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Philip Pinks owned the Crazy Horse Reception Hall for over 20 years

Philip E. Pinks, 79, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at 3:40 p.m. at the Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay.

He was born on Sept. 7, 1941, in Royalton, Kentucky, to the late Dewey and Gracie (Allen) Pinks. On Oct. 6, 1963, Philip married Janet Duffy and she survives in Dunkirk.

Philip retired from Clark Equipment. He owned and operated the Crazy Horse Reception Hall for over 20 years. He was a graduate of McGuffey High School.  Philip enjoyed auctions and was a licensed auctioneer, he also liked fishing, camping, garage sales, playing guitar and spending time at Norris Lake in Tennessee.

Ohio Athletic Conference all-sports trophy race

ONU women finish 2nd, men finish 3rd

The Ohio Northern women tied for second while the Polar Bear men finished third in their respective 2020-21 Ohio Athletic Conference All-Sports Trophy races, the league office announced on Wednesday.

In the women's race, the Polar Bears compiled 63.00 points in 10 sports to tie with John Carroll for second, just 0.75 points behind first place Otterbein with 63.75 points.

Northern won league titles in soccer, golf and softball in the women's competition and had upper-division finishes in nine of the 10 sports.

The Ohio Northern men registered 69.25 points in 11 sports this year.

Ada waited 150 years for this celebration

Ada's oldest resident, Ohio Northern University, turns 150 this year. A year-long celebration of the events is planned by the university. Events continue from July through next June.  Click here to view those plans.

 

Year-long sesquicentennial celebration

Ohio Northern University's story began in 1871

One individual with a transformative academic vision began what has become a singular and successful collective pursuit to positively change the world.

One hundred and fifty years later, Ohio Northern University is now celebrating its founding with a year-long sesquicentennial celebration focusing on the past, present and future.

The Polar Bear community invites everyone to participate in events that will feature music, art, food, fun, nostalgic activities and forward-thinking interaction for all ages.

The Inn at ONU presents Stars and Stripes event

The Inn at ONU, 401 W. College Ave., Ada,  presents several events during its “Stars and Stripes,” long Fourth of July weekend.

Special events follow:
• Thursday, July 1 – Canvas and cocktails
• Friday, July 2 – Patriotic pops concert/boxed meals
• Saturday, July 3 – Beer bistro
• From July 1 to July 4 – The Inn offers a special nightly rate

Advanced registration is required. For more details or to register, call The Inn at
419-772-4266 OR 419-772-4112.

Ronnie Ray Slone 1978 - 2021

Ronnie Ray Slone, 43, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at his residence in Swanton.

He was born on March 7, 1978, in Kenton, Ohio, to the late Elzie and Patricia (Currence) Slone. 

Ronnie worked for the Fulton County Processing. 

Ronnie had a son, Cayden Ray Slone with Rita Slone. He also had a son, Grayson Patrick Slone and daughter, Emmy Rae Slone, with Danielle Helton. He is also survived by his two brothers: Lonnie Slone and Donnie Slone; and several nieces and nephews.

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