10th Annual Made in Ada Wilson Football Festival Set for Tomorrow

10th Annual Made in Ada Wilson Football Festival Set for Tomorrow

Ada Area Chamber of Commerce The 10th Annual Made in Ada Wilson Football Festival is set to kick off tomorrow. There will be live music, food and drinks, football fun and a dunk tank with ONU football. Also taking place are the Hot Wing Challenge and Beer Stein Holding Contests. In addition, kids’ face paint with ONU Cheer and inflatable games will be part of the fun. The event runs from 5:00-10:00 Saturday night at the Ada Depot Park.

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United Way of Hardin County Kicks Off 2026-27 Campaign

United Way of Hardin County -Ohio United Way of Hardin County held its annual Kick-Off Breakfast for the 2026-27 campaign. Executive Director Martha Nau announced the goal this year is to raise $200,000. She noted that is the same as last year, when they raised $182,000. Honorary Campaign Chairs are Chad and Tasha Heydinger. United Way of Hardin County provides funding to 12 partner agencies. They are Beatitudes, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Hardin County YMCA, Hardin County Council on Aging, […]

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OVI Checkpoint Planned Tonight on State Route 309 in Allen County

LIMA – The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced today that an OVI checkpoint will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM tonight on State Route 309 near milepost 17 in Allen County. The OVI checkpoint, funded by federal grant funds, is planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The checkpoint will also be held in conjunction with nearby saturation patrols to aggressively combat impaired driver-related injury and fatal crashes. If you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or […]

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OVI Checkpoint Planned Tonight on Tiffin Avenue in Findlay

Findlay - The Ohio State Highway Patrol, in conjunction with the Findlay Police Department and the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, announced today an OVI checkpoint will be held from 9:30P.M. to 11:30P.M. tonight, on Tiffin Avenue, in the City of Findlay, Hancock County. The OVI checkpoints, funded by federal grant funds, is planned to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The checkpoints will also be held in conjunction with nearby saturation patrols to aggressively combat alcohol-related injury and fatal crashes. If […]

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Alger Man Pleads Not Guilty to Multiple Charges Involving Minors

Hardin County Sheriff's Office Inmate Roster An Alger man pleaded not guilty to multiple sexually oriented charges this week in Hardin County Common Pleas Court. According to court documents, 40-year-old Timmy Lee Adams was indicted in July on four counts of pandering obscenity involving a minor or impaired person, three counts of illegal use of minor or impaired person in nudity-oriented material, one count of pandering sexually-oriented matter involving a minor or impaired person, one count of possessing criminal tools […]

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Ada Reminds Residents of Zoning Permit Requirement for Storage Containers

Village of Ada officials reminded residents that a zoning permit is required for Maxx storage containers. Storage containers may not exceed 9 feet wide by 16 feet long, and they are permitted as a temporary use for a period not to exceed 90 days within any one-year period. Before placing a storage container on your property, you need to obtain the required zoning permit and comply with all applicable Village of Ada zoning regulations. If you have questions or need […]

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Another Rainy Day Saturday Before Clear Skies Return

After a break today, more rain is in the forecast for Saturday. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms from late morning into early afternoon tomorrow, and then showers are likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2:00 pm into late evening. A much-needed, somewhat extended break from the rain is forecast after tomorrow. Sunny skies are expected from Sunday through Wednesday. High temperatures will be in the mid to upper 70's and lows will be in the mid […]

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Hardin Northern Fifth-Graders Begin Their Band Journey

Hardin Northern Local School District The Hardin Northern band department held instrument fitting earlier this week for the newest fifth-grade band members. With the help of the team from the Instrument Care Center, the students found the instruments that are the perfect fit for them and are officially ready to get started. The young musicians will now begin their band journey.

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Riverdale Athletics Seeking Volunteers for Fall Home Events

Riverdale Athletics is looking for a few community members who would be willing to help at home athletic events this fall. They are currently looking for a High School Football Chain Gang Operator, and a High School Football Scoreboard Operator. No prior experience is necessary, as they can provide instruction and training. If you are interested in helping with one of these positions, email Brandon Watkins at Bwatkins@riverdalefalcons.org.

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