Harrison News-Herald E-Edition 2/18/23

Currence pleads guilty in child death case

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—Jessica Currence appeared in court on Tuesday for a change of plea. The case, involving the death of 8-year-old Paityn Merkins, began in June of 2021. Paityn reportedly had a host of underlying medical issues but had also allegedly been victim to abuse by both her father and Currence.

Currence was originally charged with four counts of child endangerment and one count each of manslaughter, reckless homicide, permitting

child abuse, felonious assault, domestic violence, and tampering with evidence. While it initially appeared that Currence would be tried before a jury, which had been scheduled for this week, she and the state, represented by Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Knight, came to an agreement instead.

Currence pled guilty to four charges: reckless homicide, tampering with evidence, and domestic violence. The fourth charge, originally endangering children, was amended to attempting to endanger children. The rest of the charges were dismissed.

Swelbar brings cheer to the county home

She was not immediately sentenced because the defense requested a presentence investigation. The primary purpose of a presentencing investigation, as outlined by the U.S. Probation Office, is to “assist the court in determining an appropriate sentence. However, the presentence report is also intended to assist the probation office in supervising defendants during any subsequent terms of probation, parole, or supervised release.”

The report is conducted by the probation office. An officer will conduct an interview with the defendant to gather information such as family history, educational background,

community ties, and mental and emotional health. The officer may also interview friends and family of the defendant to gather additional information.

The investigation also has victim impact statements and must “include a verified assessment of the financial, social, psychological, and medical impact upon, and cost to, any individual against whom an offense has been committed. Although distinguished with a GUILTY See Pg.- 4

Hoagland named ‘Vet of the Month’

BY BONNIE RUTLEDGE Publisher

coming every week!”

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—87-year-old Marilyn Swelbar has been a Harrison County resident for most of her life.

“I grew up out in the country,” she said. “Once I graduated, I moved uptown and started working.”

She was one of five kids, sang in the choir at her church for 30 years, and has always stayed busy. Her first job out of high school was working in the local drugstore.

“Then I worked at City Loan for ten years, and then I had my baby and quit working. I stayed home for a while, but I volunteered for anything that came along if they needed another hand.”

She has always been willing to help with anything that needs to be done. She’s been recognized as an important member of the community. In 2006, she received the Community Service Award from the Cadiz Woman’s Civic Club for 30 years of dedication to the community Christmas basket project.

“It was a lot of work!” she said. Her daughter and other children would often help. “I enjoyed it, and I missed it when it was done.”

Swelbar was also named Woman of the Year by the Cadiz Business and Professional Women’s Club in 1991.

Now, she volunteers often at the county home, “I had a friend who was down here,” Swelbar said. “I came every day to visit her. She passed away. But I had gotten to know everybody, so now [they] put up with me,

She said she partly came to the home because she didn’t have any family in the area and wanted something to do.

The staff at the county home know her well, “She’s a joy to have around,” said Activities Coordinator Kim Burgess.

Swelbar has found volunteering to be rewarding in its own way. “We fell in love with her instantly! It was about five years ago, maybe even longer, that we met.”

She said that Swelbar makes a positive impact on the residents, “There are times I can’t get a word in edgewise because there are conversations going on with everyone! They can’t wait to talk to her!”

“I enjoy it; I enjoy people,” Swelbar said. “Sometimes, just the expression on their face. I know some of them probably don’t have company. I know lots of them because I’ve been around town for a hundred years!”

Speaking about the younger generations, she said, “Some young people like old people, and some of them don’t want any part of that. This is kind of sad because one day, they’re going to be one of us. At the same time, young people are often the most caring.”

She said that it’s important to remember we don’t know what will happen in the future and to take each day as it comes along.

Harrison County Home Administrator Albert Peters said Swelbar is a great asset to the home and that “she has a heart larger than life.”

Swelbar is always a joy to have in the home, and she looks forward to many more years of sharing her time with the amazing residents and staff.

CADIZ—”I grew up in the military. My father was an Army Green Beret. I was born in Steubenville, and my grandmother owned a store in Mingo Junction—I can remember it; I was about five years old, but when my dad got back from Vietnam (think Tet Offenses), we moved to Panama in Central America.”

Frank Hoagland explained how formative the base schools were and fondly recounted stories of his foreign teachers. His family spent eight years in Panama before returning to the Ohio/Pennsylvania region. Hoagland looked up to his father and, one night, as they were working on a car together, told his father of his aspirations to become a “frogman” (Navy SEAL). Hoagland’s father swiftly smacked him and told him to be an engineer instead.

Hoagland played football for Buckeye North and attended the Jefferson Vocational School for heating and air conditioning. He and his wife, Darla, were high school sweethearts and married a year after they met at 19 years old. Twenty days after graduation and following in his brother’s footsteps, Hoagland enlisted in the Navy.

“My goal all along was to be a frogman. And we did it. Darla and I had no clue what we were getting into. My brother had just gone through it, and then I did all the basic training that’s normal…first off, I was classified for high-pressure pipe and welding. Then I went through BUDs (Basic Underwater Demolition) and frogman, and I never looked back. I had a blast—worked my way up through the ranks, and it was the best time of our lives. Darla and I just loved what we did.”

The Hoagland family had their fair share of

difficulties, too. Their first son was born while Hoagland was deployed. He was commissioned to spend long periods of time away from home and, due to the nature of his assignments, only got a ten-minute phone call every three or so months during some of those assignments. He was able to make it back home for the birth of his second son but didn’t get to stay long before deploying again. While he was away, Darla oversaw the building of their new home. After a particularly gruesome day of combat, he remembers calling home only to learn that Darla’s number had been disconnected. She had already moved into their beautiful new home and, when they got connected later that night, informed him that she needed a new washer and dryer. Hoagland recounted how happy he was to worry about something like a washer and dryer instead of what he had faced that day.

“I was just proud to serve with the men and women who were with us through it all. Maybe we wore different uniforms, but we all served the same purpose. That integrity is what is so addicting. That’s why veterans today gravitate to each other—not everybody values that level of character that was beaten into us.”

Hoagland retired from the Navy in 2003, but the Department of Defense soon recruited him to help run operations in Afghanistan. He spent 10 more years overseas and averaged 200 days away from home.

“In that world, I did really well at what I had to do. We had some terrible, terrible times, and there were some highlights too. When you take down your objective, and everything goes well, we, as war fighters, gravitate toward those successes. It’s not for everybody. It’s a tough job. And it’s not like we become desensitized…

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Marilyn Swelbar with Harrison County Home Activities Coordinator Kim Burgess. Burgess said of Swelbar, “She’s a godsend. I don’t know what I would do without her!”

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Darla and Frank Hoagland received Frank’s ‘Veteran of the Month’ award from Dirk Harkins (right) of the Veterans/First Responders Jamboree earlier this month. NH PHOTO/BONNIE RUTLEDGE

Adena prepares for spring showers, flooding

BY ALYSSA HOWARD

Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

ADENA—Adena council met on the evening of Tuesday, February 14. The meeting started with the police report, and they are still looking for those that stole the lights from under the pavilion at Bedway Park. If the person(s) involved are discovered, the village does plan to prosecute.

Council has big plans for village improvement this year. Mayor Brenda Roski reached out to the electrical students at Jefferson County JVS to potentially partner with them to fix the wreaths that hang throughout the village during the Christmas season. Roski is also hoping to get new, easier-to-set-up Christmas decorations for the village green.

Street Supervisor Mike Reynolds spoke about the street projects that have started. He has completed some patch work around Churchill and towards Dogtown.

The village has partnered with Sebring Excavating. They are enacting the work on controlling flood water from the streets to a proper drainage system before the spring rains come. Reynolds is also working to clear debris out of the creek to help with water flow. Sebring Excavating is also doing some other road work throughout the village.

Reynolds and President of Council R.J. Konkoleski spoke of the replacement of the “Welcome to Adena” sign on County Road 10 coming from Harrisville that not long ago was hit by a vehicle. Konkoleski mentioned that it might be better to put it closer to town instead of the turn it originally stood on. The council and the street department are planning to speak with property owners in that area to

negotiate where to place the new sign.

Roski commended Reynolds on his help with not only village roads but the water department as well.

“Mike, I want to publicly thank you for pitching in and helping with the water department. We appreciate everything you are doing.” Roski said.

Council discussed cross-training village employees to help with multiple tasks around the village. They are also considering looking for another village employee in the future. They are also looking into some building stabilization, work on the grandstands, and painting at the Golden Wave Stadium at Pit Field. They are hoping to make improvements using recycled, eco-friendly equipment.

Roski again talked about having pride in the village. She mentioned that if you see any street lights out, there is a pole number and a phone number on the pole to call. If there is not, look at the house it is by, get the street name, and call AEP Ohio and report it, or go online and report it. AEP Ohio will come right out and fix the light. You could also contact council member Nicholas Wallace to report a light outage.

On a lighter note, Konkoleski brought in a “history show-and-tell,” an old Valentine card from 1919 mailed from Robyville. He then quizzed Mayor Brenda Roski on how many post offices were in Adena in 1910. She named all 4: Adena, Robyville, Blairmont, and Herrick. She also mentioned that mail used to come by train back in those days. The trains would slow way down, and they would toss large bags of mail off the train cars to mail carriers waiting by the tracks with carts. She said that on a trip to Alaska that she took years ago, that practice was still used in most places.

All interested in joining 4-H and any other programs in Harrison County should call the Harrison County Extension office at 740-942-8823. PHOTO PROVIDED

BY ED BANKS Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ—A visit to the Harrison County Extension Office will quickly validate the office's mission. That mission is to offer creative ways to involve the county's youth through programs such as 4-H, the fair, and scouts. These types of programs educate and involve the county's youth in many different ways. The office itself sets the tone, as youth-oriented objects and communications reflect the connection between the office and the county's youth.

"By encouraging the county's youth to join our local and state programs, the opportunity to be educated through participation exists," said Caity Romshak, Harrison County 4-H youth educator. "We also engage with the communities around the county."

Romshak is in her third year in the position, and she definitely walks and talks the language and the initiative of the position. She stated that not only do the program club members learn through their experiences but they are also instructed on how to use the learning. She also mentioned that 4-H is not just about the fair; it is for everyone. The program itself is not shaped by background or any one interest but is

designed in a way for all youth to be successful.

"This office is comprised of very intelligent and dedicated individuals," Romshak added. "Our educators are amongst the top of their individual professional fields. I personally do not call this work or a job because I love what I do. I am pleased to say that a lot of the communication you see here comes from youth all over the county. In many ways, they show or voice their thankfulness for being asked to join the program."

Romshak also shows interest in the programs by attending some of the activities and by going to the fair. Using approved volunteers is a very special way of engaging with the community. Where and whenever an activity, program, or special event is being held, chances are volunteers are performing an important part of the delivery.

"Our programs also get assistance through volunteers," Romshak went on. "The process of becoming a volunteer is a multi-step process. An application is the first step in the process; then, the applicant must provide acceptable references. The following step is to go through an interview. Following the interview process, the applicant will go through a mandatory background check with fingerprinting.”

Anyone interested in volunteering call 740-942-8823 by April 1.

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Taking a Stand in Wokeland NEWS

By Pastor Ken Staley Pleasant Grove & Harrisville United Methodist Churches PastorKenStaley@gmail.com

It happened to Abraham’s nephew Lot, to Moses, John the Baptist, Jesus, and a slew of others in the Scriptures. They took a stand against unrighteousness and suffered the wrath of the very people who see themselves as the bastion of love and tolerance. When Lot and Moses stood up for righteousness, they both got the same response, “Who made you a judge over us?” People operating outside of God’s commands do not like to be judged. The Old Testament book of Judges, in chapter 17, says, “In those days Israel had no king and everyone did what was right in their own opinion” Isn’t that exactly where we are now? Kirk Cameron, the “Growing Pains” TV star of the 80s turned Christian author, was canceled recently from reading his new children’s book at a library’s story hour because of its Christian theme. But the very same library allowed a drag queen to read to the children for story hour. Jesus told us, “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you…

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Lakeland Board of Education will be meeting on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the school.

Covid benefits begun in 2020 will soon be ending.

For health insurance options, please visit www. healthcare.gov. SNAP benefits will also return to “normal” allotments beginning in March. Call 844-640-6446.

The regular meeting of the Mental Health & Recovery Board: Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the MHR Board Office. 99 N. Sugar Street, St. Clairsville

they will treat you this way because of my Name for they do not know the one who sent me.” (NIV) When Jesus said, “If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own,” the message is clear that there is to be a difference in the worldview of how a believer thinks and an unbeliever thinks. The Lord’s half-brother James wrote in the fourth chapter of his epistle, “Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God. Or do you think Scripture says without reason that he jealously longs for the spirit he has caused to dwell in us?” (NIV) Being a friend of the world is the personal compromise of not living out Monday – Saturday what we profess on Sunday because we would rather go along to get along and not suffer the persecution that comes with saying there is right and wrong. It’s being like Peter and proclaiming we will die for Jesus but deny Him when publicly pressured. But taking a stand for righteousness doesn’t mean we get a pass for being “In your face” rude. Paul told Timothy, “Opponents of the gospel must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth.” What God spoke to Joshua He is still speaking to us today, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged because the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

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• Cares for impounded animals (e.g., feeds, waters, bathes animals).

• Reports to Dog Warden and Board of Commissioners.

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• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Applications are available in the in the Commissioner’s Office, located at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907. Email resumes to: commissioners@harrisoncountyohio.org until Wednesday, March 15, 2023

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HARRISON COUNTY WATER/SEWER BOARD

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job TiTle: Full-Time WaTer /WasTeWaTer equipmenT operaTor 1

Hours: Day Shift 40 hrs. per week/overtime as needed.

Immediate Supervisor: Water/Wastewater Superintendent

Qualifications: High school or equivalent, Ability to operate equipment., Valid Driver’s License, Class A CDL (helpful but not required)

Job Description

This position requires an applicant to be able to perform various tasks in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of all the county owned water and wastewater facilities, under the direction of the superintendent.

(Please contact the office for a full position description) Resumes may be submitted via email: countywater@ harrisoncountyohio.org or in person at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohi0, until Thursday February 23, 2023, until 4:00 p.m.

The Village of Cadiz is currently advertising for a m ainTenance/l aborer /meTer r eader

Duties include: This is a routine manual labor position. Participates in the maintenance, repair and construction preparation of all sanitary sewer lines, water lines, pump lift stations, and water meters. Locate water and sewer lines, dig in search of leaks in water pipes, or sanitary sewer pipes. Walk a regular, scheduled route and read all water meters on that route, test, repair and replace water meters as required. Assists in the operations of the water treatment plant and sewer treatment plant. Perform related work as required.

Said position is 40 hours per week at hourly rate $12.00 hour with Pension & Health/Life Insurance/ Dental Benefits.

Application are due on February 27th @ 3:30 p.m. They can be emailed to clerk-treas@villageofcadiz.com or mailed to/drop off at 128 Court Street Cadiz, Ohio 43907

Ohio outlaws pear tree

COLUMBUS—It is now illegal to sell, grow, or plant Callery pear (also known as Bradford pear) in Ohio because of its invasive qualities and the likelihood of causing economic or environmental harm. There is no requirement for the removal of existing plants, but the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry encourages it.

Bradford pear is a variety of Callery pear, an ornamental fruit tree that is wreaking havoc along roadsides, ditch banks, farm fields and natural areas, including wetlands throughout Ohio, because of its aggressive growth and invasive nature. Once established, Bradford pear chokes out many native trees and shrubs. It grows in many soil conditions and does not require high levels of soil fertility or quality, allowing it to grow in many places where other trees fail to survive or thrive.

Callery pear is an ornamental species native to regions of Asia. It was introduced to North

America in the early 1900s for agricultural use. It quickly became a favorite in landscaping for its adaptability, flowering, fall color, and rounded crown. It is most easily spotted in early spring when it blooms with white flowers along highways, yards, fields, and other disturbed sites. The rounded leaves are dark green with a shiny upper surface and arranged alternately. The leaf margin is wavy and finely serrated. The white flowers are clustered with five petals, and blooms typically have a strong, unpleasant smell, often compared to rotting fish. Tiny, hard pears appear in the fall. The brown fruit is almost woody until frost softens it. After that, the fruits are eaten by birds who spread the seeds.

Potential legal alternatives are Serviceberry, eastern redbud, chokecherry, American plum, flowering dogwood, eastern hophornbeam, American hornbeam, yellowwood, hawthorn, and blackgum.

Freeport aims for EPA standards

BY DEB MILLIGAN Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

FREEPORT—Council met on February

8 at town hall with Mayor Larry Wells conducting the meeting. He began the meeting by welcoming guests. They discussed the water/sewer project, which they started talking about four years ago. They are to start by putting a disposal plant at the bottom of the hill and a lift station at Steele Crest. No one will be hooked up until they are done putting in the system. Residents have until March 3 to pay by dropping them in the council slot.

They discussed the town truck that was wrecked, and they are waiting to see how much damage was done and how much money they

death stinks really really bad. We just had to deal with it and move on.”

Most people around here know the name “Frank Hoagland” because he is their senator. Bill Johnson’s last commanding officer was the same officer who put Hoagland through BUDs. Thanks to that connection, Bill Johnson called Hoagland and informed him that the Senate needed strong leadership. Hoagland respectfully declined. Johnson called a few more times, and Hoagland declined every time except the last. Hoagland recounted his candid interview and gut feeling that he would not be accepted.

“I had no clue what this entailed. When they called me to plan my campaign, I decided, ‘If we are going to get in it, we’ll be in it to win it.’ And boy, did we get in it. My vernacular is…different. My demeanor is not a politician’s demeanor. My mission has always been different, too—and that mission is to keep our finances in the state of Ohio squared away, so we aren’t burdening the people, and make sure we create an environment where the government is not [the peoples’s] first obstacle to do what they need to do [in business].”

In 2023, Hoagland is working to ensure law enforcement training budgets. He is also the point person for all things pertaining to veterans and, in his words, is ‘trying to get rid of obstacles for military personnel to get civilian jobs.’

“My question is, ‘Why are we burdening vets to go through higher education in the civilian realm when they are already qualified

will get from the insurance company. They talked about the dangerous intersection on Route 800. Council members are to check into what kind of sign they can place there to slow traffic down.

Bill Morrison & Dan Snyder reported that they filled some holes in town roads and alleys, were looking at a dump truck to get for the town, and began marking water lines for sewer systems. They are still working to bring the water plant up to EPA standards. It was said that the village had the best pressure.

Council is taking estimates to put a new metal roof on the township building that council bought. Council signed a resolution to authorize the approval of 2023 permanent appropriations and went into executive session.

from their military training? Why can’t an M&P (military police) officer transfer his skills to a local police station? He can’t right now. I’m working on legislation to change that. Why can’t army instructors transfer their skills to schools and become teachers? This legislation we are working on will greatly help our vets transition back home and enter the jobs that they are most qualified to do.”

When asked what advice he’d like to give to his fellow citizens, Hoagland stated the following:

“Get off your [couch]. Show up to work on time in the right uniform with the right attitude. You do that—you could be successful…I want to see small businesses hiring good people who are trainable. Every day I get up, the first thing I want to do is see the sunrise. I’m so grateful to have another day full of opportunities. And I hope that people today adopt that same mentality.”

VET OF THE MONTH From Pg.- 1

Frank and Darla Hoagland were voted prom king and queen together in 1982.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Ruining the Beauty of Feed Springs Road

On Tuesday, as I was driving home, I was shocked to see the results of Tuscarawas County workers mowing down trees and digging ditches on both sides of Feed Springs Road just outside the Harrison County border (there are no county signs). After they hoist their upright mowers into the canopy, what is left of the smaller saplings is nothing short of shredded wood. The mower blades leave open wounds on the bark of larger trees, weakening them and leaving them prone to insect and fungal invasions. The large ditches along both sides of the road have scooped out enough soil to affect roots and destroy any wildflower populations growing along the road.

Feed Springs Hill Road, also known as the Moravian Trail Road, crosses the ridge behind Tappan Lake. It is delineated as being part of Ohio’s Scenic Byway System. You may have seen the signs, a “Trillium flower” that marks these roadways. Ohio’s Scenic Byway program, established by the Ohio Department of Transportation, selects roads for this delineation based on several criteria, including natural beauty. In the springtime, the road was especially beautiful as it was lined on both

subheading, the victim impact assessment is actually part of the offense conduct for which the defendant is responsible and includes the impact on all victims of an offense, regardless of whether the

sides by Eastern Redbud trees. The trees decorated the sides of the road with their purplish pink blooms, similar to sweet pea flowers. This small native tree is not only beautiful but considered extremely important ecologically speaking. “The pods are packed with seeds that are eaten by a bevy of wildlife including quail, cardinals, rose-breasted grosbeaks, wild turkeys, white-tailed deer, and even squirrels.” Since this tree is one of the first to bloom in the spring and supplies an abundant amount of nectar and pollen, it is indispensable to bees and other pollinators.

Each season, one could view some amazing wildflower blooms along Feed Springs Road. This included wild geraniums, goldenrods, phlox, black-eyed Susan, daisies, beebalm, bloodroots, wild ginger, and wild asters. All are important pollinator plants. It was a pleasure to drive along this road regardless of the season because it was always an example of natural beauty. Sadly, the vegetation and trees along the road are damaged or destroyed. Ironically, even one of the Scenic Byway signs was destroyed by the machinery.

information affects guideline application.”

Once this information has been gathered, it will be used to help the judge determine a sentence for Currence. Her sentencing hearing will be held on March 3, 2023. The maximum sentence she could face is up to nine years in prison.

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Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Church Service 10:45 a.m.

Bible Study (Wednesday) 6:30 p.m.

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Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

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Harrison County Sheriff Jail

January 25, 2023

The Harrison County Commissioners request proposals for medical care at the Harrison County Jail, located at 978 E Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907. This facility (the “Jail”) houses both male and female detainees and some sentenced inmates, generally having sentences of less than 12 months. The average daily population of the Jail over the past 12 months has been 10. The proposal should be based on an average daily population of proposed 10 inmates for the next year.

To be considered a valid proposal, each organization submitting a proposal (“Proposer”) must assure receipt by Harrison County of one original proposal and two duplicates at the following address not later than 10:00a.m. local time, March 2, 2023 at the following address:

Harrison County Commissioners 100 West Market Street Cadiz, Ohio 43907

Phone: (740) 942-4623

Fax: 740-942-4090

Bid packets can be picked up at the Harrison County Commissioner’s Office located at 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907. Bid must be clearly marked: RFP

FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES

AT HARRISON COUNTY JAIL

It is the intent of Harrison County to award a health care contract for a one-year term beginning 03/01/2023 and ending 02/28/2024. Harrison County intends to include in the contract a right to automatically extend the term of the contract for additional one-year terms, provided such extensions are in the best interests of the parties. Harrison County reserves the right to reject, in whole or in part, any and all proposals received by reason of this Request for Proposals (RFP). Harrison County will not pay for any information herein requested, nor will Harrison County be responsible for any costs incurred by the Proposer. All proposals shall become the property of Harrison County upon submission. Harrison County reserves the right to negotiate the final price subsequent to the submission of proposals, from the selected qualified Proposal Questions concerning this RFP and any request to tour the facility must be directed to: Thomas Smith Jail Administrator (Marked Jail Bid) Harrison County Jail 114 Court Street Cadiz, OH 43907 740-942-2197 (1:28,2:4,11,18,25) LEGAL NOTICE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF OIL AND GAS RESOURCES MANAGEMENT RE: APPLICATION FOR UNITIZATION PELLETIER NORTH UNIT JEFFERSON 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 Pelletier North Unit to occur on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 9:00 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 stratigraphic equivalent interval that is from fifty feet above the top of the Utica Shale formation to 50 feet below the base of the Point Pleasant interval of the Utica Shale formation covering the Pelletier North Unit area. This proposed unit area includes lands in Sections 4, 5, 11, and 12, Township 11N, Range 4W, and Section 7, Township 12N, Range 4W, all in Springfield Township, Jefferson County, Ohio; Sections 33 and 34, Township 10N, Range 3W, Salem Township, Jefferson County, Ohio; and Section 3, Township 11N, Range 4 West, German Township, Harrison County, Ohio. The surface location for the EAP Pelletier

date of the first publication of this notice is Saturday, February 4, 2023. The date of last publication is Saturday, February 25, 2023.

Dated: Saturday, February 4, 2023

Applicant’s contact information: EAP Ohio, LLC Attn: Scott Elliott 5847 San Felipe, Suite 400 Houston, TX 77057 346-240-3225 selliott@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. (2:4,11,18,25)

LEGAL NOTICE

Sealed proposals will be received by the Harrison County Commissioners, 100 W. Market St.; Cadiz, OH 43907 until 9:30 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, and then at 10:00 a.m. at said office opened and read aloud. Request for proposals for a Project Manager for Appalachian Community Grant Program- Technical Assistance Planning Process. Specifications can be obtained by emailing: Misty Bailie, Executive Assistant (mbailie@harrisoncountyohio.org) Harrison County Commissioners 100 W. Market St. Cadiz, OH 43907 By order of the Harrison County Commissioners (2:11,18)

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Bowerston School District Public Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting for February 20, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the Penn Room. Dianne M. Cole Interim Fiscal Officer (2:18)

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, filing an appeal, or ADA accommodations may be obtained at: https://epa.ohio.gov/ actions or Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St. P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-6443037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov

of Renewal of NP-

I stopped to ask some of the workers why this “butchering of the trees” was being done. The answer I got was, “they were opening up the road so the sunlight could melt the snow in the winter.” Really? How much shade does a deciduous tree provide in the winter months? Our family has traveled that road for 22 years, and I can say that there were only a handful of times when snow was ever an issue. Additionally, most of the trees directly along the road are Redbuds which will never become large trees. There are many ways the road could be improved. How about some white lines along the sides? How about picking up the trash along the road and at the intersection with Route 800? How about filling in the potholes? Why was it necessary to ruin the very features that garnered the road its Ohio Scenic Byway designation? I think tax money could be spent in a much better way. I would like to see the science behind the decision to ruin the beauty of Feed Springs Road.

— Randi Pokladnik, PhD. Environmental Studies Franklin Township, Harrison County

Others involved in the case are Kristopher Merkins, Paityn’s father, and Angela Parcell, Currence’s mother. Parcell was sentenced in December 2022 and is currently on probation. Merkins has yet to be sentenced, but his trial will begin in early March.

(405) 252-7614 Email: hayley.sloat@ascentresources.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. (2:18,25,3:4,11)

PUBLIC NOTICE Moorefield Township Board of Trustees will hold their March monthly meeting on Monday, March 6, 20232 at 7:00p.m. instead of 6:30pm at the Township Building, Moorefield, Ohio. Sheri Miller, Fiscal Officer (2:18)

ing information: Meeting number (access code): 2332 808 8497 Meeting password: G7vjpmaH46p 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: 2332 808 8497 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, February 18, 2023. The date of last publication is Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Dated: Saturday, February 18, 2023

Applicant contact information: Ascent Resources – Utica, LLC

Attn: Amy Noel 3501 NW 63rd Street Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 252-7680 Email: amy.noel@ascentresources. 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. (2:18,25,3:4,11)

LEGAL NOTICE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF OIL AND GAS RESOURCES MANAGEMENT RE: APPLICATION FOR UNITIZATION RUTH N MTP JF UNIT HARRISON AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, OHIO NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

Applicant Ascent Resources – Utica, LLC (“Ascent”) 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 Ascent’s Ruth N MTP JF Unit to occur on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be held via video conference, as set forth below. Ascent seeks to obtain an Order for Unit Operation from the Chief of the Division as to the Utica/Point Pleasant Formation covering the Ruth N MTP JF Unit area. This proposed unit area includes lands in Sections 7 and 13, Township 9N, Range 4W and Sections 4, 5, 6, and 12, Township 8N, Range 4W, all in Short Creek Township, Harrison County, Ohio, and Section 34, Township 7N, Range 3W, in Mount Pleasant Township, Jefferson County, Ohio. The surface location for the Ascent Ruth N MTP JF Unit will be located in Section 34, Township 7N, Range 3W, Mount Pleasant Township, Jefferson County, Ohio, on Jefferson County, OH Parcel No. 2001756-001. Certain tracts in the Ruth N MTP JF 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 and their owners’ names: (1) Harrison County, OH Parcel Nos. 25-0000240000 and 25-0000239000 – Owners: The Unknown Heirs and Assigns of Richard Patrick Finney, deceased; and (2) Harrison County, OH Parcel No. 26-0000000000 – Owners: The Unknown Successors and Assigns of Georgetown Coal Company.

LEGAL NOTICE Rumley Township’s Annual Financial Report for the year ending December 31, 2022 is complete and filed with the Ohio Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for viewing at the Rumley Township Community Hall by contacting the Fiscal Officer, Barbara Birney, at 740-946-0705. Barbara Birney, Fiscal Officer Rumley Township (2:18)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed proposals for the Harrison County Demo Grant will be received by the Harrison County Commissioners, 100 W. Market St.; Cadiz, OH 43907 until 9:30 a.m., Thursday, March 2, 2023, and then at 10:00 a.m. at said office opened and read aloud. Harrison County is anticipating demolition of a total of 24 structures in the following areas: Bowerston, Cadiz, Jewett and German Township. Specifications, and bid forms for Group 1-(with Asbestos) – Bowerston & German Twp and Group 2- (with Asbestos) - Cadiz, may be obtained at the Harrison County Grant Office, 538 N. Main St.; Ste A; Cadiz, OH 43907; Mon – Thurs 8am-4pm – or by email request to meh@harrisoncountyohio.org or jrh@harrisoncountyohio.org. Bids shall be sealed and marked as Bid for Harrison County Demo Grant Group 1- (Asbestos) Bowerston & German Twp and Harrison County Demo Grant Group 2- (Asbestos) Cadiz and mailed or delivered to: Misty Bailie, Executive Assistant Harrison County Commissioners 100 W. Market St. Cadiz, OH 43907 Attention of bidders is called to all the requirements contained in this bid packet, particularly to the various insurance requirements, equal opportunity provisions, environmental concerns, etc. No bidder may withdraw his bid within thirty (30) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Harrison County Commissioners reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids.

By order of the Harrison County Commissioners (2:18,25)

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, 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907, until 10:00 A.M local time on March 8, 2023, for the purchase of equipment listed below. Equipment to be purchased consists of the following: 1. Compact Track Loader: Minimum 95 HP, 4800 Pound Lifting Capacity, Heat/AC in Cab, Backup Camera, Quick Disconnect, High Flow Hydraulics, High-Capacity Bucket (gravel bucket), forks. Each bid shall list 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 opening bids. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope, bearing on the outside, the name and address of bidder and

Women’s Study

a.m. Men’s Study 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Nursery Provided

Thursday Bible Study

Monthly Ladies’ Tuesday 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Find us on Facebook & Instagram!

BROWNSVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

1.5 miles west of Deersville on Moravian Trail

Pastor Tim Thomas

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Find us on Facebook!

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): 2330 913 0597 Meeting password: GapuW39tQ2G 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: 2330 913 0597 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, February 18, 2023. The date of last publication is Saturday, March 11, 2023. Dated: Saturday, February 18, 2023

GUILTY From Pg.- 1

Glenn Christy

Glenn E. Christy, 93, of Hopedale, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, February 8, 2023. He was born October 28, 1929, in Barton, Ohio, a son of the late Joseph E. and Margaret Morgan Christy.

He married Doris Baker Christy on October 30, 1958. She preceded him in death on May 1, 2015. Glenn was a graduate of St. Clairsville High School. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict and served in the U.S. Air Force. He was operator of the Shell Station and later the Sinclair Station, both in Hopedale. He retired in 1996 after many years of service from the Carson Company in Hopedale. Glenn was a member of the Hopedale Church of Christ, where he served as an elder for many years.

Surviving are his daughter, Carla Barnhart of Benton, Illinois; one grandson, Corey (Kacey) Barnhart; one granddaughter, Lindsay (Nathan) White; four greatgrandchildren: Korinne, Parker, Fynlee and Oliver; also a sister, Beulah Burghy; a sisterin-law, Irene Christy; brother-in-law, Rex Morgan; several nieces and nephews; and longtime friend, Joe Carter.

He was preceded in death in addition to his parents and wife by a son-in-law, Randy Barnhart; his brothers: Harry, Walter, Raymond, Joseph, Jr., Ralph, Merritt,

John, Arthur, and Lawrence Christy; and his sisters: Nina Pickenpaugh, Mable Ault, Edna Christy, Wilda Christy, and Meredith Christy.

Calling hours and funeral were held on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at the Hopedale Church of Christ, 306 Lahm Drive, Hopedale, with Dean Blythe officiating. Burial followed at Greenwood Cemetery, Hopedale, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hopedale Church of Christ, 306 Lahm Drive, Hopedale, Ohio 43976.

The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr.com.

Monte Frashure

Monte P. Frashure, 83, of Cadiz, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the Meadows of Cadiz, surrounded by his family. He was born April 7, 1939, in Duncanwood, Ohio, a son of the late Carson (Pinky) and Irene Jett Frashure.

Monte retired from Y&O #1 Coal Company and then managed Shurfast Food Mart, along with his wife Esther, for 30+ years. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army Reserves. He was a longtime member of the Cadiz Eagles, Aerie #2162, and the Cadiz American Legion. Monte was an avid Steelers fan. He loved working in the garage on any project that came his way. He enjoyed many years of camping at Sally Buffalo Park with his family and friends. Monte never missed an opportunity to plow snow.

He was preceded in death, in addition to his parents, by a brother, Keith J. Frashure of Port St. Lucie, Florida, his sisters Shirley Frashure and Carol Jones of Cadiz, Ohio, and his great-granddaughter Bayli Diloreto of Cadiz, Ohio.

LOOK AT THE PAST

The Little Zion Settlement

By Susan Adams

Little Zion Settlement was located in the NW corner of Stock Township on Beagle Club Road from US 250. It was a settlement established in the 1820s by Benjamin Ladd and Henry Grew of Smithfield, Trustees of the Friend’s Society (Quakers), for families of emancipated slaves. There were two 80-acre grants of land. Each family was given about 20 acres, a horse, a

cow, a pig, and chickens, and helped to make a home. Little Zion A.M.E. Church was the scene of many stirring religious meetings. People of different races attended these services also. In the summer, they had “bush meetings,” all-day affairs with picnic dinners. These services continued into the twentieth century. This picture shows some children at one of the “bush meetings.” Children from the Little Zion Settlement attended Sampson School, which was located on Township Road 228 in Stock Township. Information and picture from the book “Lest We Forget” Harrison County Early Schools.

Surviving are his wife of 31 years, Esther L. Kelley Frashure; sisters, Myrna (Jim) Keyser of Cadiz, Ohio; Sandy (Art) McFadden of Cooksville, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Betty June Frashure of Port St. Lucie, Florida; a stepson, Scott (Susan Lewis) Cunningham of Cadiz, Ohio; granddaughters, Ashley (Brandon) Huffman of New Athens, Ohio; Brittany Cunningham of Cadiz, Ohio; a grandson, Wyatt Cunningham of Cadiz, Ohio; two great-granddaughters, Ava and Harper Huffman; great-grandson, Owen Diloreto of Cadiz, Ohio.

Calling hours were held on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, where the funeral service was held on Wednesday with Pete Tuchek officiating. Burial followed at Cadiz Union Cemetery. The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr.com.

elizabeth MihalCo Dunlap

Elizabeth Mihalco Dunlap of Scio passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 23, 2023, in Sarasota, Florida. Liz died three days before her 96th birthday. She was born January 26, 1927, to Michael and Irene Bertz Mihalco in Duncanwood, Ohio, baptized at St. Casimir Church on February 27 by Fr. Wisniski, graduated from Cadiz High School in 1944 as a member of the National Honor Society, and married the love of her life Robert Dunlap on September 2, 1944.

Card Club (for 68 years.)

Liz was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; her parents, Mike and Irene Mihalco; her brothers, James and Eugene (Dobie) Mihalco; and her sister-in-law Sue Mihalco.

Surviving is her loving family: daughters Susan (Russ) Mall of Columbus, Ohio, and Sarasota, Florida, and Debra (Ron) Hartley of Port Charlotte, Florida; grandchildren Jeff Mall, LaMar Bontrager, Jennifer Mall Russell, Tiffany (Nath) Harris, and Dr. Doug (Kristina) Engel; great-grandchildren Jonny, Elise, Kate, Haley, Grant, Jacob, Finn, and Brooklyn; sister-in-law Edith Mihalco; and her nieces and nephews.

Liz enjoyed a long, happy life and was especially proud of her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was a baker and cook extraordinaire. Receiving a baked item from Liz was a treat for her many friends and acquaintances. She will be missed by all those who knew her and loved her. Per her request, there will be no funeral or services.

happy heavenly birthDay

Joseph “Joey ” l edger

Liz worked at Scio Pottery and Scio Packaging companies for over 60 years, finally retiring at age 92. She was the Scio Town Clerk in the 1950s and was also a charter member of the Scio Junior Women’s Club, the National VFW Auxiliary, the Scio American Legion Auxiliary, and Merry Whirl

ONGOINGEVENTS

MEN’S BASKETBALL night again at Warren Township Community Center 6:00 pm every Thursday. Call 330-260-9528.

SPRING BINGO New Athens Firehall

Sunday, March 5, 2023 1:00 p.m.

SQUARE DANCE Feb. 25th, 6PM Harrison County Fairgrounds 550 Grant St. Cadiz, Ohio. FREE. Donations welcome.

Caller: Dan Kirk. Hosted by the Harrison County Farm Bureau. Food & refreshments .

SPAGHETTI DINNER & AUCTION

Sat., March 4, 2023 Leesville Faith Community Chapel Fellowship Hall. St. Rt.

212, Leesville, Ohio Dinner 5:00 to 6:00 pm with Carryout Available. Auction will follow the dinner. Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, roll, dessert and drink. Homemade sauce and meatballs. Adults $9, Kids 4-9 $5, under 3 free. Info 740-269-9024.

HUMANE SOCIETY of Harrison County February meeting will be held on February 23 at 5:00 p.m. at the Cadiz Inn on 82468 Cadiz Jewett road in Cadiz. New members welcome!

ROAST BEEF Dinner Sunday February 26th 11 am-1 pm Scio Fire Hall 318 West Main Street All-You-Can-Eat $15 Adults $8 Under age 10 Eat in or Carry out Benefits Scio Vol. Fire Dept.

Corner of Center & N 5th St Dennison, OH 740-922-4848 FREE DELIVERY TO HARRISON COUNTY !

PUBLIC RECORD

VIOLATIONS

CRIMINAL/TRAFFIC

Sadly missed by mother Wanda, sister Lorrie, Chuck, Camryn, and Cole. ON

13. As old as time?

14. Milan’s La

15. Drug addict

16. Craving

17. Some primatologists’ study object, for short

18. *Shoe, not a titular character in Henry James’ novel

20. What spirits and culprits have in common

21. Falstaffian in body

22. Jack Kerouac’s ___ Paradise

23. *Shoe, not lazy person

26. Concealing plant, in a painting (2 words)

30. Not leg

31. ____ ____ help

34. Poet Pound

35. *Sound of Wellington boots

37.

11 speeding violations, 2 seatbelt violations, 2 driving under suspension, 4 registration violations, 2 tail light violations, 3 OVI, 2 stop sign violations, 1 willful/wonton operation, 1 no operating license, 1 following distance violation, 1 unsafe vehicle, 1 temporary permit violation, 1 turn signal violation, 2 failure to control, 2 disorderly conduct, 1 obstructing, and 2 duck hunting violations.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

1/29 – A minor called the office to advise he was having problems with his father. His father had kicked him out of the house, so the teen had been staying with his mother. However, his mother does not have custody of him, and she would get in trouble for housing him. The mother said she was seeking custody of her son but was concerned that the father was threatening to call the sheriff and report her for kidnapping. No contact was able to be made with the father, but the local sheriff’s office said they had not had any calls about the situation.

A counselor reported that one of their clients had threatened self-harm over a text message. Deputies were able to contact the client’s mother, who was at work but had been informed of the situation by the counselor. Deputies found the client who said they did want to harm themselves and wanted to be transported to the hospital. She was transported without incident.

1/30 – Deputies responded to a report of a deceased male. The man’s son had gone over to the house to check on his father and to wash his truck. When he arrived, he could see his dad through the front door, sitting in his recliner. When he was completely unresponsive, he called 911. The father had known health problems, and there was no sign of foul play at the scene.

1/31 – While trying to get a car out of a ditch during icy conditions, the car backed into the tow truck. The car sustained minor damage. The tow truck was fine.

2/7 – Deputies were called to a Cadiz residence on a theft complaint. The caller said she believed someone got into her garage over the weekend and stole a large air compressor, a yellow extension cord, and hedge trimmers. She showed the deputies her garage and explained that whoever took her compressor replaced it with a smaller one. The smaller compressor in question had cobwebs attached to it, which was pointed out to the caller. A yellow extension cord was found in the garage, but the caller said that it was not the right one. After leaving, a deputy called the woman’s daughter, who said she had used the air compressor in question last spring. When asked if her mother was experiencing any signs of dementia, the daughter said no and that it was not out of the ordinary for her mother to act this way.

FREEPORT

By Deb Milligan

Clark Memorial Library book sale is now going on. Stop in to purchase used books. Proceeds benefit Clark Memorial Library Group. The library is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Hope everyone had a “Happy Valentine’s Day!”

Happy birthday-Isabella Koch, Greg Fritter, Kevin Milligan, Renee Murphy, Esther Tateman, Lettie Austin, and Brian Best.

The community extends its sympathy to the family of Ellen (Trimmer) Sutton, 55, of Cadiz.

On February 10, Manager Fred Dickinson welcomed 34 attendees to a great breakfast at West Chester Senior Center. Barb Davis gave prayer then everyone enjoyed the food and fellowship.

Congratulations to Richard & Katie DiLoreto for the birth of Deni Marie.

Freeport Friends 4-H Club will meet on February 26 at 5 p.m. at the Tippecanoe Methodist Church. New members are welcome.

On February 13, West Chester Senior Citizens enjoyed a Valentine’s Pizza Party. Barb Davis had the blessing, and Manager Fred Dickinson said that they have 73 members now, and everyone is welcome to become a member. Thirteen members played bingo with a lot of winners. Everyone says “thank you” to Fred Dickinson, who has been there for seven years. On February 20, they will have a guest speaker and make plans for the April 8 Easter Egg Hunt. Lakeland Baseball Association sign-ups will be on February 18 at the James Clark Fire Station in Freeport. Please bring a copy of the birth certificate and a $30 entry fee. Anyone with questions can call Coach Adam Bear at 740-391-3074. There will be no school on February 20 to celebrate President’s Day.

Belated happy 65th anniversary to Ollie & Judy Workley.

It was Youth Sunday at the Freeport United Methodist Church on Sunday. Katelyn Obermiller led the children in singing “Jesus Loves Me.” Then the youth passed out a Valentine’s Day present to everyone. Freeport Volunteer Fire Department’s “Annual Craft Show” will be Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. To RSVP a table, contact Linda Fritter at 740-213-9197.

SCIO

By Cindy Spiker

Only 30 days until spring!

Positive things are happening in our town…

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department “Night at the Races” was held this past Saturday evening. The event was very well attended and was a fun, successful fundraiser for the fire department. All proceeds have gone to the building addition fund. The addition is progressing nicely.

The Scio Dollar General store will be doing a complete renovation in May. Some fresh produce will be added to the store’s stock. During this changeover, the store will be closed for a few days. Plans to repair the parking lot are in the works.

Repair work has begun on College Street! Word has been received of the passing of Orville Dickerson. Orville was a 1982 Jewett-Scio High School graduate.

Ash Wednesday service will be held at the Scio United Methodist Church on Wednesday, February 22, at 6 p.m.

The Perrysville Methodist Church Ash Wednesday service will be held on Wednesday, February 22, at 6:30 p.m.

Please contact me at scionews@myyahoo. com or 740-945-4844 with any notices, news, or upcoming events that you would like included in this column.

DID YOU KNOW?… In 1899 a cigar factory was located on Church Street (directly behind the former Neimayer Drugs building).

SMITHFIELD

By Esther McCoy

How about this weather? We have daffodils blooming in abundance, and it sure looks like spring is coming, but we know there will be more snow before it actually arrives.

I see by the calendar that President’s Day is February 20. This is a “school-free day” now, but we went to school that day, and I think we were off on February 22. It has been so long ago I can’t remember.

That same week, there are Mardi Gras ceremonies on February 21 and Ash Wednesday on February 22. A big wish of mine has always been to be at a Mardi Gras and see all the floats and beads flying about.

Community Lenten Services have been planned by a group from all participating churches in the Smithfield area and start on February 26 at the Friends Church. Art Wells will be the speaker. The other services will be March 5-Presbyterian Church, with Phil Bliss giving the message; March 12, is the United Methodist Church, with Walter Jancura speaking from the pulpit; March 19, at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, with Melody Essex providing the message; March 26, Shaffer Chapel AME, with Steve Browning; and April 2, Christian Church with Rev. Craig Smith. Ken Perkins and Mark Nelson have been re-elected to the Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District board and were sworn in by Commissioner Tony Morelli during a district meeting. They are elected to a three-year term to represent the county and direct district operations. The board consists of Mark Nelson, chairman; Duayne Wethereil, vice chairman; Perkins, treasurer; Shawn Dougherty, secretary; and Stephanie Vance, public relations.

In their annual meeting, Jules and Jodee Verhovec of rural Smithfield were named the Conservation Cooperator of the Year. Their farm on the outskirts of Smithfield holds a herd of Charolais cattle. It is known by many as the Straus farm from the time Fred and Helen Straus kept up the pasture fields, maintained the farmhouse, rolling pasture fields, and impressive red barn. They spent several years and countless hours

bringing the land back to life and the 60 acres of land adjacent to their farm home.

At the meeting, Jeremy Scherf, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, was recognized for assisting the district for over 20 years and providing land users with information and tools to make the best management decisions. He has supported, advised, and presented district programs, including country-wide bus tours. He provided and mentored the county staff, provided local students with hands-on forestry education, and continued to provide forestry program updates to the county elected officials.

I want to close with “Homemade Happiness,” a paragraph we can all use every day.

Homemade Happiness: Mix together until well blended the following: 2 cups love, 1 cup kindness, 1 cup laughter, and 3/4 cup patience. Sprinkle in a generous amount of laughter and sharing and serve with a hug. This is the glue that holds us all together.

HOLLOWAY

By Susan Adams

Friday, March 3 through Sunday, March 5, the Annual Ohio Falconry Association’s “End of Season Meet” is open to the public and free to attend. Food is provided daily, free of charge. Many falconers attend this event from all over the country, making this a great place for the prospective falconer, wildlife enthusiast, bird watcher, photographer, etc. If you plan to stay multiple days, there is a hotel nearby, or you can bring your air mattress and sleeping bag and sleep in the venue for free. The meet is known for having great opportunities for falconers to bag game. This will be held at the Holloway Old Timers ground/ building, 421 E Main Street, starting March 3 at noon and concluding Sunday, March 5 at 4 p.m.

Congratulations to the Lady Jets cheerleading team that finished third in the Nationals Cheerleading Contest, earning the bronze medal. They got to compete at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Disney in Florida on February 11-12. Way to go, ladies! Thank you to all the folks that supported these young ladies throughout the year and that helped make this trip possible. So proud of the Lady Jets cheerleading team.

The Holloway UM Church is starting to plan for its Easter Egg Hunt. If anyone has any suggestions, please contact Ruth at the church. They are still holding services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Donations are always welcomed.

The Old Timers facilities are available for your birthday parties, weddings or receptions, family reunions, etc. To inquire or to book your event, contact Anita Schaeffer at 740-433-5074 or Lori Sharp at 740-510-0841, Kelli Baker at 740-6852750, or Linda Nester at 740-541-5401. Dates are filling up, so if you need the building, please call to get your date reserved. This is a very nice venue with lots of parking.

The Holloway Old Timers Association NEEDS YOUR HELP in planning the 2023 Old Timers Baseball Festival that will take place in early September. Active members are few, thus making it difficult to prepare and pull off a great festival. That has been the biggest challenge. If you can help out, if you have any ideas (including contacts) for any activity, please contact the group through messenger on Facebook. As with any festival, they are asking for donations: food, prizes, soda, and water. Entertainment etc., is expensive. For more information, contact Kenny Staten at 740-381-6124 or Linda Nester at 740-541-5401.

FYI: This will be the 75th Annual Old Timers. Much help is appreciated and needed.

Save the Date: Saturday, June 17, will be the Holloway Alumni banquet. More information later.

Save the Date: Saturday, July 15, will be the Freeport-Lakeland Alumni banquet. More information later.

FYI - The Deersville General Store (Deersville, Ohio) is excited to announce that axe throwing will be coming to Deersville. Follow the new “Bury the Hatchet Axe Throwing” page on Facebook and follow the journey as the DGS brings this fun, recreational sport to fruition by summer.

If you are having some cabin fever and would like an inexpensive night out, Thursday, February 23 at 6:30 p.m., the Deersville General Store (the store) and the Deersville Players will be hosting “Open Mic Night” at the Deersville General Store. Musicians, poets, storytellers, and comedians are welcome. There is a $5 cover charge which includes snacks. Proceeds will help the theater.

I had a wonderful call the other day, a lady called trying to find Holloway Annuals from the 1940s. Her father graduated in 1943, and she wanted to see that annual and the ones leading up to 1943 and up to and including through 1949. She is also interested in railroad history from Holloway. If anyone has those annuals, would you please let me know? It would be nice to help her out. During the conversation, I came to realize I was talking to Clarice Crawford. She was in the same class as my sister Winnie. We were all in Brownies together. I have invited her to come to the Holloway Alumni Banquet in June. There may be some folks there that will remember her dad.

DEERSVILLE

By Susan Adams

Sunday, February 19, at 6 p.m., the Deersville UM Church will be presenting a singspiration, “Make a Joyful Noise.” All are invited to enjoy an evening of inspiring music. A free-will donation and a dessert auction will take place, with all proceeds going to help with the restoration of the stained glass windows at this 140-year-old church.

If you cannot come, please consider sending a donation to help with the windows to Deersville UM Church, PO Box 59, Deersville, Ohio 44693-0059, and put in the memo of the check “Window Fund.” If you have any questions, call Joy Miles at 740-229-8928 or Tim McMillen at 330-340-2201. It will be a wonderful evening!

Wednesday, February 22, at 10 a.m., the Woody Paul Blanket Mission will meet in the fellowship hall of the Deersville UM Church

to make blankets for those in need of comfort.

Anyone who can tie a knot is welcome to come. A covered dish lunch will follow.

Wednesday, February 22, at 6 p.m. Dr. Scott Pendleton, Harrison County Historical Society, will be presenting a program in honor of “Black History Month” on the black troops from Harrison County who fought in the Civil War. This will be at the Puskarich Public Library (Coal Museum Theater), 200 E. Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio. Free to attend. This will be an interesting program.

Thursday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m., the Deersville General Store and the Deersville Players will be hosting “Open Mic Night” at the Deersville General Store. Musicians, poets, storytellers, and comedians are welcome. There is a $5 cover charge which includes snacks. Proceeds will help the theater.

Sunday, March 26, at 2 p.m. and Monday, March 27, at 6 p.m. will be open auditions for the spring musical at the Deersville Community Theater, 208 Main Street, Deersville, Ohio, for the play “Godspell.” One only needs to attend one audition day to try out for a part. Godspell is old English for “Good Tale.” Though the show tells the story of Jesus Christ and his followers, the overall message is one of community. Members of all faiths are welcome to participate in this show. All ages are welcome! There will be both speaking and singing parts available. If you don’t want to be on stage, they will need backstage help as well. Please come to auditions to network with the production team. For vocal auditions, please come with a prepared song of your choice. They will have a pianist available if you have sheet music. They will have a small Bluetooth speaker available for those choosing to use electronic accompaniment. The production will take place June 15-18. There is a call for musicians. Godspell needs to hire their pit. They need someone to play the piano, percussion, guitar, and bass. If you are interested in auditioning, please contact director Laura Gray at 740-825-2681 or LVANVICK@gmail.com.

Save the date: Saturday, April 29, will be the annual Woman’s “Restoration Retreat” at the Deersville UM Church from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More information closer to the date.

The Brownsville Christian Church services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Tim Thomas. Deersville UM Church, Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and church services at 11 a.m. with Pastor Mike Cunningham Jr. Feed Spring Church Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., worship at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday prayer meeting at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome to these three churches that grace the Moravian Trail.

Congratulations to Noah Stricker. He has officially completed all his merit badges required for Eagle Scout. Next, he will be working on his Eagle Scout project. Noah is the son of Tom and Amy Vansickle Stickler of rural Deersville.

On February 4 the EROC (Eastern Racing Offroad Championship) series hosted a very nice year-end awards banquet. Although Koda Devore could not be there because he was training in Georgia, his family did their best to represent him and all his sponsors. Koda received Pro Bike first place EROC Series 2022 and first place series overall 2022. The two trophies came with a check.

Congratulations Dakota Devore. Koda’s parents are Travis and Nikki Armstrong Devore of rural Uhrichsville, and Grandmother Shelley McMillen Devore (late Chuck Devore) of rural Deersville.

The Deersville General Store is excited to announce that axe throwing will be coming to Deersville. Follow the new “Bury the Hatchet Axe Throwing” page on Facebook and follow the journey as the DGS brings this fun, recreational sport to fruition by summer.

Bosler’s Honey Bees and Accessories (330-4015889) will start regular hours at the end of March. Until then, they are happy to coordinate porch pickups until the start of regular hours on March 30. You can follow them on their Facebook page.

Save the Date: Saturday, July 15, will be the Freeport-Lakeland Alumni banquet. More information later.

If anyone has any news items they would like printed in the paper, please call me at 740-9423137. If I am not home, please leave a message on my voicemail, and I will return the call.

HOPEDALE By John

Wilson

Hi everybody, hope you had a good week. Please mark your calendars for a couple of things. First, the Hopedale Church of Christ will be holding a public dinner at the church on March 11 at 5 p.m. They will serve roast beef, mashed potatoes, and carrots, with mixed fruit and cookies. A love donation will be accepted to cover the cost of the meal. Next up is the return of the flea markets at the Hopedale Fire House Saturday, March 4, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a breakfast and lunch stand set up, with 50/50 throughout the day. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for vendor set up or the night before from 5-7 p.m. If you would like to reserve a table or for more information, call 740942-2333. I always like to see what I can find. To the guy who was there last year with all the retro video game stuff….please come back!

Attention Cadiz High School Class of 1998, your 25-year reunion will be coming up. (Sorry, mom). The alumni banquet is held each year at the Hopedale Social Hall on August 12. Allison Cochran (Davis) is trying to get everybody’s updated contact information. Check Facebook

for “Cadiz High School Class of 1998,” and you can message her and get updates. I will also post updates here when I get them. I would like to start adding some historical things about Hopedale. A few years ago, I interviewed my neighbor Rita Rensi Botine for a school project. Ms. Rita always had great stories about what Hopedale was like, and I find it so cool that our little town used to have so much! I miss talking to her. So I found a book called Hopedale Then 1849 and Now 1976, author unknown, and will be including bits and pieces each week.

Did you know that it was between 1915 and 1918 that Hopedale began to get electricity? According to the book, many homes had a Delco plant installed in their homes, which allowed them to use electric appliances and lights. A few homes had gas wells, and many relied on coal. Many lanterns lit the otherwise dark town at that time (Page 8).

Hope everybody has a good week, and remember, if you have any news you want to put in here, reach out to me at hopedalenews@yahoo. com.

UNIONPORT

By

Mary Catherine Mull

Ash Wednesday begins the 40 days of Lent on Wednesday, February 22. This should get us ready for Palm Sunday and Easter.

Read 2 Chronicles 7:14.

Prayer time will be held at 9:30 a.m. and Bible study at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Unionport United Methodist Church in Unionport. Open to the public; anyone may attend. 740-944-1609.

Carol and Jack Klinesmith visited with Mr. & Mrs. Richard Davis recently.

Mardi Gras is now going on and will be over on Fat Tuesday, February 21.

Pat and Lou Caldrone of Wintersville visited with Tammy and Scott Burchfield on Sunday.

President’s Day holiday will be observed on Monday, February 20. Be sure to fly your flags.

Tim Zifzal and his wife Kim attended the Super Bowl Game Sunday. Tim was voted Cleveland Browns fan of the year. He was honored at the Super Bowl Game.

ADENA

By

Alyssa Howard

L.A. Pizza is hosting a dance party with DJ Reign on Saturday, February 18. It’s FREE to get in, and the music starts at 9 p.m. Winner of the dance contest will get free drinks all night.

Saturday, February 18, Taylor Jo and The Copper Creek Band will be making their first appearance at Black Sheep Vineyard. The music starts at 7:30 p.m.

Starting Monday, February 27, visit any branch of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County for kids to enter their names in a drawing for books by Dr. Seuss. One winner at each location will be announced on March 2, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

COVID-19 rapid tests are available at all PLSJ locations for FREE. Please call the branch in advance for pickup. Adena Branch Library is (740) 546-3782.

If you know of any events, birthdays, or news happening in the village, feel free to email me and let me know at lyssahowardxx@outlook.com.

DILLONVALE By

Alyssa Howard

Dillonvale Indians Baseball is doing online sign-ups! Sign-ups are open till February 18 at www.leaguelineup.com/dillonvaleindians.

Dillonvale American Legion is selling tickets for their next 13-week drawings. You may contact any Dillonvale American Legion member for tickets. Drawings will begin again on March 5.

Starting Monday, February 27, visit any branch of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County for kids to enter their names in a drawing for books by Dr. Seuss. One winner at each location will be announced on March 2, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.

COVID-19 rapid tests are available at all PLSJ locations for FREE. Please call the branch in advance for pickup. Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library is (740) 769-2090.

If you know of any events, birthdays, or news happening in the village, feel free to email me and let me know at lyssahowardxx@outlook.com.

BOWERSTON

By Mary Anna Cotter

Sincere sympathy to the family of Angela Bratke Wisman, 48, who died on February 4. She was a 1992 CV graduate.

Also, sympathy to the family of Connie Rippeth Lake, 81, who died on February 8. She was a 1959 CV graduate. Her services were held at the Trinity Church on Saturday.

The Conotton Valley cheerleaders won the OVAC Cheer Championship. Congratulations!

The bowling team beat Louisville, United Local, & Canton Central Catholic and were the champions in the OVAC.

The boys’ basketball team beat Bridgeport 57-49, Tuscarawas Central Catholic 55-44, and Toronto 52-51. The girls’ basketball team beat Madonna 42-33.

Chair Yoga will begin at the Bowerston Library on February 22 at 11 a.m. All are welcome.

Mary Anna Cotter, Paige Moss, & Brenda Sperber attended the Grand Visitation on Saturday in honor of Geni Casber at Amelia, Ohio.

hi-lift, spring development, septic systems, foundations, and all types

Local students’ art to be displayed in Columbus

CADIZ—As part of a month-long celebration of the arts and arts education, Emma Patterson and Aubrey Wood’s artwork has been selected for the 2023 Statehouse Student Exhibition. The Ohio Art Education Association joined with the Ohio Alliance for Arts Education, the Ohio Citizens for the Arts Foundation, and Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board to mount a student exhibition to recognize the talents, creativity, and innovation of students who

receive high-quality arts education instruction as part of their academic experience in school.

The exhibition hosts forty works of art featuring students in grades K-12 in Ohio’s public schools.

Please visit the exhibit, which will be open to the public at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus during regular business hours April 1-27, 2023. There will be a reception for the students and their families on April 1 at noon located in the rotunda and the south corridor, where the art is located.

Harrison Central’s junior and senior high art teacher, Mr. David Lackner, had the opportunity to select two outstanding pieces of artwork for the 2023 Statehouse Art Exhibit. He chose Emma Patterson and Aubrey Wood for this honor. Congratulations ladies!

Emma Patterson is a freshman at Harrison Central High School and is the daughter of Don and Bree Patterson of Cadiz. Emma’s exemplary work has allowed her to succeed in her drawing and painting class of mostly upperclassmen. Her work submitted for the Ohio Statehouse exhibition is a watercolor painting of a location near her home which she

photographed herself. The painting contains an autumn scene of orange and yellow leaves falling into and around a wooded stream. Her multi-layered approach heightened the sense of depth both in the forest and the included floating leaves.

Aubrey Wood is a Junior at Harrison Central High School and is the daughter of Ryan and Brittany Wood of Cadiz. Aubrey has excelled in numerous art courses throughout her junior and senior high school careers. Her drawing of monarch butterflies and foliage was submitted for the Ohio Statehouse Exhibition. This work was achieved by first cutting two images into strips and weaving them together to create a unique composition. A grid was then created on drawing paper, and each resulting square from the woven images was replicated using artist colored pencils. Her attention to detail and compositional choices give a visually rhythmic quality to this vibrant piece. For info on the 2023 Statehouse Student Exhibition, please email jarrodhartzler@gmail.com. For more information about the Ohio Art Education Association, please visit the website www.oaea.org.

Harrison Central conducts tabletop safety exercise

CADIZ—On January 19, the administrative and safety teams of Harrison Hills City Schools welcomed local law enforcement and community agencies on campus for a review of emergency school plans. As part of the day's agenda, a model exercise developed by the Ohio Emergency Management Agency was distributed to simulate an active aggressor and local response. Representatives from the Harrison County Sheriff's Office, Cadiz Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Belmont County Sheriff's Office, Silver Spade Ambulance District, WVU Medicine Harrison Community Hospital, Jefferson County Educational Service Center, Ohio Emergency Management Agency, and the Harrison County Emergency Management Agency participated in this tabletop exercise organized and facilitated by Harrison County EMA Director Eric Wilson.

Wilson commented, "[We were] pleased to design and facilitate the recent active aggressor tabletop exercise at the Harrison Central campus. Events like this are crucial to

testing response plans as well as the integration of responding agencies in an emergency situation. These low-stress environments are the perfect opportunity to discuss and test all phases of an emergency plan and see how responding agencies will fit into that plan. Procedures, policies, radio communication, and requesting additional resources from surrounding counties as well as at the state level were all tested. I feel confident that the school administration and local police, fire, and EMS are well-trained and versed in response procedures for any emergency that may affect the students or staff. While we always hope that the horrible situations we train for never affect our community, I know we are taking the necessary steps to prepare for them."

The exercise allowed those in attendance to explain anticipated actions based on Harrison Hills City School District's Emergency Operations Plan. Objectives of the exercise included defining key ideas: how school staff will initiate a lockdown procedure immediately following an active aggressor event, how school

officials would disseminate information, both internally and externally, how staff will assess mental health needs following trauma and provide services to those affected, and finally, how staff and emergency responders will account for and reunite students with parents/ guardians following the incident.

Integral to school safety and security, Sheriff Joe Myers was equally involved in the pre-planning and preparation for this exercise, "Participants reviewed various techniques to prepare for and respond to an active shooter incident. Training is ongoing to educate participants to recognize signs of violent behavior, how to react during an incident, and render aid when needed. The event was well attended, with valuable input from all participants. The Harrison County Sheriff's Office Special Response Team unit will continue to train regularly at the school to keep their skills sharp and polished.”

Superintendent Duran Morgan commended all in attendance for their dedication to student and school safety, "Harrison Hills is proud of

the dedicated effort of the school community and local community alike in cultivating a safe school environment. We are thankful for the active involvement of all agencies in reviewing and practicing our policies and procedures. The board of education, administration, faculty, and staff continue to put the safety and wellbeing of our students at the forefront. Review exercises like these allow us to collaborate and grow alongside those in the community who may be called into action in the event of an emergency."

The district is a proud partner with the Harrison County Sheriff's Office in providing comprehensive school security for students and staff. Morgan added, "Harrison Hills is proud to offer school resource officer protection through three full-time officers from the Sheriff's Office. These trained officers are part of the fabric of the environment at Harrison Central and provide dedicated protective service to our school, students, families, and community."

Susannah can feel the dew between her toes this morning as she walks to school … She can see, not far from where she is walking, her lunch bucket sitting on the side of the road … Her older sister, Eliza, always leaves it there, exactly in the same spot every day!

740-491-1192

… this very point as being exactly halfway from their diggings to the schoolhouse. … Then appearing upon the crest of the hill is this girl who’s seemingly all arms, legs, and curls, running toward her; surely this must be a ragamuffin! … the young girl says, panting and approaching, “My name is Druscilla. What is yours?” …Susannah picks up her lunch basket again and starts walking … “You know this road takes you to Germano, right?” …“Really? Our family has just moved here from Germano. Where are you from?” … “I live just down a bit over that hill, but we used to live in German Township too. …”

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Left: Emma Patterson holds up her watercolor autumnal scene. Right: Aubrey Wood shows off her detailed drawing of monarch butterflies and foliage. PHOTOS PROVIDED

Huskies victorious in OVAC consolation play

BY D.J. WATSON Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

CADIZ—For the third time this season, the Indian Creek Redskins and Harrison Central boys’ hoops teams tipped off on the hardwood. The rubber match came in an OVAC 4A consolation round matchup between the two schools that split a pair of games earlier this season. So while the Huskies narrowly missed their shot to play for the 4A title, they did capitalize on the opportunity to take the upper hand against the Redskins for the 2023 season. And they capitalized with an exclamation point.

The Huskies (12-9) ran the Redskins (10-12) off the floor last Friday night in Cadiz, coasting to a 63-38 victory that played out nothing like the first two meetings. In the season opener, the Huskies survived an overtime thriller to top the Redskins 81-80 in double overtime. Shorthanded when they made the return trip to Creek in January, the Huskies were rolled on 49-26. At full strength for the bonus game of this season’s series, the Huskies didn’t miss a beat.

The game was actually tied 13-13 after the first quarter, but it was the second frame that really took a toll on the Redskins. The Huskies outscored the visiting Skins 14-2 throughout the eight-minute stretch, laying

down a preview of what was to come in the second half. Harrison Central again outpaced Creek coming out of the break, owning a 45-

Madzia’s seven marks and Brady Elliott’s six. Elliott knocked down two long balls to get there.

Coach Aaron Foldi will likely want his boys to forget rather quickly. The Jets led at the end of every quarter, including the one that matters, as Head Coach Zach Delman and his unit were homeward bound by 9 p.m. with a 6452 victory onboard. This coming Tuesday, the two schools will switch floors and tip off the tournament opener in Morristown. With the Jets earning home floor with a higher seed (7th), the Huskies are directly behind them as the 8-seed.

The Huskies have been playing quality basketball these past two weeks. Taking that into consideration, this past affair with the Jets was plagued with turnovers and an undesirable free-throw-shooting performance. So those will be things that the Huskies will likely need to clean up if they are hoping to advance into the Sectional Championship round. It is worth noting that a mainstay at the post position in Cabot Arbaugh has not suited up since he went out in the 4A semi-final against Weir two weeks ago. His presence, or lack thereof, plays a significant role on both ends of the floor for the Huskies.

26 advantage heading into the fourth.

Mykel Quito led all scorers with 19 points. Hayden Cassidy added 17, and Clayton Vermillion poured in 12 in the paint. The trio of double-digit efforts was supported by Jace

Lady Huskies fall to Steubenville

BY ED BANKS

Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

STEUBENVILLE—A 2-point lead (1412) in the opening quarter breathed some life into the Lady Husky varsity basketball team on Thursday in Steubenville. The Huskies did all they could do to keep up with the Lady Big Reds, but the second-quarter score would be an indicator of not-so-positive things to come. Though turnovers were evident early on, both squads were guilty of handing over scoring opportunities, but the Lady Big Reds were successful in the end with a 69-41 final.

"We came out of the first quarter with the lead, and I felt like we were executing the game plan. We just couldn't put four quarters together," said Head Coach Chase Smith. "I am extremely proud of how our girls battled, but Big Red's length and athleticism were tough to match up with. Our girls fought until the final buzzer like they have all year."

Returning after the break, Steubenville

unloaded with quick trips up and down the court on both offense and defense. With that, the majority of careens off the glass would go to the hosts.

By the end of the third quarter, Steubenville had accumulated a 19-point lead. With the score now 56-37, the Big Reds went primarily to the bench throughout the fourth period. Down the final stretch, Big Red's substitutes added an additional 13 points to the lead, while Harrison added 4 points to their 37-point total after three.

Maddy Butler had a 16-point performance, and Angi Ferri followed that up with a 7-point game. Kayln Ledger had 6 points on the night, Danica Rensi and McKenzie Harbold lent 4 points each to the team's total. Both Emma Fischer and Maddy Sedgmer had 2 points. Ferri had two bonus field goals, and Butler had one.

"Now we have to turn our focus and energy on the upcoming tournament game with Philo coming to Cadiz for a matchup on Wednesday," Smith added. "I know our girls will be mentally prepared to get a tournament win on our home floor!"

The Union Local Jets (13-9) visited Harrison County this past Tuesday night in what was a preview of the first-round Sectional Tournament pairing that is set for Feb 21. Long story short, it will be a night that Head

There is one more regular season game on the 2022-23 slate. Senior Night festivities will headline the regular season finale this weekend against St. Clairsville. Should the Huskies knock off the Jets this coming Tuesday, the winner of Martins Ferry (2-seed) and Buckeye Trail (9-seed) will be waiting in the next round.

Wildcat Center basketball results

BY ED BANKS

Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

JEWETT—With the Busby Wildcat Center’s youth basketball league back in action in 2023, the game results are rolling in. From the January 28 game results, the Hornets defeated the Warriors by a score of 44-7; the Bandits, in a very close and exciting game, defeated the Spartans by a one-point margin of 31-30. The 11 a.m. game saw the Wildcats emerge victorious over the Ducks 17-4, and in the day cap, team Knights walked away winners by a 22-8 final.

The top two scorers in each contest were as

BOWLING UPDATE

NEW ATHENS—The Harrison Central varsity bowling team was matched up with the Bruins of Brooke High School. The two squads rolled to a split conclusion. The out-of-towners finished the affair with a score of 1,619, while

follows: (Bulls) Kamden Vancuren, five points and Audrey Coffman and Brandan Kelly, two each; (Wildcats) Bentley Slocum, 10 points and Averee Hyde, five points; (Warriors) Ty Bracken, Dalton Cummings, and Jace Bumgardner all had two points; (Hornets) Kingston Smith had 20 points, and Jace Wright had 10; (Spartans) Colson Crothers had 28 points, and Jax Triplett had two; (Ducks) Dustin Ryder and Strawzdon Thomas each had two points; (Bandits) Trenton Blawut had 17 points, and Logan DeWeese had 10; (Knights) Jia Wurschum had 10 points, and Mikey Smith, Waylon Hodkinson, and JB Vissor all had four points.

the Huskies knocked down 1,523 of the redand-white tumble toy look-alikes. On the other half of the night’s pairing, Harrison Central’s boys laid over 1,859 pins while the Bruins tumbled 1,780. Harrison’s Chad Viers moved to the top of the lot following the night’s action. Viers rolled a 393 in a single game.

Huskies post-man Mykel Quito went to the rim last Friday night against the Indian Creek Redskins. Quito led all scorers with 19 points. NH PHOTOS/D.J. WATSON