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Rev. Donald K. Holbrook, age 72, of Alger, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his residence. 

He was born on January 14, 1953, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Rev. James and Ruby (Dyer) Holbrook.  On September 25, 1971, Donald married Ruth E. (Spradlin) Holbrook, and she survives in Alger. 

Donald is also survived by his two sons: Scott (Sherli) Holbrook and Brian (Alicia) Holbrook; special grandson, Jadon Holbrook; two additional grandchildren: Katie Holbrook and Kimberly Holbrook; a brother, Daniel (Peggy) Holbrook; and a sister, Deidre Phillips.  

Also preceding him in death are his brother, Dale Holbrook, and his sister, Diana Holbrook. 

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By Kaylee Giddens
Ada FFA Reporter

MEDIA RELEASE__Eighteen Ada FFA Members traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana to the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo, October 29 through November 1. The Ada FFA Chapter stayed four days and three nights and had a packed schedule of exciting activities.

They toured RDM Shrimp Farm and learned all about how the owner built this business from the ground up. Shortly after that, they went to a performance put on by Ernest and Ella Langley.

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By Cort Reynolds

ADA__The Ada High School girls basketball team fell 53-40 to visiting Leipsic in the Blanchard Valley Conference opener on Tuesday, November 25.

Leipsic freshman Kya Brandt poured in a game-high 28 points to pace the victors. She consistently scored seven points in each of the four quarters.

“We started out slow and struggled with their pressure in the first half, but I felt like we showed some growth in the second half,” said Bulldog girls head coach Zach Ricker. 

“We have some positives to take away from it,” he added.

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MEDIA RELEASE__Heartbeat of Hardin County is having the annual Christmas  $2.00 Jewelry Sale at its office, 220 E Franklin St., Kenton, Ohio on the following dates:

Dec. 4 from 2:00-7:00  p.m.
Dec. 5 from 10:00 a.m. -4 p.m.
Dec. 6 from 10 a.m.-1  p.m. 

There will be over 15 tables full of earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets. More items are added to each sale and during the sale. This sale will also have a large selection of new Paparazzi Jewelry. All other items are gently used in good condition or new.  Most pieces are $2.00 each. There may be a table with a few higher-priced items.  

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Highway Patrol shares tips for safe holiday travel

MEDIA RELEASE__The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is urging all motorists to prioritize safety as they travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, which is traditionally one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

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