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Great experiences start right here in Hardin County

FROM FACEBOOK__The Hardin County Chamber & Business Alliance has shared an interactive map with over 200 locations including special attractions, Ohio Northern University, recreation, antiques, shopping, Amish and Mennonite sites; gyms, pools and wellness centers, places to eat and places to stay.

HARDIN COUNTY ATTRACTIONS MAP

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By Cort Reynolds

KENTON __The visiting Ada Gators summer swim team competed well vs. Kenton and Wapakoneta in a West Ohio Aquatic League triangular meet on Monday evening, June 15.

The Ada boys team swept to victory in both competitions to run their win streak to three consecutive meets. 

The Gator boys beat Wapakoneta and county rival Kenton Area Swim Team, overcoming bigger rosters, to improve to 3-1 this summer. 

The Ada males defeated the Wave boys 269-227, and topped the hosting Stingray team 293-162.

The Wapak Wave girls beat Ada, 343-142. The KAST Stingray girls defeated the Gators, 384-147.

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Ada Full Gospel Church, 1047 State Route 235, has announced 2026 Vacation Bible School: Illumination Station from July 6-9 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

"Kids will explore and be challenged to answer Jesus’ question, “Who do you say that I am?”  Don’t miss out!  For ages 3-Teens. We will have fun, food and exciting learning opportunities. 

"You can visit our website at www.adafullgospel.com or contact the church for more information.

For more information, call 419-634-6132.

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By Paula Pyzik Scott

The June 16 meeting of the Village of Ada Council was chaired by Mayor Dave Retterer with all council members present and new Village Administrator Casey Smith on her second day of employment with the Village. Both the outgoing and incoming fiscal officers, Patty Navin and Lydia Fountaine were present.

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Cloyce W. Hattery, age 91, of Edgerton, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Parkview Care Center.

He was born on January 26, 1935, in Alger, Ohio, to Walter and Edith (Riley) Hattery.

Cloyce is survived by four daughters: Teresa (Joe) Hiler, Kelly Harper, Kim (Dave) Gerkin, and Vicki (Roy) Rethmel; eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother: Virgil Hattery.

Cloyce was a graduate of Alger High School. He worked as a Park Ranger for the Department of Natural Resources for many years.

A private family service will be held at Preston Cemetery, Alger. 

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FROM FACEBOOK__The Hardin County Dog Warden is hosting a Dog Days of Summer Community Dog Walk & Adoption Meet and Greet at 4:00 p.m. on June 19 at Courthouse Square in Kenton.

The event is a fun-filled afternoon of walking, wagging tails and finding forever homes.

Bring your pups for a free pup cup or find a dog that needs a forever home. 

• Please, no retractable leashes!

• Bring poop bags and pick up after your pup!

• Make sure your dog is dog-friendly!

 

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