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Oklahoma teachers, including Ada Junior High teacher Lynda Roberts, were disappointed in the failure of State Question 779 and continue to have little faith in the funding of a a pay raise for teachers as the education budget crisis continues. Teachers needed something to keep them from leaving or finding another job. I have grandchildren that I would like to be taught by certified teachers and that is not looking like it will happen.

Education budget crisis affects local schools

About the Writer Becky Robnett, Senior editor April 7, 2017

Since the 2008 recession, Oklahoma schools have been struggling with the budget crisis, and continued cuts to education funding aren't giving educators or students much hope for a resolution. Deanna...

J.C giving words of encouragement to Ada High students and peers.

OU Alumni J.C. Watts brings encouraging message to Ada High students

About the Writer Mackenzee Crosby, Senior Editor and Photographer March 6, 2017

Former U.S. Representative and University of Oklahoma (OU) Alumnus, J.C. Watts, addressed the Ada High student body imploring students to rise above their circumstances and achieve their dreams. Watts...

Princesses at the event will include Tiana, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White, Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and many more.

Princesses will reign over Ada

About the Writer Malli Pingleton, Junior Editor/Writer February 28, 2017

Lords and ladies, prepare for the arrival of royalty. Ada High Wrestling will be hosting a Princess Party on March 4, 2017.  The party will serve as a fundraiser with all proceeds benefiting the wrestling...

Karen Heizer and her childrens book Animal Kingdom.

Ada High School student publishes children’s book

About the Writer Becky Robnett, Senior Editor, Reporter, Columnist February 13, 2017

Karen Heizer, Ada High School senior, recently published a children's book, Animal Kingdom  In addition to writing the book, Heizer was also responsible for all of the illustration. She began this...

Ada High students participate in Regional Ethics Bowl competition.

Ada High takes on first Ethics Bowl

About the Writer Malli Pingleton, Junior Editor/Writer February 11, 2017

Maddie Bacon, (Senior) Nathan Fountain (Junior) and Summer Wilbanks (Junior) were three contestants who represented the Ada High Cougars in the Ethics Bowl Regional competition. It was Oklahoma's second...

Women may soon be required to enter the draft.

Women may be required to register for the draft

About the Writer Jersey Gregory, Staff Writer February 9, 2017

For a long time, women everywhere have advocated for equal rights and equal pay on all levels. Their newest equal rights may soon include draft equality. According to the New York Times, as of Tuesday,...

AHS junior, Maleigha Cowart, participates in a mock job interview.

Ada High participates in mock job interviews

About the Writer Jacky Lopez, Reporter/Photographer January 31, 2017

Ada High students were recently given a taste of the "real world" they've been told so much about.  All juniors participated in mock job interviews. To prepare for the interviews,  students created resumes...

The new Ada Police Station was made possible with funds from the Penny for Our City tax initiative.

Ada cuts ribbon on new police station

About the Writer Tyler Mitchell, Staff Writer January 31, 2017

The City of Ada recently cut a bright red ribbon for the new police station. Part of the ribbon cutting ceremony included a tour of the new facility showcasing the interior design. The new police...

Ada High Scghool student checks out The Cougar Call App

Latest Ada High news an app away

About the Writer Kelly Stilwell, Senior Editor January 19, 2017

Ada High School Journalism students recently launched the app called The Cougar Call.  This app will make Ada High news more easily available to students and the public. Funds for the app were generated from...

Ada High School track, where Gary Hill collapsed while running.

Man dies at Ada High School track

About the Writer Rachel Thompson, Senior Reporter December 1, 2016

Gary Hill, approximately age 60, died around 5 p.m. at the Ada High School track on Wednesday evening. While little information has been provided, emergency officials arrived at the scene, immediately...

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