Lady Huskies fall 53 to 33 in OVAC semifinal action

BY ED BANKS Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

CADIZ—On Monday evening, the Lady Husky varsity basketball team fell to visiting Oak Glen during an OVAC semi-final contest. The Huskies would only score 2 points in the fourth quarter on their way to a 53 to 33 loss to the Golden Bears. As of late, this will be the second time that the Huskies played a low-scoring game. Last week, Harrison had a similarly low score when the Hornets of Malvern stung the Huskies 55 to 33.

The Huskies fell behind by only 2 points in the first quarter, trailing the Hornets 10 to 12. The second quarter brought on the scoring spacing, as the Huskies went to the locker room down 10 points and by a score of 27 to 17. In the final frame, Oak Glen busted loose with a 16-point performance. Both teams ended the game with their benchwarmers.

Maddy Butler got in foul trouble early on and spent key minutes riding the pine. She would return in the second half early, but a quick fourth foul sent her back to the bench. Regardless of her decreased minutes on the floor, she was still able to lead the Huskies as the team’s scoring leader with 10 points. Angi Ferri would close the night with 8 points, Danica Rensi closed with 5 points, McKenzie Harbold scored 4 points, Cali Lewis came into the game late and also scored 4 points, and Maddy Sedgmer had 2. In scoring bonus field goals, Butler and Ferri scored 2 each, and Rensi and Harbold chipped in 1 each.

came in the 4th quarter), it was a much more detailed effort than that.

“Our active hands and energy in our zone on the defensive end allowed us to grab some big steals and easy transition points. Cassidy had back-to-back trips in the second half that led to great energy. Quito has been great for us. He finished around the rim and had some huge offensive rebounds. He is a great player, and when he plays to his ability, he is hard to guard. Having Jace Madzia back on the floor really helps us because he sees the floor very well and can really drive it downhill. When that happens, the defense collapses and allows Cassidy to have open shots. And this allows our bigs underneath to get rebounds and get dump-offs,” Foldi explained.

Madzia added 13 against the Purple Riders, with Cabot Arbaugh dropping seven of his own. Arbaugh, Quito, and Clayton Vermillion were monumental in the paint on defense against Ferry’s 6’6” sophomore, Alexander Reese.

If winning last weekend’s championship wasn’t enough, the Huskies traveled to East Liverpool this past Tuesday and knocked off the

OVAC 4A top seed in similar fashion. A 71-57 victory capped off one of the most memorable two-game stretches for the program in quite some time. The upset bid was alive and well from the tip, as the Huskies raced out to an early 17-4 over the Potters. The Potters (12-5) would close the lead to five late in the fourth quarter, but the Huskies were able to hang on and avenge their loss to the Columbiana County outfit that came earlier this season.

“The same game plan and energy translated to East Liverpool. Again Cassidy and Quito had big games. We played under control in the second half, and I am happy with where we are at right now. Having injuries through the season allowed us to build depth and have our younger guys step up. It is certainly perfect timing leading into OVAC week, which we will play at Weir. Also, a great time to be playing well leading into the state tournament,” Foldi concluded.

The Huskies will get their rematch with Weir in the OVAC semi-finals on the road Tuesday, February 7, for a chance to play in the 4A Championship.

On January 20, the Huskies shook off their loss to Indian Creekand bounced back to defeat Minerva by a score of 35-31. For the Huskies, Butler paced this close encounter and low-scoring affair. She turned in her night’s timesheet with 11 digits attached. Ferri closed the evening with nine points, Fischer and Ledger each had four points, and Maddy Sedgmer one.

Following a sound win of 69 to 33 over Edison Local on January 14, the Lady Husky varsity basketball team would next meet up with the Lady Beavers of Beaver Local. They proved their offensive abilities by once again registering an imposing 70 to 36 win over the opponents on Monday. With that win over the Lady Beavers, the Huskies elevated their season win/loss record to an impressive 10 and 4.

Angi Ferry paced the Huskies while reaching her personal best scoring in an outing with a 20-point performance. Her offensive surge during the contest held four bonus field goals and eight points coming from common field goals. Danica Rensi completed the night while chasing Ferri for the game leaderboard and ended up one point shy with 19 points. Maddy Butler tossed in an even dozen, Kalyn Ledger had seven points, Emma Fischer had six, Jazmine Pierce three, Maddy Sedgmer two, and Cali Lewis one.

FREEPORT

By Deb Milligan

Pray more-worry less.

Happy Birthday-Bob Koch, Donna Carpenter, Emily Luyster, Shannone Koch, Gretta Howes, Landon Koch, Dick Clay, Larry Wells, and John Koch.

Coming to Clark Memorial Branch: Each Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30pm-Fitness Fun Class. Head to the Clark Memorial Branch to purchase gently used books each Thursday at 4 p.m. Instructor Katherian will be helping people to crochet. Cookbooks for sale-A collection of Recipes by Freeport United Methodist Church for $10 per cookbook.

The community extends its sympathy to the families of Darrell Romon Hale, 73, and Rickey Boyce, 56, of Holloway.

Congratulations to Shane Casewell (husband of Amanda Allen (daughter of Melvin & Gloria Allen of Freeport) who was awarded Athletic Trainer Researcher of the Year by the Virginia Athletic Trainer’s Association.

Mark your calendar -July 15 will be the Freeport-Lakeland alumni banquet.

On January 22, postage went from 60 cents to 63 cents.

Congratulations to Emily Luyster, daughter of Rick & Jenn Luyster of the Freeport area was named to the fall President’s List at Kent State University at Tuscarawas.

February 10 at 9 a.m. is the best breakfast served at West Chester Senior Center.

February 13- there will be a Valentine’s Bingo Party at 9 a.m. at the West Chester Senior Center. Wilma Dean of Piedmont would like to thank everyone for thinking and praying for her while in the hospital and during therapy. She appreciated the cards & flowers.

Freeport Sportsman Club will have a Coyote Hunt on February 17, 18, and 19. You can sign up at Woodland on Friday.

Prayer request-Jim Hamilton, John Bardall, Bob Tobin, Jon & Pauline Jones, Norval Nay, Pat Sanchez, Ed Cunningham, Glenna Kelley, and Aaron Koch.

Dates to remember: July 15-Freeport-Lakeland Alumni and June 17-Holloway Alumni.

population. Misty Rish Miller had something on Facebook that I liked. “God calls for us to fill in the gaps. Look for the holes in the world; look for the needs that aren’t being met. Look for the traps that need solutions and the people who need help. Someday, it might be you needing the assistance.” I will end with that today. Have a good week, and do something nice for someone who might need help. Someday you might need it yourself.

SCIO

By Cindy Spiker

“February is the border between winter and spring.”

The Scio Village Council has appointed Jeannie Altivila to fill the vacant council seat. Altivila is joined by fellow council members Betty Gotshall, Carol Davy, Trish Copeland, Erin Thompson, and Kari Salsberry (council president). Thank you to this group of citizens who give their time and are committed to doing the best possible for the Village of Scio.

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department served 240 dinners this past Sunday, their first roast beef dinner of the new year. The next roast beef dinner will be held Sunday, February 26.

Pickleball is now being played every Monday, 5–7 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 a.m. to noon at the Barr Memorial Center. Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong using a paddle and plastic balls with holes. All equipment is provided. This is a free program through the Scio Branch Library.

Beginners welcome!

The Scio Historical Museum and Scio Branch Library will be presenting the program “Scio, Ohio” at the Barr Memorial Center on Monday, March 27 at 1:30 p.m. The program originally aired in 1956 as an episode of the television series the Bell Telephone Hour. On December 16, 1956, a dramatization of the true story of Lew Reese and the Scio Pottery aired on the television series Telephone Time, sponsored by the Bell Telephone Company. The story told of how Lew Reese turned an abandoned pottery into the very successful Scio Pottery Company and the major setback he encountered. It is a feelgood story of how people then came together to help make the pottery a thriving business once again. Scio Pottery items will be available for sale. All proceeds will benefit the Scio Historical Museum. Please call the Scio Branch Library to register at 740-945-6811.

The Jewett-Scio Class of 1973 will be meeting on March 24 to finalize plans for their 50year class reunion. The meeting will be held at Capraro’s Restaurant in Hopedale at 5 p.m. Please call Doris (Mills) Leggett (740-945-6004) if you plan to attend, as she will be making reservation’s the last of February.

Over 100 family and friends of Kenny Doane helped him celebrate his 75th birthday on January 21 at the James Clark Fire Station in Freeport. Good food was catered from the Mt. Carmel Church. His family includes son Mike & Lori Doane, grandchildren Ashley, Amanda, Ronna, Austin, and Holden, grandsons Dominic & Deakon, and a granddaughter coming in June.

Hopedale

By John Wilson

Hi everybody, hope you had a good week! Don’t forget the Hopedale Softball Association sign-ups on February 10-11. Friday times are 4-6 p.m. and Saturday noon-2 p.m. at the new Hopedale village building (the old preschool). The cost is $45. You can also message them on FaceBook. Ages are 6-18, 10 and under, 14 and under, and 18 and under. Please bring a birth certificate to register.

Sign-ups for Cadiz Baseball will be held at the Cadiz Fire Department in the upstairs meeting room on February 4, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Parents or guardians, please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate. They will not have a copier to use on-site. Prices and ages: T-Ball $40 (3-5), Coach pitch $50 (6-8 boys) (6-9 girls), Mustang $55 (910), Bronco $60 (11-12), and Pony $70 (13-14). Also, don’t forget the Hopedale Church of Christ will be hosting a dinner on Saturday, February 11, at 5 p.m. On the menu are soup, salad, breadsticks, and sheet cake. They plan on hosting a dinner each month; join them for good food and fellowship!

The Harrison County Farm Bureau will be hosting a square dance at the Harrison County Fairgrounds on February 25 at 6 p.m. Food and refreshments will be available while supplies last. There is no charge to dance, but donations are welcome. Dan Kirk will be the caller, and all are welcome! Hope you all have a good week. If you have any news you want me to add, please email me at hopedalenews@yahoo.com.

SMITHFIELD

By Esther McCoy

The snow has been hazardous in many states, but we did not encounter the problems or heavy downfall that some states received this past week. Although there was barely an inch on our asphalt driveway on Tuesday morning, Lamont was out shoveling it away.

Ohio Representative Frank Hoagland was sworn in at the Statehouse by Chief Justice Sharon Kennedy at the 135th General Assembly on January 3. His wife, the former Darla Boyd, his mother-in-law, Mary Ann Boyd, and his granddaughter were there to witness the ceremony. Frank was a Buckeye North High School graduate, and his parents resided in Brilliant, with his family now near Adena. He played football with the Panthers team at Buckeye North High School. He is always in attendance at patriotic programs at the elementary and high school events that honor our military in his territory. We are proud to call him our own.

Linn Birney Hamric provided a memorial of her brother, Philip “Weasel” Birney. He was a 4-H member and raised fine livestock. He left many grieving family members at his departure, especially his children, wife, and parents.

Milk is a supply that is needed for the nourishment of babies, youth, teens, adults, and senior citizens. It seems that dairy farms are disappearing these days. I found information telling that in 1950, with a population of 151.3 million, over 20 million lived on farms, about 13 percent of the population. In 1970, with the population at 205.1 million, less than 10 million were working farms. Today an estimated two million are on farms, about .06 percent of the

The Knotty Ladies of the Scio United Methodist Church meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 10 a.m. in the church social hall. Their projects include making knot blankets for veterans in Hospice and making fidget blankets for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. All are welcome to participate. No sewing or craft experience is needed to participate. The group is accepting donations of materials; empty spools, pieces of ribbon, rickrack, Velcro, key chains, large buttons, belt buckles, plastic zippers, D rings, and large beads. They are also accepting scraps of material such as velvet, satin, or sequins. This is a fun time of fellowship while creating items for a worthy cause. The church is also accepting any prayer requests that can be made by calling 740-945-2551 or 740-381-2521.

REMINDERS:

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department “Night at the Races “will be held Saturday, February 11, at the Scio Fire Hall, 318 W. Main Street. Admission charge is $20 for horse owner and guest, food and beverages included. Dinner will be served starting at 5:45 p.m. Post Time is 7 p.m. There will be a 50/50 drawing, raffles, and door prizes. Must be 21 years of age. Proceeds go to the Building Addition Fund.

DID YOU KNOW?… Before the Scio Pottery Company was established in 1933, the Albright China Co. was located on the same site from 1918-1927.

BOWERSTON

By Mary Anna Cotter

Sincere sympathy to the families of Lora Kelly Wrana, age 71, Conotton Valley Class of 1969, who died on January 19, and Beverly Palmer Patterson, age 82, Conotton Valley Class of 1958, who died on January 24.

Congratulations to the Conotton Valley bowling teams, as both won the OVAC tourney at the Pike Street Lanes on Saturday. It has been a very successful season, with both teams winning all of their events. The boys’ basketball team beat Newcomerstown 56-17 and Edison 53-48 while losing to Malvern 65-30.

February birthdays are Jerry Walko, Judy Morrison, Keira Beckley, Sandra Jamison, Juliet Humphrey, Braden Caldwell, Harry Johnston, Ethan Siedel, Brett Putnam, Josh Raber, Jim Monigold, Tom Rodriguez, Kelly Monigold, Lisa Moreland, Robin Shetler, Sara Brace, Michelle Simmons, and Jennifer Healey.

Anniversaries: February 9, Adam Siedel’s; February 14, John Eaves’; and February 15, Dan Chew’s. Congratulations!!

The walking path at the Conotton Valley High School is open to those who live in the school district on Tuesday through Friday from 5:30–7:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You need to show your driver’s license to prove where you live. It is inside the new gym area.

ADENA

By Alyssa Howard

Terry’s Bar is hosting a karaoke night with Uryan’s Sounds on Friday, February 10, starting at 9 p.m. Come show off your singing voice. They are so excited to bring events back to the bar!

L.A. Pizza has a Valentine’s Day dinner special for Tuesday, February 14. $50 steak dinner for two. Slots are filling up. Call 740-546-2167 for a reservation.

Saturday, February 4, STILL KICKIN Band is headed to Black Sheep Vineyard. Stop out at 7:30 p.m., and you’ll be dancing!

“Take our child to the library day” on Saturday, February 4, from 2-3 p.m. at Adena Branch

Library. Listen to stories and make a bookmark. Register by calling 740-546-3782.

Adena Branch Library is hosting a “play and learn the alphabet” on Monday, February 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It’s an hour of playtime that incorporates letter-learning toys for parents or caregivers and their children ages 2 to 6. Registration is required by calling the library at 740-546-3782.

Bring your tiny tot to the Adena Branch Library on Thursday, February 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for Babygarten. It is a lap-sit program for parents and caregivers for children birth to two. Songs, rhymes, and books are shared to help babies with language development. Registration is required by calling 740-546-3782.

Thin Mint Demo & Tasting at Adena Branch Library on Thursday,February 9 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Don’t worry about the kitchen overheating with this program! They’ll demonstrate how to make no-bake thin mints without any fuss. Registration is required by calling 740-546-3782.

COVID-19 rapid tests are available at all PLSJ locations for FREE. Please call the branch in advance for pickup: Adena Branch Library 740546-3782.

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

DILLONVALE By Alyssa Howard

Dillonvale Volunteer Fire Department is hosting a pancake breakfast on Sunday, February 5, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Dillonvale Firemen’s Club. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, and hash brown. Eat-in or take-out available.

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.

“Take your child to the library day” on Saturday, February 4, from 2-3 p.m. at DillonvaleMt. Pleasant Branch Library! Listen to stories and make a bookmark. Register by calling 740-7692090.

Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Branch Library is hosting a “play and learn the alphabet” on Monday, February 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It’s an hour of playtime that incorporates letter-learning toys for parents or caregivers and their children ages 2 to 6. Registration is required by calling the library at 740-769-2090.

Bring your tiny tot to the Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Branch Library on Thursday, February 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for “babygarten.”

It is a lap-sit program for parents and caregivers with children birth to two. Songs, rhymes, and books are shared to help babies with language development. Registration is required by calling (740) 769-2090.

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, P.O. 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, 200 E Market St, Cadiz, Ohio. Free to attend. This will be an interesting program.

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 St, 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. Come make new friends and learn new skills while helping bring this amazing show to life.

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.

Thank you to the choir at the Deersville UM Church for the special music Sunday, January 29 when they sang “O That Will Be Glory.” They do such a fantastic job. There is so much talent there. I have zero talent, so that makes me appreciate them that much more.

Save the Date: Monday, April 3, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bowerston Public Library, “Forgotten Communities of Harrison County,” will be presented by Sue Adams, Harrison County Genealogical Society. There will be more emphasis on the Tappan area, so the program will be a little different than in the past.

The Deersville General Store winter hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The phone number is 740827-4203. They have more than their famous ice cream. They have a nice variety of hot foods and a deli case to make subs. They had some beautiful chef salads Sunday and macaroni and potato salad available. They have their Sunday specials that sell out early, so call ahead to reserve a meal. This store has been in operation since 1898 - 125 years.

Congratulations to Keith and Tenly Telfer on the birth of their new granddaughter Margo Kate.

February Birthdays: 2-A J Beckley, 6-Tammy McMillen, 9-Kathy Mallarnee, 10-Larraine Gladman, 11-Becky Kaurich, 13-Penelope Clark, 17-Carla Birney and Gerald Kramer, 20-Paul Haney, 23-Nancy Keplinger, and 28-Joanie Kuceyeski. And anyone that was missed.

February Anniversary: 28-Larry and Lola McMillen and everyone else celebrating an anniversary.

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

HOLLOWAY

By Susan Adams

Sunday, February 5 at 1 p.m. at the Underground Railroad Museum in Flushing will be two wonderful speakers. First will be Ron Scott who will talk about race and the ethnic divide and how to overcome those obstacles. The second will be author Kathy Schulz doing a book review on her book “The Underground Railroad in Ohio.” Her book was about a dark time in our history when thousands of freedom seekers traveled the Underground Railroad through Ohio. This epic past was obscured by silence and secrecy and then distorted with misinformation and folklore -until now. Kathy will have her book available to buy, and she will autograph the books. This will be a very interesting presentation. Admission will be a recommended donation of $10 per person and $20 per family. The museum will be open for tours.

The Annual Ohio Falconry Association “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.

The Holloway UM Church is still holding services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Donations are always welcomed. Send to: Holloway UM Church, P.O. Box 173, Holloway, Ohio 43985. The church has two rooms available to rent for wedding-baby showers or meetings. Call Ruth Robertson for more information at 740-9684264.

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 740541-5401. 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.

Holloway and the surrounding area would like to extend sympathy to the family of Ricky Lee Toyce, age 56, of Holloway, who passed away on January 24 from complications following surgery. He was born February 19, 1966, to Leroy Earl Boyce of Holloway and the late Darlene Sue Singer Boyce, who died in 2019. He was a 1984 graduate of Union Local High School. Ricky was a former police officer for Holloway and Belmont County and was still actively working as a certified dog trainer for his own business, Dog Speak Academy in Holloway. Surviving in addition to his dad are two daughters, Katelyn and Allyson, and three grandchildren. Also surviving are his best canine friends, Major and Louie. Burial was at Nottingham Cemetery. Thank you to all who donated food and helped with the meal at the Old Timers building after the funeral.

If anyone has any item they would like listed, please call me at 740-942-3137. If I am not home, please leave a message, and I will get back to you.

Unionport

By Mary Catherine Mull

“Groundhog Day, Thursday, February 2, 2023.” Did the groundhog see its shadow? Are there six more weeks of winter? What are your thoughts about Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction?

Pastor Chuck and Carolyn Mehl have returned after spending a couple of months in Florida this winter. Read 2 Chronicles 7:14.

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

Mr. and Mrs. Kim Newburn and family of State Route 646 near Germano visited recently with Blaine Newburn.

Remember, Valentine’s Day is near. You want to shower your sweetheart, he or she, with lots of love on Tuesday, February 14, and every day.