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Mayor Migliore updates CBA on Cadiz progress

By JD LONG

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CADIZ – Mayor John Migliore appeared at the Cadiz Business Association’s meeting last week held in the side room of the Ranch To Table restaurant. Migliore had a litany of issues to cover with some having been discussed at the last several Cadiz council meetings.

The laying down of new lines by Columbia Gas was one of those issues the village has been looking forward to.

“I think it’s going to start as early spring as possible,” Migliore told the group. “And there’s a lot of streets that are going to be affected…in our community.” More than a dozen streets will be affected including Main Street, Market Street across to Grant Street,

Court and Buffalo Streets to name a few.

Migliore said the first street would probably be Ohio 9 from McDonald’s through St. Clair Ave. and Columbia Gas wished to have that completed before ODOT conducts a planned paving of that street later in the summer. A virtual meeting is scheduled for Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. (https://nisource.webex.com/meet/ech ronaberry). After linking to the site anyone interested will have to download the Cisco Webex Meetings app and follow instructions. To call-in: 866-692-3580 and the call-in access code is: 711 544 843. For any questions please call: 614-309-7576.

Regarding transportation Migliore said, though, there will be flaggers stationed at key points, they are not

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going to shut the roads down entirely so the public would be able to pass through.

Migliore also touched on the old Family Dollar, which closed its doors nearly two years ago. He cleared up an error printed in this paper stating the Family Dollar is not currently owned by the Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) (errantly published that it did). He said the CIC is working on buying the property but it’s still under a lease and until that lease has run out the owner cannot sell the property.

“Until that lease is up nothing will be done about that,” Migliore explained.

He said the CIC also paid for the chip and seal work done at Sally Buffalo

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Cadiz Mayor John Migliore updated the CBA on progress regarding new businesses, as well as a proposed new stage for Sally Buffalo Park. A grant will contribute $140,000 with the Visitor’s Center another $50,000, which comes to less than half the total cost.

Two thousand and counting!

By JD LONG

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President Joe Biden’s inauguration took place without a hitch Wednesday but that’s because the storm broke two weeks prior when the Capitol building was broken into with many calling it a coup attempt.

U.S. Congressman Bill Johnson-R, released two statements last week dealing with the idea of invoking the 25th Amendment to remove then President Donald Trump from office, and his explanation for voting to halt the election results. On his objection to certifying the Electoral College vote in Pennsylvania and “possibly” other states, he said they “potentially violated the U.S. Constitution; disregarded their own state election laws; and/or failed to count all legal ballots.”

“The Democrats and their allies in the mainstream media hide behind bullying, spin, and carefully crafted talking points to distract from this fact,” Johnson said in his statement.

He also accused mainstream media of acting as a “public relations department of the Democratic Party.”

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But he made no mention of Fox News who have tirelessly spewed baseless voter fraud allegations after Trump’s attorney’s lost more than 60 lawsuits in attempts to overturn the election results in numerous states.

“While some courts have reviewed these allegations, many dismissed them on a partisan basis. The most

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Hopedale seeks to replace Council Member Larry Ward

By JD LONG

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HOPEDALE – The sad news last week of the passing of Council Member Larry Ward put Hopedale’s council in action to replace the beloved Ward. After Mayor Mike Pelegreen settled the assignments for all the committee positions, talk turned back to Ward where they expressed how much he will be missed.

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Pelegreen spoke of Ward’s tireless efforts in committee work spending hours running around and working the phones.

“He’ll be sorely missed,” Council Member Ron Hawkins said. “He brought a lot to the table,” Council Member Lynette Roghelia added.

Council later returned to the subject where Council Member Ron Hawkins said council has 30 days to

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Harrison Central senior Kobe Mitchell and Head Coach Justin Clifford recap Mitchell’s milestone moment of reaching 2,000 points last weekend inside Cleveland’s Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. NH/PHOTO D.J.WATSON

Harrison Central’s Kobe Mitchell hits 2k point benchmark

By ED BANKS

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CLEVELAND - In an occasion that for most basketball players would parallel to breaking the sound barrier, Harrison Central senior Kobe Mitchell reached the once unreachable ‘2000’

point benchmark in his prep basketball career.

The remarkable happened inside the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Saturday, Jan. 16, in Cleveland during a basketball game against Olmstead Falls.

The game was part of the “2021 - All for One Basketball Series.”

Finishing the game with 26 points has Mitchell currently sitting at a total of 2006-points, with lots of basketball left yet to be played in his final season. He reached the 2K mark at the file line during the final period of play. His current accomplishment is ranked 20th in OVAC history, and at the top of Harrison Central’s record books.

Harrison County COVID numbers plummet

By JD LONG

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CADIZ – For the first time in weeks, or even months Harrison County’s COVID numbers have dropped significantly, according to Harrison County Health Administrator Garen Rhome.

Last week Rhome reported 833 cases for the week but only an additional 45

cases for this week, bringing the total to 878. The county had been experiencing triple digit numbers for several weeks in a row but it also dropped to 70 cases for last week’s count. Now it has dropped for the second consecutive week, and significantly.

Presumed recovered cases have also jumped to 816, which is up from 580.

Rhome said that this is the result of the

holiday cases now coming to rest. The number of deceased remain at 16 with active cases making the most significant drop, which is now down to 46 where it had been 237 just one week ago.

Rhome said the dropping in numbers isn’t due to any vaccine but what they’re discovering less contacts between positive people, which means less

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egregious of these was in Pennsylvania,” Johnson explained. He noted this came with the help of the “liberal democratic” governor, state attorney general and state supreme court members. He also did not mention the Republican officials in Georgia, namely the secretary of state who stated there was no massive fraud to overturn Georgia’s results.

Johnson said he didn’t expect his and other’s efforts to actually reverse the election results but acted in a way he felt was his duty.

“But I was elected to do the right thing for our Constitution and for our nation.

Simply rubber stamping these slipshod and partisan-laced electoral outcomes is wrong,” he continued.

Harrison County Democratic Chairman Rich Milleson gave a response when contacted this week and did not hold back.

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Park roads at the end of last summer. Also, some of the vacant lots in Cadiz after dilapidated homes were razed, have seen inquiries by people who would like to come in and build new homes, according to Migliore.

Migliore also provided some information on a possible new business coming to Cadiz. The old ODOT garage on Ohio 9 is a possible target for an unidentified “national chain.”

He said a contract has been signed by a company from

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Village Solicitor Jack Felgenhauer said council needed to declare a vacancy but according to law, council does not need to advertise.

“It’s just a good policy to advertise…” he said for disclosure purposes. Pelegreen said they know Ward would want someone that is good and

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“I have the highest respect for the 6th Congressional district office and respect for the occupant Mr. Johnson,” Milleson began.

“I do, however, disagree with Mr. Johnson's recent statement that Democrats are “grandstanding” over the recent impeachment charge passed by the US House of Representatives.”

Milleson noted the thousands of Trump followers after he gave the rally speech encouraging the crowd to march to the Capitol and encouraged strength and not weakness. “[I] heard him repeat all of the same baseless lies regarding election fraud. He said that they had to act in order to “stop the steal.”

“The right place for us to settle election disputes or appeals, as stated by our US Constitution, is in the courts. Of course all of the claims that Mr. Trump’s group of attorneys made were rejected over 60 times in courts presided over by Republican judges and Democratic judges alike,” Milleson said. He went

on to say that Trump does have the chance to defend himself during the senate hearings. If they feel he is not responsible for the attack on the Capitol then they will acquit him.

“It will be interesting to see how the members of Mr. Johnson’s party vote in the Senate, now that they are less concerned about Mr. Trump’s attacks on their loyalty,” Milleson stated. Regarding the grandstanding remark by Johnson, Milleson offered a scenario for 2024 and what if the situation were reversed and a Democratic president lost but accused the election of being a fraud, whereby an angry mob stormed the Capitol much as it actually happened.

“What action would Mr. Johnson take? Would he consider himself to be grandstanding if he held the Democratic Presidential candidate responsible for inciting those criminals?”

Johnson acknowledged America as a deeply divided nation and called the riots “horrific and heartbreaking” and

wants each individual who took part in the siege to be punished to the fullest. He said he would vote “no” to the 25th Amendment issue and urged all lawmakers to partake in a smooth transition of power as invoking it would do nothing good for the country. But he also accused both the House and Senate of “political showboating” and urged them to stop.

Milleson continued his response referring to a recent Johnson radio ad where he urged the country to unite.

“In the next breath he says our new, duly elected President is not to be trusted. A remarkably hypocritical and divisive ad. It’s a shame, even in the face of recent events, that our representative is choosing to follow the outgoing President instead of capturing a chance to lead us into a more unified future,” Millson said bluntly.

Mr. Johnson thinks it’s “grandstanding” to hold all involved accountable. We should expect more from our elected officials.”

Cincinnati for a study to be conducted. Migliore also could not identify the type of business looking at the property.

“So that’s something that you know, we’re all looking forward to that hopefully, that that will happen but they have signed a purchase agreement…” Migliore stated. And on Industrial Park Road he said National Limestone “has also signed a contract to put a facility in out there.” Migliore said both contracts are a six-month duration and sounded promising.

Migliore then turned to the growing irritant that is the old post office. Several officials have

reported receiving complaints from residents and Migliore acknowledged that post office officials have been “disagreeable” in the past to settle the issue. He did add that he has made some contact with those officials and felt positive that the matter would be resolved.

“I think that we’re going to be able to get something accomplished out there and I won’t say in the very near future…” he said but added that a tour of the building was expected this week to find out exactly what the problems are that the post office officials are facing. Migliore said some possibilities were to refurbish the

building and use it for other purposes.

“We know it’s an eyesore and we certainly want to see something happen there,” he said.

Migliore also touched on the new stage that is proposed for Sally Buffalo Park, which details of the story along with a grant via House Bill 310 will contribute $140,000. Another $50,000 from the Harrison County Visitor’s Bureau will add to the cost as well. Fundraising will be needed to round out the cost as Mark Puskarich, cofounder of Blues For a Cure, said the total cost would be around $350,000.

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Council decided two weeks of advertising then interviews would be conducted. The term would be good for 11 months then the new council person would have to run in the next election.

It was noted that four seats are up for re-election in the fall and Pelegreen stated he hoped everyone chooses to run again.

“I’ve been here for a long time and I’ll tell you what this is a good council,” Pelegreen told them. After further discussion it was decided to advertise but felt no hurry to fill the position.

Council also approved a past tradition of contributing to the baseball and softball, boys and girl’s leagues with $1,000 to each league.

Bids were also announced from seven individuals for buying the village’s old truck. Council Member Willie Luther read the bid amounts with the lowest being $500 and the high bid coming in at $2,450. Three other bids reached past the $2,000 mark as well. Council voted to approve the high bid.

Council also discussed hiring help for the summer and whether to hire one fulltime

worker or two part timers. No action was taken at this time.

Also, Pelegreen ran down some of the accomplishments the village had seen over the past year. As has been his custom, Pelegreen read aloud such the 8inch tap that now crosses Ohio 151. A new tractor with the USDA contributing 55 percent of the cost; Ohio 151 and 22 was paved and striped; an alert system put into service; school property was transferred to the village and the landfill was closed were some of the accomplishments he noted.

200 people by Saturday. Rhome said people can sign up for vaccinations at: harrisonpublichealth.org. Go to “COVID-19” and take the survey in order to be contacted at a future point in time. People with questions can also call: 740-942-2616.

The next phase will include individuals five years younger (75 and older) and would continue dropping by five years

for each vaccination set.

In looking at the death ratio for the country and surrounding states as well as Ohio, the world level saw a drop from 2.1 to 2.0 percent but the United States remained the same at 1.6 percent. Only Pennsylvania saw a change among the three states but it was an uptick by just a tenth of a point from 2.4 to 2.5 percent. Ohio (1.2) and West Virginia (1.6) remained the same as last week.

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contact tracing for the health teams. He said people are keeping their contacts low, which he said is a good thing.

Rhome also stated that vaccines for Phase 1B (80 years and older), began later this week where they hoped to vaccinate

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Harrison County awarded federal funds Harrison County has been awarded federal funds made available through the Department of Homeland Security (DJHL) Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program.

Harrison County has been chosen to receive $7,584 with Phase 38 allocations to supplement emergency food and shelter program in the county.

The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities US; National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America. The Salvation Army; and United Way Worldwide. The Local Board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in highneed areas around the country.

A Local Board will determine how the funds awarded to Harrison County are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service

agencies in the area. The Local Board is responsible for recommending agencies to receive these funds and any additional funds made available under this phase of the program.

Under the terms of the grant from the National Board, local agencies chosen to receive funds must: 1) be private voluntary non-profit or units of government, 2) be eligible to receive Federal funds, 3) have an accounting system, 4) practice nondiscrimination, 5) have demonstrated the capability to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs and 6) if they are a private voluntary organization, have a voluntary board, qualifying agencies are urged to apply.

Harrison County has distributed Emergency Food and Shelter funds previously with Harcatus Tri-County C.A.C. Inc. participating, this agency provided 13,977 meals with the federal funds with the last phase.

Public or private voluntary agencies interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds must contact Becky Brandon or Melissa Perry, 740-942-8886 for an application. The deadline for applications to be received is Feb. 2, 2021.

Commissioner to take bids for upcoming projects

By JD LONG

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CADIZ – A couple of projects on the horizon for Harrison County involve the new jail that is proposed out at the former U.S. Armory building. The other is road and guardrail work to be performed by ODOT. Commissioner Paul Coffland both including the Request For Qualifications for the jail work.

The legal notice “seeks statements of qualification from

qualified firms to provide design and construction administrative services for the owners new adult detention facility project.”

Coffland said qualifications would be accepted up until 3 p.m. on Feb. 22, 2021. The board approved the publishing of the qualification notice.

Coffland also announced sealed bids would be received at the commissioner’s office until 10 a.m. on Feb. 17 for guardrail work on various county roads.

DD Board sets public forum The Harrison County Board of Developmental Disabilities will conduct its annual Public Forum on Wed., Feb. 24, 2021, from 1 to 3 p.m. Due to continuing concerns with COVID-19, the forum will be conducted via Zoom. To participate, call the

Board office at 740-942-2158 and the link will be provided to you.

The Harrison County Board of DD coordinates and funds supports to over 150 people with developmental disabilities. To learn more, log onto www.hcbdd.org.

Bowerston Village Council discusses wastewater upgrades BOWERSTON - At the January meeting of the Bowerston Village Council, Council discussed a meeting between Village officials and representatives from engineering firm EL Robinson that had taken place on Jan. 6.

Council President Paula Beamer reported that the funding paperwork for upgrades to the Village’s wastewater system is nearly complete and that Resolution #1-2021 would allow documents to be executed prior to the February meeting of Council.

Council unanimously agreed to authorize Mayor Jacquie Humphrey and Village Administrator Allen Case to apply for, accept and enter into a WPCLF agreement on the Village’s behalf.

In other discussion, Derek Warner was present on behalf of the Village’s Volunteer Fire Department to discuss with Council a Main Street property in disrepair.

Warner told Council that the fire department would like to acquire the abandoned property, as it sits across the alley from the fire hall, but have been unsuccessful in determining ownership.

A discussion took place regarding this issue, Case suggested checking with the bankruptcy court and Beamer thought tax records may be helpful. Warner requested that the

Village look into condemning the structure with the Harrison County Health Department.

Council agreed to have Solicitor Jenna Hokes look into the matter.

Other Action: - Appointed Paula Beamer as Council President for 2021.

- Approved Unified Bank as the Village’s authorized financial institution for 2021.

- Approved the Ohio Basic Code as the Village’s governing laws for 2021.

- Set monthly meetings for the third Tuesday of each month at 6pm for 2021.

- Set Committees for the year.

- Reviewed a list of goals for 2021 from the Mayor.

- Approved monthly report from Village Administrator.

- Learned that the Village’s website has been built and will be launched in the coming months.

- Discussed updating current livestock ordinance.

- Approved 2021 insurance premium with White-Aker Myers in the amount of $5,128 plus and additional $168.00 for Malicious Act coverage.

- Noted that cash payments will not be accepted for utility bills after February 1, 2021.

The next regular meeting of the Bowerston Village Council will be held on Tuesday, Feb.16, at 6 p.m. at the Community Park Building.

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Jewett agrees to ODOT contract

By JD LONG

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JEWETT – The village of Jewett on Wednesday evening, finally agreed to enter into a state road agreement that they’ve been discussing since November. Village Solicitor Jenna Hokes told council that ODOT was only updating the contract, which dates back to the early 90s.

At the last two meetings Council Member Rick Meneely (not present Wednesday) argued against signing the contract because he felt that the village was receiving $3,000 as a stipend in exchange for agreeing to fix any potholes created by ODOT’s plowing and salting of roads. Hokes stated that she could not find where Meneely came up with the $3,000 but likely confused the issue with some other road issue.

“We get money because of the state route that’s tax money that they have to give to us,” Hokes

explained. Public Relations Officer for ODOT, District 11 Lauren Borell cleared the issue up last week when she stated that there is no stipend in exchange for signing this contract with ODOT. But she said that if not signed then ODOT does not plow or salt those state roads that are within village limits-for any village in the county.

“The Ohio Department of Transportation has not updated their contracts since (1992), which is the last time we signed one,” Hokes told council. “That exact form went out to every village that has a state road through it.” She described the contract as standard where the village gives ODOT the right to cross village limits to maintain those state roads within the village.

“It is not doing what Rick (Meneely) said it was doing,” she said then suggested council sign the agreement to move forward on the matter. She said council should also suspend the

rules and vote it in as an emergency considering how long they’ve waited to sign the contract, which they did.

Council Member Bo Bailey raised the issue of dilapidated housing and the trash that has built up around some of them.

He told council he wants people to take some pride and clean up their properties “not only for their fellow neighbors that has to look at the junk” but said it also devalues people’s homes as well.

Bailey stated that the village has been putting a lot of money into their community and felt it would be nice if the residents pitched in to do their part. He did acknowledge that it isn’t everyone and thanked the ones who are doing their part.

Police Chief Ron Carter said about January, “I’ve never seen a month like I’ve seen this month.”

Carter, who announced two drug busts at the last meeting and one drug overdose due to fentanyl this week, had another frightening

experience when he entered a home and checked the ceiling of a bathroom. He poked the ceiling tiles and around 30 used needles fell out with some making contact with him.

“I think we’re keeping a lot of it out,” Carter said of the fentanyl drug in comparison to other communities. “But unfortunately it’s still trickling in here.” Carter said he is concerned for the safety of his officers because fentanyl, when in contact with the skin, could trigger a reaction and even overdose.

During the most recent drug arrest he asked the occupants if there were anything else in the house beyond the drugs and scales they found and was told no.

He then walked into the bathroom and noticed the ceiling tiles were “messed up.”

That’s when he gave it a tug and out came the syringes. Carter said one needle was found stuck into his jacket.

Adena moving to streamline spending

By JD LONG

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ADENA – Mayor Brenda Roski announced at last week’s council meeting the resignation of Leann Hopkins from the water board. Roski said that Carol Potkoski would step in and take over. Roski called her smart and knowledgeable and will give it a try.

“We need help,” Roski told council, “and if we don’t do what we are told to do we’re done people, we’re done,” she said referring to the ongoing financial troubles that have been documented over the past few months. Roski then told council she didn’t want them to think she had overstepped her boundaries stating that she’d recently received feedback that she hadn’t been doing her job.

But since she’s taken over as mayor the old school has been

worked on and is in play for a possible new business and other areas of the village have witnessed a cleanup not seen in years.

Roski went on to explain the water board’s responsibilities and the managing of rates “but the actual physical…belongs to the board but we set the rates with the sewer.”

“I am not shirking my responsibility,” Roski told council as she later referred to earlier criticism she had fielded from a resident but it was not clear how many. “I wish I had a guide for every hour I’m spending up here.” She told council that under the Ohio Revised Code (735.29) she could appoint a member of the water board. Council approved her recommendation.

A meeting was to be held with the water board for further discussion on the matter.

Roski also said that every

village meeting, regardless of what it involves, would be publicized at the square. She said they would be violating the Sunshine Laws by not posting their meetings, though she noted they have been posted on social media but felt that was not enough.

She also cautioned council to make sure of what they’re signing because of the financial struggles the village is suffering through.

She urged communication with each other while noting how much they accomplished last year.

“Because we did a lot last year, I’m so proud of us,” Roski said.

“I really am.” Roski informed council that a village audit of 2018 and 2019 is to be expected with old audits still being worked on. Roski said $11,000 was spent on “over and above what we’re supposed to pay” from the last audit. She said the village was told the bill would

be for $8,000 but had ballooned to double figures by the end.

“Because everything they needed wasn’t available or not done, it cost us more money,” Roski explained. She compared Adena with Hopedale, which she said has more revenue and businesses but their audit cost $8,000 compared to Adena’s eventual $19,000-plus.

“Wake up people, why is that?” she asked and suggested looking for a different firm calling their audit total, “ridiculous.” Clerk Treasurer Denise Geanangle said it would have to go out for bid then run through the state auditor’s office.

“It could be a process because there was a contract signed,” she told Roski. Her request for a motion for council to get the best price they could was met and approved.

R. Stinespring hit with federal charges, Bishop pleads guilty

By JD LONG

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CADIZ – Over the past few weeks Ronald and Ty Stinespring have made appearances in the Elliot County, Kentucky courtroom with little or no movement in Ty’s case where she faces two felony-one counts. She is the former Harrison Hills school teacher who has been mixed up in husband Ron’s massive case where he faces 50 charges, mostly felonies and mostly of a sexual nature that were committed on Kentucky soil.

On Nov. 18, 2020 Ron Stinespring was indicted on two federal charges: sexual production of pictures involving a minor and possession of video or pictures involving a minor.

According to an Elliot County official all trials have been put off until at least April due to the COVID epidemic. A hearing is set for Feb. 11, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. in Ashland County on the federal charges. A status hearing is also set for March 8 for both defendants in Elliot County.

In Harrison County a negotiated plea was reached on Tuesday between the prosecutor’s office and Cruise Bishop and his attorney, Mark Perlaky. Bishop had been facing two counts of pandering obscenities involving a minor, felonies of the second and fourth degrees. But Bishop pleaded guilty to an amended indictment of a third degree felony and the fourth degree charge was dropped.

Bishop was being held on a

bond of $25,000 and he will now serve four months in jail followed by two years of Community Based Control sanctions. A reserve sentence of three years will be held over his head as well. Bishop was arrested back in June and negotiations had been ongoing spanning two different prosecutors.

Perlaky told the court his client was “forthright” with the authorities upon his arrest and he also requested help. Bishop will be enrolled in the sex offender program and will also be deemed a Tier 2 sex offender and cannot live within 1,000 feet of a school or daycare center for the next 25 years.

Also, Scio resident Joshua Tharp, 23, was slammed with six new charges including

escape (F2), assault (F4), vandalism (F5) and two additional assault charges, both fifth degree felonies and intimidation. Tharp is being held on $150,000 bond. He is currently facing voyeurism and burglary charges, which have not been settled.

Prosecutor Lauren Knight noted Tharp’s obvious criminal history in requesting the bond amount and remarked that most of his offenses were committed while he was incarcerated.

Regarding his original charges for being incarcerated there was no progress made in that case.

The escape charge carries a possible eight-year sentence by itself with an additional 54 months involving the other five charges.

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Obituaries Raymond A. Bailey Raymond A. Bailey, 39, of New Philadelphia, Ohio, died Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021 in Schoenbrun Health Center. He was born in Dennison, Ohio on Oct. 10, 1981, son of the late Donald Bailey Sr. He had formerly worked as a grill boy for Wendy’s Restaurants in New Philadelphia. Raymond enjoyed following the NASCAR circuit and was a huge fan of Dale Earnhardt Sr. Surviving is his mother, Vickie Scopel Bailey of Uhrichsville, two brothers, Dale Bailey of New Philadelphia and Jonas (Samantha) Bailey of Uhrichsville, two half brothers,

Donald (Lisa) Bailey Jr. of Dennison and Ronald Bailey of Uhrichsville, two half sisters, Tamara Arthur of Uhrichsville and Leoria Smith of Sherodsville, Ohio.

Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m. at the Blackburn Funeral Home, 324 High St., Hopedale, Ohio 43976. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Jewett, Ohio. Pastor Dean Blythe will officiate Masks are required and social distancing observed.

Blackburn Funeral Home of Hopedale is assisting the family.

William L. (Bill) Simmons Today, January 16th, my best friend and kindred spirit embarked on his next journey…ending the happiest 27 years of my life. This is my attempt to pay tribute to the well lived life of an honorable man.

William L. (Bill) Simmons was born in Beaver, Pa., on Aug. 18, 1942 to the late Ralph and Bea Watson Simmons. When he was a toddler, they moved back home to the Bloomingdale, OH area where he resided his entire life.

Bill was a graduate of Wayne High School, the College of Steubenville, and Ohio University where he earned his degree in psychology. He was an educator and spent the majority of his career as a middle school guidance counselor at Buchanan Jr. High in Wintersville. Bill valued and maintained the friendships he formed with his fellow teachers and remained keenly interested in his former students…seldom forgetting a name or a face. After retirement, he spent several years as adult education coordinator at the Jefferson County JVS. As much as he loved his work as a counselor, Bill equally loved nature and the outdoors. I was lucky to reap the benefits of both his beautiful flowers and bountiful vegetable gardening each year. His desire to be productive while spending time outdoors led to his decision to begin planting evergreen trees in the late 70’s as a “summer hobby”. He had no idea that his decision would result in a successful retail Christmas tree farm, Wayneridge Tree Farm, which he owned and operated from 1982 to 2010. Bill loved the Christmas season, and it was a great joy to him to provide reasonably priced trees and wonderful memories for hundreds of families as well as providing Christmas employment for local teens.

Over the years, Bill owned many varieties of animals including a Tennessee Walker and a hackney pony. He once said he would never live long enough to own every breed of dog he would like to. He was especially fond of beagles and was a longtime member of the Steubenville Beagle Club where he formed lifetime friendships and spent many happy hours listening to his hounds tracking through the

brush and over the hills.

When Bill and I married, he took on many new roles in addition to husband….including son-in-law and stepfather, but nothing brought him more joy than, a few years later, becoming Noah’s “Papa”. It was love at first sight for the guy who thought he never wanted to be a grandpa.

Bill had a quiet and unique sense of humor obvious to those of us who knew him well. He made me laugh every day. He was one of the hardest workers I’ve ever known, but always made time for us to have fun. He was generous to a fault, yet frugal with himself. He was a man of his word and often trusted others with the promise of a handshake. Bill was the guy in the back of the room never missing a beat. He had immense knowledge and strong opinions, but was humble and secure enough to simply listen and not interject his opinion. He would have, without a doubt, objected to my rather lengthy obituary. Bill was kind, compassionate, gentle, and strong. He believed in and lived out the Democratic ideals of equality, fairness, and inclusion.

He handled his diagnosis, surgeries, and treatment with grace, optimism, and perseverance.

Those of us left to mourn our loss, but also celebrate Bill’s life, will always remember the strength of his character, the kindness in his smile, and the wisdom of his words. Survivors include myself, Pam Simmons; stepdaughter, Heather (Ray) Brown of Nc.; beloved grandson, Noah Miller of Nc.; stepson, Clint Trushel of Wintersville; aunts Dorothy Simmons and Alice Moore; numerous cousins including Judy Simmons Galbraith, Jack Watson, and Don Moore; brother-in-law Bill (Suzan) Logsdon; sister-in-law Alyce (Phil) Danielson; sister-inlaw, Karen Hayes.

Thank you to everyone who reached out to us with concern and kindness over the years. Special thanks to Tonnie and the Valley Hospice team, to my neighbors and my sister, Karen, who made it possible for me to keep Bill at home, and to Bill’s friends… .Branko, Ja, and Nick who never forgot him and always stayed in touch.

Honoring Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation.

Final arrangements will be in the care of Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville. For anyone wishing to honor Bill’s memory, please consider a donation to St. Jude or a charity of your choice, or simply perform an anonymous kind deed as he so often did.

“One more day, one more time One more sunset, maybe I’d be satisfied But then again, I know what it would do Leave me wishing still for one more day with you.”

Joyce Ilene Maxwell On Jan. 17, 2021 Joyce I. Maxwell (79) of Cadiz went to be with the Lord.

Joyce was born on April 21, 1941 in Bellaire, Ohio to John B and Ilene Dunlap. She worked as a babysitter, caregiver, and housekeeper for some very special families.

Joyce loved spending time with her family, especially vacations with them to the beach. She liked catching up with all her friends and family on Facebook.

Joyce was a member of the Christian Lighthouse Church for 35 years with Pastor and Sister Kermit Hall. She enjoyed going to the Ladies Retreats and spending time with her church family. Her nurturing heart, not only cared for her family and friends, but her flowers too.

Joyce was preceded in death by her mother, Ilene McMannis Dunlap, her father, John B. Dunlap, and her sister, Bonnie Stewart.

Surviving are: her daughters Becky Maxwell Barr, Brenda (Bill) Wink Luther, and Cindy

(Tom) Zende; her sons Alvin “Bud” Maxwell Jr. and John Maxwell, all of Cadiz. Her grandchildren: Jason (Renee) Barr, Justin (Erin) Barr, Joshua Barr, William (Shelby) Luther, Jessica (Angel) Boned, Stephanie Zende, Michelle Zende, TJ Zende, James (Debra) Maxwell, Heather (William) Pethel, Montana Maxwell, Megan Maxwell, and Azalea Myers. Her greatgrandchildren: Emma, Gavin, Logan, Olivia, Matthew, Addison, William, Avery, Zechariah, Samantha, Rebecca, Mickayla, Lydia, Enslee, Braxton, Isabella, Lilliana, Leo, Levi, Jayda, Juliana, and greatgreat-grandchildren Mari and Lincoln. Her sisters Phyllis (Art) Best of Hartville and Kathy Cusick of Cadiz, and brother Woodie (Linda) Dunlap of Cadiz, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23.

Services were held at Christian Lighthouse 260 21 St. SE, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663 on Thursday, Jan. 21.

The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Becky Barr at 804 E Market St. Cadiz, Ohio 43907.

Mary Ann “Annie” Porter Mary Ann “Annie” Porter of Cadiz, went home to the Lord on Jan. 14, 2021 in Sunnyslope Nursing Home. She was born March 4, 1934 to Leota and Earl Fryer.

Mary Ann was a member of Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church and was a lay delegate to the Annual Conferences for 20 years. Mary Ann was also on several boards of the church over the years of her membership and was pianist for 20 years. She was a Sunday School Teacher as well as a youth choir director. Mary Ann was also a member of the United Methodist Women and a chair person on various committees.

Mary Ann was a member of the Eastern Star.

When her sons were growing up, Mary Ann sold Amway products and was a recipient of an award for outstanding sales.

Later in life she was involved in the American Saddlehorse Association and helped to present trophies one year at the Ohio State Fair.

Mary Ann lived in Florida and Groveport, Ohio for a time and upon returning to Cadiz, raised money to paint the buildings at

the Harrison County Fair Grounds.

Mary Ann was called Annie at times. She said it was because she was like Annie Oakley and she was a good marksman with a gun.

Mary Ann was proceeded in death by her parents and two sisters, Ruth Fryer Bennett and Jean Fryer Webb. She leaves behind a brother, Earl Fryer, who is living in Illinois. She was also proceeded in death by her husband Neil D. Porter, and a second husband Melville Wohrley. She was remarried to Neil in 1999 and he passed away in 2007.

Surviving are two sons who she dearly loved; Craig Neil ( Dianne) Porter, and Joseph Earl ( Linda) Porter.

Also surviving and her greatest loves are seven grandchildren.

Jessica (Chip) Vitagliano, Adam (Christina) Porter, Bryan (Connie) Bachtel, Christine (Bill) Walsh, Steffanie Porter, Sarah Porter, and Craig (Jenna) Porter. Also surviving are great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Due to Covid, a graveside service will be held for immediate family and friends.

The service will be held Saturday Jan. 23 at Cadiz Union Cemetery at 11 a.m. with Pastor Michael Cunningham officiating. A memorial service will be planned for a later time.

The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio. The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirklandbarr.com.

Martin McKim Martin McKim, 89, of Adena, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021 at Harrison Community Hospital.

Martin was born Jan. 24, 1931, a son of the late Thomas Holly McKim and Mary Horvath McKim. He was a graduate of Adena High School then married in 1950 to his wife of 70 years, June Penoyer McKim. Martin started out in Dairy Farming in Pa., then moved back to Adena in 1964 to enter into partnership with his brother David, McKim Coal Company.

He also became very involved in community service for his town.

He served for years at the Adena

Volunteer Fire Co., was a longtime board member of the Adena Water and Sewer Board, a 50 year member of the Adena Lions Club, served on the Peoples National Bank of Mt. Pleasant Board of Directors, Harrison Coal and Reclamation Historical Past, appointed by the Ohio Governor to the Ohio Reclamation Board of Review.

Martin also served his church Adena United Methodist Church as a board member for many years.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter Kelly Smith, brothers; David and Bill McKim and a sister Mary Ann Rittenhouse.

Martin is survived by his wife June, and a daughter Marta (Paul) Warner of Florida.

Services were held Friday, Jan. 22 at Borkoski Funeral Home, 60 South Bridge Street, Adena, Ohio. Interment followed at Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Adena United Methodist Church or the Adena Lions Club. Offer online condolences to the family at www.borkoskifuneral.com.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021

Good News

By Pastor Ken Staley:

Pleasant Grove & Harrisville United Methodist Churches

The Presence of God “It feels like God is a million miles away”.

How many times do you think that phrase has been uttered in the last 2,000 years?

Haven’t we all felt like that at one time or another in our lives?

The good news is that God’s presence is with us 24/7. It may not feel like it, but we are told in scripture that we are not to go by what we feel but by faith. Isaiah tells us that one of God’s names is Immanuel, which means “God with us”.

That’s His name.

When you wake up tomorrow you can say, “Good morning God with us” and it will be a truthful statement.

Moses craved the presence of God. In Exodus 33 he said to God, “If you don’t personally go with us, don’t make us leave this place. How will anyone know that you look favorably on me and on your people if you don’t go with us?

For your presence among us sets us apart from all other people on the earth.” The Lord replied, “I will do what you have asked, for I do look favorably on you, and I know you by name.” No other religion promises the presence of God in its followers lives.

And now, through the New Covenant, we have the indwelling presence of God’s Holy Spirit residing on the inside of us. The Apostle Paul taught us in Colossians chapter 1, “God wanted to make known among the unbelievers the glorious wealth

of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

Jehovah was never on the inside of the Old Covenant Israelites but now He has taken up residence inside followers of Jesus which is why we have the hope of glory. Not only do we have hope, we have joy.

Jesus said in John’s gospel, “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, to be with you forever.” Forever means, well, FOREVER! We are never without Him in our lives so the “million miles away” scenario is a lie. One way to eliminate that far away feeling is to get close to Him. We do that through prayer and bible reading.

We read all kinds of books and articles and watch videos about our favorite actors, singers and athletes so we can learn more about them even though we will likely never meet them. Why not learn more about the God of creation who longs to be in you and you in Him? King David made an astounding statement in Psalm 42 that should be the heartbeat of every believer today, “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” When that verse becomes the theme of our lives, the “million mile” feeling will be a thing of the past.

PastorKenStaley@gmail.com

5 Tips to protect seniors from financial scams right now (StatePoint) Social isolation among seniors is not only linked to numerous negative health consequences like depression and cardiovascular disease, but it’s also a primary contributing factor in financial exploitation and scams. Estimated to affect one in 10 older adults and cost billions annually, the threat of elder financial fraud is pervasive, and especially so right now.

With seniors more isolated than ever due to the pandemic and stimulus checks being sent to millions of Americans nationwide, experts suggest that seniors and their families be extra vigilant.

“Scammers look for key time periods where money and private financial information are in motion. Not only is IRS fraud one of the most common and successful types of scams that exists, as a general rule, additional money equates to additional fraud,” says Ron Long, head of Aging Client Services at Wells Fargo.

“Scammers are banking on the fact that many seniors are apart from families and friends due to COVID-19.

When someone is alone, physically or socially, they often miss out on the added benefit of a second pair of eyes and ears.”

Compounding the risks associated with isolation is the number of seniors who feel their chances of falling victim to a financial scam is unlikely.

According to a recent Wells Fargo study conducted by The Harris Poll, 69 percent of all seniors age 60 and above believe they’re not likely to be susceptible to a financial scam, despite nearly all seniors (97 percent) acknowledging that older people are very or somewhat susceptible to becoming a victim. When asked about their peers, the poll found that 47 percent of all seniors knew someone who had already fallen victim to a scam.

“The results indicate what most of us want -- the ability to age relatively unaffected from the realities associated with aging,” says Dr. Marti DeLiema, a gerontologist and

consultant for Wells Fargo’s Aging Client Services. “The problem is that when someone doesn’t feel they’re at risk, they’re unlikely to take precaution.”

To better protect seniors from elder financial fraud and abuse, consider these tips from Wells Fargo: 1. Don’t wait for a crisis.

Seniors should speak with trustworthy family members about financial plans, as well as consult them when something doesn’t feel right.

2. Stay up-to-date. Seniors and families should draft and periodically update legal documents such as wills, healthcare directives and powers of attorney.

3. Automate. Seniors should consider signing up for direct deposit, automatic bill pay and large transaction alerts.

4.

Prioritize security.

Seniors should keep checks and credit cards locked away, and update passwords when information is compromised.

They should also carefully review credit reports, account statements and bills for unusual activity or charges.

5. Be aware. Families can help seniors stay aware of the latest and most common scams, as well as help them identify potential red flags, including: • Alleged emergency situations involving family members, often grandchildren, requiring immediate payment.

• Lottery winnings requiring upfront cash payment for taxes and other fees.

• Phone calls from alleged government agencies, such as Social Security, threatening arrest or penalties.

For more information on fraud prevention, visit wellsfargo.com.

“Aging resiliently requires planning ahead and not shying away from difficult conversations,” says Long.

“We have to talk with our older loved ones about the risks, the warning signs and prevention -- and we have to keep talking.”

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021 BOWERSTON

By Mary Anna Cotter Congratulations to the Conotton Valley bowling team as they won over East Canton with Bobby Brennan & Katie Schaar as the high point bowlers & they won over Marlington with Bobby Brennan & Nolan Caldwell high for the boys & Kendall Schaar high for the girls.

C. V. boys basketball team beat Beallsville 55-45 & Newcomerstown 47-35.The C. V. girls lost to Buckeye Trail4128 & to Claymont 65-39.

UNIONPORT

By Mary-Catherine Mull The Wayne Twp. Community Center Inc. business meeting was held Tuesday evening in Unionport at the Community Center.

Reports were given, the remodeling of the kitchen is finished; next week they will work in the lobby area.

Anyone may come and help.

Makara Ault has returned to school at Mt. Union College in Alliance.

The huge indoor garage sale this year will be held one week later because of it being so close to Easter. More information will follow.

John Mullenax of Pittsburgh visited briefly with his parents, Rich and Marla recently.

2 Chronicles 7-14.

Bible study of the Unionport Methodist Church will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday in the church. Open to the public, anyone may attend. COVID guidelines will be followed.

FREEPORT

By Deb Milligan Happy Birthday-Julia Bologna, Ashley Koch, Corley Ann Byrus, and Jennifer Cochran, Happy Anniversary-Gary & Anna Arnold.

The community extends its sympathy to Karen Walton on the death of her aunt, Erma Walton.

Freeport Village Council held their first meeting of the New Year at town hall on January 13th. Mayor Larry Wells conducted the meeting and everyone repeating the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

Clerk-Treasurer Mary McBride had roll call and full council present.

Mayor Wells opened the floor to guest, Joel Bender insurance agent for the village, from Whitaker Myers. Joel told the council that nothing has changed from last year and the premium will be the same.

Solicitor Brett Hillyer was present and brought the ordinance that was accepted by council.

They adopted the Ohio Department OF Transportation ordinance that they were allowed to work on roads State Route 800 and 342 through the village right away on ice and snow. Council signed a contract to renew Solicitor Brett Hillyer for his services.

Council signed a contract to continue Freeport of Harrison County and Freeport Community Volunteer Fire Department.

The old business council discussed vehicles that have not been moved in the village for 72 hours, this has been a problem for years that council has worked on and Freeport needs a full time deputy.

Councilwomen Shelly Patterson is to send the name and address on basic code parking on the street to Hillyer.

Many complaints were discussed about people not receiving their January water bill in mail and the late fee.

McBride told the council they have 32 delinquent bills and that utility bills cannot be paid at WesBanco in Freeport any more. Residents can drop bills and check in the village hall secure box at town hall or mail to PO BOX 176, Freeport, Ohio 43973.

McBride is to find the ordinance on water bills and report at the February meeting Mayor and council members are to get their petitions signed and turned in for the general election in November.

Freeport Village Superintendent Ralph Wright gave his December report.

They found a major water leak and shut it off until the property owner could repair it and a drop box in the town hall door for water bill payments.

Christmas ornaments were put up and taken away for next year, and they will be moving road cinders.

Congratulations to the Harrison Central Lady Huskies bowlers on winning the Buckeye 8 championship.

The community extends its sympathy to the family of Margaret Jeffers 96, formerly a 35-year resident of Tippecanoe. She passed away at Schoenbrunn Healthcare in New Philadelphia.

Lakeland Academy School in Freeport is closed because of COVID. Technology classes coming soon on Saturday mornings from 10:30am until noon at Lakeland Parish Parsonage. To sign up call Linnah Hodkinson, and bring your cell phone or computer.

CANCER BENEFITChicken dinners with baked potato, baked beans, dinner roll, and water. Due to COVID, we will be doing a drive thru at the James Clark Fire Station in Freeport on Saturday Feb. 20th begins at 2pm until sold out, for Timmy Stine Jr. who has Stage 4 Adenocarcinoma, who has a wife and 3 children.

We pray and turn everything to God with all the sickness in the area. Sam Brindley, Jamie Harvey, Jean Toland, Ollie Workley, Pastor Sandra Cappel, Bryan Sayre, Karl Hoop, all those in nursing homes that can not see their family, and everyone with COVID. Puskarich Public Library Presents "Early Literacy Zoom Programs" will be each Wednesday January 27th thru April 21st. An EMAIL address is required to register. Toddler Time 11:30 until noon for children ages 18 months-3 years old, and Pre-School Story Time 1:00-1:30 for children 35years.

There will be a birthday card shower for Corley Anne (Morton) Byras, formerly of Freeport and a Freeport High School graduate. You can send her a card at 72 Smith Street Unit # 4, Augusta, ME 04330.

SMITHFIELD

BY ESTHER MCCOY A year ago, if you said you needed to wear a mask one would have thought you were going to a masquerade party.

Now, we see those fashionable, funny, colorful, medicallooking and cartoon character pieces of heavy cloth covering half of a face. One thrifty thing about them is you don't have to wear lipstick or men don't need to slap on a nice scented aftershave cologne. I am just as likely to put a mask on upside down or wrong side out if I have to slip it on in a hurry. I did that the other day when I went for tests at the hospital for a blood draw. The guard at the door first asked my name and where I was going. I told him in my muffled voice and he said, "Well Esther, if you don't want to be laughed at, you should wear the blue side out and the nose piece on your nose instead of your chin, "Embarrassment time!

The AARP Bulletin has some suggestions on what works and what does not.

1.The more snug the mask fits, the better. The "medicalgrade fluid resistant paper masks are about 95 percent effective. So are cloth masks made of several layers of material. They get an A plus.

2.Single layer ones work less well for a simple reason: There is not much material between you and the microbe. 3.Plastic face shields only reduce the face by about 65 percent. If you need to wear one, still wear a mask. After removing the mask, use hand sanitizer and when removing a mask without sanitizer, use soap and water copiously. Most of us don't get enough Vitamin D because of the lack of strong sunshine from strong natural sources, Consider a daily supplement of 600 IU or 800 IU pills if you are older than 70.

A News-Herald's obit on Lana Beall ended the question of where the deceased Lana had been for 25 years, when her husband, Duane, died of cancer, He is the brother of Charlotte "Char" BeallBranch,, who has resided, worked and married there in Las Vegas.. She is a graduate of Smithfield High School and is talking about coming back for her 50 year-reunion." You will see quite a change in the village but the people living there have done all they can to help."

Our four families who live away from Smithfield chose not to come down at

HARRISON NEWS-HERALD | CORRESPONDENCE Christmas as they were just getting over their confinement for COVAD-13. It was more laid back this late Christmas and we all had fun. I hunted in five catalogs and, looked in the Steubenville stores and found what I wanted for most of them. For instance, "Missy, Darin's wife who is a teacher, and got one that read, "Don't give me those excuses that kids make fun and pick on you in school, You are the teacher, you know. Gotta run. Bye now.

DEERSVILLE

By Susan Adams News Flash! "Red Velvet Ice Cream" at the Deersville General Store. Picture their "famous" ice cream with cream cheese frosting, pieces of Red Velvet cake and chunks of white chocolate. Mmmm good!

Thank you to all the workers who keep our roads cleared of ice and snow. What would we do without you? Be paying out a lot of money for collision repair. You are appreciated.

Deersville UM Church is holding regular services on Sunday at 11AM. Social distancing is being recognized and masks and hand sanitizer are available. One can also watch the service on Facebook.

I haven't gone to the church for the last couple of Sundays and feel really blessed that I could watch and listen to the service via Facebook. Thank you to those who make that possible.

Please support all the local businesses. They are the people who support our children and civic groups. Some Deersville businesses are: The Stand on US 250 by Coultrap's 330204-9407; Deersville General Store 740-827-4203; Bosler's Honey Bees and Accessories 330-401-5889 and the Hayseeds Homesteader Trading Post 740-491-2835. It would be a good idea to call "ahead" and make sure they are open or make arrangements to stop by during this winter season.

Please keep all of those on the sick and recovery list in your prayers. Also the shut-in's and those who have lost a loved one. Reach out with cards and calls. It will make you both feel good.

If anyone has an item they would like listed in this column, please give me a call 740-942-3137. If I am not available, please leave a voice mail and I will get back to you.

Thank you.

SCIO

By Ina Marks Congratulations to our President, good luck.

I am improving thanks to God and all my helpers. I will be kicking up my heels soon.

Congratulations go out to Dr. Barker on his retirement after 42 years of service to Cadiz and surrounding area.

He will be missed by his people, good luck and enjoy.

Congratulations to the much needed gas station and other items in Jewett, Good luck John.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Nancy DowdleWingard in Arizona, and all others celebrating.

Also anniversaries.

Prayers and best wishes to all ill, shut-ins, always remember their caregivers. Bless You. Sympathy to all that have lost loved ones. Bless You. Have a Blessed Week.

JEWETT/CADIZ

By Ruby Foutz January is about half over and we've had some pretty days and some snowy, cold don't want to go outside days. Just keep telling yourself spring is around the corner. Start looking through your seed books and plan for a great gardening year.

Congratulations to Dr. Gary Barker (Dentist) on his retirement. Welcome to Dr. Ching who will be take over the dental business. Best wishes to both.

Thanks for sharing the Look at the Past, Stephenson Harness & Saddlery - 191112. Learned something new.

Huskies, give them all you got.

Prayers and get well wishes go to Ina Marks, Joyce Dowdle, Merle Foutz, Sam Brindley, myself and all others that need a lift.

Happy Birthday and many more to Virginia Wenner Miller, Liz Dunlap, David Bailely, Robert W. Fisher, Sandy Thompson, Mary Lou

5

Look at the Past Clark Gable reads the hometown paper

The Cadiz Republican Thursday, January 7, 1937. "Clark Gable Reads Home Town Paper" is an apt caption for this picture. When a columnist recently wrote in the daily papers that Gable had tried to find a copy of his home town paper on the newsstands, a few copies of The Cadiz Republican - some with items about himself - were mailed him. Gable received them while on a set working on a new picture, believed to be Parnell, and the MGM cameraman caught him between calls reading about the folks back home he knew when he was just a growing boy with big ambitions. He considerately responded by sending three photos all taken at the same time. From the book "The Young Mr. Gable" by Charles B. Wallace: William Clarke Gable was born at 5:30AM, February 1, 1901 in the midst of a raging snowstorm weighing ten and one half pounds. His parents were William Gable and Adeline (Addie) Hershelman Gable.

Dennis, Therese Bethel, Carl Crawford 1-13, Bev Statler, Melinda Bailey, and Kasey Bethel.

Happy Anniversary to Don & Karen Jochim and many more.

Deepest sympathy and prayers to the following families: Carmen Pizzino 80 Hopedale; Robert (Bob) Allen Whiteman 82 formerly of Scio; Avrel "Junior" Patrick 88 formerly of Scio; Margaret Lenora Rainbow-Jeffers 96 formerly of Tippecanoe; Mary Ann (Fryer) Porter 87 Cadiz; and Joyce Ilene (Dunlap) Maxwell 79 Cadiz.

Scripture for today: Matthew 12:22-45, selected verses to help us to identify and overcome our reluctance to accept the power of Jesus over evil. Continue to pray and study. God bless you, Rev. Dr. Ruby Foutz, 740 946-2925.

NEW RUMLEY

By Donna Jean Haney Tuesday, January 26, 12 Noon The Fellowship Girls will have lunch at The Scio Restaurant. Come and join us!

The Jewett Food Pantry is in need of Peanut Butter,m Applesauce (individuals), Cereal, Soup, Fruit, Brownies, and Mac & Cheese.

Contact Sandy Carmen 740945-2203, or Pam Dawson 740-945-1244.

Happy Birthday to Rebecca Winkler, Addison Haney Cody Pyles.

HOLLOWAY

By Susan Adams Anita Holloway Schaeffer and the Holloway VFD Activities Committee would like to thank everyone who helped with the luncheon after the funeral of Brian Schaeffer Jr. The love and support is appreciated.

The Holloway UM Church as a couple of rooms that are available for folks to rent for showers and anniversary

parties, etc. Contact Ruth Robertson at 740-968-4264 for information and cost.

Holloway UM Church is still holding services on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Masks and social distancing will be recognized.

Everyone needs to have a safe place to worship. There is no time like now where we need God in our lives. If you’re not able to attend, if one finds it in their heart, donations are always welcome. Send to Holloway UM Church, PO Box 173, Holloway, OH 43985.

The Village of Holloway has a Facebook page. It is a good place to read the drafts of the minutes from the meeting, information on the water department, ordinances, elected officials, meetings and office hours.

The phone number at the Holloway Fire Hall has changed to 740-968-0504.

Please change anywhere you have the old number (9681750) saved. We need this number to order food when they have the next fundraiser.

The Holloway Fire Department Activities Committee is having an online Rada Cutlery fundraiser. Rada Cutlery is made in the USA and a supporter of non profits.

Why is the HFD Activities group asking for your help?

They are in need of improvements to the Holloway Volunteer fire hall. With spring right around the corner, they are beginning to plan for fish fries and another Cheryl’s pork chop dinner and other summer activities for the community. The appliances are outdated. They need a new refrigerator. They want to replace the grill, buy a second heat lamp/food warmer, and they need some smaller kitchen appliances like a new food processor.

They are seeking help from the community and friends to achieve these goals. Thanking

you in advance for your help and support. To buy Rada Cutlery online with the proceeds going to the Holloway VFD Activities Committee, go to https//radafundraising.com?rfs 5295507.269bfd.

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Check out the Holloway Volunteer Fire Department activities page on Facebook.

This page is to keep our community, family, friends, and supporters informed of our fundrasing and community activities. If you would like to drop them a note or send a donation, please do so to Holloway VFD Fundraising Committee, PO Box 176, Holloway, Ohio, 43985.

740-968-4615. Their hours are M-F 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sat. 7:15 a.m. to noon, closed Sunday.

Check out the Facebook page Growing up in Holloway, Ohio. Lots of good pictures of Holloway and information.

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Mitchell hits 2k, Huskies now 6-5 on the year By: D.J. WATSON NH Sports Writer

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Harrison Central 7th, 8th grade teams Huskies lose to Red Devils The eighth grade Harrison Central boys played at home Wednesday, Jan. 13, hosting the St. Clairsville Red Devils. A strong Red Devil squad raced to a 13-6 lead at the end of the first quarter. They would extend their lead to finish the half with a 21-10 margin. The Huskies would fight back in the third but the Devils would go home with a 44-27 victory. Pictured is Brice Tanner #22 on his way to score two for the Huskies.

The Harrison Central Husky boys played host to the St. Clairsville Red Devils on Wednesday, Jan. 13. The Red Devils were hot and took the lead early. They would go on to beat the Huskies 44-14. Photo: Neiko Wurshcum protects the ball from the defending Red Devil player.

CADIZ – Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland may have looked empty last Saturday night, but with 4:59 remaining on the fourth quarter clock, there was certainly a presence of pride from the limited, but loud Harrison Central faithful. Those in attendance had something to cheer about as Huskies senior Kobe Mitchell toed the free throw stripe and looked up at the same rim that NBA players stare down on a nightly basis.

He entered the evening needing 21-points to reach the 2k milestone, and midway through the fourth quarter there he stood. One point away. As the ball bounced around the rim, a nervous silence was followed by an eruption of applause. Mitchell’s stroke found the bottom of the twine, and with that followed an official timeout and a brief embrace with coaches, teammates, and most importantly his number one fan; his smiling mother. In the same arena that Lebron James brought an NBA Championship to five years ago, Mitchell and the Huskies (6-5) left a mark of their own.

While the final score didn’t favor the Huskies, the trip has to be deemed a success. It wasn’t just a Mitchell moment. It was a team moment. In a year packed with distraction and uncertainty, it will be an experience they can cherish for years to come. The Harrison Central Basketball program is no stranger to the “experience”.

They compete in showcase events on an annual basis, even traveling to Florida a few seasons ago, only to bring home a championship trophy on the plane ride back. Wins and losses certainly matter, but it can be argued that the memories matter more.

Olmsted Falls pulled away in the second half of the All For One Basketball Series event, ultimately downing the outmanned Huskies 76-54 to move to 12-1 on the season. The Division I Bulldogs trailed the Huskies 28-26 at the half, thanks to a strong second quarter from Harrison that saw them erase a six point deficit to take the lead into the break.

However, riding a strong shooting performance from the

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Pictured is Harrison Central senior Kobe Mitchell as he goes to the foul line inside the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland. While inside the home of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Mitchell would leave a record-breaking accomplishment of piercing the 2000-point benchmark in his prep basketball career. He would leave the game with 26-points, with lots of basketball yet to be played in the 2021.

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Jonathan Vermillion moves the ball down court for the Huskies on a fast break against Olmsted Falls.

field, the pendulum would swing in the Bulldogs favor in the third. The Bulldogs outscored the Huskies 20-10 after the break, only to open up a larger lead in the final eight minutes.

In last Friday night’s action, the Huskies were on the winning end of a series sweep with Martins Ferry. The 61-53 home victory was a little tighter than the 68-48 triumph on the road a week prior. The Purple Riders struggled early in the rematch, falling behind 12-2 as the first quarter came to a close.

With onlookers thinking a blowout was on the horizon, the Riders rallied to tie the game at 17 with just under three minutes to go in the first half.

But, momentum is a funny thing in High School sports, and the Huskies would snatch it back before the break. A 10-2 scoring run closed out the remainder of the half, and Head Coach Justin Clifford’s unit would enjoy a three possession 27-19 lead at the break.

The Huskies pushed the pace in the third, widening the gap to nearly 20-points. The advantage

would fluctuate in double digits for nearly the entire second half, but the Purple Riders did manage to fight their way back to single digits late.

Mitchell led the charge against the Purple Riders with 26.

Jonathan Vermillion, who has emerged as a reliable double digit scorer, dropped in 12.

Underclassmen Cabot Arbaugh made his presence known in the paint, picking up nine marks to round out the leaders.

The Purple Riders had a trio of CONTINUED NEXT PG.

Lady Huskies basketball now 9 and 4

By ED BANKS

NH Sports Writer

CADIZ - Two consecutive inning home appearances now has the Harrison Central Lady Huskies sporting a record of 9 and 4. The Huskies first picked up a 31 - 28 win over Bellaire last Thursday. The greatest point difference in the contest came at the conclusion of the first half, where Harrison owned a 17 - 9 advantage. They would go up by 4 at the end of the third and

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close the win with a 3-point advantage and a score of 31 - 28.

McKayla Dunkle led all Husky scorers in the contest with a team high 18-points. Britton Positano had 5 points to her credit including a bonus field goal, McKenzie Harbold had 4 points and Maddy Butler and Danyel Beadling each had 2.

There was no junior varsity contest on Thursday.

However, on Saturday the junior varsity opened the evening with a 21 - 17 win over

Steubenville Catholic Central.

Angi Ferri and Emma Fischer each scored 9 points in the contest and Danica Rensi scored 3. In the first quarter of the varsity contest against the Crusaders, 2 points separated the teams at the end of the first 8 minutes (9 - 7) with the Huskies up. At the break, the Huskies still led, by only by 3 points (19 - 16). Returning to the court in the third period, the Huskies put their best efforts into practice and scored 22

points over Catholic Central’s 9.

That would leave them heading into the final 8 minutes up by a score of 41 to 25.

They would maintain their momentum and Coach Yourkovich sent in the junior varsity at 1:22 remaining on the clock and up by a commanding score of 53 - 36. They would finish the contest with a score of 53 - 40. In pacing the varsity Huskies, Dunkle scored a game high 22 points, Audrey Corder scored 14 points, Positano 11 Butler 4 and Harbold 2.

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Pictured during last Saturday’s win over visiting Steubenville Catholic Central, Harrison Central’s McKayla Dunkle (10) elevates over 2 Crusaders following an assist from MacKenzie Harbold (22) to deliver two of her 22 game-high points. Harrison’s Emma Fischer (11) looks on. Harrison would win the contest by a score of 53 - 36 to commute their record to 9 and 4.

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FROM PREVIOUS double digit efforts. Zack Flesch connected on six triples, finishing his night with 20points. Davlen Ray also had a hot hand from deep, hitting four treys on his way to 14points, and Logan Smith finished with 11.

Harrison shot 13 of 23 from the stripe, while the Purple Riders visited the line just four times, shooting 75 percent.

In the rematch of the “Clifford Bowl” this past Tuesday night in Belmont County, the Red Devils evened out the rivalry for the 2020-21 season. Harrison defeated St. Clairsville back in December, but the Red Devils outlasted the Huskies 78-74 in overtime. In yet another instant classic, the two teams battled in

back and forth fashion for the duration of the evening, so it was only fitting that it would take extra time to settle the score. The Red Devils had an impressive scoring attack, with all five starters reaching double digits. Per usual, the Huskies were led by Mitchell with 30. In a welcoming surprise, freshman Hayden Cassidy lit it up from beyond the arc, nailing six long balls while going on to finish with 23-points against the Devils. If Cassidy can consistently join Mitchell and Vermillion on the offensive end, the Huskies may be set up nice for the second half of the season.

The Huskies will welcome Union Local Friday of this weekend, and will travel to Hannibal on Saturday night to take on the River Pilots.

Kropka to head up John Marshall football

Bardall brothers battle during Opportunity Bowl Bardall brothers battle on the football field in the Opportunity Bowl held on Roy Kidd Football Field at the Eastern Kentucky University when Easter Kentucky Colonels hosted the Western Carolina Catamounts.

Jackson Bardall, red shirt senior right guard for Eastern Kentucky versed younger brother Clayton, red shirt sophomore tight end for Western Carolina. The brothers were also captains for their respective teams, meeting at center filed for the coin toss.

Clayton won the toss for WCU; however, Jackson won the

bragging rights by winning the game and the Opportunity Bowl.

The mother of the boys was given a coin toss coin and, at the end of the game, the game ball.

It was also senior night for EKU Jackson. Several family members and members were able to attend the exciting experience.

Jackson and Clayton’s father is Brad Bardall, a Lakeland High School (Freeport) graduate. The grandparents of the boys are Charlie and Marty Bardall of Freeport. Charlie is the owner/operator of Charlie’s Barbershop in Freeport.

Harrison elementary and jr. high spelling bee moves to districts

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CADIZ - Following three seasons of coaching at Wheeling University, former head football coach at Harrison Central (13 seasons) Justin Kropka has accepted the position of head football coach at John Marshall.

Kropka will assume the position following the resignation of former head coach Jason Willis.

While at Harrison, Kropka polished his resumé with being named Division III Eastern District and the OVAC’s Class IIIA Coach of the year in 2009 and was the head coach in the Ohio North/South All-Star Game in 2013. His resumé also includes a win/loss record of 73 and 57 with three play-off berths as the Huskies head coach. “I’ve been out of high school coaching for three years, “said Kropka. “I really enjoyed my time as an assistant at Wheeling “U”, but I felt like it was time for me to return to the high school level. Also, my son is in the sixth grade, and I felt that it was time for me to make the move. At the bare bones of it, I am a high school football coach! A lot of people at John Marshall really sold me on the job. The included Mark Cisar (baseball coach), John Marling, and Athletic Director Roger Simmons. They came after me hard. It is like I used to tell the

CADIZ - The Harrison Hills School District held both an elementary and junior high school spelling bee on Jan. 12. Listed are the finishers and the position they held following the competition.

In the elementary contest, Principal Ken Parker has congratulated the following students who have qualified to the Harrison Hills District Spelling Bee which will be held on Monday, Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. in the auditorium. As second alternate: Grade Bardall (fifth grade), First alternate: Aubrie Moss (fifth grade), eighth: Emma Palmer (fifth grade), seventh: Chace Byers (sixth grade), sixth: Katie Summers (fifth grade), fifth: Lance Rupp (fifth grade), fourth: Charley Miller (sixth grade), third: Kelsey Powers (fifth grade), second Katie Cumings (fifth grade) and first: Joseph Taylor (sixth grade).

From the junior high contest, Principal Parker has congratulated the following as they too have qualified to participate in the district spelling bee on the 25th.

They are Ethan Carpenter- second alternate, Isabelle Brown- first alternate, Hayden Bittingereighth, Mikiahla Davenportseventh, Caleb Miller- sixth, Carleigh Burgess- fifth, Kara Blackburn- fourth, Addie Haneythird, Pierce Sobleski- second. and Nicolette Peeler- first.

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kids when they were getting recruited, go where you are wanted, and I felt that with the people at John Marshall. I got my batteries charged a little at Wheeling ‘U’. We did so much building at Harrison in taking that program. The record and facilities there were just bare bones to what it is today. That took about everything I had to give. I needed a little bit of charging and my time at Wheeling ‘U’ did that. So, if I can build the staff I want to build here, I would like to delegate a little more. I think that is the reason I was so exhausted after 13 years at Harrison Central.

Hopefully, I can get a staff to the point where I can delegate some of those duties and make football a little more enjoyable,” he added.

Kropka was awarded the position during last Tuesday’s John Marshall School Board meeting.

Left to right: Grade Bardall, Aubrie Moss, Emma Palmer, Chace Byers, Katie Summers, Lance Rupp, Charley Miller, Kelsey Powers, Katie Cumings and Joseph Taylor.

Left to right: Ethan Carpenter, Isabelle Brown, Hayden Bittinger, Mikiahla Davenport, Caleb Miller, Carleigh Burgess, Kara Blackburn, Addie Haney, Pierce Sobleski, Nicolette Peeler, back row standing (Nicolette).

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Conotton Valley Board of Education discusses internet service

By JACQUIE HUMPHREY Correspondent

SHERRODSVILLE - At the January meeting of the Conotton Valley Board of Education, representative Ryan Grewell, of SmartWay Communications, LLC, was present to address the Board on the progress of bringing internet service to district students.

Grewell reported that the public internet hotspots that were installed in 2020 in both Bowerston and Leesville, have been up and running and accessible to the public. Grewell explained SmartWay’s plans for continuing their expansion, and with the Board’s support, will soon provide pubic hotspots in Sherrodsville and Leavittsville.

Grewell told the Board that although he believes the public hotspots are important, that his goal is to “go the last mile”, providing internet availability to each home in the area.

Board President Chris Bower agreed, saying that the Board’s motivation was not only to provide the hotspots as a band aid to the Covid-19 induced remote learning, but that they

are “looking to improve the whole community”.

Grewell explained how SmartWay is currently in the process of upgrading tower to tower capacity. Superintendent Todd Herman, who was instrumental in getting SmartWay working in the area, said that “we are very excited to partner with Smartway”.

Herman further said that “the Conotton Valley community has been without quality internet that most people in 2021 take for granted”, and that “SmartWay will begin reaching out to the local homeowners in the next week or so”.

In other business, in honor of School Board appreciation month, Herman presented Board Members with a certificate of recognition for their service. Herman said “I am thankful for our Board of Education that is able to think outside of the box and agree to undertake projects that benefit our kids and the community”.

Other Action: - Appointed Chris Bower to as Board President, and Logan Putman As Vice President, for 2021.

- Set meetings for 2021 for the third Thursday of the month, at 7pm in the administrative offices.

- Set salary for Board Members at $60 per meeting, not to exceed 15 meetings per year.

- Learned that four quotes have been received for the demolition of Bowerston Elementary building, beginning at $190,000.00, no action was taken at this time.

- Heard that Conotton Senior Autumn Brown is Buckeye Career Center student of the month.

- Heard report from Kelly Ricklic on progress of Rocket Center construction.

- Heard Bill Love report on status of current change orders for the Rocket Center construction.

- Approved expenditures totaling $1,631,372.61. Heard the general fund balance in Unified Bank reported at $250,000.

Mutual fund balances were reported at $2,782,355.38 in Unified Bank and $4,559,283.33 in Star Ohio. The balance of the Star Construction Fund was reported at $2,690,606.03 and

the balance of the US Bank Account at $14,637,572.37.

- Approved donations as follows: $50 to the class of 2027 from L&L Trucking, $900.00 to the bowling program rom Robert and Michele Higgenbotham and $96.13 in products and services from Gooding’s Nursery.

- Approved the IRS mileage rate of .56 cents per mile.

- Approved the State of Ohio minimum wage increase from $8.70 per hour to $8.80 per hour. The wage increase will affect bus drivers who are paid minimum wage for extra trip “sitting time”.

- Approved the MOU for 2021-22 for College Credit Plus with Kent State University.

- Approved the second reading of the 2021-22 school calendar.

Approved Kristen Haney as a full time substitute for the remainder of the 2021-21 school year at a rate of $100 per day.

The next regular meeting of the Conotton Valley Board of Education will be held on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m. in Chris Bower, left Conotton's School Board President and Logan the administrative offices in Putnam, Vice President.

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Ohio Oil and Gas Association Criminal Justice Program affords many opportunities releases statement on the BLOOMINGDALE-The exams through the Ohio Peace will look at forensics in closer and I'm sure there are many Jefferson County Joint Officer Training Commission for detail. possible jobs to do there and will School is helping private security. Freeman said "I have 13 students who will work my way up," said Shannon, Keystone XL Pipeline permit Vocational students forge a path for their testing and certification give each pick a chapter to present to noting that she has gained a lot COLUMBUS, January 21, 2021 – Ohio Oil and Gas Association President Matt Hammond issued the following statement today regarding the President Biden’s Executive Order revoking the permit for the Keystone XL Pipeline.

With the simple stroke of his pen President Biden has undone years of planning and review by state and federal officials as well as stopped billions of dollars of investment by revoking the Keystone XL pipeline. This politically motivated decision is putting thousands of welltrained union workers out of a job on day one of his

administration. Since the President wants to "Build Back Better" he could have started right here with this project rather than choose politics over progress. The Ohio Oil and Gas Association opposes this decision and requests Mr. Biden to reconsider his decision.

It is our sincere hope moving forward that the Biden administration will understand and take seriously the importance of natural gas infrastructure and its role in creating jobs and lowering energy costs for the American people.

future and the criminal justice program offers a wide range of career opportunities in that field.

The program has existed for nearly 20 years at the JVS and current instructor Jamie Freeman said there were many ways students can help protect the community. Careers include corrections and security to forensics while students explore a range of criminal investigations and emergency response to terrorism as part of the curriculum.

Local law enforcement and homeland security professionals also provide training and students have earned certification in boating and defense tactics and completed state certification

pupils the tools they need to get ahead of the game.

"We went through the Ohio Department of Corrections' course and it's similar to what we do. When students finish and pass the test and are 18 years old, they can apply and start working [in correctional facilities]," she explained.

That program began last year but COVID has prevented students from taking advantage of that opportunity, for now.

They can also complete coursework to become federal protection officers that is similar to the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy's (OPOTA) security program. Meanwhile, Freeman said the next session

the class and teach," she said.

"We have forensics kits and students get hands-on experience."

She noted that quite a few alumni have gone on to serve in the military or take related studies at Eastern Gateway Community College.

"Corrections is such a huge field and a great starting point.

Employees have great pay and benefits and we want to give [students] an idea of what they can do."

Seniors Raven Shannon and Alex McAfee said they have learned a lot from the program to help them chart their courses for the future.

"I want to work in corrections,

of knowledge during her time at JVS. McAfee, who plans to study criminal behavior at either Kent State or Youngstown State University, will begin her path at EGCC and OPOTA. She also cited the advantages of getting her education at the JVS. "It's definitely a learning experience and there are a lot more opportunities here than you would find anywhere else," she added. "I'm going to school to study criminal behavior and some sections we study here are on [that subject]. I will go to EGCC for two years and the academy and then I will go where life takes me."

Final Issuance of Conditional Licenseto-operate HCWSD-East Cadiz 100 W Market St, Cadiz, OH 43907 ID #: OH3439717 Date of Action: 01/12/2021 This final action not preceded by proposed action and is appealable to ERAC. A conditioned license to operate was issued requiring compliance with all terms of the DFFOs issued 12/16/19.

Draft NPDES Permit Renewal - Subject to Revision Hopedale WWTP State Route 151, Hopedale, OH Facility Description: WastewaterMunicipality Receiving Water: PINEY FORK CREEK ID #: 0PB00018*HD Date of Action: 01/18/2021 (1:23) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Hopedale has a vacant Village Council Seat open. You must be a Village resident. Letters of Interest can be mailed to PO Box 476 Hopedale, OH 43976 (1:23,30) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Cadiz will hold a Records Commission meeting on January 25, 2021, 12:00, at 128 Court St. (1:23) ---------LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Clerk of the Board of Harrison County Commissioners, Harrison County Court House, Cadiz, Ohio 43907, until 10:00 A.M local time on February 17, 2021 for the following project. Plans, specifications and contract documents are on file in the office of the Harrison County Engineer, 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907.

Work will consist of furnishing all services, labor, materials and equipment necessary to perform work as per plans and specifications set forth by the Harrison County Engineer.

Specifically, the projects will consist of the following: Project #2021-1 - HAS-VAR GR Phase 1 consists of installation of guardrail along various Harrison County Roads as indicated in the plans.

Bidders must be currently pre-qualified with and in good standing with ODOT. The bidder must possess work types and perform work equal to at least 30% of the total amount of the submitted bid price.

Bids shall be in conformity with the Ohio Revised Code, and shall be upon the forms furnished in the Contract Documents. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope, bearing on the outside, the name and address of bidder and the name of the project, “Project No. 2021-1 Harrison County”.

Attention is called to the prevailing wage rates to be paid where applicable for labor and public improvements in and for Harrison County, as ascertained by the U.S. Department of Labor under the mandate of the Davis-Bacon Act and related legislation.

DOMESTIC STEEL USE REQURIEMENTS AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 106.09 OF THE 2016 ODOT CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS APPLY TO THIS PROJECT. Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid

guaranty in the form of (1) a certified check, cashier’s check or irrevocable letter of credit pursuant to ORC 1305 equal to 10% for the bid; or (2) a bid guaranty and contract bond for the full amount of the bid; both forms of guaranty as provided in Chapter 153 of the Ohio Revised Code and in the project specifications.

All bid guarantees shall be conditioned that if the bid is accepted within sixty (60) days of the bid opening, a proper contract shall be executed, and that upon failure or refusal to enter in to said contract within ten (10) days after the receipt of notification of award, the bidder and the surety on any bond shall be liable to the County in an amount not to exceed ten (10) percent of the bid.

The bonds or checks of all unsuccessful bidders will be returned within 48 hours after award of the contract or the rejection of all bids.

Each bid and all certificates shall be upon the forms furnished with the specifications, and shall be delivered to the Clerk of the Board of Harrison County Commissioners on or prior to the date and hour specified for receiving bids.

Bidders shall comply with the Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity requirements set forth in the Contract Documents.

A bidder/contractor will be deemed committed to the goal of such bid conditions by submitting a properly signed bid. Each bidder must insure that all employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, or national origin.

The Harrison County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the bids received.

(1:23) ---------LEGAL NOTICE The Board of County Commissioners, Harrison County, Ohio (the “Owner”) seeks Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms to provide design and construction administration services for the Owner’s New Adult Detention Facility Project (the Project”).

Interested firms may obtain a copy of the Request for Qualifications from Misty Bailie, Executive Assistant, at mbailie@harrisoncountyohio.org.

Qualifications will be accepted until 3:00 pm on February 22, 2021.

(1:23,30,2:6,13) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The Archer Township Board of Trustees Annual Financial Report for the year ending 12/31/2020 is complete and filed with the Ohio Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for review by contacting Bob Positano, 740-945-0211 Fiscal Officer.

(1:23) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The annual financial report of the Tri-County Water Authority for the Fiscal Year 2020, has been completed And is available for public inspection At the water office, located at 49350 Main Street, Harrisville, Oh During regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM12:00 PM or 12:30 PM-3:45 PM A copy of the report will be Provided upon request (1:23) ----------

PUBLiC NOTiCE LEGAL NOTICE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF OIL AND GAS RESOURCES MANAGEMENT RE: APPLICATION FOR UNITIZATION WINDY RIDGE PLATFORM CR ORG UNIT CARROLL AND HARRISON COUNTIES, OHIO NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Applicant EAP Ohio, LLC (“EAP”) hereby gives notice that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management (the “Division”), has scheduled a hearing pursuant to Revised Code Section 1509.28 concerning EAP’s Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit to occur on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. The hearing will be held via video conference, as set forth below. EAP seeks to obtain an Order for Unit Operation from the Chief of the Division as to the Utica/Point Pleasant Formation covering the Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit area. This proposed unit area includes lands in Sections 4, 10, 11, 16, and 17, Township 14N, Range 7W, Orange Township, Carroll County, Ohio, and Sections 2, 3, and 9, Township 14N, Range 7W, Monroe Township, Harrison County, Ohio. The surface location for the EAP Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit will be located in Section 10, Township 14N, Range 7W, Orange Township, Carroll County, Ohio, on Parcel No. 25-0000642.000.

Certain tracts in the Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit area are owned, in whole or in part, by persons for whom no address can be located. These tracts are described below by reference to their parcel numbers or general location and their believed owners’ names: (1) Parcel No. 15-0000122.000 – Owners: Heirs of Estella B. Clark, Deceased; (2) Unknown Parcel Number in Section 3, Township 14N, Range 7W, Monroe Township, Harrison County, Ohio – Owner: Estate of Florence Wilson, Deceased; and (3) Parcel No. 15-0000123.000 – Owners: The Heirs, Assigns, Devisees and/or Legatees of Frances M. Bennett, Deceased.

Certain tracts in the Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit area are leased, in whole or in part, by persons for whom no address can be located. These tracts are described below by reference to their parcel numbers and their believed lessees’ names: (1) Parcel No. 25-0001161.000 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese and Donald Clark; (2) Parcel No. 25-0001161.000 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese, Lee H. Peck, and Susan Larson; (3) Parcel Nos. 15-0000145.000 and 15-0000145.001 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese, Heirs and Assigns of Frank J. Boston, Deceased, and Susan Larson; (4) Parcel Nos. 15-0000145.000, 150000146.001, and 15-0000145.001 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese, Heirs and Assigns of Frank J. Boston, Deceased, and Heirs and Assigns of Herbert P. Lee, Deceased; (5) Parcel Nos. 150000318.001 and 15-0000318.000 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese and Lee H. Peck; (6) Parcel No. 15-0000318.000 – Lessee: Julian S. Leese; and (7) Parcel No. 15-0000145.001 – Lessees: Julian S. Leese, Lee H. Peck, Heirs and Assigns of Frank J. Boston, Deceased, and Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Trustees, Successors, and Assigns of Albert C. Hoeffken, Deceased.

Additionally, certain tracts in the Windy Ridge Platform CR ORG Unit area may

potentially be owned, in whole or in part, by persons for whom no address can be located. These tracts are described below by reference to their parcel numbers and their possible owners’ names: (1) Parcel No. 150000122.000 – Potential Owner: Donald C. Mast; and (2) Parcel No. 150001010.000 – Potential Owner: The Board of Education of Monroe Township.

If you would like to attend this hearing, please go to www.webex.com, click on Join on the top right of the screen and enter the following meeting information: Meeting number (access code): 179 497 6018 Meeting password: ZnkdhUpc366 You do not need to download Webex to join the hearing.

You may also listen to and participate in the hearing by phone by following the instructions detailed below: 1-408-418-9388 United States Toll Access code: 179 497 6018 Service by publication shall be complete upon the expiration of four weeks after the date of the first publication of this notice. The date of the first publication of this notice is Saturday, January 9, 2021. The date of last publication is Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Dated: Saturday, January 9, 2021 Applicant EAP’s contact information: EAP Ohio, LLC Attn: Matt Buckles 5847 San Felipe, Suite 400 Houston, TX 77057 (346) 320-1675 Email: mbuckles@encinoenergy.com For further information regarding this hearing, please visit the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management’s website at http://oilandgas.ohiodnr.gov/unitization .

(1:9,16,23,30) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The North Township Annual Financial Report for the year ending 12/31/2020 is complete and filed with the Ohio Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for review by contacting Fiscal Officer, Sue Myers, at 740.945.7283.

(1:16,23) ---------LEGAL NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS HARRISON COUNTY, OHIO Tax Ease OH IV LLC Plaintiff vs.

John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Paul H. Matson, Deceased, et al., Defendants Case No.: CVE 2020 0084 Judge: T. Shawn Hervey Legal Notice Defendant(s), Paula Jean Matson, whose last known address is 483 S. Waren Ave., Columbus, OH 43204, John Doe, Real Name Unknown, the Unknown Spouse, if any, of Paula Jean Matson, whose last known address is 483 S. Waren Ave., Columbus, OH 43204, John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Maxine E. Matson, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown and John Doe

and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Paul H. Matson, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown, will take notice that on November 17, 2020,Tax Ease OH IV LLC, filed its Complaint in Case Number CVE 2020 0084, Harrison County, Ohio, alleging that the defendant(s), Paula Jean Matson, whose last known address is 483 S. Waren Ave., Columbus, OH 43204, John Doe, Real Name Unknown, the Unknown Spouse, if any, of Paula Jean Matson, whose last known address is 483 S. Waren Ave., Columbus, OH 43204, John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Maxine E. Matson, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown and John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Paul H. Matson, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown, have or claim to have an interest in the real estate described below: Premises commonly known as: 104 E. College Street, Scio, OH 43988 Parcel No.: 21-0000305.000 The Plaintiff further alleges that by reason of default in the payment of the promissory note, according to its tenor, the conditions of a concurrent mortgage deed given to secure the payment of said note and conveying the premises described, have been broken and the same has become absolute.

The Plaintiff demands that the defendants named above be required to answer and set up their interest in said real estate or be forever barred from asserting the same, for foreclosure of said mortgage, the marshaling of any liens, and the sale of said real estate, and the proceeds of said sale applied to the payment of Plaintiff's claim in the proper order of its priority and for such other and further relief as is just and equitable.

The defendants named above are required to answer on or before the _____27_____ day of ____Feb._____, 2021: Tax Ease OH IV LLC /s/ James L. Sassano _______________________________ _______ Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer & Ulrich Co., L.P.A. James L. Sassano (0062253) Bradley P. Toman (0042720) Maureen C. Zink (0083507) Attorneys for Plaintiff 24755 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44122 216-360-7200 Phone 216-360-7210 Facsimile (1:16,23,30) ---------LEGAL NOTICE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS HARRISON COUNTY, OHIO Tax Ease OH IV LLC Plaintiff vs.

William M. Byers, et al., Defendants Case No.: CVE20200079 Judge: T. Shawn Hervey Legal Notice Defendant(s), William M. Byers, whose last known address is 352 Hedges Street, Hopedale, OH 43976 and 512 Lauretta Dr., Steubenville, OH 43952, Jane Doe, Real Name

Unknown, The Unknown Spouse, If Any, of William M. Byers, whose last known address is 352 Hedges Street, Hopedale, OH 43976 and 512 Lauretta Dr., Steubenville, OH 43952 and John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Execcutors and Assigns of William M. Byers, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown, will take notice that on November 12, 2020,Tax Ease OH IV LLC, filed its Complaint in Case Number 20-0970-1, Harrison County, Ohio, alleging that the defendant(s), William M. Byers, whose last known address is 352 Hedges Street, Hopedale, OH 43976 and 512 Lauretta Dr., Steubenville, OH 43952, Jane Doe, Real Name Unknown, The Unknown Spouse, If Any, of William M. Byers, whose last known address is 352 Hedges Street, Hopedale, OH 43976 and 512 Lauretta Dr., Steubenville, OH 43952 and John Doe and/or Jane Doe, Real Names Unknown, The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Execcutors and Assigns of William M. Byers, Deceased, whose last known Address(es) is Unknown, have or claim to have an interest in the real estate described below: Premises commonly known as: 352 Hedges Street, Hopedale, OH 43976 Parcel No.: 14-0000050.000 and 140000051.000 The Plaintiff further alleges that by reason of default in the payment of the promissory note, according to its tenor, the conditions of a concurrent mortgage deed given to secure the payment of said note and conveying the premises described, have been broken and the same has become absolute.

The Plaintiff demands that the defendants named above be required to answer and set up their interest in said real estate or be forever barred from asserting the same, for foreclosure of said mortgage, the marshaling of any liens, and the sale of said real estate, and the proceeds of said sale applied to the payment of Plaintiff's claim in the proper order of its priority and for such other and further relief as is just and equitable.

The defendants named above are required to answer on or before the _____27_____ day of _____Feb.____, 2021: Tax Ease OH IV LLC /s/ James L. Sassano _______________________________ ______ Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer & Ulrich Co., L.P.A. James L. Sassano (0062253) Bradley P. Toman (0042720) Maureen C. Zink (0083507) Attorneys for Plaintiff 24755 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44122 216-360-7200 Phone 216-360-7210 Facsimile (1:16,23,30) ---------PUBLIC NOTICE The following matters are the subject of this public notice by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The complete public notice, including any additional instructions for submitting comments, requesting information, a public hearing, or filing an appeal may be obtained at: http://www.epa.ohio.gov/actions.aspx or Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St. P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-644-3037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov

HARRISON NEWS-HERALD

SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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PREVIOUS WEEK’S ANSWERS

STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: VALENTINE’S DAY ACROSS 1. “You’re the ____!”

5. Horse color 8. Interesting person, acr.

11. *Feeling of the heart 12. Nevada city 13. City in Belgium 15. Use a whisk 16. Greek H’s 17. *Popular Valentine’s Day delivery, pl.

18. *”Love means never having to say you’re sorry” movie 20. Ballpark calls 21. Strong adhesive 22. Greek letter N, pl.

23. Lord’s subordinate 26. Given to drinking 30. Ovine mom 31. Old storage medium 34. Fairy-tale beginning 35. Politician Pelosi 37. Tokyo, once 38. Bone hollows 39. Sky bear 40. Fitted with a name tag, e.g.

42. “Ever” to a poet 43. With more seeds 45. Attic 47. Summer sandwich?

48. Fraternity letter 50. Medieval headdress 52. *Only day more popular than Valentine’s for card giving 56. Like blue sky 57. Walk the Pacific Crest Trail, e.g.

58. Samoan money 59. *Dionysus’ pipeplaying companion 60. Affirm 61. Give off 62. Plays for pay 63. *Color of Valentine’s Day 64. *Lovers’ reunion

DOWN 1. Cry like a baby 2. Canyon sound 3. Convict’s weapon 4. Conical dwellings 5. Get on juice diet, e.g.

6. Opposite of binary 7. Like a gossipmonger 8. Exterminator’s target 9. Change for a five 10. Part of T.G.I.F. 12. Like an abridged classic 13. Tiler’s paste 14. *”I Will Always Love You” singer 19. Stupefied 22. Us, in Mexico 23. *Cupid’s mother 24. In the know 25. Common thing?

26. Smoke plus fog 27. Lay to rest 28. Rocks at mountain base 29. *Symbol of Valentine’s Day 32. Infantry’s last row 33. Roulette bet 36. *Chocolatier, pioneer of the heart-shaped box 38. ____ apple 40. Risk something 41. Between eggy and eggiest 44. Feeling worse than before 46. Gave away 48. Thin piece 49. Annoyed 50. Russia’s alternative to caesar 51. Aries or Taurus, e.g.

52. Burn to a crisp 53. MADD member, colloquially 54. Climbed down, as from a carriage 55. Fill beyond full 56. Pharaoh’s cobra

ONGOINGEVENTS HARRISON COUNTY Board of Elections will hold monthly meetings on the second Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the meeting room by the office.

AL-NON MEETINGS, Freeport Methodist Church, Fridays, 7 p.m. & Thursdays, 8 p.m. Cadiz Presbyterian Church.

UNIONPORT MUSEUM open the first and third Sundays monthly from 1-4 p.m. (in the old Unionport School, Wayne Township Community Center), the public is cordially invited to stop in and look around.

FRANKLIN MUSEUM members meet the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the museum.

SCIO FOOD Pantry in the Scio United Methodist Church serves people with a Scio, Jewett, or Bowerston zip code. Food and personal care items will be given out the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 10-12 and 4-6. We are an Equal Opportunity Provider.

PINE VALLEY Sportsman’s Club Shoot every Sunday, 9 a.m. at the club. Sign up is 8:30 a.m.

Public welcome.

HARRISON MILITARY Support Group meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Clifford Fire Station in Cadiz. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. All who support our troops serving in the military are welcome to attend.

JEWETT VFD will host a dinner on the second Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $10 for adults and $6 for children.

TOPS CLUB Meetings at Faith Community Chapel in Leesville. Every Monday are weigh ins at 4:45 p.m. and meetings are at 5:30 p.m. For more info call 740-269-1238 or 740-269-9283.

THE HARRISON County Agricultural Society meets the first Monday of each month at the Harrison County Fairgrounds in Cadiz at 7 p.m. If the first Monday is a holiday, then they will meet on the second Monday unless otherwise stated.

HARRISON COUNTY Veterans Service will hold their meetings the first Monday of the month at 3 p.m. in the Harrison County Veterans Service Office, Courthouse.

HARRISON COUNTY Health Department will hold their monthly meetings on the third Thursday of each month, 1 p.m. in the Coal Room located at the Harrison County Government Center.

CADIZ AMERICAN LEGION S.A.L. Burger Night, every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, Legion Burgers and fries. Fish tail/chicken tender meal, 21 piece shrimp meal, fish tail sandwich, chicken tenders and coleslaw. Dine-in or take-out. 740-942-3764. Thank you for your support.

CADIZ AMERICAN Legion every Tuesday 4-8 p.m., wingdings or wingzings, warm Italian sub, hand cut fries. Dine-in, carryout or curbside delivery. Open to the public.

AMERICAN LEGION Cadiz Post 34, holds its monthly regular meetings on the 3rd Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the post home. All Cadiz Post 34 Legionnaires are urged to attend.

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS Meetings at the Cadiz Presbyterian Church every Tuesday at 8 p.m.

CADIZ FOOD Pantry is open every Tuesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 12 pm. For families in need, please call 740-942-4300.

SCIO AMERICAN Legion will hold their monthly meetings the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.

HOPEDALE LEGION has Burger Night every Monday Starting at 5 p.m. Eat in or carry out.

Open to public. 740-937-9995.

HOPEDALE LEGION Winging Wednesdays starting at 5 p.m. Eat in or carry out. Open to the public. 740-937-9995.

HOPEDALE LEGION RIDERS has a Steak Fry from 5 to 8 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Dinner includes steak, potato, salad and bread. Dine in or carry out. 740-937-9995.

THE HARRISON County CIC meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. at alternating locations - either the Puskarich Public Library large meeting room or the Harrison County Government Center conference room. Location is dependent on meeting room availability.

For specifics please call the office at 740-942-2027.

HARRISON COUNTY Humane Society will meet the third Thursday of every month in Days Inn at 5:30 p.m. Looking for new members. Everyone welcome.

OLIVE BRANCH Outreach FREE community dinner every second and fourth Tuesday from 37 p.m. at 201 South Main Street, Cadiz.

HARRISON COAL & Reclamation Historical Park meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month, 6:30 p.m. at the Harrison County Visitor Center at 143 South Main Street, Cadiz, Ohio.

UPCOMINGEVENTS CLARK GABLE Birthday celebration will be held on Feb 1 from 1- 3 p.m. at the Clark Gable Museum in Cadiz. Anyone may attend.

Please submit event items by noon Tuesday to: 144 South Main Street, Cadiz, OH 43907 or fax to (740) 942-4667.

Items may also be sent by e-mail to: newsroom@harrisonnewsherald.com We reserve the right to edit for space.

Nurse’s Aide Part-Time Working all shifts as scheduled Job Summary: The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for offering quality of life services, as well as assisting with developing and administering activities for our residents. The ideal candidate for this position is compassionate and caring.

Responsibilities and Duties: The responsibilities and duties of the Nurse’s Aide include, but are not limited to: attentive to residents in health and safety needs, understand the residents capabilities and physical needs, interact with the residents, assist residents with performing basic tasks such as eating, dressing and toileting, replacing lines on beds, removing and replacing trash bags, help with daily routines, work assigned hall, answer call numbers, understand the policies and procedures, attend meetings/training sessions, participate with residents in all special projects as directed and report issues that impact: residents, staff, nursing and supervision.

Qualifications and Skills: No experience required.

There will be training upon hire. The candidate must possess the ability to always be on time to work, while displaying a positive attitude. Must be able to successfully complete a background check and a probationary period.

(To apply for the job above contact the Harrison County Home in person at 41500 Cadiz Dennison Rd. Cadiz, Ohio 43907 or call 740-942-3573.)

Full-Time LPN 12-Hour Shifts 8am-8pm JOB TITLE: LPN JOB SUMMARY: Nursing professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES: The responsibilities and duties of the LPN include, but are not limited to: attentive to the residents in health and safety needs, understand the residents capabilities and physical needs, check the residents vital signs, fill out all documentation forms necessary for all residents, observe resident’s under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc., check wounds and clean and dress the wound, administer prescribed medications, follow the supervisor’s orders, communicate with the resident’s doctor and family to provide and release information, adhere to the policies and procedures, attend meetings/training sessions and follow other instruction as presented.

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS: Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent, complete a one-year training program and have an active statenursing license. Should be compassionate towards patients and have strong communication skills when asked a question by staff over client care situations. Must be able to successfully complete a background check and a probationary period.

(To apply for the job above contact the Harrison County Home in person at 41500 Cadiz Dennison Rd. Cadiz, Ohio 43907 or call 740-942-3573.)

BUY IT & SELL IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS! Call 740.942.2118 FOR INFORMATION SERVICES Yoder’s Quality Roofing and Construction Roofs, pole barns, decks, garages, and general repair.

Call for free estimates. 740 491-7928.

(6:3tfc) -----------------------------Brenda's Pet Parlor, in Scio.

Clipping, bathing, & flea treatment, Call for appointment.

740-9450292.

(7:13tfc) -----------------------------Home Improvements Interior & Exterior painting and roofing, etc. Bathroom remodeling, siding and windows. Free estimates.

Many references Ph. 9423068 ask for Bob or leave message.

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Miller’s Masonry & Construction New construction and remodeling, roofing, siding, windows, additions, pole buildings, decks, etc. Free estimates within 20 miles.

Call Freeman Miller. Leave Message. 740-945-8507 (4:21tfc) Yoder’s Construction and free estimates. Home (740) 945-1928, Cell 330-4018098.

REAL ESTATE Is your property "For Sale

By Owner"? We take you through the sales process from contract to closing. We offer personal service and experienced guidance. Call Walnut Ridge Title at (740) 942-8244.

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Hilltop Apartments now accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom apts.

Elderly & handicapped units available & HUD vouchers accepted. Call between 8 a.m. & 12 p.m. 740-945-6281. Equal Housing Opportunity. TDD

BRUNER LAND COMPANY, INC. (740) 630-6724 or (740) 685-8138 www.brunerland.com “Owner Financing Available” All mineral rights reserved

HARRISON/JEFFERSON CO: German/Wayne Twp., Building/hunting/recreation 64+ acres, $224,900. Located off Unionport Rd (39) onto TR 203A.

PUBLIC NOTICE HIRING!!!!

The Harrison County Board of Elections is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Director. The applicant must be registered as a Democrat voter in Ohio and be a resident of Harrison County within 30 days of being hired. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume with references and Secretary of State Form 307.

The position, in cooperation with the Director, is responsible for preparing and conducting all elections held throughout Harrison County. The Director and Deputy Director oversee all operations involved in the election process in accordance with Title 35 of the Ohio Revised Code, policies and procedures of the State of Ohio and federal election laws. Additionally, the Director and Deputy Director’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the management of an annual budget; enforcing board policies on purchasing, personnel and legal matters; staffing, training and election planning for a public agency.

The Director and Deputy Director report to a four member bi-partisan board.

The HCBOE is seeking exceptional and professional administrators with a documented record of accomplishment(s) and experience. The successful candidates must display strong leadership and communication skills to assume the role of Deputy Director and must have the ability to develop and implement progressive elections procedures and work practices.

Qualifications also include a demonstrated ability to solve problems within the scope of responsibility, present ideas effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Harrison County Board of Elections, the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office, the County Commissioners, other elected officials, employees, community representative and the general public. It is preferred that the successful candidates will have a college education and possess knowledge of and have experience in Ohio election laws and procedures including an understanding of computer information systems.

ALL APPLICANTS ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK Deadline to submit an application is 4:00 p.m.

January 25, 2021 Interviews for selected applicants will be held January 27, 2021 Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and Form 307 to: Harrison County Board of Elections Attn: Board Members 538 N. Main Street, Suite B Cadiz, Ohio 43907 harrison@ohiosos.gov

MISC. FOR SALE

FOR RENT

Central Boiler Outdoor Wood Furnaces, Heat your home and hot water for free.

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For rent- Units now available! No waiting list for 2 bedroom units at Terrace Bingham Apartments in Cadiz Ohio.

Income qualifications must be met. Rent is based on income and some utilities are included.

Call toady! 740-942-2215 or 740-942-8372. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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REAL ESTATE WANTED “We Need Land!”

Paying top prices for farms or acreage of 20 acres or more in Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Call Bruner Land Company at (740) 685-3064.

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WANTED Cash award, $100 towards identification of criminals who caused vandalism to the back of the house at 209 W. Market Street. Call 740-4913719.

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HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS? Advertising in the News-Herald is a great way to get the word out about your business or service!

Call 740-942-2118 and ask about our advertising specials!

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 2021

PRICES GOOD SAT. JAN. 23RD THRU FRIDAY JAN. 29TH.

Sander’s Markets VIP REWARDS has been extended thru June 30th 2021

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PRICES & VARIETY MAY CHANGE. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS.

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Donut of The Week Made Fresh Every Morning!

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Kraft Philadelphia Bar Cream Cheese 8 oz. or Coffee-mate Creamers 16 oz.

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Almond Breeze Milk 64 oz. or Coffe-mate Natural Bliss Creamers 16 oz.

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Fresh Sliced Roast Beef

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