MEDIA RELEASE__Wynn Hauenstein of the Ream-McElroy VFW Post 9381 in Ada presented a $1,000 scholarship to Riley Newton at the Hardin Northern High School awards ceremony on Friday, May 15.
Newton will be attending Ohio Northern University to study mechanical engineering.
MEDIA RELEASE_United Way of Hardin County proudly hosted its annual meeting on Friday, May 15, 2026, marking another year of meaningful service, collaboration, and generosity. The event brought together local leaders, volunteers, partner agencies, and supporters to celebrate the collective impact that strengthens Hardin County communities.
The event highlighted the work of 2025/26 Honorary Chairs, Jayna and Zach Jansen, owners of Scooter’s Coffee, and included the presentation of four distinguished awards honoring individuals and organizations that embody the spirit of partnership and civic engagement:
FROM FACEBOOK__Ada's annual Fishing Derby will take place on Sunday, May 17. Gates open at 9:00 a.m. for early setup. Kids fishing (12 and under) - 12:30-1:30 p.m. Open Fishing: 2:00-5:00 p.m. To participate, membership is required. Cost $25/family per year. Membership covers parents and kids under 18. The derby will include raffles and prizes.
ADA__The Ada High School track and field teams hosted the annual 11-team Blanchard Valley Conference championship meet on Friday, May 15 in War Memorial Stadium.
The Bulldog girls took sixth place, while the Ada boys ended up ninth in the league standings.
Van Buren captured the girls team crown by 26 points ahead of second-place Elmwood, 131.5-105.5. Riverdale edged Liberty-Benton for third (97-95), with Arlington coming in fifth (84). The Ada girls tallied 44.5 points.
By Erica Hermiller, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology – Ottawa
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