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Ruby Prater 1926- 2012

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

Rubena "Ruby" Prater, 86, died at 11:48 p.m. Oct. 16, 2012, at Kenton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Kenton.

She was born March 5, 1926, in Magoffin County, Ky., to Mennefee and Alta Patrick Patton, who preceded her in death. On Sept. 11, 1943, she married Herbert "Hebert" Prater, who died May 30, 2005.

Mrs. Prater was a homemaker and retired from North Electric Co., Kenton, after several years. She was a member of McGuffey Church of Christ, McGuffey. She was a member of TOPPS. She was an artist who painted landscape scenes and loved canning from grandpa's garden.

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Ada students, educators and parents participate in Speak Up online survey

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

The Ada school students, educators and parents are participating in the online survey Speak Up this fall.

The purpose of the survey is to learn more about how students use technology in class and for homework. The survey also asks how students know more about how they are using technology to learn and how students would like teachers to use technology in classes.

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Century 21 has free trick-or-treat bags while supplies last

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

Century 21 Beacon Realty, 208 N. Main St., Ada has free trick or treat bags available at the office while supplies last, according to Becky Neville.

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The feel of autumn

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

It's beginning to feel like autumn at New Leaf Garden Center, 395 State Route 235, Ada. The garden center has lots of fall plants and decorative items.

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Dr. Samuel Heiks: Approaching Insomnia. Simple tips.

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

Dr. Heiks is a board certified Family Medicine doctor and lives in  Bluffton, Ohio.

Dear Dr. Heiks: I struggle with insomnia and have tried several different medications. I would prefer to be on no medication. What can I do?
Reader from Bluffton, Ohio

Dear Reader: If you’re like me, sleep affects every aspect of life and so it is important to get enough of it (or at least try). Having a young family, I understand this is often easier said than done. However, simple steps that can be taken to maximize chances for success, especially if removing medication is your goal.

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Where can you get a 5 cent hamburger in Ada?

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, October 19, 2012

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Here's an interesting "ink blotter" advertising piece from Ada. It's from Barney's City Cigar Store, first door north of First National Bank.

The owner, H.M. "Barney" McGonigle, of Ada, offered all kinds of hot sandwiches, home made pies and soups, smoky goods and pool.

The store's "instant service" offered the best coffee in town. Here's the question that ages you: Can you explain the purpose of an ink blotter?

(From the collection of Leland Crouse)

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