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By Cort Reynolds

The Ada High School volleyball team lost in straight sets at MAC power Coldwater Thursday evening, August 25.

The Lady Bulldogs lost 25-8, 25-7, 25-10 to even their record at 2-2 this season.

Junior hitter Daicy Robinson led Ada with four kills.

Junior setter Autumn Andreasen dished out seven assists. Senior libero Courtney Sumner came up with seven digs and hit two kills.

Sophomore Tessa Griffith contributed two kills. Junior Josie Phillips added five digs.

There was no junior varsity match.

Ada hosts Perry Tuesday, August 30.

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This month the Ada Rotary Club welcomed two new members, Cathy Clark (sponsored by Becky Neville) and Del Cogar (sponsored by Rhonda McKinley).

At the same meeting, the program included an update from Brian Barrington and Tracy Hollar of Pegasus Specialty Vehicles.

Deb Curlis also gave an update on the Beatitudes community center and thrift store.

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The Ada Academic boosters have an online spirit wear sale with the goal of raising $1,000 in support of academic activities at the Ada Schools.

The following options are available:

  • $10 donation
  • Unisex Bulldog lightweight quarterzip windbreaker pullover jacket
  • Youth Bulldog unisex short sleeve jersey

Order online HERE.

The online store will be open until September 4.

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You are invited to free outdoor movies in McGuffey. This Saturday night, August 27, the movie Home Team will be featured.

  • 9:15 p.m.
  • 404 Courtright St., McGuffey

"Come early for the best spots in the grass. Bring your blankets or chairs. The kids will love it, as well as the adults. It's such a nice change of pace, watching the movies under the stars instead of on TV. And it's all free.

"Lots of soft drinks and popcorn. Tell your friends. You'll have a blast. We will be having several more throut September, so check back often. See you at the movies."

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Look out, here comes the August 27 Made in Ada Wilson Football Festival. Sign up the kids for the 1:00 p.m. Punt, Pass & Kick competition at Dial-Roberson Stadium--or just cheer them on. Enjoy food, drinks and entertainment at Depot Park tailgate party from 5-10 p.m.

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By Karen Kier, Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

We learn early in school to find credible sources when writing a paper. Many may remember encyclopedias or going to the library to read a book to take notes.  We have become a society of instant gratification with Google or asking Siri or Alexa for an answer.  

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