[November 3] is election day, and boy, is it a big one. Not only are we electing local offices like County commissioners and other more localized positions, we are electing the entire slate of statewide executive branch offices and also the House of Representatives and a good chunk of the Ohio Senate.
I know we have all been inundated with political flyers from both major federal Senate candidates or whoever else has been sending this nonsense. Most of them don’t have decent information. None of them are worth giving an actual look at, so I want to leave you with this thought.
As neighbors, we share a desire for a thriving community and an affordable place to call home.
Before voting on the four property tax renewal levies on the November 3 ballot for Ada and Liberty Township, please review your property tax records. Ohio’s official schedule lists Hardin County for a valuation update in 2026. The renewals would begin with tax year 2027, with payments first due in 2028.
In my opinion, elected representatives need to reach out to community members and organizations to be effective advocates for their community.
Too often, we see our representatives wait until something is affecting them personally to have a desire to make a change. On the local level, this isn’t necessarily due to corruption or bribes, but due to personal interest coming before constituents' interest.
Our library is great. They have books that I like. Some of my favorites are InvestiGators, Who Was? and books about history. They have books for all ages. They have board books for babies, graphic novels, chapter books, picture books and a bunch of other types for adults.
Over the summer, the library had a summer reading program. You get tickets when you read books and can win prizes. The programs I liked were digging for dinosaur bones, the pool party and the one about reptiles. During the reptile one, I got to hold a real snake.
Dear neighbors, as President of the Friends of the Ada Public Library and a lifelong reader, I would like to encourage everyone to vote for the 5-year, 1-mil renewal levy this fall. This is NOT a new tax.
Reading, with a variety of subject options, is so important for a child's development and for the enjoyment of adults. And for those who don't take advantage of reading, there is so much more to our library. There are so many programs offered for all ages; there is sure to be one (or more) of interest to you.
The Ada Lions Club would to thank the many sponsors and patrons for their support of the Lions Club food booth at this year’s Harvest and Herb Festival. The club has been serving the traditional hamburgers and hot dogs for several years. Through the continuous support of our sponsors, we are able to help many local individuals and organizations.
Special thanks to Kewpee, Four Seasons Drive Thru, Tavern 101, Minich Truck Repair, Sheldon Gas Company, Norada Lanes, Hempy Water, Central Ohio Farmers Co-Op, Inc., Hays Insurance, Sharon Hawkins / Jason Hawkins, Bob / Jill Simmons and Gibson Construction.
