Living in Ada

NOV 10 MEDIA RELEASE__Ada Elementary School will be awarded $5,000 to enhance STEM learning through the Ohio STEM Learning Network Classroom Grant Program, funded by philanthropy from Battelle. This funding is part of a broader effort that has issued 194 grants this year to develop enduring, STEM-based educational projects. 

FROM FACEBOOK__[The Ada Schools] understand that the ongoing government shutdown has created uncertainty for many families—especially those who rely on SNAP benefits.

Ada Schools will continue to provide free and reduced-price meals without interruption. No matter what happens at the federal level, our commitment to supporting students and families remains strong.

By Paula Pyzik Scott

In the November 4, 2025, Ada Exempted Village Schools election for two school board members, candidates with the most votes were Jay Salyer (456 total) and Kyle Poling (386 total) in unofficial results posted by the Hardin County Board of Elections and Hancock County Board of Elections.

NOTE: Candidate backgrounds are below

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Ada ballots for the November 4 General Election include the opportunity to vote for four candidates running for four seats on the Village of Ada Council.

Council members Bob Simmons and Jeff Oestreich are not running for reelection, and their seats will open on January 1, 2026.

New stadium lights replace obsolete system

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Ada’s War Memorial Park is home to athletic facilities used by the Ada Schools and youth sports leagues, the Ada Municipal Pool, picnic shelters, restrooms, a band shell and playground. The park is owned and operated by Liberty Township, which provided the following report for Fall 2025.

The Ada Schools have issued an invitation for volunteers to support the 48th Annual Music Feast on Saturday, November 8.  The AHS Show Choir Invitational takes over 100 volunteers to produce.

Opportunities include setup on Friday, November 7 and event day on Saturday, November 8. Signup is available at the following links:

Friday Setup: rmd.me/2Sqi67QhSwd

Saturday Event: rmd.me/CrLFNN8IrrR

No account is needed. Just pick your times. Organizers say, "Thanks for supporting this amazing Ada tradition!"

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