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John and Caimin just out for a walk with their pets

With 22 feet of pythons
Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, September 18, 2016

By Monty Siekerman
John (right) and Caimin Goodman are taking their pet pythons for a walk.

John, who has had snakes as pets for 20 years, says people are shocked to see the snakes when the snakes are out getting fresh air and seeing the sights of Ada.

He said people want to pet them, and he lets them do so. John said pythons are harmless, but get a bad rap because some types of snakes are treacherous. He said he likes to educate the curious passers-by about his pets and reptiles in general.

Have any rats you want to get rid of? The pythons eat fresh killed rats (purchased at a pet store in Lima). They are fed about every three weeks.

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Saturday's entertainment stage will grab the crowd's attention

Guitar duo, steel drum band and America's Got Talent contestant
Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Like music?

You’ll love the entertainment at this Saturday’s Ada Harvest and Herb Festival. The performance stage is in the Cole Motor parking lot. All entertainment is free.

It starts with a guitar duo, hands off to a steel drum band and finishes with an America’s Got Talent contestant.

But first, it begins with the singing of The National Anthem by Haley Crouse, Ada High School graduate. Following Crouse, the 2016 Harvest and Herb Festival queen will be crowned.

Here’s the entertainment schedule:

• 1 p.m. - Jim Boedicker and Mike Wright

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Two questions: Where is this in Ada, and what does it say?

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, September 11, 2016

By Monty Siekerman
Know what this says and where it's located?

Hint: above a door where you pay bills.

The Latin phrase is ONU's motto: Strength through Diversity.

The university is known for its academic diversity, having offered classes in arts and science, engineering, pharmacy, law, and business for more than a century.

Answer: This wording is above the front door as you exit Lehr Memorial.

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So, you think you know Ada.

Posted by Fred Steiner on Thursday, September 8, 2016

Whose hand is this holding a Bible?

Hint: drive south on Main and keep watch to the west. It's part of the statue of Dr. Henry Solomon Lehr, founder of ONU. The statue is located between Hill and Dicke buildings. (Monty Siekerman)

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Ada Friends Program sign-up underway -here's your invite to participate

Posted by Fred Steiner on Tuesday, September 6, 2016

The Ada Friends Program is gearing up for the 2016-17 school year, according to Lauren Brackman, coordinator of the program. Assistant coordinator this year is Kara Dilts.

Ada Friends involves mentoring between Ohio Northern University students and students in the Ada schools from Kindergarten through eighth grade. This is the 25th year for the program.

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"Thrilling" is the best word to describe The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

Posted by Fred Steiner on Sunday, August 28, 2016

By Monty Siekerman
"Thrilling" is the best word to describe The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience which was performed Saturday evening at the Freed Center.

Joby Rogers, who portrays Jackson, holds Aris Onan, in the lobby after the show. The 7-year-old is the daughter of Leandra Onan of Arlington.

Aris' favorite Jackson album is "Thriller," and she is dressed for the part with shiny silver slippers and a bright red Thriller jacket.

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