By William Kose, MD
Vice-President of Special Projects, Blanchard Valley Health System
April 24, 2025__Vaccination remains one of the most effective tools in modern medicine to protect newborns and children from serious infectious diseases. Through widespread immunization programs, the global health community has made tremendous strides in reducing and, in some cases, eradicating life-threatening illnesses that once claimed the lives of millions. Immunizing newborns and children safeguards individual health and supports broader public health goals.
Anabel R. McBride, age 89, of Ada, went to be with the Lord on April 26, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada.
She was born on August 14, 1935, in a farmhouse on State Route 81 between Ada and Dola to the late Ralph and Georgia (Fields) Motter. On August 14, 1955, she married her husband, Robert W. McBride, and he preceded her in death on April 27, 2009.
The next STEAM Day at Ada Public Library is Saturday, May 3 at noon. Join in “Trash to Treasure” to learn about the importance of recycling and take part in fun, family-friendly crafts. Presented by ONU chemistry students Lauren Bieri, Kayly Fetters and Elena Martin.
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By Paula Pyzik Scott
One More gym at 125 E Buckeye Ave. has received the donation of an AED (automated external defibrillator) from Lima Memorial Health System.
The device expands access in the village to lifesaving equipment for use in the event of sudden cardiac arrest. It is in a hallway with 24-hour access, so it can be used at any time, note gym owners Nick and Amber Simon.
April 27 Media Release__St. Mark Lutheran Church, located at the corner of Lincoln and Johnson Streets in Ada, will be having their free Community Meal on Wednesday, April 30, from 5 to 6:30 (or until we run out). Free and open to the public.
This month's menu consist of Meat loaf sub, Baked beans, Chips, Fruit, and a Cookie. In the event that we run out the meal will be "Chef's Choice."
To help us better serve you, please call 419-792-0911 by noon on Tuesday if you require more than 8 meals.
As always you may dine in, carry out, or drive up for curbside service.
Wilma A. Willeke, age 95, of Ada, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Vancrest of Ada.
She was born on October 9, 1929 in Kenton, Ohio to the late Earl and Imo (Crooks) Boecher. On August 24, 1952 Wilma married Wilbur D. Willeke and he preceded her in death on December 28, 2023.
