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The work of young Ada artists is on display at the Ada Public Library during its "Color Our World" summer reading program. Acrylic on canvas works are displayed with the name of the artist and the title of the painting. The library has also been transformed by colored lights and other vibrant decorations.

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The Ada Public Library will host the following events and activities during the week of June 23-28. For further details and dates, visit www.adalibrary.org/calendar.

Monday, June 23

Chess Club - 3 to 4 p.m.

Family Storytime - 6 to 7 p.m.

Tuesday, June 24

Cryptic & Aposematic Coloring - 11 a.m. to noon

Wednesday, June 25

Family Storytime - 11 a.m. to noon

Seated Stretch - 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

Zumba - 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Thursday, June 26

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The next meeting of the Park Board is July 21, 2025 

JUNE 21 MEDIA RELEASE

June 16, 2025 meeting

The Park District Liberty Twp. Hardin County, Ohio met on the above date in the park office. Present  were Bob Szuch, Fred Reichert, Neal Dumbaugh, Ken Wolke and Mary Jane Lee. Guests  present were the architect from TDG Technicon Design Group who showed some renderings of  the new shelter house and the new concession stand for the stadium. Also present were members  of the Pony Pals Horse Club. They have had several events at the park and have raised money to put some solar lights in the horse area. Present were Kristie Haden and Ken Jochims representing the Ada Athletic Boosters. They were trying to finalize the inside of the concession stand with the architect.

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Proposed bill would reduce County's annual general fund revenue budget by 20%

LETTER PROVIDED UPON THE REQUEST OF THE ADA ICON__The Hardin County Commissioners, with respect, would like to convey their thoughts concerning House Bill 335. Needless to say, as written, Hardin County opposes House Bill 335 as introduced with the elimination of inside millage, which is currently 2.8 mills. The effect of this change would be a reduction of approximately 20% of the County's Annual General Fund Revenue Budget. To compensate for that, the state is recommending adding up to an additional 1% sales tax, but it would need voter approval. Hardin County's greatest fear is the inability of our Hardin County citizens to pass a sales tax increase, no matter what the percentage increase is. Our suggestion would be to have any tax increase to offset House Bill 335 Inside Millage reduction would be mandated by the State of Ohio. Without this revenue, Hardin County would be forced to make annual cost reductions to our General Fund by 20%. 

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Anita L. Dearth, age 78, of Ada, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at her residence, surrounded by her family.  

She was born on September 8, 1946 in Lima, Ohio to the late Phillip and Ruby (Shrider) Long. On February 18, 1966, Anita married John N. Dearth and he died December 8, 2021.

Anita is survived by her two children: Tim (Elena) Dearth of Ada and Jennifer Dearth of Findlay; three grandchildren: Evan (Danielle) Dearth, Haley Dearth, and Hattie (Clint) Leydig; a brother, Phil Long of Celina; a brother-in-law, Norman Welch; and sister-in-law, Alma Long.  

She was preceded in death by her brother, Perry Long; and sister, Joyce Welch.   

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FROM ADA AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FACEBOOK__The 5th Annual Pride of Ada Fireworks is scheduled for Saturday June 28, 2025 at Ada War Memorial Park.

ABOVE: Fireworks donors top row L-R) Morgan Hamilton, Grady Hamilton, Ann Donnelly Hamilton; Quest Federal Credit Union, Jillian Burd; Northwest Ohio Farm Drainage Inc., Clayton McClain; Farmers and Merchants Picnic, Kenny Wolke. Front Row) Tavern 101 and Bass Trucking, Beth Ann Bass; Center on Central, Linda Mason, Middlefield Banking Company, Angela Hersh and Corsie Arn. Not pictured: The Hughes Family - Ada Automotive, Hughes Auto Body, and Four Seasons, Bob Szuch, and Ada Area Chamber of Commerce.

Organizers invite you to "bring your family and friends--come join us for an evening of fun."

  • Food Trucks start serving at 5:00 p.m.
  • Bingo starts at 5:30 p.m.
  • 50/50 Cash-Grab starts at 5:30 p.m.
  • Fireworks start at 9:45 p.m.

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