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Norman M. Welch, 1941-2026

Norman M. Welch, of rural Ada, died at the age of 84. Norm was born in Putnam County on August 28, 1941.

He was preceded in death by his parents Mearl and Ellen (Campbell) Welch, formerly of Mt. Cory, OH and by two brothers: Wayne (Deb) Welch and Nelson (Anne) Welch. 

UPDATE: Hosted at Norada Lanes

MEDIA RELEASE__The annual VFW Easter Egg Hunt will begin at noon on Saturday, March 21 with a rain date of March 28.

11:00 a.m.
Doors open for registration.

Noon
Hunt for candy-filled eggs by age groups.

A coloring contest will be held. Pages should be turned in by noon for judging. Prizes for one boy and one girl for each age group will be awarded.

Free hot dog, chips and juice will be provided for participants.

Donations to support this event are welcome.

MEDIA RELEASE__Our Lady of Lourdes, 300 E. Highland, will be hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, March 27 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. or until sold out. Hosted by Men of the Parish.

Both dine-in and carryout will be available. The cost is $10 for a 2-piece meal and $8 for a 1-piece meal.

FROM FACEBOOK__You’re invited to the movies! Join the Ada community for a fun afternoon at the Ada Movie Theater on Sunday, April 19 at 1:00  p.m.  to enjoy The Sandlot—a classic the whole family will love! This special showing is sponsored by the Ada High School Class of 2026, and admission is free for everyone! Concessions will be available for purchase.

MEDIA RELEASE__The Arbor Day Foundation named Ada, Ohio, a 2025 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow and maintain trees to benefit its community. 

The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. Its network of more than a million supporters and partners has helped the organization plant more than 500 million trees in forests and communities across more than 60 countries.

FROM FACEBOOK__Save some luck for the end of the month! Bingo with Officer Penny returns on Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m.

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