PHOTOS by Mark Andreasen / Senior Night celebrated for all Bulldog winter sports
By Cort Reynolds
ADA__The Ada High School boys basketball team raced to a big early lead and defeated visiting Blanchard Valley Conference foe Pandora-Gilboa 56-37 on Senior Night Friday night, February 6.
The Bulldogs shut out P-G 13-0 in the first quarter to set the tone. Ada then poured in 23 second-period points to build an insurmountable 36-9 halftime lead.
By George Abate, DO
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology
Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is one of the most common procedures performed in gynecology. It may be recommended for a variety of reasons, including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding, chronic pelvic pain or gynecologic cancers. While traditional open surgery has long been the standard approach, advances in technology have introduced less invasive methods, with robotic-assisted surgery emerging as a preferred option for many patients and providers.
Village officials commend safety services and resident response
By Alec Keller
The Ada Village Council met in session on Tuesday, February 3rd. All council members were present with Mayor David Retterer conducting the meeting. The meeting packet is HERE.
During the mayor’s comments, Retterer recognized firefighters and those involved Tuesday night for their response to extinguish a downtown fire on Main Street on Monday evening. Retterer said the 10 crews were well-trained and dedicated.
Susan L. Sneary, age 80, of Roundhead, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side.
She was born on February 23, 1945, in Kenton, Ohio, to the late William and Hester (Prater) Wireman, Sr. Susan married Franklin D. Sneary in 1963, and he preceded her in death in 1998.
Susan is survived by her son, Joseph (Ronda) Sneary of Roundhead; two grandchildren: Peggan (Nathan) Cox and Jennifer Sneary; three great grandchildren: Caiden, Mykenzie and Billy; three brothers: Adam Wireman, James (Caroline) Wireman and Paul Wireman; and sister-in-law, Carrie Wireman.
