Ada Elementary students and staff participated in a fun and meaningful fundraiser to support the Ada Food Pantry, which provides food for students with the Bulldog Backpack Blessings program. Here a check for $2,145.18 is presented to the Ada Food Pantry. This is more than double the amount raised in the prior year. Students participated in a "Coin Wars" challenge, and teachers paid for the privilege to wear jeans to school. PHOTO: Ada Elementary Principal Angel Maag and Chris Bowers.
Thank you to Miss Daniels' 3rd-grade class at Ada Elementary for sharing their letters to Santa. There will be one more installment. Today we have letters from Maverick, Evelynn, Canaan, Kaydin, Kaydin, and Ryder.
PHOTOS by Mark Andreasen / CLICK to enlarge and view at your own pace
By Cort Reynolds
ADA__The Ada High School boys basketball team methodically defeated visiting non-conference foe Elmwood 54-42 in a Blanchard Valley Conference contest on Friday, December 19.
Ada jumped to a 15-6 lead after the first quarter as five different Bulldogs sank baskets. The Royals edged within 26-19 at halftime to stay within striking distance.
The Ada Schools Board of Education met on Thursday, December 18 with Board President Troy Erickson presiding.
STAFF REPORTS
Elementary School Principal Angie Maag reported that the recent Parent Teacher Conferences saw a 95% participation rate. She noted these meetings are student-led, so students take ownership of their education. The quarterly reward for good behavior was held this week with students able to participate in games in the gym. For the quarter, there were no negative referrals for any third grader.
A Coin Wars drive was held to benefit the Ada Food Pantry. Teachers and staff could participate by paying to wear jeans. A total of $2,145.18 was raised. Maag reported that one of the district's students had a house fire and there has been an outpouring of support for the family.
MEDIA RELEASE–A private pesticide applicator preparation class is being held in Hardin County on Thursday, January 29, at the Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County office in Kenton to help people prepare for the exams.
The class will run from 4:00-7:00 p.m. The cost of the class is $30. A copy of the Core Ohio Pesticide Applicator Study Guide will be provided. Anyone wishing to take the class must visit go.osu.edu/hardinanrprograms or call the Extension office at 419-674-2297 to pre-register by Thursday, January 15, 2026.
By Jeremy Mascaro, PA-C
Physicians Assistant, ENT Specialists of Northwest Ohio
Smell and taste disorders can be overlooked, yet they can significantly affect a patient’s quality of life, nutritional status and overall well-being. These sensory deficits may present subtly but can be early indicators of underlying health conditions or contribute to broader health challenges, particularly in older adults. For healthcare providers, recognizing the prevalence and impact of olfactory and gustatory dysfunctions is important in delivering comprehensive and empathetic care.
