On October 23, WBGU-PBS premiered an episode of Scenic Stops & Stories featuring the Schumacher Homestead, 8350 Bixel Rd. The production took place during a Second Saturday event and includes interviews with board member Jason Althaus and docent Van Risser. The next event at the homestead will be the Christmas Open House on December 6-7.
Althaus provides an overview of the development of the historic site, including the new Heritage Center, which is a repurposed timber frame barn from a nearby farm. Risser demonstrates how the Schumacher family would have cooked using the fireplace in the summer kitchen. Using homegrown produce, he makes a one-pot stew or "Eintopf."
The Ada Schools have issued an invitation for volunteers to support the 48th Annual Music Feast on Saturday, November 8. The AHS Show Choir Invitational takes over 100 volunteers to produce.
Opportunities include setup on Friday, November 7 and event day on Saturday, November 8. Signup is available at the following links:
Friday Setup: rmd.me/2Sqi67QhSwd
Saturday Event: rmd.me/CrLFNN8IrrR
No account is needed. Just pick your times. Organizers say, "Thanks for supporting this amazing Ada tradition!"
The Alger Assembly of God will hold a Fall Fest with activities and food on Sunday, October 26, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The church is located at 7050 OH-235, Alger.
Hay rides, face painting, games, a photo booth and prizes are part of the festivities. Hot dogs and marshmallows will be served. Mama D's Soda Shoppe Truck will have items for sale.
Organizers specify no costumes; wear flannel or fall apparel.
MEDIA RELEASE__Saturday, October 25 wraps up the 2025 season of Bluffton Cars & Coffee. The gathering of car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts runs from 8:00-11:00 a.m. at 902 N. Main St. (a.k.a. Masterpiece Signs and Graphics).
Twisted Whisk Cafe will offer coffee and pastries at their new food truck, The Whisk on Wheels.
Door prizes are provided by local businesses and there is a 50/50 drawing.
OCT 23 MEDIA RELEASE__On October 22, 2025, at approximately 9:11 p.m., Allen County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a residence on the 8700 block of Lafayette Road (Harrod, Ohio) in reference to a domestic violence situation with shots fired.
When deputies arrived on scene a perimeter was quickly established and commands given for the subject to exit the residence. Spencer Coon (DOB 10/02/02) did exit the residence without incident, was taken into custody, and booked into the Allen County Jail on Domestic Violence, Abduction and probation violation. The victim sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention.
