Marilyn S. Ford, age 83, of Harrod, passed away on February 8, 2026 at her residence, surrounded by her family.
She was born on August 10, 1942, in Waynesfield, Ohio the late David and Lucille (Rose) Kline. Marilyn was raised by her grandmother, Blanche Ward, and she preceded her in death. On August 7, 1961, Marilyn married Marvin Ford, they were married for sixty years, he preceded her in death on May 13, 2022.
FROM YOUTUBE__Ohio Northern University Associate Professor of History Dr. David Strittmatter presented this Museum Talk, “The Coming of the Civil War” on February 8. The focus of this talk is five key events in 1850s America–all related to the status of slavery–that set the country on the path of war.
The museum’s exhibit, “Threats of Conflict: Echoes of the Civil War,” opened on the same day.
FROM FACEBOOK__Brush off those recipes, it's almost time for the Ada Public Library's annual Chocolate Bake-Off. Bring in your best dessert featuring chocolate and compete to win tasty Dietsch Brothers treats. The competition starts on Saturday, February 21 at 1:00 p.m. .
There's no need to sign up, and all ages are welcome to enter. A big thanks to the Friends of the Ada Public Library for sponsoring this event!
Do you remember when the following businesses occupied 125 and 127 S. Main St. in Ada? Ada historian Leland Crouse has an extremely large compendium of when and where local businesses were in existence. Here's his record for these addresses, starting with before 1877.
The February 2, 2026, fire at 125 and 127 S. Main destroyed this building.
Next Saturday, February 14, is STEAM Day at Ada Public Library. Play a fast-paced card game that challenges players to spot patterns, a key skill for math and problem-solving. Come learn the game and put your brain to the test!
