Ada Introduces Lydia Fountaine as New Fiscal Officer

Ada Introduces Lydia Fountaine as New Fiscal Officer

Village of Ada There is a new but recognizable face at the Ada Village Offices. Lydia Fountaine was introduced Thursday as the village's new Fiscal Officer. She worked several years at Ada Community Markets, where she met many members of the community, and now she's back, serving Ada in a new way. Fountaine said she loves the Ada community and is passionate about making a difference behind the scenes by helping ensure the Village's finances remain strong, transparent, and reasonably […]

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Obituaries

Obituary for Raymond Eugene “Gene” Wells

Raymond Eugene “Gene” Wells passed away on July 22, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. Gene was born on January 23, 1949 in Kenton to Harry and Margaret “Eileen” (Newman) Wells. On July 19, 1969, he married Rebecca Cannon, and she survives in Kenton. They recently celebrated 57 years of marriage. Gene is survived by his daughters, Shannon (Brian) Balser of Dublin and Amanda (Drew) Crum of Kenton. Gene was the proud “Papa” of Londyn Crum, Tyler Balser, Walter […]

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Obituary for Judith Diane “Judi” Candler

Judith Diane "Judi" Candler (née Pickering), 79, of Kenton, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, following a brief illness. If you were fortunate enough to know Judi, you knew a woman whose warmth filled a room long before she spoke. Her infectious smile, unmistakable laugh, incredible singing voice, and heartfelt hugs made people feel welcome, valued, and loved. Above all else, Judi loved her Lord, her family, and her many friends, and she lived each day in […]

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Hardin Northern to Celebrate New Weight Room with Ribbon Cutting and Open House

Hardin Northern Local School District A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house celebrating the new Hardin Northern Weight Room is scheduled for July 28. It will start at 7:00 that evening at the school. You will have an opportunity to view the new space and help celebrate the great addition to Hardin Northern. The public is invited to attend.

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Heartbeat of Hardin County Accepting Jewelry Donations

Heartbeat of Hardin County Heartbeat of Hardin County will gladly accept jewelry pieces that you tried but were unable to sell at a yard sale. They will collect the pieces and hold them for their fundraising Jewelry Sales. You can drop them off at 220 East Franklin Street in Kenton. Heartbeat is open Monday through Thursday from 1:00-6:00 p.m. Their next sale will be December 3-5.

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Bluffton University Awarded $450,000 for Behavioral Health Scholarships

BLUFFTON, Ohio — Bluffton University has been awarded $450,000 through the Ohio Behavioral Health Scholarship (OBHS) program, a statewide initiative designed to increase the number of licensed behavioral health professionals serving communities across Ohio. The award, administered by Health Impact Ohio in partnership with the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health and the Ohio Department of Higher Education, will support up to 30 Bluffton University Master of Social Work (MSW) students through December 2028. Eligible students may receive up to $15,000 […]

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Free Technology Help Available at Forest-Jackson Public Library

Forest-Jackson Public Library A Guiding Ohio Online technology trainer will be at the Forest-Jackson Public Library each Tuesday and one Monday of each month. It is a chance to have any of your tech questions answered. To schedule a time, please call or text 419-515-3529. The library is located at 102 West Lima Street in Forest.

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Ada Police Department to Host National Night Out on August 5

Ada Police Department The Ada Police Department's National Night Out is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5. Admission is free for the event that will held from 6:00-9:00 that evening at 115 North Park Drive in Ada. Bikes, Wilson footballs and basketballs, and newly added items are part of the big door prizes. There will be family fun, such as activity stations, game booths, free food, and free pool admission. The Hardin County Dog Warden’s Office will have their own setup, […]

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Beatitudes Ada to Hold $5 Bag Sale for Back-to-School Shopping

Beatitudes Ada Beatitudes Ada will have two special days for you to stock up on all of your back to school needs. Their bag sale will be on August 1 and August 8. On those days, a bag of clothing will be $5. Beatitudes in located at 210 North Main Street in Ada.

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