By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team
On July 19, 2021, country music singers Jordan Davis and Luke Bryan released their song titled Buy Dirt. The song spent 25 consecutive weeks on the Billboard Top Country Hits with two of those weeks being at number one. The song won the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year in 2022. In an interview, Davis was once quoted about the meaning of the song and he felt it reflected faith, family, friends, and ultimately finding your happiness.
How can dirt bring about one’s happiness? New studies indicate playing in the dirt and gardening can help your health.
The Ada Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership meeting on Wednesday, February 18 at 8:30 a.m. at Beatitudes Community Center:
"We’re pleased to welcome Ryan Yoakum of Ryan Yoakum State Farm, who will be speaking about how to protect your business — and yourself — in the event of a disaster. This timely and practical discussion will provide valuable insights to help you prepare, protect, and plan ahead.
"A hot breakfast will be provided, so come hungry and ready to connect with fellow members."
FROM FACEBOOK__Students and parents interested in College Credit Plus for the 2026–27 school year should attend an information meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Ada Schools auditorium.
This meeting is required for students participating in CCP for the first time. If you cannot attend, paperwork and a required video will be available after the meeting.
ADA__The Ada High School boys basketball team lost 58-51 to visiting non-conference foe Fort Jennings in a makeup contest on Tuesday, February 10.
The Bulldogs trailed 18-13 after the first quarter, but Ada clawed back in front after a 13-7 second period to lead by one point at halftime.
Ada consolidated its lead with a 16-13 third stanza to stay ahead 42-38 heading into the decisive final period.
But FJ exploded for a 20-9 fourth quarter to win by seven. Musketeer senior guard Calvin Menke sank nine of his 10 foul shots in the final stanza and tallied a game-high 25 points to torpedo the Bulldogs.
