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I Can See Clearly Now

Posted by Paula Scott on Thursday, March 2, 2023

By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

In 1972, Johnny Nash released his number one hit in the United States, Canada and South Africa titled I Can See Clearly Now. Johnny was a rhythm and blues singer who was influenced by the reggae sound. He collaborated with Bob Marley, one of the pioneers of reggae, to sing and produce records. Johnny was a very prolific song writer throughout his career. Interestingly, he sang the theme song for the animated cartoon series The Mighty Hercules that ran from 1963 to 1965,

So why the message to see clearly now?

Researchers have made some significant advances in eye health specifically with macular degeneration in the last few years. Several of these discoveries have completed clinical trials and have been forwarded to the FDA for approval in the United States.

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March 2023 Community Calendar

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 1, 2023

It's March 1 and the Community Calendar has been updated with items of public interest including school, university, public meeting and Beatitudes events.

Have local events of general public interest to share? Send them to [email protected] OR tag @adaicon on Facebook.

Check out the calendar HERE, viewable by the day, week, month and agenda (list). 

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Save the date: Summer Swim sign-ups on April 25 and 27

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Ada Summer Swim Sign-ups for the 2023 season will take place on Tuesday, April 25 and Thursday, April 27 at the Ada First United Methodist Church from 6:30-8:00 p.m..

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Athletic Boosters reverse raffle ticket purchase reminder

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 1, 2023

The 13th annual Ada Athletic Boosters Reverse Raffle will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2023 at the Harrod Event Center, 9520 Harrod Rd.

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., dinner will be at 5:00 p.m., and drawing starts at 6:00 p.m.

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Kindergarten registration begins March 6

Posted by Paula Scott on Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year will begin on Monday, March 6, 2023 and continue through Friday, March 17, 2023. To register your child please go to www.adabulldogs.org/ and click on the Final Forms link.

Please be prepared to upload the following documents: Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, Immunization Record (even if incomplete), Custody Document (if applicable) and Proof of Residency.

Once all paperwork is complete and required documents are uploaded, you will be emailed a link to sign up for a screening time. Screening will be held on May 11 and 12, 2023 and will be held on a first come, first served basis. 

The schools note, "We look forward to meeting you and your child. If you have any questions, please call the office at 419-634-2341."

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Pulled pork dinner for Keep Hardin County Beautiful

Posted by Staff on Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Keep Hardin County Beautiful will host a drive-through pulled pork dinner on Friday, April 14 fro 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Steak Barn at the Hardin County Fairgrounds.

For tickets, call 419-674-2216

$12 Donation
Catered by 101 Smokehouse
Dinner: Pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, cole slaw, cookie and bottled water

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