By Paula Pyzik Scott

The Ohio Captial Journal  has confirmed that most Rite Aid pharmacies in Ohio will close. Employees at stores to close, including those in Ada, are told not to speak to the media.

The date of the Ada store closure has not been announced, but employees are confirming the closure off the record.

The Ohio Capitol Journal reports that prescriptions will be transferred to Walgreens. The closest Walgreens to Ada is in Lima, 12.8 miles away.

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