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2023 ONU commencement ceremonies for undergraduates, MSA, law and pharmacy

Ohio Northern University’s Commencement Weekend ’23, May 20-21, celebrated its many outstanding graduates. Three students were selected to speak at each of the ceremonies, Other exceptional seniors are also highlighted here.

Video coverage can be viewed here:

2023 Undergraduate/MSA Commencement ONU

2023 Law Commencement ONU

2023 Pharmacy Commencement ONU

Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame banquet tickets on sale

Lee Sage (Ada '67) to be inducted in Hall of Fame

The 2023 Hardin County Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet will be held at St. John's Evangelical Church at 221 East Carrol Street, Kenton on Saturday, June 17, 2023.  

John Robert Davis taught at Arlington Schools

John Robert Davis, age 71, of Ada, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 9:58 a.m. at his residence, surrounded by his family. 

He was born on May 4, 1952, in Toledo, Ohio to the late Howard and Doris (Robertson) Davis.  On June 14, 1980, John married Theresa J. Phillians and she survives in Ada.  

Picture perfect day for hosting track and field

Photographer Jamie Nygaard captured high school track and field action in Ada on May 18 at War Memorial stadium. An album of photos is on Facebook HERE.

2023 Ada High School Honor Awards summary

CORRECTION: Information for Valedictorian Isaiah Broge was not included in the original version of the article. Updated May 21.

At the Senior Honor Awards ceremony on Monday, May 15, it was announced that Amelia Alexander, Kaitlyn Bowden, Isaiah Broge, Lily Diehl, Meghan Erickson, Dale Hoyt, Brendan Jameson, Courtney Sumner, Robert Waters and Sabina Zheng have been named Valedictorians of the Ada High School Class of 2023.

Scholarships and awards for the Valedictorians and for 15 other students recognized at the Senior Honors awards are listed below, as well as Departmental Awards and Scholastic Awards for Seniors.

Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2023 on Sunday, May 28, at 2:00 pm. in the high school gymnasium. 

Amelia Alexander, daughter of Robert and Shelleigh Alexander 
Plans to attend Bowling Green State University to major in Political Science
High school activities have included: volleyball, cross country, tennis, National Honor Society, Secret Admirers Club, Ada Mental Health Alliance, Interclass, film club, book club,  junior class officer, Buckeye Girls State, Harvest and Herb Queen, and DOGS volunteer

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Melovete Pummell worked for Ford Motor Company

Melovete Pummell, age 94, of Alger, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. 

She was born on December 12, 1928, in Salyersville, Kentucky to the late Kelly and June (Push) Minix, Sr.  Her father, Kelly and her mother, June Miller preceded her in death.  Melovete married Robert Pummell, he preceded her in death. 

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