Ann K. “Annie” Luellen, age 89, of Ada, passed away at her home on Friday, February 13, 2026. She was born on April 28, 1936, to the late Hubert and Lillian (Haunhorst) Lause. She married Jerleen Moore (deceased) in April 1960, and they later divorced. On November 19, 1983, Ann married Charles R. Luellen, and he survives in Ada.
Ann graduated in 1955 from Alger High School. She worked at Essex Wire for seventeen years and retired from St. Rita’s Hospital in 1998.
McGUFFEY__The visiting Ada High School girls basketball team scored late and dodged a last-second shot to edge Upper Scioto Valley 44-42 in a non-conference grudge rematch at Alumni Fieldhouse on Saturday, February 14.
Ada freshman Tea Grffith sank two clutch, tie-breaking foul shots with 31.7 seconds left to put the visitors ahead for good, 44-42.
Layla Hunsicker intercepted a long Bulldog pass with 8.1 seconds left, giving the Ram girls had a last chance to tie or win it after calling timeout.
Ronald L. Evans, age 90, of Ada, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026 at his residence.
He was born on March 1, 1935, in Vaughnsville, Ohio, to Donald “Fred” and Mary (Anderson) Evans, who preceded him in death. On December 23, 1955, Ronald married Patsy (Spellman) Evans, and they were married for seventy years. Patsy survives in Ada.
MEDIA RELEASE__A building many Hardin County residents pass every day is now in the spotlight. The Hardin County Courthouse is featured in the documentary series, Seats of Justice, which highlights the history and architecture of county courthouses across the state.
Founded in 1833, Hardin County has long been known for its strong community roots. The current courthouse is the third to be built in Kenton. Construction began in 1913, and the structure continues to serve as a central hub for the county government.
