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Ohio Northern students and ICAPP Fellows Hailey Trimpey and Kennedy Aikey got the chance to sit down with Ohio Speaker of the House Bob Cupp, who reflected on his accomplishments and the events that shaped his career in public service. This interview can be found in their newest podcast episode titled, “All That Goes Into Holding a Political Office.” The hosts dive into what motivated Cupp to pursue a career in politics and what advice he had for young people regarding the political process. 

Richard Douglas White, 51 of Ada passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on September 19, 1970 and was raised in Green Sea, SC and graduated from Green Sea Floyd High School. His parents were Donald L. (Cherie) White and Doris White. 

By Karen Kier
Pharmacist on behalf of the ONU HealthWise team

In 1984, Glenn Frey recorded The Heat is On for the soundtrack to Beverly Hills Cop.  The single hit #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in March 1985.  The song was written by Harold Faltermeyer and Keith Forsey for Glenn Frey.  This single was the highest charting solo by any member of the band known as The Eagles. 

The brand new parking lot at Buckeye East Coffee Shop, 123 E. Buckeye, is one of the locations for Sizzling Summer sidewalk and garage sales during the July 7-8-9 promotion coordinated by the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce. Call 567-204-7118 or email [email protected] to advertise a sale.

Two opportunities to do yoga in Ada on Thursday, June 23!

  • 6:30 p.m. at the Ada Public Library and
  • 8:00 p.m. at the Ada Park (back by softball diamonds)!

Bring a mat or a towel and your water bottle. Classes are free and for all ages.

Provided by Ohio State - Hardin County 4-H.

By Cort Reynolds

The visiting Ada boys summer swim team defeated Findlay in a West Ohio Aquatic League dual meet Monday night, June 20. 

The Gator boys upended the Frogs, 173-155. The Ada boys improved their dual meet record to 2-1 with the victory.

The hosts won the girls meet, 182-98 and Findlay took the overall combined boys/girls competition by a score of 337-271. 

Gavin Oldfield (13-14 age bracket) won three races to pace the Alligator boys. Lily Baumgartner (15-18) and Carly Hull (6 and under) each touched first in two races. Lincoln Harriger (11-12) and Luke Harriger (6 and under) each captured first in a pair of races.

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