applications.
Ada junior Rose Baxter was named first-team Div. V All-Northwest District in recent voting by the Northwest Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association.
The fast and powerful Baxter led Ada with 18 goals as the Bulldogs won a program-record 13 games this season.
High-scoring senior forward Kenley Poling and senior defensive ace Reese Jordan were tabbed second-team all-district by the NWOSSCA.
Ada senior soccer scoring ace Andrew Allen earned Div. V first team All-Northwest District notice in recent voting by the Northwest Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association.
He led the Bulldogs in scoring and set the program record for career goals with 81.
Senior four-year starting goalkeeper Jacob Rush was voted second-team all-district by the NWOSSCA.
Versatile Bulldog seniors Carson Conley and Chase Jarrett received honorable mention all-district notice.
By James H. Legge III, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Center of Northwest Ohio
Cell phones, social media, group chats, and nonstop notifications have created a more connected and, in many ways, more efficient life. But they’re also portable distractions that we carry in our pockets, set on desks, bring to dinner, and integrate into nearly every aspect of our lives. When does the abundance of distractions turn from helpful to overwhelming, making us more distracted than ever?
MEDIA RELEASE__On Saturday, November 7, Ada Troop 124 will be collecting food for the Ada Food Pantry. Flyers were distributed last Saturday, and unfortunately there weren't enough for all Ada residences.
Please put out donations by 9 a.m., and make sure they are visible from the street. Scouts will be in your neighborhood collecting them.
MEDIA RELEASE__Annie’s Project® is an educational program dedicated to strengthening women’s roles in the modern farm enterprise. This 6-session workshop focuses on five key areas of risk management: human, financial, marketing, production, and legal. Women learn about agribusiness practices from experts in the field. They also form valuable networks with others in the class.
Michelle D. Davis, age 55, of Ada, passed away at her home on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Michelle was born on April 30, 1971, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to Robert and Vicki (Morris) Yelton.
She is survived by her mother, Vicki Yelton of Bellefontaine; two children: Katelyn Dillon of Troy and Donald Dillon, Jr. of Ada; fiancé, Brian Denton of Ada; three grandchildren: Donald Dillon, III, Damon Dillon and Natalie Dillon; a brother, Robert (Heather) Yelton; and two sisters: Linda Yelton and Kelly Yelton.
One hundred and three years ago this week, the Administration Building at Ohio Northern University burned. In the early morning of Tuesday, November 6, 1913, the campus landmark caught fire and just a shell remained a few hours later.
Despite the efforts of students and faculty to rescue documents, records and military trophies, the vast majority was lost.
The building was rebuilt the same year and renamed Hill Memorial. It remains a familiar Ada edifice along Main Street.
Area farmers are taking advantage of all the sunshine available to harvest their corn crops. The end of Daylight Saving Time has skies darkening earlier and some farmers working in the fields well after sunset.
According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Ohio's corn harvest is at 53%, which is below average for this time of year. USDA NASS attributes a wet October to the slower corn harvest, but drier weather is allowing farmers to catch up.
