By Karen L. Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU Healthwise Team
Strawberry Fields Forever was an original ballad written by John Lennon for the Beatles. It was released on February 13, 1967. The song was considered a departure from the classic Beatles songs and many felt it ushered in the psychedelic genre. After Lennon’s death, 2.5 acres of Central Park in New York City known as Strawberry Fields was dedicated to his memory.
Science provides insight on so many aspects about our lives and the influence of health and happiness. These different aspects can include food, relationships, passions and laughter.
One example is a new movement to educate the public about how food is a medicine for health. The food is medicine (FIM) movement aims to bring more components of nutrition into the healthcare system.
On Monday, March 25 at 7:00 p.m., the spring 2024 ONU English Reading Series will feature fiction writer Ghassan Zeineddine alongside creative writing majors Chrys Goldy and Hunter Houser. The reading will take place in the Wilson Center Elzay Gallery of Art.
The Ada Exempted Village School District will host the 119th Ada Interclass Competition this Friday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ada High School Auditorium.
This annual tradition highlights the academic abilities and creativity of Ada students as they compete among grade levels in writing and performance categories for the coveted Interclass Cup.
Organizers note, "Whether you have never witnessed Interclass or are an alum of the competition, we would love for you to help us to cheer on this year's group of talented students!"
KENTON__Kennedy Jones, a Junior at Ada High School, took second place in her class in girls competition at the 36th Annual Bill McClain State Powerlifting event.
Competing among the best in Divisions 5, 6, and 7 at Kenton High School on Saturday, March 16, Jones secured second place in her class with:
Squat: 330 lbs
Deadlift: 305 lbs
Bench Press: 165 lbs
These scores culminated in a total lift of 800 lbs, for a 60 lb increase from her regional performance. Notably, Jones’ bench press of 165 lbs contributed to her second-place finish and set a new state record, surpassing the prior record held by Bianca Phongphiou of Montpelier High School.
