Janis A. Hays Carse, age 74, of Ada, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Trustwell Living – Blanchard Place, Kenton.
She was born on December 6, 1950 to the late Ralph and Beulah (Spar) Hays. Janis was previously married to Charles M. Carse, he preceded her in death on December 26, 2009. Also preceding Janis in death is her son, Cpl. Nathan Carse who died on February 8, 2011; and her brother, Bruce Hays.
From the Ada Area of Chamber of Commerce: "It’s a long-standing tradition for twins to lead the way by carrying our banner (does anyone know how that tradition started?). They did a fantastic job guiding the parade—thank you!" L-R aunts and nieces Abby Dyer (20), Marley Davis (6), Melody Davis (6), Amanda Dyer (20)
COLUMBUS – The Ada High School boys soccer team scored late to tie county rival Kenton 1-1 in the “309 Cup” game played at lower.com field, the home of the Columbus Crew Major League Soccer club on Sunday evening, September 21.
The Bulldogs pressed hard in the final minutes and rallied to salvage a draw, then had a chance to win it in the waning moments.
Ada ran its record to 6-3-2 after the hard-fought draw. Kenton is now 7-1-3 with the tie.
“What a great game,” said Ada second-year head coach Aaron Acheson. “It was a competitive, high-energy match.
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Village to install historical marker and mural, will host 2026 grand opening
By Paula Pyzik Scott
On a beautiful Wednesday morning in September, a baseball diamond in Alger, Ohio has a timeless quality. With the sun shining and crickets and birds sounding tranquil notes, you can imagine the generations of ball players who have stirred the dust here.
The Ada Public Library will host the following events and activities during the week of September 22-27. For further details and dates, visit www.adalibrary.org/calendar/month.
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