FROM FACEBOOK_Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Hardin County is hosting its first annual Firecracker 5K benefit. The event is set for Saturday, June 27, and will be held at the Ada War Memorial Park.
Participants are welcome to walk, run, or jog in the race, and prizes will be awarded for first place in both adult and youth, male and female divisions. The race is set to start at 9:30 a.m. with registration opening at 8:30 a.m.
The race route, t-shirt design, and additional prize details will be posted to Facebook leading up to the event.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Village of Ada has announced they will be flushing fire hydrants starting on June 8, 2026 between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
The village will start with the northwest portion first, which is Zone A. Then, they will move to the northeast side of Ada, or Zone B, followed by the southeast side or Zone C. Village workers will finish the project with the southwest side of Ada, also known as Zone D.
MEDIA RELEASE_On May 13, a class of 52 FFA students at Ada Local Schools planned and led an engaging agricultural event for over 500 students.
Students from preschool through fifth grade rotated through six hands-on learning stations that included interacting with a combine, rabbits, wheat and honey bees. Students also participated in relays and a petting zoo.
The High School Ag students spent a lot of time planning, preparing and leading these engaging lessons.
FROM FACEBOOK__The Village of Ada has reported: "A hydrant was hit early this morning [May 29] causing a water main break on Main St. across from the Super Wash.
"Several water customers are without water and others may experience water pressure issues until the break is repaired.
"Public Works is currently on site and working on the repair. Impacted residents and businesses will be delivered notices for boil advisories as needed.
"We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work on this emergency repair!"
The Ada Barnyard Farmers held a business meeting on May 16.
Demonstrations were given by Derek Dennis, McCoy Wagner, Bella Wagner, and McKinlie Miller and the club decided when to have its pool party.
The club also postponed its annual binder decorating contest to the next meeting.
Announcements included reminders that you must have your fair animals by June 1, and the last chance for quality assurance through the extension office is May 27 at 7:00 p.m.
