Village officials commend safety services and resident response
By Alec Keller
The Ada Village Council met in session on Tuesday, February 3rd. All council members were present with Mayor David Retterer conducting the meeting. The meeting packet is HERE.
During the mayor’s comments, Retterer recognized firefighters and those involved Tuesday night for their response to extinguish a downtown fire on Main Street on Monday evening. Retterer said the 10 crews were well-trained and dedicated.
Susan L. Sneary, age 80, of Roundhead, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side.
She was born on February 23, 1945, in Kenton, Ohio, to the late William and Hester (Prater) Wireman, Sr. Susan married Franklin D. Sneary in 1963, and he preceded her in death in 1998.
Susan is survived by her son, Joseph (Ronda) Sneary of Roundhead; two grandchildren: Peggan (Nathan) Cox and Jennifer Sneary; three great grandchildren: Caiden, Mykenzie and Billy; three brothers: Adam Wireman, James (Caroline) Wireman and Paul Wireman; and sister-in-law, Carrie Wireman.
By George Abate, DO
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology
Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is one of the most common procedures performed in gynecology. It may be recommended for a variety of reasons, including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, abnormal bleeding, chronic pelvic pain or gynecologic cancers. While traditional open surgery has long been the standard approach, advances in technology have introduced less invasive methods, with robotic-assisted surgery emerging as a preferred option for many patients and providers.
PANDORA__The visiting Ada High School girls basketball team rallied late but lost 57-47 to Blanchard Valley Conference rival Pandora-Gilboa on Thursday, February 5.
Three Rocket seniors combined to score all of their points. Savannah Knueven led all players with 23 points, while Kelsie Carlson netted 19 and Ava Huffman added 15.
The Bulldog girls trailed 12-7 after the first period as Huffman scored seven points.
Please email [email protected] with information and announcements regarding related business and housing impacts from the February 2 fire in the 100 block of S. Main St. Links below are for Facebook pages.
