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Ada's Rite Aid survives newest round of store closings

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, June 18, 2024

More store closings to be announced

By Paula Pyzik Scott

On June 17, the Rite Aid pharmacy chain announced the closing of 15 Ohio stores, according to WTOL 11. The June 17 list does not include the Ada, Ohio store. 

Rite Aid filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections in October 2023 and has since closed hundreds of stores across the country. Up to 500 store closings are expected.

On May 24, Reuters reported that Rite Aid is close to finalizing post-bankruptcy financing. The company needs to cut $2B in debt. Proposed $20M compensation for CEO Jeffrey Steinbe and thousands of opioid cases are said to have slowed the process.

Rite Aid Corporation was founded in 1962 in Scranton, Pennsylvania. In 1008 there were some 5,00 Rite Aid stores. In 2023, there were some 2,100.

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$106K awarded for Hardin County Fair

Posted by Staff on Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Hardin County Agricultural Society awarded $106,831.54

The State of Ohio has announced $10 million in grants to support Ohio fairgrounds and enhance experiences for fairgoers.  All 94 county and independent fairs applied for and received funding.

The funding was awarded as part of Ohio's County and Independent Fair Grant Program, which was established to support county and independent agricultural societies with improvements including upgrades to grounds, electrical and sanitation systems, machinery and equipment, and ADA accommodations.  

“Investing in Ohio’s county and independent fairs means investing in some of Ohio’s most beloved traditions," said Governor DeWine. “These improvements will ensure that our fairgrounds remain safe and accessible for everyone.” 

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R. Kent Mathewson worked for Ford Motor Co.

Posted by Staff on Monday, June 17, 2024

R. Kent Mathewson, 86, passed away June 16, 2024 at the Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton. 

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2024 NOVFA Convention raffle winners announced

Posted by Staff on Monday, June 17, 2024

The 150th NOVFA Convention and the Ada-Liberty Township Fire Department have announced the following raffle winners, drawn on Saturday, June 15.

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ODOT announces SR 235 ramp closures at U.S. 30 during week of June 17

Posted by Staff on Monday, June 17, 2024

U.S. 30 between Interstate 75 and State Route 235 is restricted to one lane for concrete pavement repairs. The following ramp closures will also take place:

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Free summer programs at Friendship Gardens in Kenton

Posted by Staff on Monday, June 17, 2024

The Hardin County OSU-Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting three free monthly summer garden programs at the Friendship Gardens of Hardin County, which is located at 960 W. Kohler Street in Kenton.

The programs will begin with the “Raised Bed Gardening” event June 18, followed by “Growing with Intentions” July 16.

Another program on “Flower Arrangements” will be held August 20. All programs will begin at 6 p.m. and end by 7 p.m.

These events are free to attend and open to the public, rain or shine, with the featured program inside the shelter house at the Friendship Gardens with seating. 

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