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February 2023

ONU student podcast discusses State of the Union address

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, February 7, 2023

With President Biden’s State of the Union Address quickly approaching, ONU students analyze the history of these addresses and discuss what Americans can expect from Biden on February 7.

In a new un-CAPP it! podcast, Ohio Northern students Kennedy Aikey, Caleb Clayton and Hailey Trimpey examine the State of the Union Address. They explain the origin of the State of the Union Address and provide historical examples of well-regarded addresses. They conclude by providing some insight on what we can anticipate President Biden will discuss during his own address on February 7, 2023. 

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Warren E. Fisher owner and stylist at Warren's Salon

Posted by Staff on Monday, February 6, 2023

Warren E. Fisher, age 67, of Lima, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at 3:15 p.m. at his residence, surrounded by family.   

He was born on December 15, 1955, in Kenton, Ohio to the late Warren J. and Betty R. (Decker) Fisher.

Warren is survived by his five siblings: Jacqueline Stephenson of Ada, Andrea Pifer of Ada, Martin (Diane) Fisher of Ada, Stacia (Mitch) Hall-Boughan of Ada, and Shawn Fisher of Columbus; lifelong friend, Bill Stoupe; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Executive session of Ada school board to be held February 7

Posted by Staff on Monday, February 6, 2023

At 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 7, the Ada Schools Board of Education will hold a Confidential Executive Session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion, or compensation of a public employee or official, or the investigation of charges or complaints against a public employee, official, licensee, or regulated individual, unless the public employee, official, licensee, or regulated individual requests a public hearing.

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Carolyn L. Rex worked for Allen East Schools

Posted by Staff on Monday, February 6, 2023

Carolyn L. Rex, age 84, of LaFayette, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Vancrest of Ada. Our angel on earth is now our angel in heaven.

She was born on April 3, 1938 in Lima, Ohio to the late Robert and Diamond (Shrider) Klingler.  On June 8, 1957, Carolyn married Jack M. Rex and he survives in LaFayette.

Family was always first to Carolyn. She loved all children especially her grandchildren, and babysat for many years. She enjoyed gardening, canning, baking, and sewing. Her husband Jack never left her side.  Carolyn retired from Allen East Schools, where she worked as a cook in the cafeteria. She attended the Lima Community Church of the Nazarene.

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Extended deadline for spring youth soccer: 11:30 p.m. February 7

Posted by Staff on Monday, February 6, 2023

The Ada, Ohio Soccer Association has announced on its Facebook group page:

Due to the amount of registrations we’ve received, we are extending late registration until 11:30 pm on Tuesday, February 7! Registration must be completed and payment received before this time. This will be the last chance to sign up until fall.

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Hardin 4-H announces 2023 Achievement Award winners

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, February 6, 2023

Melia Santillanez of Ada recognized in goats and horses achievement

Nine Hardin County 4-H members are being recognized as County Achievement Award Winners for 2023.  Achievement Awards are given to the top 4-H member in a project area based on the Ohio Achievement Record submissions.  All 11 award winning applications will be sent to judging at the state level to be considered for an Ohio Achievement Award, given to the top member in the entire state for a project area.

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Bulldog boys seeded 8th in basketball sectional, with Ridgemont rematch

Posted by Paula Scott on Monday, February 6, 2023

Ada beat Gophers in season opener

By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School boys basketball team’s season comes full circle to play Hardin County rival Ridgemont in the Div. IV sectional first round Tuesday, February 21 at St. Marys.

Ada (7-11) is seeded eighth in the 12-team sectional, while the Gophers (6-12) are 10th.

The Bulldogs won at Ridgemont in the 2022-23 season opener back on November 25 by a 60-47 score. Ada has won the last two meetings against the Gophers. 

Ridgemont last beat Ada in overtime in the 2020-21 opener at home. The Bulldogs returned the favor in the opener last season in Ada, winning by a point on a Spencer Wall runner at the final buzzer.

The winner advances to face top seed Marion Local (16-3) Friday, Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. in St. Marys.

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Play the crossword of the month: January 2023 topics

Posted by Paula Scott on Sunday, February 5, 2023

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February 18 Hardin County Horse Banquet

Posted by Staff on Sunday, February 5, 2023

The eighth annual Hardin County Horse Banquet will be held on Saturday, February 18 at the Kenton Moose Family Center. The doors will open at 4:00 pm for a silent auction to raise funds for the scholarship fund and food will be served at 5:30 pm. Banquet tickets this year are $12.00 for adults and $9.00 for youth under 18 years of age. Children aged 6 and under are admitted free.

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Evolution of pharmacy practice is focus of ’23 Sebok Pharmacy Lecture

Posted by Staff on Sunday, February 5, 2023

Lucinda L. Maine, Ph.D., R.Ph. former executive vice president and CEO of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP), will deliver the 2023 Sebok Pharmacy Lecture. The public event will be held Friday, Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. in the Freed Center for the Performing Arts.

Maine’s lecture is titled, “Pharmacy Today and Tomorrow: What Would Pharmacist Sebok Think?”

Maine worked for the AACP from 2002 until 2022. AACP advocates for high-quality pharmacy education in the U.S. and around the world. Prior to assuming her role at AACP, she served as senior vice president for policy, planning and communications with the American Pharmacists Association (APhA).

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