Harrison News-Herald 5/5/23

Wilson makes county systems reliable

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — Eric Wil -

son has been a man of many talents.

Though a native of Virginia, he’s lived in Harrison County for several decades. His care for the county and its residents is obvious in every part of his life, but most importantly in his career.

He served in the Air Force for four years, joining the security police career field in hopes it would help him later get a job as a civilian police officer. A few years after being honorably discharged from the military, he joined the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office.

Part of his inspiration to join law enforcement came from the ever-popular reality TV show, COPS. The show premiered during Wilson’s senior year of high school.

He said, “At that point, I knew I did not want to work inside, nor do the same thing day in and day out. I felt called to serve, and law enforce -

ment was that route. My early academic success in college reinforced my decision. After having taught at Eastern Gateway Community College Police Academy, I had a strong desire to teach at the college level.”

So he returned to school in 2009 to pursue a degree in justice studies at Kent State.

That education has helped Wilson lead in Harrison. “I believe that my classes helped me to better understand the job I performed; however, experience was the best teacher,” Wilson said. “Gaining insight into psychology, addiction, and de-escalation techniques were invaluable. I have worked with many professionals, and have always listened when they offered advice. I feel that you should never stop learning and always remain humble.”

He joined HCSO as a reserve deputy first in 1999 before becoming full-time in 2001. He served as the DARE officer and school resource

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officer in 2002. “I believe that my varied experience in public safety, at both the local and federal level, have given me a better insight into all facets of response and keeping our citizens, as well as fellow first responders safe. Understanding the needs and inner workings of law enforcement as well as the fire/EMS service are invaluable,” he explained.

From 2004 to 2014, Wilson worked part-time for the county health department as an emergency planner and trainer. He left the HCSO in

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early 2015 to be appointed director of Homeland Security/Emergency Management for Harrison County and director of 911. He remains a commissioned deputy with the HCSO and serves when needed.

“When the position of director for EMA opened up, I had several long discussions with my wife about the job. I also discussed the decision with my boss at the time, Sheriff Myers. At the end of the day, it was a great opportunity for me pro -

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House bill 52 avoids potential EMS issues

By Rebecca Bratten Weiss Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

House Bill 52, which corrects the problems that would have arisen for Ohio EMTs, as a result of House Bill 509, has passed.

House Bill 509 had made changes to emergency medical training services that would have made it harder for emergency personnel and departments.

Hopedale Fire Chief Mark Marchetta, who is also the chairman of the emergency medicine fire and medical transportation board for the state of Ohio, stated to the News-Herald that HB 509 was “a perfect example of bad legislation. What the bill intended to be and what it ended up being were completely different.”

WWII soldier receives military honors

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter DEERSVILLE —

Ohio Army National Guard member Korben Spurlock was recently able to give military honors to his great-grandfather, William Clyde Garner.

The bill would have been harmful to EMS, Marchetta said, because it was going to eliminate all continuing education sites that were housed in local departments. People would have been forced to seek out colleges or training centers to receive or continue their EMS-related education.

“Every member of every fire department would have to find an alternate source for continuing education. This would add to their travel time and expense,” said Marchetta. “This was going to be harmful across the state.”

When asked about the rationale behind the bill, Marchetta said, “that’s the million dollar question.” He explained that there are groups that look at conditions and

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Garner honorably served in WWII in the 148th Infantry Battalion, seeing action in the Philippines and the Solomon Islands. He was awarded several honors, including a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart. He passed away on Oct. 18, 1980, and his wife was unable to get the local VFW to come out to perform military honors. Garner’s family never received a flag, and Garner did not get a military burial.

Spurlock set out to change that. When he had the opportunity to join the Military Funeral Honors Team, he took it with the goal of honoring those who had served and giving Garner the recognition he earned.

On April 21, Spurlock gathered with a

few family members in the Patterson Union Cemetery in Deersville to perform the proper ceremony for Garner. Rifle volleys were fired by the Guernsey County Veterans Council Honor Guard with Taps played by Carol McCutcheon from Bugles Across America. Spurlock and a National Guard soldier performed the folding of the flag.

Pastor Lee Randolph of Goshen Community Church of the Nazarene gave a short memorial service prior to the military ceremony. Randolph was Garner’s pastor for many years and officiated his funeral in 1980. Afterward, the family went to do one of Garner’s favorite activities: eating ice cream at the Deersville General Store.

If you would like military honors provided for a veteran who served in the Army, or if someone’s family member never received military honors for their Army service, please contact the state coordinator and schedule a service at 614-551-9262 for more information.

Scio busy with road repairs and water planning

By Kristi Tullis Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

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– The Village of Scio held its second council meeting of the month on April 26.

The court date for the annexation is scheduled for May 3. At that time, oral arguments will be heard for the annexation petition. Additionally, a

court date has been set for Ordinance 2012-007 and a list of dates for the lawsuit can be provided on request.

Ongoing water projects for the town are on schedule. The paving portion for the Brown, Maple, Walnut, and Grandview streets will be done in May. The VA and The Thrasher Group are work-

ing on the preliminary planning and engineering for Eastport Road and Elm Street. The $300,000 state grant will be used in conjunction with additional grants for new water-line replacements. A water leak that was determined to be on the proper owner’s side on 118 E. College Street has been resolved. New plumbing will be

installed at the park this week. There is a report forthcoming on the pending projects at the wastewater treatment plant. The engineer will present options for Hilltop Drive. There is no additional information for 152 E. College St. at this time. The owner at 205 E. College St. has reported an issue with the

sewer. As this is part of the sewer upgrade project on East College Street and Fuller Avenue, the contractor has been notified of a potential solution. A pre-construction meeting was held on March 22 with ODOT and the District 11 office. The delay in this project is due to AEP not mov -

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Harrison County EMA Director Eric Wilson, shown here with his son, John, at a scouting event.

Corporal Korben William Spurlock, left is joined by family members Joyce Ziegler, Kathy Kouba, Cheryl Garner, Marlene Garner, William Wesley Garner to honor his great-grandfather and World War II veteran William Clyde Garner with a military burial.

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2 EMS up for bid Commish hopeful for responses this time.

4 Hobby to dream job New studio elevates local photography.

7 Huskies top Big Red First visit to new ball complex brings a win.

MWCD cuts property assessment again, this time by 66 percent

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Property owners within the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) will see their property assessments paid to MWCD reduced by 66 percent, from $6 dollars to $2, thanks to the approval of the assessment-reduction plan voted on recently by the MWCD Board of Directors.

“We have always been good stewards of these public funds and are very pleased to allow residents in the watershed to keep more of their hard-earned dollars in their pockets,” said Craig Butler, MWCD executive director. “We are making this reduction because the district’s financial position has

changed positively. We have been fortunate to earn and invest nearly $200 million in our public-use facilities and recreational areas, and now for the second time, the Board has voted to extend those benefits to the property owners in our watershed by reducing the assessment collection.”

The assessment originally was levied in 2009 at $12 per parcel and was then cut to $6 in 2015. Assessments are collected through landowners’ county property tax payments, and the funds are required to be used by MWCD on the operation and maintenance of the system of 16 dams and reservoirs. The system was

constructed nearly 90 years ago for flood reduction and water conservation benefits in the Muskingum River Watershed, as well as other important conservation and reservoir management projects. The assessment reduction will result in an estimated $4 million overall reduction in the total assessments collected in 2024 by the MWCD. The district will still meet its financial commitments to the federal government for dam and reservoir maintenance and conservation and management projects. Routine financial reviews will be important, and in the event of any major changes in the district’s finan-

cial position, corresponding adjustments could be made to assessment levels.

“There is a tremendous need across the watershed to provide funding to communities, universities and other conservation organizations that regularly partner with us on projects that protect the people of our region,” said Butler.

“These projects help to prevent costly flooding, minimize soil erosion and nutrient loss from agricultural operations, assist with upgrading essential community services, and preserve and rehabilitate sensitive lands for public use. MWCD is proud to be a sponsor of these projects as they support our core

Cadiz CIC to bring fun to Sally Buffalo

By Alyssa Howard Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — The Cadiz Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) met Thursday, April 20, with discussions quickly turning to the improvements being made at Sally Buffalo Park before summer goes into full swing.

CCIC member John Vermillion stepped up to discuss the plans for a new recreation area at the park. CCIC plans to add a new basketball court, tennis court, and three pickleball courts. The project is looking like it’s going to have a price tag of about $200,000

in total. The village has $75,000 in reserve from when the old courts were removed, the CIC will contribute the other $75,000 for the courts, and the $46,000 dollars for the fencing needed.

A neat feature they are adding to the new basketball court is two additional nets on each side, so that the larger court can be split into two smaller courts for the younger kids and for tournaments. They are also hoping for the addition of bleachers in the future. Sometime in the future they hope to create a whole recreational area in the park, complete with shelters, picnic benches, and concrete pads for games.

While CCIC has been in talks with Border Patrol Construction out of the local Village of Hopedale, the project

must go up for bid. The project will be advertised for three weeks, so bids and contracts can be looked through. They have hopes to break ground here very soon. CCIC members prides themselves on completing tasks in their entirety and doing things first class.

Other updates coming to Sally Buffalo are 48 new sites being added within the next couple years. Seven were added recently by moving around some lots. A fountain is being added to one of the smaller lakes, and the Park Board has intentions on putting up some new swing sets. Camping rates did go up around $15 to $18 this year, with a potential increase next year as well.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like the beach will be opening up again any time soon.

ODNR will be working on a spillway for the dam this coming fall. They currently have a siphon in the lake, right in front of the beach to help keep the lake at a certain level to prevent flooding until the spillway is in place. It is safest for the residents of the village and for those that come to visit the park to be kept out of the swimming area.

CCIC did briefly discuss some updates in the progress of the old post office. They received the Brownfield Grant to have that property demolished. Currently, there is nothing planned for the property right now. The contractor is currently waiting to be awarded environmental and demolition permits.

Cadiz CIC will hold its next meeting on Thursday, May 25, at 6 p.m. at the Municipal Building.

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Recalling Tappan’s 1943 facelift

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1940 and U.S. 40 and state Route 36.

From the Cadiz Republican July 1943, “The relocated highway follows the contour of Lake Tappan generally. The new pavement is reinforced concrete 22 feet in width with a roadway of 42 feet, compared with the old width

of 16 feet and 26 feet. It was necessary to raise the new road grade from 25 to 35 feet at some points to clear the permanent lake level. “A 22-foot span bridge, 32 feet in height, was construct-

ed to act as an equalizer for Tappan Lake so as to permit travel by boat from one section of the lake to the other. Road grades were reduced from eight percent to a maximum of 1.8 percent.

“Curves were reduced from 30 percent to a five percent maximum. Elevation of the relocated road is 906 feet above sea level, which is considerably above flood stage behind Tappan Dam.”

mission and allow us to give back to the communities that are in our backyard.”

In addition, the MWCD has spent assessment funds on shoreline stabilization projects at the MWCD lakes and dredging of the lakes. Assessment revenues by law cannot be used to pay for projects that enhance or improve the MWCD’s recreational programs and facilities, and all expenditures must be covered by guidelines stipulated in the Amendment to the Official Plan of the MWCD that was approved in 2005 by the Conservancy Court and the Board of Directors.

Commissioners bid EMS service again

Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — At the April 19 Harrison County Commissioner meeting, Commissioners Amy Norris and Dustin Corder read a recommendation that the commissioners accept a bid from Cattrell Companies, Inc. for the courtroom renovation project. The commissioners took the recommendation and awarded the bid to Cattrell.

At the April 26 meeting, Norris and Corder approved several purchase orders and vouchers for the County Home, the Department of Job and Family Services, and the Board of Developmental Disabilities.

The commissioners rescinded a previous agreement: 26-23.

“We realized that the acreage was incorrect, as well as the monetary amount to be paid to the county,” Corder said. They then passed agreement 30-23 which was the same agreement with the correct information.

Two Road Usage Maintenance Agreements were passed. These are common in the are for oil-and-gas trucks utilizing public roads. The company using heavy machinery is willingly responsible for damage or wear and tear to roads that can affect locals. The agreements are a partnership between the public and private sectors that ensures local infrastructure is maintained.

Corder went on to announce that the commissioner’s office will be accepting Requests for Proposals for the

“We have had some talks and we’re confident we’ll get some responses this time,”

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back-up EMS service for the county. Most of Harrison Couny has EMS services due to various volunteer departments. Volunteer EMS shows how residents of the community are willing to step up to serve each other. However, this comes with its own limitations. If a volunteer squad is not available at the time of an emergency, people can be left with no help. A backup EMS service was previously contracted by the commissioners with the Harrison Hills Community Hospital. The hospital has chosen not to renew its contract in 2023 so the commissioners have been working through options for the much-needed service.

“We did this a couple months ago,” Corder said. “We didn’t get any response.” Despite the previous hiccups, Corder was optimistic that the county will have a new service soon. “We have had some talks and we’re confident we’ll get some responses this time,” he said.

County Engineer Doug Bachman announced that Fox’s Bottom Road will be closed starting May 30 for bridge repair. The work will take approximately 60 days to complete. More details will be made available closer to the closure date.

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Defendant hears charges, cops an attitude with judge

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Court of Common Pleas began on April 25 with the arraignments of John Rypien, Jarrett Dillon, Jamie Beavers, and Michael Kelly II.

Rypien was charged with one count of felonious assault, three counts of child endangerment, and one count of aggravated menacing. His $50,000 bond, which he had already posted in county court, was continued.

Dillon was indicted on OVI, a fourth-degree felony, and misdemeanor driving under OVI suspension charge. The state, represented by Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Knight, was satisfied with a recognizance bond since Dillon showed up to court. A recognizance bond, sometimes known as a signature bond, allows the defendant to be released on their promise to show up to all court dates for their case. By simply making his first court date a priority, Dillon showed that he is taking his case seri-

CRIMINAL/TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS

● 12 speeding violations, one registration violation, two dogs at-large, three OVI, one failure to yield, one failure to control, one theft, two disorderly conduct, two tampering with evidence, two grand theft, two overloaded vehicles, one turn signal violation, one left of center, one felonious assault, one no operating license, and one reckless operation.

CIVIL CREDIT NEWS

● April 10 (judgment date):

Plaintiff LVNV Funding LLC; Defendant Jamie R. Harvey. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 10 (judgment date):

Plaintiff Resurgent Receivables, LLC; Defendant Craig Striker. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 10 (judgment date):

Plaintiff Discover Bank c/o Discover Products, Inc.; Defendant Lindsey A. Smith. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 10 (judgment date): Plaintiff N.A.R., Inc.; Defendant April M. Hart. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 10 (judgment date): Plaintiff Kathy J. Hyde; Defendant Lisa Stine. Cause of Action: Eviction/Rent. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 11 (judgment date): Plaintiff Credit Acceptance Corp.; Defendant Natasha L. Dowdle, aka Natasha L. Cupp. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 17 (judgment date):

Plaintiff Midland Credit Management, Inc.; Defendant Antonia L. Baker. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 17 (judgment date):

Plaintiff LVNV Funding LLC; Defendant Dale Powell. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

● April 17 (judgment date):

Plaintiff Credit Acceptance Corp.; Defendant Cody Smith. Cause of Action: Money. For: In favor of plaintiff.

CLERK OF COURTS CIVIL CASES

● March 20 (file date): First Bank of Ohio vs. Dennis Sansoucie. Action: Other Civil.

● April 14 (file date): Republic Finance LLC vs. Penny Gilbert. Action: Civil Complaint. DOMESTIC CASES

ously, which can be the difference between a monetary or signature bond.

Beavers was charged with aggravated possession of drugs, a fifth-degree felony, and illegal possession of drug paraphernalia, a fourth-degree misdemeanor. Knight said the state would be satisfied with a recognizance bond as long as Beavers was put on the pre-trial release program, which is a common request.

The program involves regular check-ins with the court

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Public Record

● April 3 (file date): Plaintiff James Marks II. Defendant Dana Marks. Action: Dissolution without children.

● April 5 (file date): Plaintiff Colby Parkinson. Defendant Cindy Parkinson. Action: Termination without children.

● April 12 (file date): Plaintiff Michael S. Thompson. Defendant Tammy J. Thompson. Action: Dissolution without children.

● April 17 (file date): Plaintiff Kathryn Caldwell. Defendant Gregory Wheeler, Jr. Action: Dissolution without children.

● April 19 (file date): Plaintiff Michael Blawut. Defendant Catherine Blawut. Action: Dissolution without children.

● April 24 (file date): Plaintiff John Wendt. Defendant Heather Wendt. Action: Dissolution without children.

● April 24 (file date): Plaintiff

Casie Johnson. Defendant Darren Johnson. Action: Dissolution with children.

RECORDER

● Larry Eugene Wells Dec’d to Shirley Ann Wells, Freeport Twp.

● Lena N. Mason Dec’d to Candy Mason, Cadiz Village.

● Amanda R. Habig to Rebecca Faye Lyons etal, Freeport

and random urinalysis, and sometimes other requirements depending on the case.

Judge T. Shawn Hervey asked Beavers if she had reliable transportation to the county for reporting. Beavers said she lives an hour and a half away, to which Hervey responded it was not the court’s problem.

“Here’s my thing,” Beavers said. “I’m not guilty of anything, so why–” Hervey cut her off, “Listen, ma’am, you’re going to dig

● R. James Coffelt etux to Ronald E. Carter II etux, Shortcreek Twp.

● Gerald N. Leasure to John W. Harris etux, Rumley Twp.

● Michael W. Bertz etal to David R. McCann etux, Cadiz Twp.

● Stephanie N. Dowdle etal to Richard A. Roghelia etux, Shortcreek Twp.

● MarkWest Utica EMG LLC to Oasis Tag Holdings LLC, Cadiz Twp.

● Leesville Land LLC to Trepen Industries LLC, Green Twp.

● Thomas F. Salzmann etux to SSTS & S LLC, Green Twp.

● Margaret Y. Paglialung to Jeffrey McBride, Athens Twp.

SHERIFF’S OFFICE

● April 13 – A woman called to report a domestic dispute between her and her husband. They got into an argument on the way home from his court hearing. She stated that her husband grabbed her hair and ripped out a chunk before forcing her into the back seat for the rest of the drive to their residence. After they returned home, they continued to argue. She tried to leave the residence, and he physically assaulted her again. The husband left before the deputies arrived. The deputies stayed in the area to see if the husband returned, but he did not. They made contact with the husband the next morning and he denied all allegations. The husband did not file a statement, but acquired

yourself a big hole if you cop an attitude with me. I’m trying to be reasonable with you.”

“I’m just asking a question,” Beavers said.

“It didn’t sound like it. It sounded like you were telling me you couldn’t do things when I was asking questions,” Hervey said. “I’m going to explain some things to you. You’re going to be on the pre-trial release program. Every person who has a drug case is on it. I will work with you on your work schedule,

information about a restraining order. The deputy checked the vehicle and did not find any chunks of hair or any hair in the car at all.

● April 14 – A deputy received a call from a concerned father about his juvenile daughter and her friend being bullied and threatened at school. The deputy spoke with both juveniles and their parents and took their statements. He then went to the school and spoke with the five juvenile females in question. The

but you’re going to have to carve out some time to come down here. If you’re guilty or not, we’re not figuring that out today. You have the right to a trial. Until then, you’re going to be on the pre-trial release program.”

Beavers was given a recognizance bond.

Kelly was arraigned on a felony-four, grand-theft charge and a felony-three tampering-with-evidence charge. His posted county-court bond of $5,000 was continued.

school staff was updated with the deputy’s findings and they said will take care of the issue.

● April 14 – A deputy spoke with a gentleman who came into the office to report that he believes that his identity was stolen. He received a bank card from an unknown bank in the mail. When he called the number, he was informed that the account couldn’t be closed without a police report. The report was made and it is being faxed to the appropriate destination.

● April 16 – A woman called the office to report a domestic dispute between her, her boyfriend, and her son. The son was not on the scene when the officer arrived. The couple said that the son was making constant threats and the couple wanted him removed permanently from the residence. The mother chose not to press charges, but the boyfriend proceeded to file due to fear for his safety. The couple plans to pursue a protection order.

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Michael Kelly II will likely qualify for appointed counsel.

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Jamie Beavers spoke bluntly to Judge Hervey during her arraignment.

NH Photo/Cornelia Grace Jarrett Dillon came to court prepared for his case.

NH Photo/Cornelia Grace John Rypien’s bond was continued from county court.

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Hopedale church celebrates in long-awaited building

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

HOPEDALE — When you are put in the position of moving to a new place of worship, one of your earliest thoughts may be imagining how a different building would compare to your current one.

You may drift into thoughts of how your parents and family members worshiped in your current location.

The non-spiritual impediments for older buildings are age and size. Regardless, moves are sometimes necessary and can be a good experience. With always-changing health and safety standards, how a new or different church building appears both outwardly and inwardly is far different from the traditional country churches many grew up in.

Such a transition recently occurred for the members and clergy of the Hopedale Church of Christ on High Street. The church has been anticipating this move for a few years.

In 2016, those plans were put in motion. The church purchased a new building at 306 Lahm Dr., and on Aug. 19, a service was held at the site with the church leaders, pastor, and many of the church’s congregation. The youth of the membership were also at the ceremonies, and several were

participants in the actual dedication program. With the early phase of construction underway, the group held hands, prayed, and many wrote their favorite scriptures on the foundation materials.

Looking back on the history of the Hopedale Christian Church, from 1823-1830, the church building was located in Cadiz. During that period, it was identified as a Baptist congregation under the Baptist Rules of Order.

Around 1830, the Baptist identity was removed and it became a Disciple’s congregation and Christians only. Then the church relocated to what is now the Greenwood Cemetery about a mile west of the village. There the congregation became known as the “Church at Greene.”

Fast forward to 1880, the hurch once again relocated inside Hopedale and to High Street. The building remains there, but the congregation has moved to the new location, and to this day they have been

known as the Hopedale Church of Christ.

“This most recent move to Lahm Drive in Hopedale is the fulfillment of a dream to keep growing that began more than 80 years ago,” reflected Pastor Dean Blythe. “At some point, there became a search for land and an opportunity to relocate in our ongoing desire to serve our community for the cause of Christ.

“In 2016, we purchased what was then the ‘Professional Building’ here at 306 Lahm Dr.. Previously, the building was used as a doctor’s office, with three physicians occupying the structure. Renovation on the building began with Blythe Construction, while financial backing came from Christian Financial Resources. The building project has been a work of

Turning her hobby into her dream job

By Kristi Tullis Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — Tricia

Richards Photography is not a new local business, but the studio is.

Located at The Inn on Lincoln, the studio is quaintly nestled at 425 Lincoln Ave. Owner Tricia Richards has made this space enticing and beautiful for those who may feel uncomfortable during shoots. She is professionally acquainted with clients like this, so she opted to provide an atmosphere that appeals to her clients in a way that makes them a part of the space rather than just a face in a picture. She is not afraid to show her clients poses that work and she always makes sure comfort is a priority during her shoots.

Tricia Richards began as an intermediate photographer, taking pictures for friends and family. Others started requesting her and she loved it so much she wanted to make it a career.

“I’ve always loved taking pictures since I was young,” Richards admits. “But it really flourished

once I had kids and was determined to capture every moment I could.”

From candid to organized, Richards has become a local favorite for all occasions.

Richards has taken a hobby that began when she was eight years old using Kodak film and has created a business that has brought a dream to life. When asked how long she has worked on improvements, she added, “I never stop learning! I’m constantly trying new approaches or buying new equipment to learn.”

She watches tutorials, and in 2020 she did an editing mentorship that changed how she edits and the process of her work. Richards will meet at locations of choice by her clients, as well as public and private settings.

She knows how to provide the perfect backdrop. She is also willing to travel to destination weddings and more.

“I believe photography is an expression of passion and when other people get to enjoy that passion it makes me so happy,” Richards stated. While she has worked hard to get to where she is in opening her studio, she wants others to know that this is possible for them as well. “Anyone can do photography, it’s an art, and the beauty of that is everyone’s art is different. I fully support and help as many local people as possible!”

Richards is proof that dreams can come true if someone is willing to continue learning and doesn’t give up. She cheers on and recommends local photographers that work with her, too.

If you are interested in family photos for any occasion, weddings, senior pictures, birth announcements, or boudoir photography, some of her work can be viewed at www.photosbytriciarichards.com. Richards can be contacted for questions or bookings on her Facebook page, Tricia Richards Photography, or by email at photosbytriciarichards@gmail.com.

love that involved the entire church and many others across the state and the nation. The facility was completed on Nov. 18, 2022, and the first worship service was just nine days later on the 27th of November.

“Sunday morning is Sunday school and worship at 9 and 10 a.m., respectively. In Matthew 5:14, Jesus said, ‘You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.’ Our church family seeks to be the light of the world, ‘The light on the hill’ if you will. For the brothers and sisters in Christ here; we are Family; and we have found our way Home. Please consider joining us,” Blythe added.

Blythe arrived in Hopedale from Slanesville, W.Va., in 1994. He is a 1981 graduate of Kentucky Christian University and started his ministry at Hopedale. Along with his wife Bessie, he has three children, 12 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

To get to the church’s new location, enter Hopedale from the exit ramp on state Route 22, (coming from the east or west), turn right on the first street on your right (Lahm Drive), then turn quickly to your right again, the church is on that site. For more information on the church, call 740-512-9596 or email hopedalecoc@windstream.net.

DJFS thanks community

Dear Editor, One of the events that we sponsored in April for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month was a Community Day, held at the Stephenson Center on April 29. We would like to publicly thank everyone who made the event a success.

Many thanks go to:

The Cadiz Lions Club for donating and cooking hot dogs and to Sanders Market for donating buns.

Alice Barr for providing delicious cookies and cupcakes for all to enjoy.

Craig Polen provided wonderful face painting that the children enjoyed.

Thanks, too, to our partners that participated: Harmony House, The Village Network, Harrison County Early Intervention, Coleman Health, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, and to the Jewett Fire Department for providing a fire truck for the

children to tour.

And special thanks to our Social Services staff who coordinated and planned behind the scenes.

Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate and Kurt James Fun and Games had difficulty with their inflatables due to the frequent showers, but they were finally able to open those for the participants. We’re hoping for a bigger celebration next year with warm temperatures and sunshine!

Thanks again to everyone. See you all next year!

Sincerely, Deb Knight, Director Harrison County DJFS 740-942-2171 Harrisonjfs@jfs.ohio.gov

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Hopedale Church of Christ is now located in a former doctor’s office, located at 306 Lahm Dr.

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Pastor Dean Blythe stands at the pulpit of the Hopedale Church of Christ’s new church building.

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Spring concert presentation well received

By Ed Banks

Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — On April 24, the Harrison Central junior- and seniorhigh school’s Music Department presented its 2023 Spring Concert.

The evening of music was in seven parts, with both the school’s choirs and instrumental sections filling the auditorium with their talents.

The concert was presented under the direction of Angela and Eric Zalenski. The Zalinskis are Harrison Central’s music department’s multi-year educators and instructors. Emily Gray also accompanied during the concert while providing piano accompaniment during the choir performances.

“We would like to extend our thanks to the administration and staff at Harrison Central’s Junior and Senior High School,” the Zalenskis’ stated. “In addition, we want to thank the school district for their unending support of the

music department and our efforts to provide our students with the best possible music education. We also offer a special thanks to Mrs. Sarah Hawthorne who provided us with our beautiful programs for each of the concerts. Last but not least, we would like to take this opportunity to thank the parents and students for all of their hard work, support, and dedication. It is an honor and a privilege to work with

BL Elementary focuses on learning

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such outstanding young people and we thank you for making the instrumental program at Harrison Central such a success!”

The aforementioned seven parts were entitled “Bel Canta, Bella Vace, Stage Band, Concert Choir, Concert Band, Select Choir, and Symphonic Band.” In each of these parts, the students presented their musical numbers in a well prepared, pleasing and enjoyable manner.

Best, an award-winning instructor for reading and many other adventures in words, art and building a war of catapults at Buckeye Local Elementary Schools, started several years back. She even got the fathers, grandfathers and sometimes past graduates interested in the history and the skirmishes and bragging about winning titles.

The elementary groups in the school came together to win a monetary award from the Spartan High School group, comprised of former students in the Smithfield schools. The cafeteria crew came to know many of the students through all the years and students say the food is good. Smithfield High School no longer existed, but students and cafeteria workers came to know many students through their school years.

There have been so many contests in the world of art by the classes. This included the making of catapults

Students recognized for athletic achievements

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Harrison Hills Board of Education met for its regular monthly meeting on April 27.

Coach Ray Hibbs was in attendance. “I’d like to recognize some of our student athletes for some outstanding athletic and academic achievement this past school year,” He said.

Cabot Arbaugh and Tre Rex were both recognized for being Academic All-Ohio in the 2022 Football season and Maddy Butler was rec -

ognized for basketball in the 2022-2023 season.

All-Ohio football player Jace Madzai was recognized for his performance in the 2022 season while Landen Thomas and Lucas Thomas were both recognized for AllOhio wrestling.

The Husky cheerleaders were also recognized for the achievements at the OHSAA Division 5 Spirit State Championship. “I think the only division we didn’t beat completely was division one,” Hibbs said. “Everybody else, we took care of.”

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ers were Destiny Bethel, Alexa Dewees, Ally Henry, Khylii Keffer, and Kamari West. Sophomore cheerleaders were Roni Banks, Mackense Garbrandt, Riley Reed, Shyloh Utter, and Kaila Walker. Junior cheerleaders were Emily Davis, Alex Dray, and Joanna Manbeck. Senior cheerleaders were Haley Dunlap, Kristen Hercules, Gracie Rogers, Lexi Smith, Riley Stewart, Emma Tuttle, and Kaydence Vich.

Hibbs also made sure to thank all the coaches in attendance for their hard work.

The board said they were impressed with the students’ achievements and that the students were great examples of Husky pride.

“On behalf of the board just want to congratulate all of you in what you’ve achieved,” Board President DJ Watson said. “Best of luck to all of you… When you put on that uniform you’re representing so much more than just yourself. As far as representation for our school, we couldn’t ask for a better group of kids to do that. We certainly appreciate you.”

Harrison student wins Airforce Xbox

Ed Banks

Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — Two Harrison Central stu dents competed for an Xbox gaming system in a contest held by the United States Air Force.

A hundred students from Ohio,

West Virginia, and Pennsylvania participated in the contest challenges. The winning students from Harrison Central were Andy Toth and Michael Stock. Toth won first place and Stock finished third. The game used for the competition was FORTNITE, a first-per-

son shooter played similarly to paintball games. The game itself requires responsiveness and situational awareness as you have multiple players in the same field.

Toth won an Xbox system with a customized casing airbrushed with the Air Force Logo.

and having a skirmish against groups. Many were so decorative they didn’t want to be destroyed by the artists. It was a way to learn their family crest as well.

A group of graduates from Adena, Brilliant, Dillonvale, Mount Pleasant, Tiltonsville, Yorkville, and Smithfield are united as Buckeye Local now and working together on scholarships. Coming together as a strong school district has broadened the district in knowledge, football, basketball, baseball, wrestling, and other sports activities for the youth. And learning competition has been keen.

Susan Nolan takes care of a Christmas coat campaign that makes the students curious. She keeps students excited over staying warm. Butch Ford and Ralph Nickoson, officers for the Brilliant Lions, with the help of members, take part in selling food at various projects and riding in parades. There has been an increase in members and all get to know each other in friendship.

Lakeland students enjoy science and art

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Lakeland Academy held a Science and Art Fair on Wednesday, April 26. The event was open to the public to view the various science experiments and art projects made by students pre-K to 12. Science projects were made primarily by grades 4-8 in small groups working together to learn new teamwork skills. The K-1 class did an art project in which they built their own “zoo” in a box. Each grade level did an outstanding job and community members enjoyed viewing the projects.

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Athletics students, with their parents, are recognized at the board of education meeting for outstanding achievements.

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Charles Edward Moorehead

Charles Edward Moorehead, 74, of New Philadelphia, passed away in his home, surrounded by his loving family, on April 24, 2023, from cancer caused by Agent Orange exposure.

Born in Dennison on February 24, 1949, he was the son of the late Charles Howard and Regina Jean (Marignoni) Moorehead.

Chuck graduated from Canton McKinley High School.

Chuck honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart, Vietnamese Hero Metal, Air Metal, Wounded in Combat Metal, Army accommodation, received two Unit citations for bravery, and the Bronze Star.

Chuck was a proud member of the New Philadelphia VFW Post #1445, the Tuscarawas VFW Post # 7943, the Vietnam Veterans of America, the Scio American Legion # 482 and the Cadiz American Legion Post 34. Additionally, he was a member of the Disabled American Veterans.

Alan B. Walker, 83, of Cadiz, passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Liza’s Place of Valley Hospice in Wheeling, West Virginia after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 21, 1939, he was a son of the late Orville and Irene Roth Walker.

Alan was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corporation and a member of the East Warren Street Church of Christ.

In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by his wife, Trava A. (Rose) Walker on June 21, 1999; his brothers: Chuck, Loren, Lanny, Richard and Jim (Carolyn) Walker.

Surviving are his daughters: Krysta (Dwain) Hill of Adena and Tiffney Stapleton of Las Vegas, Nevada; 2 grandchildren: Cortney Kavanagh of

His professional career spanned 20 years serving as a veteran service officer at Harrison County Veterans Service Office. However, Chuck’s entire life was devoted to serving his fellow veterans.

Chuck will be deeply missed by his wife, Diana Sue (Malone) Moorehead; his children, Michael Moorehead of Canton and Christopher (Tanya) Moorehead of Richmond, KY; his step-daughters,

Deedra Testa of Mt. Sterling, OH, Angela Thomas of Sherrodsville, and Megan Bailey of Canal Fulton; and his brother, Bill (Carol) Moorehead of Canton. Seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and five step-grandchildren complete the family.

Visitation will be held in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. A service celebrating Chuck’s life will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday beginning at 11 a.m. with Father Jeff Coning officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery where the New Philadelphia VFW Post #1445 will render military honors.

Memorial contributions in Chuck’s memory may be directed to Wounded Warrior Project, https:// support.woundedwarriorproject.org.

Those wishing to do so may send the family a personal condolence by visiting the funeral home’s website at www.GeibCares.com.

25th Air Division, Geiger Field, Spokane, WA.

He was a member of the Cadiz Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie #2162 and the Cadiz American Legion Post #34.

Per his request, cremation has taken place. The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio. Burial will take place at Minksville Cemetery, near Cadiz, where he will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife.

A Memorial Service to be held at a later date at the discretion of the family.

Dorothy Mae Poulson, 87, of New Philadelphia, formerly a longtime Tippecanoe resident, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023, at Park Village Health Care Center in Dover, after a period of declining health.

Born January 20, 1936 in Stillwater, she was the daughter of the late Nelson James and Nellie (Patterson) Barkley. Dorothy was a 1953 graduate of Uhrichsville High School and had been a member of Pleasant Grove Methodist Church for much of her life.

On October 24, 1959, she married John Russell Poulson with whom she enjoyed over 30 years of marriage until his passing on April 8, 1990. They are survived by two daughters, Lynette (Benny) Dauch and Lori (Tom) Pritchard; grandsons, John (Kaleigh) and Matthew Dauch; step grandchildren, Clayton and Kathryn Pritchard; and a great-grandsons, Bo and Olen. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death

By Pastor Ken Staley

When anyone gets a personal note from a VIP or other celebrity, they’re usually more than happy to share it with everybody.

That kind of recognition from a famous person makes the recipient feel pretty good. And when God himself gets personal, it’s even better.

by her brother, Vernon Barkley.

Dorothy was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and homemaker. She enjoyed being a farmer’s wife and operating Poulson Holsteins with her husband. Later in life, she was employed by Lauren Manufacturing and Wallick’s Hair Salon, had been the secretary at Midvale Methodist Church, and enjoyed working at Buehler’s where she offered food samples to custom -

ers. Dorothy enjoyed keeping up with her classmates through luncheons and reunions. If she wasn’t home, she was at the mall or having lunch with her friends. She was also a devoted pet owner and dearly loved her cat.

Pastor David Koch will officiate her funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 28, at the R. K. Lindsey Funeral Home in Dennison. Interment will follow beside her beloved husband in Patterson Union Cemetery in Deersville. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Harrison County 4-H Committee, OSU Extension Harrison Co., 538 N. Main St., Cadiz, OH 43907 – in tribute to her years as a 4-H member and advisor – and to the Alzheimer’s Association. Dorothy’s family wish to express their deep gratitude to all of her “co-workers” at Park Village Health Care for their exceptional care.

my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.”

(NIV)

Adena and Brock Sanders of Steubenville; and a brother: Bill Walker of Akron/Canton.

He served his country from Aug 1957 - Aug 1961, USAF 84th Fighter Group,

It was Alan’s request, in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr. com

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David, the man after God’s own heart, recognized this when he wrote Psalm 139. It is one of the most encouraging, personal portions of scripture in the Bible. David recounts all of the ways that the Lord is familiar with him, “Lord, you have searched me, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I stand; you know my thoughts from far off. You know when I come and go and when I lie down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know exactly what I’m going to say, you go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head.” The creator of the uni-

verse, God Almighty, the Lord Jesus Christ and His Holy Spirit are personally involved in your life. They know everything about you and like you anyway! You are not just a face in the crowd, you’re not just a church giving unit, you were personally created for a purpose by God himself. These personal revelations of David are laid out for us so we can understand our Heavenly Father’s heart.

“For you created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. Your eyes saw

Notice that David says we were “created,” that we were “made,” not evolved. God had personal involvement in forming each one of us and ordaining the number of years we would spend on this planet. That’s personal! And how awesome is it that you are on God’s mind, “How precious are your thoughts of me, God! How vast is the sum of them! If I were to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand on the seashore.” Try counting that.

You are not just part of a group that God loves. He loves you individually, is familiar with every little thing about you, and you are never out of His thoughts. The next time you need a pick-me-up, skip the caffeine, and fill up on Psalm 139.

Pleasant Grove Methodist at 9:30 a.m. and Harrisville Methodist at 11 a.m.

Homesteading of the past

Terri Brock

I believe homesteading, in some ways, would be similar to how Daniel Freeman lived during his time when the Homesteading Act was first in effect. For example, having to go to the nearest town to purchase the staples for the

pantry that he didn’t grow himself; like flour, sugar, and feed for the animals. Or trying to get things he maybe didn’t make at that time, like soap or tonics and medications that he just didn’t have.

Our lives, in comparison to his, are definitely easier in some aspects. If we don’t want to cook some week night, we can go out for pizza or even order it directly to our

homes.

But the beauty of homesteading is that you can do it however you want. It may not be how your neighbor or someone in the next county over does it. It’s a choice, your choice, in what works for you and what benefits your family. What works for one doesn’t work for the other and that’s okay.

For me, homesteading changes a little bit every year. Sometimes it’s adding to our farm, sometimes it’s taking away, and sometimes it’s just going with the flow. Expect the unexpected.

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Huskies sweep Big Red, fall to Pirates

By DJ Watson Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

STEUBENVILLE —

The Harrison Central Huskies (10-7) baseball team travelled to Steubenville Big Red’s new complex for the first time April 26t bringing home with them a season sweep of the Div. II traditional power.

The scorekeepers were certainly kept busy, as Harrison Central and Steubenville crossed 16 runs in the high-scoring affair that ended 9-7 in favor of the visiting Huskies. The series cap played out much like the first matchup that saw the Huskies emerge victorious 9-8 in walk-off fashion back in early April. One thing is for sure, the two teams had no trouble producing runs when they squared off this season.

Big Red took an early lead after crossing two runs in the bottom of the first. The Huskies would be held scoreless in the second, but the bats would come to life in the top half of the third. Three free passes and two singles produced three runs in the frame, and Head Coach Mike Valesko’s club would add to that in a big way in the next

inning. Four more runs followed in the top box of the fourth, setting the Huskies up with a 7-2 advantage headed into the bottom of the inning.

At times this season, the Huskies have struggled to maintain late-game leads, and it was no different in this one. Big Red plated one in the fourth, and then cut into the deficit again in the sixth with three more runs. What was once a sizable five-run lead had withered down to a one run ballgame as the two teams took the field in the seventh.

However, Harrison fans needed not to worry.

Leland Lopez worked a

Butler leads team

By Sharon Dalton Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — The Lady Huskies began the week off at home against the Bellaire Big Reds honoring the senior team members. The Huskies took control early preventing the Big Reds from scoring into four innings all the while taking control. Led by Maddy Butler with a triple, Brooke Heavilin added a double and a single. Aubrey Wood, Olivia Tonkovich and Kailey Banal each tallied a single with like RBIs. Huskies won 6-2.

After a loss to the OVAC #2-seed Oak Glen on Tuesday at the I-470 field, the Huskies traveled to Buckeye Trail the following evening. The team was out to get back to their winning ways after the Oak Glen loss and would do exactly

that. Led by Kayln Ledger with her first overthe-fence home run of the season, as well as a single and five RBIs. Tonkovich had two singles and an RBI with Wood adding her double and two RBIs.

Lizzy Clelland contributed a double and a single.

Isabel Yeger had a triple and a single with two runs batted in.

Emma Skinner picked up her second win of the week from the pitcher’s mound.

Harrison Central finished the week at the Bellaire Big Reds field with another win, 7-4. Ending the first inning at 2 each, the Huskies would then take charge and lead the rest of the game. Clelland would sent one over the fence and add three RBIs. Butler had a double and Heavilin contributed an RBI and two singles.

seven pitch free-pass to open up the inning. Kaden Jurosko then followed that up with a single to right. In what can be considered “operation normal” this late in the season, the hard hitting Treston Nemeth was intentionally put on first to load the bags. Enter Tucker Snyder. The standout sophomore tagged a hard ground ball to left that scored Lopez. Senior Jace Madzia then returned the ball to left in the next at-bat for a sacrifice fly, bringing home Jurosko. The Huskies had pushed back out to a three-run lead at 9-6.

Big Red would find some two-out lightning in their last chance at the dish, but one run wouldn’t be enough to overcome the opportunistic Huskies.

The Garaway Pirates visited Mazeroski Field

last Friday and handed the Huskies their seventh setback of the year. The Huskies led 1-0 after the first, but that would be the only offensive action Valesko would see from his dugout. The Pirates scored two in the second, one each in the third and fourth, going on to cap things off with two more runs in the seventh to close out the 6-1 victory.

A series with Wheeling Park and a single date with St. Clairsville will lead into this weekend’s Buckeye Eight Championship. The Huskies will get their chance to defend their title, but the South Division is yet to decide their representative. It will either be St. Clairsville or Cambridge. If Cambridge beats Martins Ferry this week, it will be the Bobcats, if they don’t, it will be St. Clairsville. No matter the opponent, Valesko is excited to be representing the Buckeye Eight North Division.

“Playing in championship game means a lot to our kids and program. You put yourself in this position because of the work you did during the course of all of your regular season games. Not only are you playing for a league championship, but those games also prepare you for the postseason. Every pitch matters,” Valesko explained.

Lady Huskies fall short

By Sharon Dalton Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

After their comeback win against Ridgewood, the Lady Huskies were hoping to keep the winning streak going. However, that was not the case. On April 17, the Huskies headed to Edison Local to take on the Wildcats. Amid less than perfect conditions of rain, hail and wind, the Huskies would lead in the first inning scoring three runs. The Wildcats would then retaliate with five of their own. The Huskies would continue to battle, but would fall short 8-5 for the final score.

The Huskies were led by Isabel Yeager with two singles and two RBIs. Lizzy Clelland would add two singles and an RBI. Kailey Banal contributed a double.

On April 18, the Hus-

kies were at Garaway. Once again scoring three runs in the first inning, the Huskies would hit a lull and fall short 6-4 for that final score. Aubrey Wood would hit her first over-the-fence home run of the season. Banal once again added a double and Maddy Butler posted two doubles, a single and an RBI.

At Harrison Central on April 19, the Huskies would again face the Wildcats. The Lady Huskies would pull ahead throughout the game, but the Wildcats again would pick up the win edging out the Huskies 6-5. Yeager racked up two singles and Olivia Tonkovich, a single and two RBIs to round out the scoring.

Harrison Central will be back on home turf against the Bellaire Big Reds. The seniors will be honored prior to game start.

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r 10. Lube all springs, hinges and rollers.

Maddy Butler throws for the out against Edison Local.

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Seniors Alina Williams (from left), Brooke Heavilin, Kayln Ledger, Coach Darrin Young, Lizzy Clelland and Maddy Butler were honored during the Huskies win against Bellaire.

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fessionally and personally. I enjoyed the challenge of re-imagining the office, its mission, and the capabilities it was able to deliver. The transition was unique, as it was completely different than what I had been doing day to day,” WIlson shared.

As director of 911, Wilson helped make major changes to the 911 response point by increasing the number of dispatchers, adding over 100 hours of training for those dispatchers, and implementing Reverse 911.

“While this satisfied state requirements ahead of schedule, more importantly, the citizens of Harrison County gained more professional dispatchers to serve their emergency and non-emergency needs,”

Wilson said. “We created more good paying jobs with the opportunity for a good benefits package as well, which I think is important. To this day, our wage scale is competitive with surrounding counties… the 911 center moved to its new location near the hospital. We were able to upgrade all facets of operations, as well as improve connectivity to the State NG911 center in Columbus and create redundancy in the network. This creates a more reliable system in times of emergency.”

In the EMA, Wilson

is responsible for preparing for, responding to, and planning recovery from any natural or man-made disaster that could affect the county. He works closely with first responders, the health department, and many others throughout the county to maintain safety and security for residents.

At home, he’s been cub master for Pack 269 for the last four years where his son, John, began scouts. John has continued on now to earn his Arrow of Light, crossing over to Boy Scouts and working toward his Eagle.

Wilson is also active in 4-H, where John shows hogs and practices to possibly take over the family’s 51-acre beef cattle farm. If John does take the farm, he will be the third generation to continue the legacy.

Wilson said that despite his opportunity to travel, what he likes best about Harrison County is the people here. “Having spent time in multiple states and a foreign country, I chose to settle down here. I like the rural nature of the county, available opportunities, and most importantly the people,” he said. “They are honest, hardworking and share the same values. I am proud to say I met my wife, Margie, a Hopedale native, here. And I’m so glad John is growing up here.”

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UPCOMING EVENTS

• LOOKING FOR 18u summer baseball teams from Ohio to play in the annual Bob Cene Memorial 18u Metal Bat Tournament to be held June 29 through July 2 at the Cene Park Baseball Complex in Struthers. Contact Ken Quinn 330 719-0581 for information.

• THE LORD’S Sharing Pantry Perrysville Church Parking Lot, 88 Amsterdam Road SE (state Route 164), Scio. Open 24 hours, free to all. A wide variety of items are available, including toilet paper, boxed cereal, peanut butter, protein bars, shampoo, body wash and much more.

• NIGHT AT the Races, Satur-

BILL

day, May 13. Cadiz Country Club, Post Time 7 p.m. Heavy hors d’oeuvres. Cash Bar. Call Rich Milleson 740-310-0880 or Sue Myers 740-491-0659.

• CADIZ AMERICAN Legion Fish Fry, First Saturday every month. 4-8 p.m. Cod chunks, fries, slaw, bread $12. Dine-in or carry-out. A la cart items available. Open to the public. 336 E. Spring St., Cadiz. 740-942-3764.

• CADIZ AMERICAN Legion. Taco Tuesday held first Tuesday of every month. 5-8 p.m.

• JEWETT VFD Mother’s Day Drive-Thru Chicken BBQ May 14 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Half-chicken dinner includes baked potato, calico beans, applesauce, roll, and cookie $12 per dinner. Jewett Firehouse at 208 W. Main St., Jewett.

• PUSKARICH LIBRARY: Floral Arrangement Class- May 12 at 6 p.m.; Mommy & Me: Cake Decorating Class- May 13 at 11 a.m.; Crochet Club- Saturdays at 12 p.m. Scio Branch: Crochet with Deb- Thursdays at 1 p.m.; Pickleball at Barr Memorial CenterMondays 5-7 p.m., Wednesdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Quilt with Sue- Mondays at 10 a.m. Clark Memorial: Crochet Club- Thursdays at 4 p.m.; Fitness Fun Class- Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays at 5:30 p.m.

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standards in the state of Ohio, and compare them with surrounding states. But this, he said, is a case where “other states needed to come to our standard instead of us lowering it to theirs.”

There was immediate pushback against the proposed legislation.

Ohio Fire Chiefs and the State Board of EMS both wrote let -

day, May 18. Undo’s West, 51130 National Road E., St. Clairsville. Cocktails 5:30 p.m. and dinner 6:30 p.m. $45 per person. 304277-2660.

• MEMORIAL DAY Services will be held at Fariview Cemetery (Jewett) at 11 a.m. May 29 with Germano Cemetery immediately following by V.F.W. Post #3072.

• CONNECT MUSIC and reading at Toe Tappin’ Tuesday on May 9 at 11:30 a.m. It’s for kids ages 2-6. Register by calling the library. 740-282-9782.

• PANCAKE & SAUSAGE Dinner on May 13, Unionport Masonic Lodge, County Road 39, Unionport. Cost: Donation. Carry-out available. Dinner includes: choice of regular or buckwheat pancake, sausage, cake, ice cream, and a drink.

• THE HARRISON COUNTY Chorale will inaugurate the new stage at Sally Buffalo Park! Chorale will begin practice for its summer concert, Celebrate America, on Thursday, May 13, 6:30 p.m. at Scott United Methodist Church in Cadiz. The concert will be the evening of July 9. Follow us on Facebook under Harrison County Chorale.

• CADIZ AMERICAN Legion Mother’s Day Baked Steak Dinner will be held May 13 5-8 p.m. or until sold out. Baked steak w/

ters of opposition, but given the short window of opportunity, their objections were so late, that they weren’t even accepted. “The people who were going to be impacted by this had no input,” Marchetta said. “The bill was amended in a lame duck session and there were only 72 hours to respond.”

However, once it was clear that HB 509 would have been detrimental to EMS, both the house and the senate recognized a mis -

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ing the power poles as requested by the contractor. The contractor,

gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, fresh fruit bowl. A gift for Mother while they last. Reservations are encouraged. Open to the public. Dine-in or carry-out.

740-942-3764.

• THE MENTAL Health and Recovery Board will be holding a Planning and Program Committee meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, at the MHR Board Office located at 99 N. Sugar St., St. Clairsville.

• THE HARRISON COAL and Reclamation Historical Park dinner and auction will take place on May 13 at the Hopedale VFD social hall at 103 Firehouse Lane in Hopedale. Doors open at 4 p.m. Dinner at 5 p.m. Auction around 7 p.m. Tickets are $20. For reservation information, call 740391-4135, 330-401-9881, or email info@HCRHP.org.

• THE HARRISON County Beekeepers Association are sponsoring a Spring Beekeeper Seminar at the Harrison County Fairgrounds located at 550 Grant St., Cadiz, on Saturday, May 13. The doors will open at 8 a.m.

take was made and they worked quickly to get it resolved. HB 52 was sponsored by State Representatives Sarah Fowler and Marilyn John, and restores the laws pertaining to EMS training, across the state of Ohio.

“House Bill 52 corrected all of this and was done in record time,” Marchetta said. “Thank you to senators and representatives who recognized this was an issue and worked quickly to resolve it.”

ODOT, as well as the village, have all contacted AEP regarding this. Charter/Spectrum has until the end of the month of April to move poles. Once construction begins on state Route 646, the road will be closed for approximately 60 days. Completion is anticipated for July.

The community park is now open. Residents are also advised that mosquito spray dates are May 24, June 28, July 26, and Sept. 20. Times will start at 8 p.m. and commence for 45 minutes.

Finally, the village clean-up date is sched -

uled for June 3. The 40-yard, roll-off dumpster will be delivered on June 2. This will be located near the garage at Allensworth Drive. The village advises that no electronics or unusual items will be accepted.

It is also important to state that the numerous concerns raised by residents about Allensworth Drive have been noted. Village Administrator Jake Tubaugh asks that everyone bears with this issue until paving can be done. Paving will commence once ongoing projects are completed. Allensworth Drive is slated to be paved.

Talk of the Town

Freeport

By Deb Milligan

Spring cannot make up its mind.

May 6 is National Nurses Day.

Happy Birthday to Heather Rogers, Holly Koch, Brent Bear, Jace Arnold, Sadie Bear, Susan Anderson, Larry Meredith, Stetson, Debbie Dunlap, Jamie Harvey, Lori Milleson, Glenda Hibbs, Kelly Pittis, Kris Johnson, and Lisa Bardall.

The community extends its sympathy to the family of Dorothy Poulson, 87, formerly a longtime Tippecanoe resident, and to Harold and Mary Howes on the death of her sister Carol Walter.

Residents in Freeport had no water for an hour due to the people working on the sewer-line project. They were digging and hit a water line at the park that no one knew was there. The water boil has since been lifted.

On April 14, 15, and 16, Freeport Sportsmans Club held a Coyote Tournament. Winners included: first, Dave Kendziorski, 33.2; second, Brad Ketchum Team, 32.8; and small dog category: Clayton Steward and Cory Toland, 26.2. Thanks to everyone for their donations of door prizes.

The members of the Freeport Sportsman Club, Freeport Fire Department, and Tippecanoe Fire Department are selling tickets for a gun raffle.

A delicious breakfast will be served on May 12 at 9 a.m. at the West Chester Senior Center.

The annual fishing derby at Twin Hills Park will be May 13. Sign-up is at 9:30 a.m. and cast off at 11 a.m.

Bowerston

By Mary Anna Cotter

Happy Birthday to the May birthdays: Jayden Cotter, Deb Walko, Emily Siedel, Randy Caldwell, Levi Shetler, Jennifer Case, Megan John, Terry Carrothers, Henry Rodriguez, and Jon Humphrey.

Happy Anniversary to the Jerry Rippeths (60 years), Sam Rodriguezes, and Allen Cases.

Congratulations to the Conotton Valley softball team who beat Frontier 10-0 to become the OVAC Champions for the third time. They also beat Cameron and Sandy

Quaker City

Valley.

The baseball team beat Bridgeport 19-6, but lost to Cameron 8-2 to become the OVAC runner- ups.

The Conotton Valley Prom was held on Saturday evening with Chloe Stuber as the queen and Gaige Galigher at the king.

Mary Anna Cotter attended the inspection of Toronto Chapter of Eastern Star on Monday evening.

New Rumley

By Donna Jean Haney

On Friday, May 12, 6 p.m., Game Night will be held at New Rumley Global Methodist Church in The Fellowship Hall. Details are forthcoming. Public is invited.

On Tuesday, May 23, noon, the Fellowship Girls will have lunch at the Van Horne Grand Tea Room in Carrollton.

On Saturday, June 3, Custer Days will be held at the Custer Park in New Rumley, and also the museum will be open. Lunch will be served in the New Rumley Church Fellowship Hall.

Scio

By Cindy Spiker

Happy May! May the warm days ahead fill you with joy.

CORRECTION: Village Spring Clean Up Day is scheduled for June 3 from 9 a.m. - noon. The dumpster will be located off of Allensworth Drive at the Wastewater Treatment Plant entrance (same as previous years). Please remember no electronics, batteries, tires, or otherwise hazardous materials are accepted. All residents are encouraged to utilize the dumpster for spring clean up. It is free to all village residents.

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department served 205 dinners this past weekend at its April roast-beef dinner.

The Scio Garden Club will be planting the Main Street barrels the week of May 15. Their color scheme will be yellow, white and red. The Scio Garden Club will also be picking up trash on Main Street during Village Spring Clean Up Day.

Thank you to club members for all they do to help beautify our town.

Mosquito spraying will take place on Wednesday, May 24, at 8:15 p.m. The village

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Marietta 740-374-4151

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would like to inform all residents that the mosquito spraying will be 45 to 60 minutes in duration.

The Jewett Open Air Market will be May 28, 3-7 p.m. Products and goods by local artisans will be featured. For more details and vendor information, contact Tammy Verhovec at 740491-7938.

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

REMINDERS:

The Scio VFD Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting Burger Night on Saturday, May 6, from 4 -7 p.m. at R.J.Spiker Firehouse, 318 W. Main St., Scio. Burger, freshcut fries, and drink $11. Dine-in or carry-out.

The Perry Township VFD will be having a Drive-Thru Chicken BBQ in the firehouse parking lot (178) Amsterdam Road SE, Scio), on Sunday, May 7, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Chicken, parsley potatoes, green beans, roll and cookie, $12.

The Scio American Legion Steak Dinner will be held Saturday, May 13, from 4-7 p.m. $15 per dinner. A raffle auction and 50-50 will also be held. Dinner tickets can be purchased in advance at the Scio American Legion. All proceeds will benefit the Kids Fishing Tournament.

DID YOU KNOW? …

In the 1890s, Scio’s Main Street wooden buildings burned during an oil boom fire. The Main Street Business district was eventually rebuilt with brick buildings, some of which still stand today.

Deersville

By Susan Adams

It is with a heavy heart that the Village of Deersville and the surrounding area extends sympathy to the family of Ethan E Andrus, 24, of Deersville, who passed away April 22 from injuries received in an ATV accident. Ethan attended the Deersville UM Church and was a volunteer fireman for the Deersville Community Volunteer Fire Department. Ethan’s father, Roger Andrus, is also a Deersville fireman. A full obituary can be found on the Geib Funeral Home webpage. A celebration of life will

be held on Saturday, May 6, at 2 p.m. at the Deersville UM Church. The service will be followed by a meal for family and friends at the Deersville Community Fire Department. Ethan loved animals and, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in memory of Ethan to the Human Society of Harrison County, P.O. Box 404, Cadiz OH 43907.

Thank you to all who attended, provided refreshments and performed at the April 28 singspiration at the Feed Springs Church and for making it an inspirational evening.

What a wonderful day Saturday, April 29, at 15th Annual Woman’s Retreat “Restoration-Refresh-Restore-Renew” at the Deersville UM Church with 58 ladies attending. There was special music from Marlene Bower, Gloria Allen, Vicki Pratt, Chisty Holmes, Joy Miles, the Deersville Choir and the attendees. Thank you to all who gave testimonials. Everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch. There were lots of door prizes (many hand-crafted by Nancy Sukosd), beautiful decorations, and many blankets left the building to go out and give strength, peace and joy to anyone in need of comfort. Thank you to all who worked to make this such a wonderful event. Special thanks to the organizers and speakers, Joy Miles and Penelope Clark.

May Birthdays: I missed two May birthdays for May 7, Cheri Malone and Janice Green. Happy Birthday ladies.

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 9:30 a.m., worship 10:30 a.m., Wednesday prayer meeting 6:30 p.m. All are welcome to these three churches that grace the Moravian Trail.

Monday, May 8, will be the monthly committee meetings at the Deersville UM Church. SPRC will meet at 6 p.m., trustees at 7 p.m., and Administrative Council

to follow. All members of these committees are urged to attend to conduct the business of the church.

On Thursday, May 11, at 4 p.m., the Deersville Community Garden Club will meet at the home of Rebekah Henry with Becky Walton as co-hostess. Roll call will be the best thing you did with your mother. Program leaders will be Sue Adams and Rebecca Gladman. The group will hold a cookie auction with proceeds going into the Scholarship Fund.

On Sunday, May 14, (Mother’s Day), a chicken barbecue drive-thru will be held at the Piedmont Fire House starting at noon until it is sold out. $14 per dinner includes: half chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans, roll and drink. Sponsored by the Piedmont UM Church and Moorefield Twp. VFD. Stop by on your way home from church.

If anyone has any news items they would like to share, please call and let me know at 740942-3137. If I am not available to answer you call, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Smithfield

By Esther McCoy

I wanted to comment about Katherine Miller’s Amish Corner with a recipe each week. My dad, being English and Irish, said that his mother always made Date Pudding for an important event. I keep saying that I will make it. Now all I need is an important event to come up, a happy one, I mean. I’ll let you know when I do find a reason to enjoy it.

Our son, Darin, has warned residents in Plain City to be on the lookout for a new driver on the back streets of the town. Our 15-year-old granddaughter, Maggie, is on the go. If she learns to drive as well as she plays softball with the big team, she should do well.

Members of the Smithfield Christian Church took a scenic drive, actu-

ally road closings, to the Farm Restaurant on April 29 for the usual tasty homestyle dinners that she holds. Her huge back room where many can be seated and enjoy talking with each other is just like a family party. My work has been short this week but things will be picking up for me with 4-H members and the riders of horses. I can’t believe that May is already here.

Bye now.

Holloway

By Susan Adams

On Sunday, May 7, at 11 a.m., Old Timers will be holding a meeting to plan for September. Thank you to those who attended April 30. New members are encouraged and welcomed. If you cannot attend but are interested, please contact one of the members (numbers listed below) or leave a message of their Facebook page.

The Holloway Old Timers Association needs your help in planning the 2023 Old Timers Baseball Festival that will happen in 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 for food, prizes, soda, and water. Entertainment is expensive. For more information, contact Kenny Staten, 740-3816124 or Linda Nester, 740-541-5401. FYI: This will be the 75th annual Old Timers. Much help is appreciated and needed.

On Saturday, May 20, 2-4 p.m., the public is welcome to attend the annual Ladies’ Tea Party at the Holloway United Methodist Church. Put your fancy hat and dress on and join the ladies for an afternoon of tea, snacks, and fun! The cost is $5 per person. There will be a door prize and See TALK Page 10

*** ATTENTION: Plugging of Oil and Gas Wells ***

Orphan Well Program

Public Notice

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management May 5, 2023

-This notice will run for five (5) days-

Do you have a valid interest in one of the oil and gas wells listed below, or the equipment attached to, or used in, any of these wells?

The Orphan Well Program is responsible for plugging improperly abandoned oil and gas wells when no owner or other responsible party can be located. Additional information may be found at https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/discover-and-learn/safetyconservation/about-ODNR/oil-gas/orphan-wells/.

If you believe that you have a valid interest in an oil and gas well or the equipment attached to, or used in, a well listed below, contact the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management within 10 days of the posting of this notice. Claims of ownership, along with proper documentation demonstrating a valid ownership interest, should be sent to the

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you can buy tickets for their raffles. The church is looking for spring/ summer raffle baskets to raffle at the ladies’ tea for a church fundraiser. If anyone is interested in donating, please contact them.

On Saturday, May 20, 6-7:30 p.m., the Freeport Volunteer Fire Department will be having a chicken BBQ. Half a chicken, two sides, roll, and water for $15. Must purchase a ticket ahead of time for the dinner. They are only selling 210 tickets. See any fireman for a dinner ticket. After the barbecue, there will be a free square dance from 7:30-10:30 pm. with DJ Dan Kirk, a square and line dance caller from Carrollton. Open to the public following the dinner. Sponsors are the Bear’s Den Steakhouse, 360 Burger, Koch Funeral Home, Koch Homemade Caramels, and Freeport VFD. To donate or for more info, call Linda Fritter 740-2139197 or Ginger Anderson 740-630-7307.

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

968-4264. The church looks beautiful.

The Holloway Volunteer Fire Department’s project for veteran banners is ongoing. You can still order a banner for a veteran. Check out the Holloway VFD Activities page on Facebook and click on Veterans Banners for directions and to print an order form. Memorial Day will be here sooner than we know, and this is a perfect opportunity to honor a veteran.

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, 740-4335074, Lori Sharp, 740510-0841, Kelli Baker, 740-685-2750, or Linda Nester, 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.

Save the Date: Saturday, June 17, will be the Holloway Alumni banquet at the Old Timers building in Holloway.

The food will be prepared by Karen Walton of Freeport. More information will be provided later. Call your fellow classmates and plan to get together at the banquet.

The Holloway VFD Activities Committee is still having the “Shop Rada Cutlery Fund -

raising Store / Shop for Cutlery and Gifts” fundraiser. There is a link on its Facebook page. Rada also has some great soup kits and dips besides cutlery. These products make great gifts. Mother’s Day is coming. June is a big month for weddings or maybe a treat for yourself.

On Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., a Community Yard Sale will be held at the Lafferty Community Park, Mt. Hope Road, Lafferty. Table are $10 each. To reserve a space, call 740-4572125. All proceeds for the table rentals and concessions benefit the Lafferty Community Park.

On Saturday, May 6, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Community Yard Sale will be held in New Athens.

To follow what is happening in Holloway, there are five Facebook groups: Village of Holloway, Holloway Old Timers Baseball Assoc, Holloway VFD Activities, Holloway United Methodist Church, and Growing up in Holloway (private group).

If anyone has any item they would like listed, please call me at 740-9423137. If I am not home, please leave a message and I will get back to you. Thank you.

Hopedale

By John Wilson

Hi everybody, hope you had a good week.

Time to start spring cleaning! My friends at the village building wanted me to share about the upcoming Community Clean-Up Day. It will be held on May 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for residents of Hopedale and Green Township. It will be held at the Hopedale Fire House. They will accept the following items: furniture, bulk items, mattresses, washers/dryers, refrigerators, furnaces, metal/ aluminum, televisions and computers. Please

call 740-937-2355 if you have any questions.

The Jimmy Ward seventh annual Softball Scholarship Tournament will be held on May 6 and May 7. They need two more teams to sign up. If you know of anybody that would like to have a great time and help this important cause, please reach out to Emily Chisnell, or check out her FB page for the tournament. Thank you.

Looking for an early Mother’s Day present? Stop out at Harrison Central, where the FFA Green House will be open May 6 through May 10. They have ferns and hanging baskets. They will be open 1-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday.

The Hopedale FD Flea Market will be held on Saturday, May 6, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Breakfast and lunch stand will be available, as well as a 50/50. Tables are $5 each. Call 740-937-2333 for more information. All first responders will get a free meal in honor of EMS week. Thank you to each and every one of you, for all you do!

The New Athens Community Yard Sale will be held on May 6. Please call Barb at 740968-4395 to be put on the map. Maps will be available the day of the sale at the Presbyterian Church and Doc’s. I never miss an opportunity to hunt for treasures at events like this.

Cadiz Fire Department Chicken BBQ will be held Sunday, May 7, 12-2 p.m. $12 will get you a half chicken, baked beans, corn, and a roll. If you would like to pre-order, go their Facebook page and leave a comment on the dinner post.

On Saturday May 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., be sure to stop out at the Tractor Supply in Cadiz for the third annual Byers Graphics Car, Truck and

Bike Show. Registration fee is $10 for participants. There will be a 50/50, gun raffle and food. Lots of awards. Best of all. the proceeds benefit the Harrison County Humane Society. For questions call Louann at 740-3813365 or Russ at 740-4910194.

The 24th annual Cadiz Community Yard Sale will be held on Friday, June 2, and Saturday June 3. It’s being sponsored by the Cadiz Business Association, contact them by May 26 to register. It’s only $3. They have a form on the Harrison County Visitors Center Facebook page, fill it out and return to them at the address provided. Maps will be available the days of the sale.

If you have news and would like me to include it, please email hopedalenews@yahoo.com before noon each Monday. Thanks, and hope you have a great week!

Adena

By Alyssa Howard

In July, construction will start on South Bridge Street (Church Hill) $1 Million – Complete Resurfacing and Curbing Project. Detours will be posted. The project is expected to last three weeks.

Dairy Jean is officially open for the season. Go get some good grub and delicious ice cream.

L.A. Pizza is looking to add to their team! Stop in and fill out an application!

Adena Heritage Days Community Yard Sale will be on Saturday, June 3, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., on the Village Greens. Anyone that would like to participate in the yard sales, please contact Lynn McConnell at 740546-3946.

On Friday, May 5, from 9 p.m.-12 a.m., Terry’s Bar is celebrating Cinco De Mayo. Blue Fang will be there for your entertainment!

Did you know that

singing is one of the best ways to get your child ready to read? Take your child, ages 2 to 6, to Toe Tappin’ Tuesday the Adena Branch Library on Tuesday, May 9, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., for a program filled with notes of fun and laughter. Registration is required by calling the library at 740-320-0009.

Adults can come unwind and color at the Adena Branch Library on Monday, May 15, at 5 p.m. All supplies are provided.

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

Dillonvale

By

Alyssa

Howard COAD (Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development), along with Job & Family Services, will have a table at the Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library on Tuesday, May 9, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. to provide information and answer questions. COAD offers resources, assistance, classes, and more to families, parents/ guardians, and the community to help find childcare and raise children within our service area. It takes a whole community to raise a child. The #COADFamily is glad to help.

Did you know that singing is one of the best ways to get your child ready to read? Take your child ages 2 to 6 to Musical Monday at Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library on Monday, May 8, at 11:30 a.m. for a program filled with notes of fun and laughter. Registration is required by calling the library at 740-3144310.

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

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4MTH OLD BLENHEIM Cavalier male $350 330-600-1735

GREAT PYRENEES MALE & fema e pups for sale Parents on farm Vet checked $500 330-340-3109

LOVABLE PUPPIES AVAILABLE Cavapoo's Bernese Mountain Dogs Bernedoodles, Irish Doodles, Stan‐dard Poodles and Mini Pood es (330)407-1876

3 WELSH HARLEQUIN duckl ngs 2 weeks old Straight run $75 for all 3 Wil need heat lamp setup (330)3175576

BOVAN BROWN PULLETS: Tak ng orders for f rst week in October W ll be 16 weeks old at that time $15 each Matt Mi ler 330-407-6034

BRENDA S PET PARLOR in Scio C ipping, bathing, & flea treatment, Cal for appointment 740-945-0292

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AKC BOXER STUD Service: Mojo s f ashy fawn and has championship b oodlines Prog and bruc testing n‐cluded in the $500 stud fee Pickup and del very available if needed 330473-0687

AKC FEMALE GOLDEN retr ever 3 5 years old Hea th tested Great mom $400 Ca l 330-401-7849

ACA SHIH-TZU PUPPIES: DOB 03/12/23 Ava lab e 05/08/23 1 male 3 fema es L ver, chocolate and vari‐ous other colors Ca l Dav d or Joanne 330-674-2039 AKC FRENCH BULLDOG breed se lout Great breeding stock 1 1/2 yr o d li ac/tan/merle male proven great conformation 3 1/2 yr old b ue/fawn fema e great mom 1 1/2 yr old l lac/tan

AKC FRENCH BULLDOG pupp es for sale 1- fluffy li ac and tan male (DNA com ng soon) 2- lilac and tan f uffy carr er ma es, 2- l lac and tan f uffy carr er females Good breeding stock 330-473-0687

AKC GERMAN SHEPHERD Pup‐p es Born 03/07/23 and are current y 5 weeks o d Wi l be ready to take home 1st week of May Located in Sterling Asking $475 4 females 3 males Parents on prem ses W ll be vet checked dewormed and vacci‐nated Call/ text (330)466-0664 for more informat on

AKC SHIH TZU puppies 1 ma e 3 females iver choc bl and white col‐ors Very playful DOB 03/12/23 Cal for more info Dav d and Joanne (330)674-2039

AT STUD: OAKLEY: Chocolate Mer e, Moyan Pood e, 24lb Royal: Homozygous Blue Merle M n Poo‐d e 15 b Duke: Chocolate Phantom Toy Pood e 12lb A so For Sa e: M n Poodle 16lb Wh te with Red Spots 330-451-6190

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD: STAN‐DARD size, blue merle, male DOB 10/24/21 proven breeder sensible friend y, loves attention, would be a great fam ly pet $250 OBO Aus‐tralian Shepherd, standard size, b ack tr female DOB 1/11/23 very friend y & oving $100 (740)3981801

BOOMER AKC FRENCHIE ma e 10 wks old is looking for his forever home He is UTD on shots vet checked and microchipped! Is very well socialized with children and other dogs Asking $1 800 Any questions call 330-600-5712

CKC BOSTON TERRIERS 8mths o d, black & wh te, marked correct y, upright ears 2 female / 1 ma e good breeding stock $750 330-279-2477 Shreve

2 YEAR OLD Be g an Fries an Stan‐dardbred ge d ng bay started tra n ng $4 000 a so yearling ful brother $2,000 (330)600-4774

MORGAN CROSS MARE: 10 years old standardbred well broke to dr ve, TSS, women can drive, very sharp chunky mare $5000 OBO (330)641-1671

PAPILLON PUPPIES: DOB 02/26/23, ava lab e 04/23/23 2 fe‐males 5 males Various co ors Cal for more info Dav d or Joanne 330674-2039 SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES for sa e 8 weeks old 4 females and 3 males Up to date on shots and wormer and are microchipped $500 each Call or text 330-365-6448

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SHIH-TZU PUPPIES: VERY p ayfu assorted colors DOB 02/27/23 Cal for more nfo, 330-466-3328 or 330695-9310

5 YR OLD Musc e Massive gelding Well broke, wi l p ease anyone, nice built horse classy TSS 30 day trial $14,000 Joe Swarey 330 390 1320 TIMOTHY AND ORCHARD grass hay Smal square and round 740824-3621

WE HAVE AKC Rottwei ers they have Championship Bloodlines They have al shots and are dewormed Both Parents Imported from Ger‐many and Australia Our pupp es have the rot Box Heads and are very stocky Th s s a true Rottweiler comes from a good stock of family breed And have been vet checked G ve us a cal today to meet our pup‐pies! Ca l today 574-612-0412 We can send pics of our females and males plus mom and dad

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KIKO BOER CROSS goats for sale, 3 months old Nannies and B ll es Some are spotted $200 each F r‐man Mi ler 330-852-2358

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RAFFLE ITEMS: Swing set or cash, $1,000 shopping spree, Henry Golden Boy 4.5

LUNCH STAND OPENS @ 4:30 PM

Serving burgers, chicken nuggets, baked beans, fries, noodles, salad, cheesecake, cupcakes, ice cream.

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2 GOODYEAR TRACTOR Turf tires excel ent condit on S ze 16 9 x 24 $800 Cal 330-275-2169

DOUBLE RAKE HITCH for a New Ho land 258 and New Hol and 260 right and left hand No hydrau ics needed $900 (434)960-7140

JOHN DEERE 24T square baler $3600 Pair of John Deere 494 fert l‐izer boxes with augers, $300 Massey Fergeson MF25 hay rake $1350 2 hay wagons, 14 , $1100 and 16 $1500 OBO Fresno 740294-4149

JOHN DEERE 4020 Tractor power shift good cond tion $15 000 OBO (330)275-4852

KUBOTA L2250 TRACTOR: 4x4 with oader, 26HP, 1155HRS Gear shift w th forward and reverse $11000 330-691-6986

WISCONSIN VF4 & VE4 Air coo ed motors (740)824-3621

CLEAN LINE TREES Cutting trees dozer work set up huntings and food plots 740-610-3634

HOGS READY FOR butcher, we gh between 280-300lbs we have ap‐pointments for these hogs at Sugar Valley Meats Sugarcreek Wil we gh hogs and haul them to Sugar Valley Meats for you Asking $450 a p ece (you pay Sugar Val ey Meats sepa‐rately for processing) Ca l or Text 330-340-3978

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