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Blufftonite Bassitt makes Olympics debut in Paris 2024

By Paula Pyzik Scott

Trevor Bassitt, professional track athlete and Bluffton High School alumnus, is representing the United States in the 400m men's hurdles in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Officially the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, the 32-sport event runs from July 26 to August 11.

Finally it's official: Ada Rite Aid is closing

The 610 S. Main St. Rite Aid Pharmacy in Ada is surrounded by signs announcing the location is closing. Prescriptions will be moved to Walgreens effective July 31, 2024. The Rite Aid Pharmacy in Kenton is also closing.

Free offer for Naloxone and Fentanyl test strips

Did you know that Kenton-Hardin Health Department offers Naloxone (Narcan) and Fentanyl test strips free of charge to anyone in the community?

July 25-26-27 FREE garage sale ads

So far this week, we have two garage sales in the Bluffton area:

JULY 25-26-27 at 125 Co Rd 313

July 26-27 at 70 Anna Cir

Did you know Bluffton Icon and Ada Icon garage sale ads are FREE?

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Keitha (England) Williams worked for Wilson Sporting Goods

Keitha (England) Williams, age 75, of Ada, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Lima Memorial Health System, surrounded by her family. 

Christmas in July: Ho-ho-ho to health

By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

Christmas in July has become quite popular in the United States. You can find all kinds of celebrations from shopping sales to promotions around the theme of Christmas in the summer. A North Carolina summer camp was credited for starting the concept of Christmas in July in the United States.  

Many Southern Hemisphere countries such as Australia and New Zealand celebrate Christmas in July because it is the winter season there. Some common dates for Christmas in July are July 24 and 25.  The Hallmark channel is no exception with the countdown to Christmas movies starting in July. Where would Christmas be without the ho-ho-ho of Santa?

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