FROM ONU.EDU/NEWS__Ohio Northern University is the #1 college in the Midwest, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
In the publication's 2026 Best Regional Colleges Midwest list, ONU is ranked #1 in the overall rankings (up from #2 last year). ONU also ranked #1 in Best Value Schools and #1 for Best College for Veterans in the Midwest college rankings.
Sheri L. Woodland, age 59, of Ada, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at Lima Memorial Health System.
She was born on December 25, 1965 in Lima, Ohio to the late Jerry and Lois (Myers) Mathewson. On August 15, 1996 Sheri married John Woodland and he survives in Ada.
Also surviving are her two sons: Justin Mathewson of Sandusky and Jarod (Jessie) Woodland of Van Wert; and a sister, Karen (Rick) Smith of LaFayette.
She was preceded in death by her niece, Kim Smith.
On Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 8 p.m., Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922 silent film) will be presented with a live score by Tom Roberts at Presser Hall on the campus of Ohio Northern University. This early gothic horror film was produced in Germany and directed by F. W. Murnau. See Facebook event.
Learn more about the Ada Lions Club at meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays
By JR Mason
Chair, Ada Lions Club
The Ada Lions Club would like to thank the many sponsors and patrons for their support of the Lions Club food booth at this year’s Harvest and Herb Festival. The Club has been serving the traditional hamburgers and hotdogs for several years. Through the continuous support of our sponsors, we are able to help many local individuals and organizations.
Oscar G. Rowe, age 74, of Alger, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at his residence.
He was born on February 5, 1951 in Kenton, Ohio to Archie and Rosie (Puckett) Rowe. On August 10, 1968 Oscar married Linda Lou (Conley) Rowe and she preceded him in death on April 14, 2023.
A public meeting has been announced for September 29 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 418 N. Central Ave., Lima, to allow public comment on the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) document.
The CEDS is a draft created by economic development leaders from Allen, Putnam, Hardin, Van Wert and Hancock counties to outline a regional economic development strategy to help create growth and foster job creation and investment throughout the region.
To learn more about the CEDS, contact Allen Economic Development Group at 419-222-7706.
