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By now we have all heard the popular saying, “There’s an App for that”. For those of you who have been wishing there was a convenient way to find special deals, local events, coupons for local stores, or maybe even the lunch special at your favorite restaurant right here in Ada, we are pleased to [...]
Double Duty, Honor and Country
Twin brothers, Jordan and Jackson were born on July 8, 1993 to Todd and Stephanie Boone. They entered the world with determination and a consistent desire to do their best at anything and everything. The twins began playing baseball at the age of five for the Diamond Backs and have continued to play throughout junior [...]
Over Nine Decades
Driving down Highway 19 towards Pauls Valley, the white pipe fence along the side of the road is as much a part of the landscape as the trees and the hills. Marvin Barnes built that fence, altering the landscape and making it something new. This, however, is not the only thing changed through Marvin’s work; [...]
In Focus. Ada Family Eye Care
Ada Family Eye Care was established in October of 92, but it’s history runs much deeper than that. Dr. Chris Gurley is a third generation optometrist in Ada, following the footsteps of his father and grandfather. Grandfather, Kenneth Hensley paved the way in the mid 1940’s when he opened Oklahoma Optical. Floyd Gurley continued the [...]
Ada HUB
By now we have all heard the popular saying, “There’s an App for that”. For those of you who have been wishing there was a convenient way to find special deals, local events, coupons for local stores, or maybe even the lunch special at your favorite restaurant right here in Ada, we are pleased to [...]
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Double Duty, Honor and Country
Twin brothers, Jordan and Jackson were born on July 8, 1993 to Todd and Stephanie Boone. They entered the world with determination and a consistent desire to do their best at anything and everything. The twins began playing baseball at the age of five for the Diamond Backs and have continued to play throughout junior [...]
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Over Nine Decades
Driving down Highway 19 towards Pauls Valley, the white pipe fence along the side of the road is as much a part of the landscape as the trees and the hills. Marvin Barnes built that fence, altering the landscape and making it something new. This, however, is not the only thing changed through Marvin’s work; [...]
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In Focus. Ada Family Eye Care
Ada Family Eye Care was established in October of 92, but it’s history runs much deeper than that. Dr. Chris Gurley is a third generation optometrist in Ada, following the footsteps of his father and grandfather. Grandfather, Kenneth Hensley paved the way in the mid 1940’s when he opened Oklahoma Optical. Floyd Gurley continued the [...]
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Ada Historic Home: The Fleet House
In the basement of the Fleet House, one can find the room where all the deals were made—the room where, perhaps, Ada was built. Walking down the solid mahogany stairs, your feet land solidly on each step. And, turning the corner, there it is. A dimly lit basement, though not dank, damp, or dreary. The [...]
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Saving Money on Vacations
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start planning a family vacation, which can break the bank if you’re not careful. Whether planning a trip to an exotic location or a staycation there are several ways you can save. The most important decision to make before planning a vacation is deciding on your [...]
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Ada Air Expo 2012
Wheels up for the ninth annual Ray Stout Memorial Warbird Fly-In and Air Show presented by the Ada Air Expo. On Saturday, May 19, our city will welcome Team Chaos for an afternoon of high-flying entertainment and excitement. Throughout the day, attendees will enjoy food provided by local vendors, take part in family-oriented activities and [...]
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Making Champions
Champion Athletics hosted it’s second annual “I am 3RD” meet on April 14. Five gymnastics teams attended with 80 kids competing for ribbons, medals and the chance to stand at the top of the podium. Not only did the kids compete for themselves, but the meet was designed to raise money for a local family [...]
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Chickasaw composer Jared Tate
When some people hear the word “composer,” images of Mozart, Beethoven, and Bach flood into their minds—geniuses toiling away by candlelight, miraculous visions of music pouring from hand to parchment. However, what they might not realize is that sometimes it can begin much simpler than that. A great work of music can start with a [...]
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Wants vs. Needs
It was a cool November day and Caroline Lawson was taking part in an ACT Workshop, when all of the sudden, she was sideswiped by a presentation from Compassion International. The communicator spoke of disadvantaged children in need of clean water so they could have the opportunity to grow up healthy. In Ada we can [...]
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