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Was a member of Ada VFW post

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Robert W. Hower, 92, died Nov. 21, 2020, at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima.  Bob was born Aug. 21, 1928, in Bedminster, Pennsylvania, to the late William and Clara (Schwartz) Hower. He married A. Jean Roark Hower who preceded him in death.

Bob graduated from Bangor High School in Pennsylvania. He received his bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Bluffton College and later his teaching certificate from Ohio Northern University. 

Regular breast self-exams can help women detect breast cancer earlier

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This column is provided by ONU Healthwise Pharmacy.
Performing regular breast self-exams can make all the difference in women's health.

That's why adult women are often advised to perform a breast self-exam at least once a month.

Here's what you need to know about detecting breast cancer.

The first step you can take is to know how your breasts normally look and feel. These tests may not be perfect, but breast cancer self-exams can help women stay on top of their health by watching for any changes and bringing them to a doctor's attention.

Cumulative positive covid-19 cases - active and recovered - at 80

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ONU on break – See how covid-19 affected the campus this fall in the graphs below -

Ohio Northern University students left campus today for a long break between the fall and spring semesters.

As covid-19 changed many patterns in Ada this fall, one of those changes was to the Ohio Northern University calendar. In it, the seminar started in early August and ended today, Nov. 20.

 The revised calendar is one way in which the university is following guidance from the CDC regarding the coronavirus. 

From T-shirts to pullover to scarfs and, yes, even masks

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T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, crewnecks, hoodies, sweatshirts, jackets, pullovers, caps, beanies, scarfs…and yes, masks!

It’s time for a new set of Bulldog sportswear, and the Ada Academic Boosters have a deal for you. Actually, the boosters have 43 deals for you.

The Academic Booster apparel sale is underway now through noon, Thursday, Dec. 3. All orders received will be delivered to the Boosters by Friday, Dec. 11.

This winter’s selection includes all the new Ada Bulldog logos released this fall. There is merchandise for youth and adults with prices ranges from $10 to $50.

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This field of corn on Township Road 25 is now harvested. The Icon took this photo prior to the harvest as it shows the three Ohio Northern University wind turbines peeking over the golden ears in the field.

Over 10 tables of gently used jewelry

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Heartbeat of Hardin County is having a $2 Jewelry Sale on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 27, and 28, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  at the Heartbeat office, 220 E Franklin St., Kenton,

There will be over 10 tables full of earrings, necklaces, rings, and bracelets.  All items are gently used in good condition.  Every piece is $2.  There may be a table with higher priced items.  

All proceeds support Heartbeat of Hardin County and cash only will be accepted.

Julie Zaring, executive director, said, “These proceeds will provide funds
to operate the office and help those families who are expecting or have
children under four."

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