Harrison News-Herald E-Edition 6/23/23

County Fair starts with a bang

Community

Ohio Byway’s historic view

By Rebecca Bratten Weiss Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

For county residents as well as visitors to the area who are interested in sightseeing, the Tappan-Moravian Trail Ohio Byway provides both scenic vistas and a look at local history.

This 55-mile route, designated an Ohio Byway in 1998, passes by Tappan and Clendening lakes, as well as the memorial to General George Armstrong Custer, in New Rumley.

According to Dee Ann Horstman, the Tappan-Moravian Trail was organized by the late Richard Zeimer, a civil engineer who had retired to the village of Deersville. Zeimer, Horstman said, “recognized the value of area historic

Politics

Companies bid for demolition contracts

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Harrison County Commissioners began their weekly meeting on June 14 with many bid openings. County Engineer Doug Bachman opened bids for resurfacing projects around the county. These bids came in three parts: part one being for County Road 8 and County Road 503; part two for County Road 13; and part three for County Road 43 and a portion of County Road 44. NLS Paving bid $729,647.50 for part one, $576,182.75 for part two, and $497,165.00 for part three. Cast & Baker bid

$854,666.50, 673,052.75, $585,715.50 respectively. And Shelly & Sands bid $688,118.80, $640,221.00, and $475,855.50 respectively.

Commissioner Paul Coffland then opened bids for the demolition of the old post office building in Cadiz. The office received bids from Kovarik Excavating & Hauling, LLC, which is based in Jewett, for $20,000. Raze International, Inc. of Shadyside bid $28,000. Dore & Associates, Inc. from Bay City, Mich., bid $76,300. Finally, B&B Wrecking & Excavating, Inc. of Cleveland, bid $187,700.

sites dispersed through a beautiful natural environment encircled by roads through the county.” Together with other county residents, Zeimer formed a committee, and they worked together to get the route accepted as an Ohio Byway, in accordance with the guide -

lines set out by the Ohio Department of Transportation.

Two years later another committee formed, this one involving Dee Ann Horstman and her husband, Harry, who reside in the Scio area.

Tappan updates chamber

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce holds a monthly “Coffee and Connections” meeting wherein the community can learn more about individual projects and businesses in the area.

Each month, a speaker is chosen to share with the group at a local restaurant. This month the meeting was held at Ranch to Table restaurant in downtown Cadiz and the speaker was MWCD Engagement and Outreach Coordinator Ethan Zucal.

The MWCD, according to its website is, “a political subdivision of the State of Ohio organized in 1933 to develop and implement a plan to reduce the effects of flooding and conserve water for beneficial public uses.” Its mission is be “responsible stewards dedicated to providing the benefits of flood reduction, conservation and recreation in the Muskingum River Watershed.”

They are the largest conservancy district in the state and operate in 18 different counties, including Harrison.

The MWCD just celebrated its 90th anniversary and has added a historical display, which was part of a focused plan to share more with the public. “We just had a public open house at the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum,” he said. “We have a featured exhibit in that museum. … We’re really excited about that, it’ll be up for a year.”

Zucal explained the organization wants to be more vocal about its history. “We have a lot of visitors come to Tappan who are just there for the day so they don’t really get that history,” he said. “So we’re going to try to change that.”

Zucal spoke about the many exciting changes going on at the various MWCD parks, including Tappan Lake where, on the park side, the welcome center is being redone. “If you drive into Atwood, there’s a great presence when you first arrive to the park with this grand welcome center, which was completed in 2016. So at Tappan you

have the old home there which currently serves as our welcome center. Then you had the activities center, concessions, and everything right there in that general area,” he said. “We will have a brand new welcome center.”

Zucal shared that the center will have a meeting space that will, at first, be predominantly for MWCD use but will eventually open up for public use as well.

“Functionality, look, all like Atwood’s welcome center,” Zucal said. “It’ll house our administration as well as our rangers. It will include a retail area for various camping items and souvenirs.”

Construction will continue throughout the year and the hope is that it will be complete in the summer of 2024.

There is also work being done on the concession building with new restrooms being added, new stone facade already completed, and, pending supply issues, should be finished well before next summer.

“Everything is for the public,” Zucal said. “How we can better serve our guests.”

Opening night at the Harrison County Fair started with a bang when a transformer across from the commercial building blew. A safety perimeter was immediately sectioned off. Darrin Young from D&E Electric and Jody Hyde, groundskeeper, were on the scene in minutes to bring the situation under control.

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This sunset over Tappan Lake was taken by local photographer Dora Hopkins.

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Commissioner Paul Coffland opens bids for various county projects.

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Ethan Zucal speaking at Ranch to Table about the MWCD.

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ODOT proposes new Cadiz sidewalk

NEW PHILADELPHIA – The Ohio Department of Transportation District 11 and the Village of Cadiz propose to install a new sidewalk along the east side of U.S. Route 250/state Route 9, between the U.S. Route 22 eastbound on/ off ramp and Stanton Avenue, in the Village of Cadiz, Harrison County.

Placing new sidewalk on the east side of the roadway will link the existing sidewalk, south of the project area, to commercial businesses and a portion of existing sidewalk within the project area, while also enhancing safety and visibility of pedestrians and addressing ADA compliance issues and improvements to the storm sewer. With this project, no ecological resources will be impacted. Cultural (historic) resource impacts are not anticipated. Regulated material impacts are unknown at this time. Utility relocations are expected. The project will not involve work within a FEMA-designated floodplain.

New right of way will be required to facilitate construction, which is estimated to begin in the spring of 2025 and last approximately five months. Traffic will be maintained with the part-width construction technique.

ODOT is seeking comments

from the public about the social, environmental, and economic impacts of this proposed action. Environmental impacts include those associated with historical archeological or architectural resources, ecological resources, hazardous materials, and/or any general concerns regarding the project.

Written comments concerning the project may be submitted via the link below or mailed to the Ohio Department of Transporta -

Senior Center to offer ‘CarFit’ program

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — The Harrison County Senior Center, in conjunction with the American Society on Aging, and in collaboration with AARP, AAA, and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), has put together an educational program called “CarFit.”

to minimize blind spots. These program events are designed to provide a quick but comprehensive check of how well a driver and his or her vehicle work together.

tion District 11, 2201 Reiser Ave., New Philadelphia, OH 44663; Attention: Thomas Stratton or emailed to thomas.stratton@dot. ohio.gov. Anyone with questions may call call 330-308-3992. All comments must be submitted by July 6. Comments may also be submitted via the project webpage. Public participation in this project is solicited without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.

Coal miners battle: who will win?

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, the 40th Annual Ohio Valley Mine Rescue (OVMR) Contest took place at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Mine Safety Training Center in Cadiz.

The ODNR Cadiz Post is post number six. Mine rescue teams registered at the time of the contest included Alliance- Mettiki Coal, Alliance - Tunnel Ridge, Alpha Met. Res.Southern West Virginia, Arch Resources - Leer Mine, Arch Resources

- Leer South, Arch Beckley - Beckley Gold, Arch - Mingo Logan Mount

- Laurel, BlackhawkBlackhawk WV Team, Consol - Bailey White, Consol - Bailey Blue, Consol - Harvey Gray, Consol - Harvey Blue, Consol - Enlow Fork, Coronado Coal - Buchanan Black, CoronadoCentral App., Harrison Co. Coal - Harrison Co. #1, Harrison Co. Coal - Harrison Co. #2, Iron Senergy - Cumberland Blue, Marion County Coal - Marion Co., Marshall County Coal - Red Team, Ohio County Coal, and WVU Mine Rescue.

The tri-state rescue contest teams are from the states of Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Tri-State Post Number

6 - President Russ Byers opened the contest on Tuesday and welcomed the teams. “This contest is a tribute to the best the coal industry has to offer,” Byers said. “All of the individuals participating in this contest are truly a very ‘special breed of miners!’ Congratulations to everyone participating and continued good luck through this the 2023 Mine Rescue season!”

Tuesday’s competition opened with a weather cooperation that offered

a slight chill behind a mild and consistent breeze. The breeze provided the fully dressed and equipped rescuers a little relief from the normally hot and muggy conditions related to the competition in the past.

The teams were escorted to the competition area by competition officials.

Four teams at a time were given 45 minutes to negotiate the courses. Rescue teams not yet observed in competition remained in an area called ‘lock up.’ This area is used to ensure that the phases of the competition were not compromised, by being viewed prior to the opportunity of being

challenged.

The rules of the competition were governed by the adopted National Mine Rescue Rules. Some of the content of the rules include (but not limited to) contest participants must remain in ‘lock-up’ at all times unless under a contest official’s escort; cell phone or other electronic devices, such as computers, tablets, computer monitors, etc. are strictly prohibited in the lock up areas on the days of competition (with a penalty of nonplacement in the competition results).

The problems present-

The goals of this community-based program are to help older drivers improve the “fit” of their vehicle for safety, comfort, and to link them with relevant and local resources that can help ensure they drive safely longer.

CarFit’s trained team includes occupational therapy practitioners to assist older drivers with the following items: a clear line of sight over the steering wheel, adequate space between the front air bag/steering wheel and the driver’s breastbone, properly adjusted head restraints, proper positioning on the accelerator and brake pad, proper seat belt use, and safe positioning of mirrors

The entire CarFit process takes about 20 minutes, and participants leave with the above recommended car adjustments and adaptations, a list of resources in their area, and greater peace of mind. To schedule a 20-minute appointment, please call Jill Cunningham at 330204-6524.

Appointment spaces are limited. The sessions will take place on Friday, July 21, at Sally Buffalo Park’s parking lot. Appointments are available from 9 a.m. through 1 p.m.

Sally Buffalo Park is located at 43000 Industrial Park Road, Cadiz. Information of the program can be obtained by contacting Cunningham at 330204-6524. Additional information on the CarFit program specifically can be obtained by at www.car-fit.org.

Cadiz women’s golf: opportunity for all

By Rebecca Bratten Weiss Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — The Cadiz Women’s Golf League offers local women the opportunity to practice the sport and enjoy some games, no matter what their level of ability is.

The league was formed in 2018 when the Cadiz Country Club’s Women’s Golf League, which had hitherto been reserved for club members only, decided to open to the public.

Now, according to the League’s Donna Griffin, an average of 25 women play each week.

“The league meets every Wednesday morning from May to September,” Griffin said. “We play a variety of games, some that test your skill, others that simply rely on luck to win the Play of the Day prize.”

The league has 40-some members from all over the coun-

ty, including from neighboring communities, such as Toronto or Barnesville. Some even come from outside the state, traveling in to play from Moundsville, W.Va., and Pittsburgh, Griffin said. The women in the league have all levels of skill or expertise, from novice to veteran, and range in ages from their late 30s to early 90s.

“Each week, two women serve as hostesses for the day,” said Griffin. “We have a monthly 50/50 drawing. Each week, we also have a Putt Pot which is divided between the golfers with the best putt scores in each flight.”

One highlight of the year for the Cadiz Women’s Golf League is the Guest Day Scramble in July, where league members invite guests and assemble teams. Another is the league championship, which is played the first two weeks in August. At the championship, Griffin said, the league recognizes the overall top golfer, as well as the top golfer in each flight.

Then in September, a Solheim Cup Match is played among league members. And they conclude the year, according to Griffin, with a scramble, a banquet, and awards ceremony.

The league also has brief monthly meetings, and meets once a month for lunch during the off-season.

A map shows the proposed sidewalk location along U.S. 250 and state Route 9. Submitted.

Community

On the opening day of the contest a judge is observing a mine-rescue team as they work through a situation involving the rescue of a trapped miner behind a simulated mine curtain.

Courtroom

Har. Co. sees multiple arraigned on weapons charges

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — Alexander Lafontaine was arraigned on Tuesday, June 13, in Harrison County.

Lafontaine was charged with having a weapon under disability, a felony in the third degree, and illegal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor in the fourth degree. His lawyer entered a plea of not guilty and asked the court to continue Lafontaine’s original bond, which had already been paid, of $20,000. The state, represented by prosecuting attorney Lauren Knight, said they would be satisfied with that and the bond was continued.

Cadiz resident Daniel Hutchinson was arraigned on the charge of having a weapon under disability, a third-degree felony.

COUNTY COURT

Criminal/Traffic

Violations

• 28 speeding violations, five failure to control, one unsecure load, two driving under suspension, one disorderly conduct, one open container, four seatbelt violations, three possession of drugs, three OVI, one dog at-large, two tag/sticker violations, one stop-sign violation, one overloaded vehicle, one hit and run, and one assured clear distance ahead violation.

RECORDER

May 29-June 2, 2023

• Margaret E. Craft to Nanette S. Beabout etal, Franklin Twp.

• Timothy P. McCormack etux to Gregory J. Cilles etux, Washington Twp.

• Helen Marie Emert

A weapons under disability charge in Ohio is defined by the Ohio Revised Code as anyone who acquires, carries, or uses a firearm if they fall into any of these categories: they are a fugitive or convicted felon; they are under indictment for a felony offense that is either violent in nature or involved drug possession or use; they

Dec’d to Fred A. Emert, Cadiz Twp.

• Estate of Jerry L. Powell to David A. Miller etal, German Twp.

• Sarah E. Waldron etal to Skyline Farms Inc, Rumley Twp.

• Germano Community Park Inc. Board to Board of Trustee of German Twp., German Twp.

• Scott F. Corder etal to Abel RLT Holdings LLC, Cadiz Village.

• Doris Jean Crabtree Dec’d to Donna Carpenter, Washington Twp. and Tippecanoe Village.

MARRIAGE APPLICATIONS

• June 8: Jacob

ed as a challenge to the teams are situations that have been or could be experienced by a miner while fulfilling their duties. The situations proposed to the team included things such as obstacles of high water, electric cables, roof/ceiling falls, workers in distress or trapped, dangerous and lethal gases, and other visual obstacles such as smoke. The teams were also required to complete exams, to demonstrate the ability to provide First Aid.

Judging the competition were scoreboard examiners, written examiners, and map examiners. There was an appeals committee, field judge coordinator, lockup officials, registrars and recorders, and timekeepers. All of the aforementioned come from different mining areas and have a coal industry background.

The three days of competition con-

are dependent on drugs or at a high risk of dependency; or they have been committed to a mental institution/a judge has determined they are mentally incompetent or impaired. The penalties for having a weapon under disability can lead to up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Hutchinson was granted

Blanchard, 30, Cadiz, to Hannah Jones, 26, Cadiz.

CADIZ POLICE DEPARTMENT

• May 5 – An officer responded to a report of a toddler walking alone down the street. Upon arrival, the child was with a neighbor who said the child had just shown up and they weren’t sure where he lived. The officer asked the child to show him where he lived and the child obliged, walking the officer back to his house. At the child’s house, his parents were already outside. They stated the child was playing downstairs and when they couldn’t hear him anymore they went to investigate. It was then they realized the child had figured out how to open the door and he’d left the house.

• Mat 6 – A male called for a welfare check on the

cluded with a dinner and award presentations at Undo’s Restaurant in St. Clairsville. “This had been a good three days of competition,” Byers said at the dinner. “We have seen a lot of good skills go into making this 2023 competition a rewarding experience! On behalf of our office, the judges, the venders, and everyone else involved, I want to thank each and every one of you for making these three days a success. I am sure every one of you are comfortable knowing that your exhibited skills that may be used in situations in the future throughout the coal industry. Have a great rest of the evening, and safe travels back to your homes,” he added.

The executive committee of the mine rescue programs are Russ Byers, Ronald Glasgow, Chad Kleeh, Mike Call, Robert N. Talbert, Michael Groff, Colin Simmons, Doug Brown, Michael Stark, and Chuck Edwards.

an own-recognizance bond, which means he was released on his promise to return to court as ordered. Jessica Grimes appeared in court for arraignment. She waived her right to a 24-hour notice of indictment and Judge T. Shawn Hervey read the indictment to make sure she understood, “It alleges aggravated possession of drugs in that on, or about April 30, 2023, in Harrison County, Ohio, Jessica Grimes did knowingly obtain, possess, or use a controlled substance … against the peace and dignity of the state of Ohio, a felony in the fifth degree.” Hervey explained that a felony in the fifth degree could carry the penalty of six to 12 months in prison, a fine of up to $2,500, and a mandatory license suspension of no less than a year. Her second charge was pos-

mother of his children. The couple has split custody and the male suspected the mother was drunk and not caring for the children as she should. The officer made contact with the mother, who did not appear drunk. The two children were safe and this was reported back to the male who was satisfied everything was okay.

• May 6 – A golf cart, driven by a juvenile, overturned while going down a hill. The juvenile was alert and talking, but had visible injuries. He was put in a neck brace and transported to Wheeling Hospital at the request of his mother.

• May 7 – A male called

session of drug paraphernalia, alleged to have happened earlier in the month of April. This is a felony in the fourth degree, which carries the possible penalties of 30 days in jail with a $250 fine.

As with every defendant, Grimes has the right to an attorney, the right to a trial by jury, and the right to remain silent, without her silence being held against her. Grimes will fill out an affidavit of indigency to see if she qualifies for appointed council.

In addressing bond, it was pointed out that Grimes is involved in a second criminal case in which she had previously been given an own-recognizance (OR) bond. Hervey asked Knight if the state would be satisfied with an OR bond in this case as well and Knight responded that it would be.

about a possible burglary happening at his apartment. The responding officer checked the outside of the apartment and saw no signs of forced entry nor any suspects. He spoke with the caller, who said he had heard three men downstairs talking about breaking into the apartment. The officer spoke with a woman in the apartment who stated everything was fine and that the male was having mental-health issues. The male said he was a veteran and had PTSD. A squad was called to evaluate him and he was cleared to stay. The woman said they had been friends for quite a

while and she was okay with him staying there.

• May 9 – Officers were dispatched to a call about an unruly juvenile. The child had allegedly been kicked off the bus and when his mother returned home, he had picked up a brick and tried to throw it at her. When officers arrived, the child had a brick in his hand and when he saw the officers, he dropped it and ran away. Officers caught up to him and had EMS come out to perform an evaluation. The juvenile was uncooperative and DJFS was called. The juvenile was eventually transported for a mental-health evaluation.

Jessica Grimes

NH Photo/Cornelia Grace Daniel Hutchinson

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Commish address heated concerns in Freeport

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

FREEPORT — Two county commissioners, Paul Coffland and Dustin Corder, attended the Freeport Village Council meeting on June 14 to give an update on the current sewer project.

“Construction has started,” Coffland began. “The schedule is through mid-2024 with final completion at the end of that year. We still need user agreements for 41 people.”

Coffland gave Mayor Larry Wells several blank user agreements for him to hand out and also gave him the list of 41 people.

“My name’s not on there,” said Wells. “But I signed my user agreement.”

“If you’ve signed one, let me look into it,” Coffland said.

Coffland said he wanted to make sure that the public understands what the user agreement is for. “If they do not sign the user agreement, then they do not get a tap. We will not go to their prop -

erty. As of now, no one is paying for a tap. But if you have to come back later and tap in, you will pay for that tap. You’ll also have to pay for any damages to roadways and sidewalks,” he explained.

“I don’t know if anyone has seen some of these holes when they’re open, but some are 15-feet deep or more. This isn’t something you can rent a mini-hoe and put a line in over the weekend. We urge people to sign the user agreement, that way we can have it, get the tap put in for you, and it’s gonna save you probably $3,000-$5,000 down the road,” Coffland noted.

A resident in attendance asked for a more in depth explanation of what is meant by “tap-in.”

“It’s just like if you were to build a new house and wanted to tap into the water line, that’s the kind of tap we’re talking about.” Coffland said. “You don’t get hooked in, they’ll cut that lateral off of the main and put it onto your property. And it’ll vary depending on your property and how the line is. You will be responsible

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to decommission your septic and bring your home to that tap and hook in.”

Coffland then addressed some safety concerns with the construction equipment, “We’ve had some people walking up close to the equipment when it’s running, walking up close to the trenches. It’s dangerous,” he reported.

He urged the public to keep their distance from heavy machinery and from the workers.

He also talked about the issue of roads being a mess and said that it was an unfortunate side effect of the project. “They’ll do what they can to get things back [to normal] as soon as possible,” Coffland said.

This project has been many years in the making and several residents have expressed dissatisfaction with how the project is going so far. They are asking that more information be made available in the form of a town meeting. After brief discussion, it was decided there would be a town meeting at 7 p.m. on July 19 at the park pavilion.

Silver Spade nods to Scio EMS concerns

By Kristi Tullis Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

SCIO — Mark Marchetti and Trustee Kyle Carter of the Silver Spade Ambulance and Emergency Medical Services attended the village council meeting in Scio to provide clarification and address concerns regarding the availability of emergency medical services (EMS).

Starting from July 1, Harrison Community Hospital will no longer offer EMS services throughout Harrison County, raising questions about the cost and availability of such services in the area.

Marchetti outlined the plan for 2024, stating that Silver Spade intends to have their staff stationed in Jewett from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and in Scio from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m. On weekends and holidays, Silver Spade would be based in

Scio to ensure continuous coverage.

Marchetti expressed hope that staffing would not be an issue since they currently have 45 employees and a waiting list. He acknowledged that it is increasingly challenging to find volunteer services due to work demands and hours. Marchetti emphasized that passing a 2.25mill tax levy on the voters’ ballots would enable full coverage for all of Harrison County.

Lately, there has been confusion about whether the voting needs to take place at the village or township level. Marchetti clarified that once North Township submits the proposal to the Board of Elections, the village of Scio would be incorporated. However, he noted that as of now, the submission has not taken place. Given the deadline on Aug. 9, the village council must coordinate with the town-

ship to determine if a mill increase for residents voting would be necessary. The proposed tax levy aims to cover various expenses, including salaries, equipment, gas, insurance, and more. Property owners would experience a tax increase equivalent to 35% of the total property value per year. Marchetti provid -

ed an example, stating that a property valued at $100,000 would incur an annual increase of $81. In an ideal scenario, the tax levy would generate $563,385 per year, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The council concluded the meeting by planning an executive session to discuss future steps following the day’s

By Cornelia Grace Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ — The Harrison County Community Improvement Corporation met on June 13 for a regular meeting. After minutes from last meeting were approved, President Dale Arbaugh took members through the financial statements, which were all as expected and passed approval.

This was the first meeting after the Harrison County Commissioners signed a cooperative agreement with the CIC. Two commissioners, Dustin Corder and Amy Norris, attended the meeting.

“That was a major step last month after years of getting through the process,” Arbaugh said.

Arbaugh brought up that the bylaws for the CIC need to be worked through to update information and to add clarity. “I know one thing we talked about was the quorum issue,” Arbuagh said, referring to the bylaws not stating a particular number of members needing to be present to make up a quorum. Although this hasn’t been an issue in the recent past, since members have been courteous and willing to wait on

During the meeting, the council also passed motions to renew the proposed budget for 2024, current expenses, and park-related expenditures. Motions related to the annexation lawsuit were filed recently by the village solicitor, indicating progress in addressing this matter.

The project for state Route 646 is scheduled to commence soon. However, due to recent weather

decisions until a large enough number of people could attend; as the organization grows, it will be important to maintain a higher level of order.

Executive Director Nick Homrighausen gave his report, sharing that he has been talking to ODOT about Transportation Review Advisory Council funding for an expansion project on U.S. Route 22. The idea is to expand the road from two lanes to four in between Cadiz and Hopedale. “We worked with OMEGA on this application as well,” he said. “Later in the summer we might be invited to the track committee for ODOT to hopefully get awarded that.”

He also shared that there are ongoing building issues throughout the state and Harrison County is not immune to the need for warehouse and industrial buildings. He is hopeful that there will soon be opportunity for these buildings to be brought in to the area. The meeting was rounded out with introductions of MPLX Operations Gathering Director Emery Tyson joining the CIC along with Corder and Norris gaining official membership as county commissioners. There will be no meeting in July.

conditions and setbacks, the completion date is now expected to be no later than September. The preliminary plans for Hilltop Drive have been finalized, and an engineer will be meeting with stakeholders to discuss the project’s details and tentative timelines. Durapatching has already begun and will continue as needed to address road maintenance requirements.

The village council would like to remind residents of the upcoming mosquito spraying dates. The spraying sessions are scheduled for June 28 at 8 p.m., followed by sessions on July 26, Aug. 9, and Sept. 20, with progressive times. These dates are subject to change based on weather conditions.

Additionally, the council aims to address numerous properties with noxious weeds and overgrowth, emphasizing the need for proper maintenance and upkeep.

Mark Marchetti and Trustee Kyle Carter of the Silver Spade Ambulance and Emergency Medical Service were present at the village of Scio Council meeting on June 14 to discuss upcoming levies for coverage of Harrison County EMS services.

NH Photo/Kristi Tullis proceedings.

Alicia Jo Clark Dowdle, 82, of Cadiz passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville after a brief illness with her family by her side. She was born January 15, 1941 in Dennison, Ohio a daughter of the late James E. and Irma Barrett Clark.

Alicia was a member of the Minksville Church of Christ, Ourant Schoolhouse Memorial Association and served many years on the Republican Central Committee. She worked at Ohio Industrial Supply and later became a full time homemaker.

Alicia loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren, The Ohio State Buckeyes and her ice cream from Ice Cream Island where you could find her almost daily. She was a past member of the Brushy Fork Homemakers. She was very active and widely known throughout the community.

In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her husband, Willis R. Dowdle in 2013.

Surviving are her 2 sons: Matthew (Robin) Dowdle and James (Lou Ann) Dowdle all of Cadiz; 4 grandchildren: Austin (Caitlyn) Dowdle, Alexia Dowdle, Lindsay Dowdle and Abby Dowdle; a soon to be great grandchild; a brother, Eugene Barrett Clark of Lavont, Maine; a sister, John (Brenda)

Veley of Gnadenhutten, Ohio; a number of nieces and nephews; and her very close friend, Bob Main.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Clark-KirklandBarr Funeral Home, Cadiz where funeral service will be held on Friday at 11:00 a.m. with Evang. Robert Main officiating. Burial will follow at Patterson Union Cemetery, Deersville, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorial contributions to the Minksville Church of Christ, c/o John Jones, 35305 Jones Road, Freeport, Ohio 43977 or the Ourant Memorial Association, c/o Nellie Erow, 425 East Warren Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907 or the Harrison County Agricultural Society, P.O. Box 274, Cadiz, Ohio 43907. The memorial guestbook may be singed at www. clark-kirkland-barr.com.

Why mess with the original?

By Pastor Ken Staley

Almost 40 years ago, a major disaster occurred in America. It wasn’t a tornado or a stock market crash, it was a marketing disaster; Coca-Cola changed their recipe and introduced “New Coke.”

It was one of the biggest blunders in the history of American marketing. Coke had been losing market share to Pepsi and 7-Up and decided it must be its recipe. There was so much outrage among Coke drinkers, so many letters written, and so many phone calls that it only took Coke three months to go back to the old formula and rename the product “Classic Coke.” The lesson learned was this; don’t mess with a beloved original.

Have you wondered why denominational churches in America are experiencing a decline in attendance and respect? They messed with the original recipe of God’s Truth and introduced “New Truth” which is no truth at all.

Psalm 119:160 says, “All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal.” (NIV)

What part of the word

eternal do we not understand? Eternal does not mean temporal, it doesn’t mean “until pop culture changes its mind and says truth is now this ___.” The Psalmist says God’s Word is flawless and stands firm in the heavens. Scripture is not “fluid,” it doesn’t change with the times.

What offended God 6,000 years ago still offends Him today. Jesus said in Mark 8:38, “If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.” Notice that Jesus didn’t simply say, “Ashamed of me” but added “And my words.” Jesus and His words are inseparable. We can’t say, “I like Jesus, he was a good moral teacher, but I

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Bids were then opened for the demolition of the Busby Wildcat Center in Jewett. Five companies bid on the contract. Dig It Man Excavating, LLC of Dillonvale, bid $150,000. Kovarik Excavating & Hauling, LLC bid $215,000. Raze International, Inc. bid $259,000. Dore & Associates, Inc. bid $265,300. B&B Wrecking & Excavating, Inc. bid $788,900.

Bids for all projects were tabled for review by the commissioners, engineer, and any other applicable parties.

The commissioners then heard from EMA Director Eric Wilson,

think the Bible is nonsense”

When we accept part of scripture but say other portions do not apply today, we are messing with the original recipe. Not a good idea. John’s gospel addresses this by saying in no uncertain terms about Jesus being the Word and the Word being Jesus: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. … The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” (NIV) The Word became human, the two are inseparable.

So, when modern-day believers take a stand for the truth and the timelessness of God’s Word, we should recall the prayer of Jesus in John 17, “I have given them your Word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. Sanctify them by the truth; your Word is truth.” Jesus had a high opinion of God’s Word. The original recipe is still the best. Pleasant Grove Methodist at 9:30 a.m. and Harrisville Methodist at 11 a.m.

who shared a report on a recent exercise performed at the courthouse.

“Last Friday, we had a active aggressor exercise. We did that in conjunction with the the Courthouse Security Committee. It was well-attended,” he said.

He shared that a representative from most of the courthouse offices was able to come to the event.

“This accomplished a couple objectives … and it brought up some interesting points of discussion. … This was a scenario was an aggressor in the courtroom so there were courtroom staff issues that were discussed, pretrial security, witnesses and defendants, things like that. We

Nancy Anne Beckert, 88, of Cadiz, passed away, Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 14, 1934 in Wheeling, WV a daughter of the late George M. and Nan MacGillivray Finnical.

Nancy, along with her husband Richard Beckert were the retired owners and operators of the former Finnical’s Pharmacy in Cadiz, Ohio. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Cadiz, 50 year member of the DAR, Past Matron of the Unionport Order of the Eastern Star, graduate of Ohio Northern University, the Ohio State Pharmical Association, Cadiz Country Club and the Ladies Golf Association, Alpha Z Delta Sorority, Ohio Genealogical Society, 1st Families of Harrison County, Life Member of the Harrison

County Historical Society, played the saxophone in both the Cadiz High School and Ohio Northern University Bands and was a member of the McCook Area United States Bowling Congress in the Women’s Association for over 25 years.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Francis Richard Beckert of Cadiz; son, Richard Dennis Beckert of Lake

Stevens, WA; daughter, Deborah Anne McDonough of Celina, OH; 4 grandchildren: Richard Nathaniel Beckert, Lauren Nicole (Luke) McDonough Bowsher, Ryan David McDonough and Benjamin Robert McDonough.

Calling hours were held on Monday, June 19, 2023 from 2-4 and 7-9 at Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, 172 South Main Street, Cadiz. Funeral service was on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with Chaplain Leo Gonot officiating. Burial at Cadiz Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorial contributions to Amedisys Hospice, 52171 National Road East, Suite 1, St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

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

Balancing work and rest

Dear Ann, I love my job, I work with amazing people, but work completely consumes me. In order to do a good job, I have to be on call, and I find it hard to shut my brain off when I’m not at the office. I’m exhausted, but not going to quit. How do I balance it better?

Sincerely, Overworked

Dear Overworked,

When you love your job and the people you work with, it is easy to become overworked without realizing it is happening. You just enjoy work, and then all of a sudden, you realize you have no life except work. By this point, habits and routines are already formed on top of your increasing responsibility, which can

make it quite difficult to back down from. If your mind is completely consumed by the demands of your job at home, you need to change something.

Since you are on call, too, it makes it that much harder. I would strongly suggest you have a heart-to-heart with your boss to let them know that you absolutely love all you do and with whom you work, but that you can’t manage the increasing workload. Ask for help.

Most importantly, find time for prayer. Give your

problems to the Lord — He will help you regain your thoughts and put things into perspective. Set timers throughout the day to remind you to pray. Consider setting aside one full day of rest with your family, like the Bible says.

You have to get some downtime. Your mind needs to relax. I hope this helps, I know it’s easier said than done, but I also know it works!

Much love, Ann

Community Sobriety checkpoints planned in Har. Co.

Cadiz — Harrison County Sheriff Joe Myers announced the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, along with

also talked about high-profile trial preparation and things of that nature,” Wilson said. He said that it was very beneficial for everyone to discuss these things. He pointed out that if there were a high-profile trial in Harrison, business still needs to be conducted in other parts of the building. “What we wanted to look at was if we had an incident in one part of the courthouse, how would it impact the rest of the courthouse,” he said.

The primary issue was physical response, but they also discussed communication between offices. He said that there would be an official report about the entire exercise soon.

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Pirates complete unbeaten season 17-0

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

FREEPORT — During their regular season, the Freeport Pirates of the coach pitch baseball league had a highly successful campaign.

The team would play to a regular season record of 10 and 0. They also opened the season by winning the Cadiz Baseball Association’s preseason tournament, and from there, they never looked back. They would carry that tournament undefeated status into the season and leave the season’s tournament making their overall record 17-0 for the year.

“These kids played hard for what they earned,” said team statistical manager and scribe Molly Stine. “They created a lot of memories along the way, and this season will never be forgotten. Winning was not always easy or predictable. There was a lot of good teams in the league.”

“In one recent game, the score was tied after we had completed six innings. That game created a

lot of anticipation and sweat, but the kids were able to pull it off in the end. Another good thing about these kids is that they never showed off or taunted anyone. They came to play ball, and that was exactly what they did,” she added.

The coaches of the Pirates are

Golf league enjoys step-aside scramble

On Wednesday, June 7, the Cadiz Women’s Golf League was hosted by Carole Patton and Judy Crawshaw.

The Play of the Day was a Step-Aside Scramble, and the winners were the team of Laura Daily, Joanne Hardman and Michele Able.

Wednesday, June 14, was Throw Out Putts.

The hostesses were Bonnie Beetham and Tracy Amos.

Kevin Hall, Brent Bear, Head Coach Aam Bear, Amanda Orr, and Kurtis Orr. The Pirate players are Jackson Bear, PaxstenCuttingham,Easton Stine,Dominic Orr,

The Blind Draw winners were the team of Tamara Dulaney and Ann Milleson. Glenda Sensel had a chip-in eagle on hole #1 and was also the winner of the May 50/50 drawing.

Next week’s Play of the Day will be Foursomes with pairs hitting alternate shots.

The Play of the Day for the Cadiz Women’s Golf League on

The winners were as follows: A flightTracy Amos; B flightJoanne Hardman; and C flight - Patty Stewart. The putt winners were A flight - Kathy Newburn; B flightDonna Griffin and C flight - Denise Augustine. Tracy Amos and Sandy Terek had birdies while Denise Augustine, Sandy Terek, Marilyn Kenny and Donna Griffin had chip-ins.

Next week’s Play of the Day will be Low Net Team Threesome, and the hostesses will be Kim Ochsenbine and Roberta Cireddu.

Harrison’s Nemeth captains 2023 All-TL Baseball Team

By Ed Banks Harrison New-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — Harrison

Central’s Treston Nemeth has been selected to Captain the 2023 All - Times Leader Baseball Team.

He will be joined on this exceptional squad by three of his teammates.

The trio of Jace Madzia, Kaden Jurosko, and Tucker Snyder will join Nemeth, while sporting high accolades following the remarkable and prosperous season that the Harrison Central

baseball team turned in through June.

Nemeth arrived at Harrison Central hoping that the exposure would get him noticed by a team in the collegiate D-I level. The odds that he would earn a scholarship to Cincinnati rested in his abilities on the field. His play behind the plate originally caught the eye of the scouts, but he had more in his repertoire than most would even imagine. That would manifest when he climbed up the hill

and helped lead Harrison to the D-III Championship. He would win with a pitching threepeat through the District, Regional and Regional semi-finals.

Now truly known as a double threat, on offense he would hit an outstanding .350. His plate appearances would be worth 42 RBIs, three four-baggers, 14 two-baggers, and two three-baggers. In the season’s semi-game for the Huskies, he was credited for sending all of the Husky runs to the plate, with a .857 bat. His personal accolades include the D-III Player of the Year, the OVAC’s ClassIV Player of the Year (in all three years at Harrison), and All-Ohio First Team (all three years at Harrison).

“Treston did Treston things this year,” said Harrison Central Head Baseball Coach Mike Valesko. “He broke the school record for RBIs

and pitched 50 innings for us. I don’t know what else to say about him. He is a great player and a better young man!”

Madzia would show what he was made of in every contest. If he wasn’t pitching, he was at third base showing that he had the stuff versatile ball players are made of. At the plate, his bat led him to a .312 average for the season. Those hits accounted for 30 RBIs and 23 times he accounted for Husky runs. He also found the fence with a four-bag credit. He had both a triple and a double off 24 hits. His accolades include All-Eastern District and All-OVAC.

“Jace had a difficult job in protecting the middle of the lineup and driving in runs,” Valesko said. “He got hot on offense when we needed him the most. He switched positions in the middle of the season to help our team and was an anchor for us defensively

down the stretch.”

Jurosko held down the alley at shortstop like he was a part of border control. On offense, he took center stage while proving he was a good choice as the lead-off hitter. He had a .300 batting average for the season. That average accounted for 39 of the Huskies runs and 19 RBIs. His awareness at the plate as lead-off gave the team 26 walks. He would close out the season with six doubles. One additional baseball trait he carried with him to Harrison Central was his arm. He became one of the man hurlers for the Huskies and also was called to the mound to pick up a save. He played in the final with an injury that he sustained early in the season.

“Kaden helped jump start our offense with how frequently he got on base,” Valesko said. “He tied our single-season record for stolen bases and anchored our defense

and threw a total of 26 innings for us.”

Snyder became a .371 batter while in the number-four spot in the Husky lineup. He would send home 30 runs for Harrison and cross the plate 27 times himself. He would record four doubles and a pair of three-baggers. Though both his offense and defense were a credit to the Husky lineup, he collected a lot of respect when he was called to the mound during the Regional Championship. His first-frame appearance during the game removed the tough position the Huskies were in against Wheelersburg. His effectiveness on the hill earned him the win for Harrison.

“Tucker had the huge task of protecting Nemeth in our lineup,” said Valesko. “He played all over the field and was outstanding defensively. He would commit only three errors all season.”

Greyson Patterson, Zandyn Patterson, Knox Bear, Olivia Hall, Bryce Bear, Brazedyn Cuttingham, and Deakon Orr.

The Freeport Pirates coach pitch won the tournaments at Cadiz last week. Members are (front, from left) Knox Bear, Olivia Hall, Bryce Bear, Brazedyn Cunningham, and Deakon Orr; (middle row) Jackson Bear, Paxten Cunningham, Easton Stine, Dominic Orr, Grayson Patterson, and Xandyn Patterson; and (back) Coaches Kevin Hall, Brent Bear, Adam Bear, Amanda Orr, and Kurtis Orr.

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Community Economy

HCBA educates HarCo on bees

By Ed Banks Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ — The Harrison County Beekeepers Association (HCBA) is an organization that specializes in beekeeping for both the experienced beekeeper and those who are just beginning to learn about bees.

The organization is well structured and led by local officers and trustees. The HCBA education chairperson continues to invite outside speakers to update and keep the organization well informed on the latest news in habits, life trends, and other evolving news from the lifecycle inside the hives.

HCBA meets once a month and on the second Saturday of the month at 6 p.m., with attendance beginning March through November. The organization currently meets at the Cadiz Presbyterian Church located at 154 W. Market St. Each meeting opens with a covered-dish meal, followed by a short business meeting.

Following the business discussions each month, the aforementioned guest speaker presents various topics, which includes updates

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This committee further developed the byway, adding a loop that passes through Scio, goes on to New Rumley, circles through Jewett, and continues on state Route 151.

There are 27 Ohio byways, Horstman noted to the News-Herald, and the Tappan-Moravian Trail has the most historic signs.

The byway offers a window into different eras in local history, including the heyday of Scio Pottery and the Scio Oil Boom. Prior to the development of the railroad, the trail served as a major stagecoach route. It connected with earlier history, too, going back to before the arrival of white Europeans, as part of the trail was originally a path used by Native travelers from the Delaware and Wyandot tribes. Later, in the late 1700s, Moravian missionaries used sections of the trail as they established

Nine miles of steel structures

AKRON — American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has upgraded nine miles of a high-voltage power line in Carroll and Harrison counties in Ohio to strengthen the regional transmission system.

The second phase of a larger 64-mile transmission-line project, the rebuilt segment will enhance service reliability for Ohio Edison customers, improve system resiliency and accommodate increasing customer demand for electricity in the future.

and installing larger wires that can carry more electrical load. The larger wires can accommodate greater customer demand and the future connection of generation sources to the grid.

from the world of beekeeping. The organization recently held a symposium in Cadiz with speakers coming from and around the surrounding area.

“We had a nice turnout at our symposium in May,” said organization President Steve Whitting.

“We had three speakers with all coming from a beekeeping organization such as ours. Those speakers came from The Ohio State, Cornell University, and a beekeeping president from Pennsylvania.The field of beekeeping is very interesting and awarding. We encourage those who have a curiosity or just interested in bees, to please contact one of our officers or trustees.”

The officers for the HCBA are President

settlements in the area, including Schoenbrunn and Gnadenhutten.

During the Revolutionary War, the British accused both the Moravians and the Native tribes of spying for the patriots, and removed many of them from the area. In 1782, a group of primarily Lenape and Mohican Natives who had converted to the Moravian faith returned to Gnadenhutten in search of food, and were attacked and massacred by a group of militiamen under the command of David Williamson, who falsely accused them of being spies and raiders. Williamson’s men used the trail when setting out for Gnadenhutten. Later, after Williamson had joined Colonel William Crawford in his attacks on Native villages along the Sandusky River, he retreated in defeat using this same path.

A marker along the byway tells the story of the massacre, as well

Steve Whiting, Vice President Larry Carothers, Secretary Judy Whiting, and Treasurer Bob Henderson. The association’s trustees are Darrell Martin, Cheri Ramsburg, and Jeff McDonald. The education chairperson is Elaine McDonald.

“If you happen to be one of those who are considering to be involved in beekeeping, we offer a spring beginner’s beekeeping class,” said Association Secretary Judy Whiting. “In addition, the organization is also considering having a fall class this year. Please address your interest in learning more about HCBA by contacting a member or by sending your contact information to harrisoncountybee@gmail.com.

as Williamson’s retreat. Other markers along the byway designate Moravian House, Laceyville, Tappan, and the Seven Ranges.

Traveling the Tappan-Moravian Trail and reading its markers can offer insights into the complexity of Ohio history. The trail also intersects with the Buckeye Trail and the Conotton Creek Bike Trail, which is also known for its scenic views.

Another point of interest along the byway is Deersville, where Main Street was recently designated a historic district and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Dee Ann Horstman recommends that travelers along the byway stop for a visit to this village.

“Spend some time in the General Store savoring its famous homemade ice cream,” she said. “Or you can see a live performance at Deersville’s Community Hall.”

The enhanced 138-kilovolt power line spans the Perry Township area of Carroll County and the Rumley Township and Archer Township areas of Harrison County. The approximately $50 million project involved replacing 57 wood-pole structures with new steel structures

“With these infrastructure upgrades, our transmission lines can better withstand the effects of severe weather, reducing the number of service interruptions experienced by customers in eastern Ohio,” said Carl Bridenbaugh, FirstEnergy’s vice president of Transmission. “The work will also help advance development in the region to meet the growing demand for safe and reliable power for many years to come.”

The segment was completed in late May and is the second in a series of projects that will rebuild 64 miles

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Speak up for the wildlife

As of May 30, oil and gas companies can “nominate” land parcels within citizen-owned state parks and forests to obtain fracking leases.

Parcel leases need approval from the four-member Oil and Gas Land Management Commission, a group, which lacks any scientific expertise.

Currently, 10 parcels have been “nominated” to be fracked. They include almost the entirety (302 acres) of Valley Run Wildlife Area in Carroll County, a 66-acre parcel in Zepernick Wildlife Area in Columbiana County, 281parcels, which total over 9,000 acres in Salt Fork State Park, and the entirety of Wolf Run State Park (approximately 2,000 acres) in Noble County.

Thousands of peer-reviewed studies show that fracking activities cause water and air pollution, release climate-changing methane gases, increase dangerous traffic accidents, require millions of gallons of freshwater, create millions of gallons of toxic produced water, and contribute to a plethora of human illness, including endocrine disruption and cancer.

Ignoring the scientific studies, Ohio politicians would rather generate money for the state by relinquishing our precious wildlife, forests and streams to an industry that is the main contributor to climate

change.

Fracking requires land for well pads, access roads, storage areas for water, chemicals, sand, wastewater, compressor stations and collector pipelines. Forest fragmentation results in an increase in predation and invasive species, as well as a loss of species, especially neotropical migrant birds, which prefer a continuous forest canopy.

Noise from fracking interferes with communication of species like bats and birds. Light pollution from flaring affects migratory birds and nocturnal animals. Open wastewater ponds become death traps for water birds, turtles, frogs, muskrats, and other animals. Brine spills from frack pads enter the environment and can kill birds, plants and soil microbes.

In addition, studies show that stream water quality, sediment, and dissolved oxygen is affected when water is withdrawn in significant quantities. The closer well pads, roads and pipelines are built to streams, the higher the risk of water-quality degradation, both in the stream itself and

downstream.

Ohio’s public lands have played a major role in the lives of many of Ohio’s citizens and out-of-state visitors. The state parks and forests are our playgrounds, our places of solace, our outdoor learning labs, and they belong to us. We must speak up for the wildlife and the forests; they cannot defend themselves against the heinous industrial development that will soon be invading our public lands and their homes.

Comments to the commission on the nominated parcels can be submitted until July 20. Information is on the webpage, saveohioparks.org. Write your comments about why you think a parcel (include parcel number) should not be fracked and send the email to Commission.Clerk@oglmc. ohio.gov.

The wildlife at Salt Fork State Park, Zepernick Wildlife Area, Valley Run Wildlife Area, and Wolf Run are counting on you to comment by July 20.

You can also show support for Salt Fork by attending a rally there at Pavilion 1 July 1.

• Facebook - www.facebook.com/saveohioparks

• Twitter - twitter.com/ SaveOhioParks

• Instagram - www.instagram.com/save_ohio_parks/ Dr. Randi Pokladnik Tappan Lake

Sally Buffalo Park — Cadiz

All locations: Library Day at the Fair- June 24 @ 11am--Get a ticket at one of our library locations the week before

Puskarich Library @ Cadiz

740-942-2623

Crochet Club- Saturdays at 12pm

Paint Kindness Rocks- June 26 2pm

True Crime Time- June 27 @ 6pm

Storytime at Sally Buffalo Park

June 28 2pm

Glowing Together- July 5 (18 months to 6 yrs)-11am; (7-12 years)-2pm

Mommy & Me Paint & Snack

July 8 11am, call to sign up

Scio Branch:

740-945-6811

Quilt with Sue- Mondays 10-3

Pickleball- Mondays 5-7, Wednesdays 9-12

Crochet with Deb- Thursdays 1-3pm

Read with Therapy Dogs

June 27--Call to sign up

Donate to the Harrison County dog pound at Scio Branch Library- June 26-30

Craft Day- July 3 11am-6pm

Pinch Pots- July 6 1pm--$15, call to sign up

Clark Memorial:

740-658-3855

Fitness Fun- Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays @ 5:30 pm

Crochet Club- Thursdays 4pm

Read with Miss Mary- June 23 11am-6pm

Draw Together: Sidewalk Chalk

June 23 11am-6pm

Treasure Hunt- June 29 1pm

Read with a Buddy- June 30, call to sign up

Mail a Hug- July 6 1pm

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The May meeting speakers were Frederick Dunn, left, Peggy Garnes, and Stephan Repasky.

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CV students receive $42,000 in awards

Conotton Valley Union Local Schools is pleased to announce the following scholarship recipients for the 2022-2023 school year.

Damon Reardon, the son of Adam and Ashley Reardon of Bowerston, received the Edwin A. Preston Scholarship for $1,500 and the Braylen Novak Memorial Scholarship for $1,000.

Gwenyth Rummell, the daughter of Ryan and Darcy Rummell of Bowerston and Sarah Rummell of New Philadelphia, was awarded the Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $1,000, Jay C. & B. Nadine Leggett Scholarship for $1,250, and Raymond Eugene “Gene” Willoughby Memorial Scholarship for $1,000.

Chloe Stuber, the daughter of Mike and Rachael Stuber of Bowerston, received the Conotton Valley Employees Scholarship for $500, and Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $1,000.

of transmission line over the next few years between a substation in Columbiana County and a substation in Belmont County. The upgrade of the first 13-mile segment, located in the West Township area of Columbiana County and the Augusta Township and Washington Township areas of Carroll County, was completed in January.

The project is part of Energizing the Future, a multi-year initiative designed to upgrade FirstEnergy’s trans -

Daphne Stuber, the daughter of Mike and Rachael Stuber of Bowerston, was awarded the Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $1,000, Edwin A. Preston Scholarship for $1,500, and Raymond Eugene “Gene” Willoughby Memorial Scholarship for $1,000.

Ella Bower, a 2022 graduate, was awarded the Edwin A. Preston Scholarship for $1,500, and Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $500. She is the daughter of Chris and Kathy Bower of Bowerston.

Audra Syx, a 2022 graduate and daughter of Michael and Tanaya Syx, received the Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $500.

Emily Siedel, a 2021 graduate, was awarded Edwin A. Preston Scholarship for $1,500, Jay C. & B. Nadine Leggett Scholarship for $1,250, and Conotton Valley Alumni Scholarship for $500. She is the

mission system with advanced equipment and technologies that will reinforce the power grid and help reduce the frequency and duration of customer outages.

Since 2014, FirstEnergy has upgraded or replaced existing power lines, incorporated smart technology into the grid and upgraded dozens of substations with new equipment and enhanced security features. Through 2022, FirstEnergy has invested more than $10 billion in the Energizing the Future initiative.

daughter of Adam and Jean Siedel of Sherrodsville.

Garret George, a 2019 graduate, was awarded the Jay C. & B. Nadine Leggett Memorial Scholarship for $1,250. He is the son of Guy and Mary George of Bowerston.

Daniel Robinson, a 2016 graduate, received the Edwin A. Preston Scholarship for $1,500, the Conotton Valley Alumni Association Scholarship for $500, and Jay C. & B. Nadine Leggett Memorial Scholarship for $1,250. He is the son of Randy and Rhonda Robinson of Bowerston.

The Green Valley Ruritan’s Top Ten Seniors are Evan Siedel, Keira Turek, Gwenyth Rummell, Nolan Caldwell, Chloe Stuber, Gaige Galigher, Daphne Stuber, Danika Rudder, David Haney, and Jordyn Braun. Each student was awarded $100.

There has been over $42,000 in local scholarship awards so far.

Harrison students earn distinction

Several Harrison County students have been named to the Dean’s List at Belmont College for the spring semester of 2023.

In order to be eligible for the Dean’s List at Belmont College, students must complete 12 credit hours of coursework in term, achieve a term GPA of 3.75 or greater, and maintain a

cumulative GPA of 2.00 or greater. Students with their hometowns listed are as follows: Adena - Nicole Beafore; BowerstonMatthew Caldwell; Cadiz - Morgan Richardson; Flushing - Luke Merritt, Ashley Scammell, Sierra Scott, and Travis Sells; and Hopedale - Katarina Carman and Isabel Yeager.

Buxton Farm scene lost underwater

By Susan Adams

Information is from the Harrison News Herald article 09-11-2006.

ATSI provides trans - mission services in Ohio and in the western portion of Pennsylvania and owns or maintains more than 8,100 miles of transmission lines, substations and other facilities.

FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation’s largest investor-owned electric

systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company’s transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp. com and on Twitter @ FirstEnergyCorp.

“The beauty of Tappan Lake holds some bittersweet memories for several area residents who remember the community that had to make way for the water. The lake’s creation flooded the village of Tappan and 2,350 acres of farmland beneath 30 feet of water. A total of 125 property owners raised objections to the decision. The objections were dismissed, and the plan went forward. The Buxton’s were able to retain a portion of their land adjacent to the lake and their house and another building was moved up on the hillside.”

In the article Morris Buxton states, “I never saw my father and mother cry

before, but this time they did.”

In 2005, “the water level had been sufficiently reduced to allow him (Morris) to walk down the incline and stand on his old front stoop.” Morris stated “I could look down into the basement. I had a good time growing up and living down there. It was kind of like opening a door that had been shut.”

This picture and story will be included in the presentation Aug. 13 on the “Dam Days” the building to Tappan Lake at the Deersville Community Theatre at 2 p.m.

These three buildings of the Buxton Farm were moved from where the lake is now to their present location. This picture is courtesy of the Harrison County Historical Society.

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ONGOING EVENTS

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

• AL-NON MEETINGS

Thursdays, 7 p.m. First Church of Christ, 139 N. Main St., Cadiz.

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

• FRANKLIN MUSEUM members meet the second Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m. at the museum.

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

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

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

• THE HARRISON County Agricultural Society meets the first Monday of each month at the Har-

rison County Fairgrounds in Cadiz at 7 p.m. If the first Monday is a holiday, then they will meet on the second Monday unless otherwise stated.

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

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

• CADIZ AMERICAN LEGION S.A.L. Burger Night, every Friday from 5-8 p.m. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, Legion burgers and fries, fish tail/chicken tender meal, 21-piece shrimp meal, fish tail sandwich, chicken tenders and coleslaw. Dine-in or take-out. 740942-3764. Thank you for your support.

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

• GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS meetings are at the Cadiz Presbyterian Church every Tuesday at 8 p.m.

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

• SCIO AMERICAN Legion will hold its monthly meetings the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m.

• HOPEDALE LEGION Wing Wednesdays starting at 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Eat-in or carry-out. Open to the public. 740-9379995.

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

• THE HARRISON County CIC meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. at alternating locations

- either the Puskarich Public Library large meeting room or the Harrison County Government Center conference room. Location is dependent on meeting room availability. For specifics, please call the office at 740-9422027.

• HARRISON COUNTY Wellness Coalition, a group of diverse people collaborating to help reduce the abuse of legal and illegal drugs in Harrison County. Third Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m., via Zoom. Info: 740-9428823.

• PUSKARICH PUBLIC Library Board of Trustees meets the second Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at the main library, 200 E. Market St., Cadiz.

• CAREGIVER SUPPORT Groups are held virtually through Area Agency on Aging Region 9. They are held on the first Tuesday of every month from 1-2:30 p.m., and also the second Wednesday every month 5:30-7 p.m. If interested, call 1-800945-4250 and request the caregiver program.

• BOWERSTON SCHOOL District Public Library will hold its regular monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Penn Room at the Library.

• THE HUMANE Society of Harrison County meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. at the shelter, located at 84033 Mizer Road, Cadiz. New members are always welcome.

• ECOFA is an organization of persons interested in improving their woodlands and in forestry-related topics. The public is invited to attend the free meetings which are held monthly on the first Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Dover Public Library, 525 N. Walnut St, Dover.

• CADIZ EAGLES has steak fries every third Saturday of the month, 5-8 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. 740-942-3026. Cost is $17.

• JEWETT FOOD Pantry third Monday of the month. 10 a.m.–noon, 6-7 p.m. Jewett U.M. Church, 202 W. Main St., 740-9465591.

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• THE LORD’S Sharing Pantry at 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 toilet paper, boxed cereal, peanut butter, protein bars, shampoo, body wash and much more.

• CADIZ AMERICAN Legion Fish Fry, first Saturday every month. 4-8 p.m. Cod chunks, fries, slaw, bread for $12. Dinein 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, first Tuesday of every month. 5-8 p.m.

• PUSKARICH

LIBRARY: Crochet Club - Saturdays at 12 p.m. Scio Branch: Crochet with Deb - Thursdays at 1 p.m. Pickleball at Barr Memorial Center - Mondays 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, Thurs -

days at 5:30 p.m.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• JEWETT-SCIO

Vikings Class of 1973 50th Class Reunion is Aug. 10-13. Details are on Facebook at “Jewett-Scio Class of 1973” and from Alice George, and page administrator for “50th Reunion” Doris Leggett.

• THE CONOTTON Valley Alumni Association is accepting nominations for its Distinguished Alumni Award to be presented on Sept. 9, at its annual alumni dinner. You may find the nomination form on the school website: cvul.org under quicklinks on the Alumni Assn. page. Nomination forms must be turned in by Aug. 1.

• TWIN CITIES School Reunion will be June 24 at the Urichsville Moose, starting at 4 p.m. $20 per person. RSVP to Barbie Garner at 740-269-6885 or 352-586-7397 by June 15.

• HARCATUS will hold its annual organizational meeting Wednesday, June 28, 1 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 233 Fair Ave. NE,

New Philadelphia. Public comment with respect to agency operations is welcomed at that time.

• SCIO VFD is hosting roast beef dinner Sunday, June 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Scio Fire Hall. All-youcan-eat dinner is $15 for adults and $8 for those under age of 10. Eat-in or carry-out. Benefits Scio Volunteer Fire Department.

• THE HARRISON County Cancer Crusaders seventh annual Survivors and Caregivers Celebration will be held Friday, Aug. 4, at Wallace Lodge in Sally Buffalo Park at 6:30 p.m. 5K Race and Rally will be Saturday, Aug. 5, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional information on all of the HCCC activities and events, contact Judy at: 740-9422407.

NOTICE

• The Village of Hopedale has moved the public bid opening for the Bakers Road Surfacing Project until June 28, 2023 at 6:30 P.M. which will be read at the Council Meeting.

Charlie Bardall from Charlie’s Barbershop in Freeport has donated free haircuts to be won by summer reading participants. All ages can put their name in for the drawing that will be held on July 13. Stop in at Clark Memorial Branch Library to get entered for the drawing and join in on a fun summer reading game.

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New Athens

By Deb Milligan Clark Memorial Branch Library

place will be announced. Door prize was donated by Ann Milleson and won by Deb Milligan.

By Sandra Webb

Hello from New Athens.

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mer events: Thursday, June 29: 1 p.m. – Pirate Party. Friday, June 30: 11 a.m. -1 p.m. - read with a Therapy Dog (appointment only, sponsored by Susan Muncy). Thursday, July 6: 1 pm – Staying Connected. Friday July 7: 1 p.m. - Abby Pinchpots Program, (Cost is $15 and sponsored by Abby Pinchpots). Thursday, July 13: 1 p.m. – Let’s Play Ball; and 4 p.m.Crochet a Bookmark.

Tuesday, Aug 1: Summer Reading Grand Finale: Uhrichsville Water Park 6-8 p.m. (must earn a free ticket by July 10). We are thankful for a little rain.

Happy BirthdayMarge Monroe, Wayne Karl, Jim Anderson, Martha McElhaney, Travis Doane, Debra Bush, and Fauniel Meridith.

At Lakeland Democrat meeting, 14 members enjoyed a covered-dish dinner Monday evening at the home of Kelly Martins with Holly Brindley asking the blessing and everyone enjoyed the food. In the absence of President Lori Milleson, Vice President Sue Myers conducted the meeting with Harrison County Sheriff Joe Myers talking about the new jail with 60 beds. He also spoke about the scam calls everyone is getting on their phone, reminding members to not give out any information they ask for. The secretary’s report was given by Sue Myers and the treasurer’s report by Kelly Martin who told that everyone has paid there dues for the year. Birthday were Marge Monroe, and Ann Milleson. Discussed on the agenda was working at the Harrison County Fair Booth. On Aug. 28, the Cadiz Women will host the club’s picnic

Belated Happy Anniversary to Ed and Mary Howes.

Lakeland Academy School did not have a board meeting due to lack of quorum Tuesday evening.

The village of Freeport welcomes Jim Haynes as the new officer-in-charge of Freeport Post Office.

Bill Morrison of the water department flushed fire hydrants in Freeport Monday. Water meters were read and bills will be sent out the first week in July. Reminder to the village of Freeport water customers: There will be $5 increase on the flatrate minimum of $65. It will increase to $70 starting on the July quarter water bill.

Freeport-Lakeland

Alumni will be July

15. Anyone with a new address should sent it to Greg Milleson, 152 W. Main St., New Concord, OH 43762.

Summer Reading 2023 “Freeport Is Wonderful” was attended by 11 children at Clark Memorial Branch Thursday. Mary Howes read a book and the children did activities.

Miss Mary gave out tickets to get into Harrison County Fair on Library Day at the fair. Join at the fair on June 24 for some fair and library fun!

The Raider Restaurant Special for the last Sunday of the month will be a breakfast buffet.

Many people from the area attended the chicken barbecue benefit for Hannah Matthews on June 17 at Port Elementary. Hannah was recently diagnosed with cancer that has spread to her lungs and is undergoing chemotherapy in Columbus. Anyone wishing to donate can contact Monique Duke at 330-

On Friday night, Mother Nature came through here and changed our landscape on the north end of town. Trees were down across state Route 9 because of the high winds and rain. Thanks to all who cleaned them up and got traffic flowing again.

Ed Keyser from Carlsbad has been visiting his parents, Auggie and Ginny Keyser, for a few days.

Congratulation to Chaz, Colten and the Harrison Central Huskies baseball team for a fabulous year and such great memories! Boys, do you know how much you accomplished! We’re so proud of you.

The Harrison County Fair will be in full force when this paper comes out. Thanks to all who work to make it a success! Lots of young and old alike spend time preparing and then participating in the events. Then the rest of us just enjoy the activities, food and grandstand shows.

On Sunday June 18, the Methodist church said goodbye to one of their pastors, Maggie Hoder. She will be going to minister to the Smithfield -Adena - Mt, Pleasant charge. We will miss her, but wish her well in her new position. Take care of each other and enjoy the sunshine.

Scio

By Cindy Spiker

Hi everyone, summer is here! My favorite time of the year.

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department roast beef dinner will be held Sunday, June 25, 11 a.m.1 p.m. at the Scio Fire Hall. The all-you-can-eat dinner is $15 for adults, and $8 for children younger than 10. Eat-in

or carry-out. Proceeds benefit the Scio VFD.

Mosquito spraying will take place Wednesday, June 28, 8:30 pm. The village would like to remind everyone that the mosquito spraying will be 45 – 60 minutes in duration.

Watch for fireworks

July 1. Thanks to the Scio Sportsman Club!

A Kiko auction of Snyder’s Antique Shop will be held Saturday, July 1, at 10 am. The auction will be held at the home of the late Dick and Jody (Amos) Snyder, 38180 Stagecoach Dr. Over 40 years of selling furniture, antiques and collectibles. It is the end of an era. I’m sure many of you can remember good times spent at the Scio Auction/Sale Barn and at Jody’s antique auctions. I know I do. “Thanks for the memories.”

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department is holding a gun raffle for a Glock 43 x 9 mm, including 100 rounds of ammunition. Winner is to be drawn July 15. Contact a fire department member if interested in purchasing a ticket for $5.

The Jewett-Scio Alumni Band will be preparing for the Scio Summer Fest (Street Fair) Parade which will be held Friday, Aug. 11. Practices will be held on Sunday, Aug. 6, and Thursday, Aug. 10, at 6 p.m. in Scio. Any questions, please contact Dale Arbaugh, 740-946-5212.

The Jewett-Scio

Vikings Class of 1973 Reunion is Aug. 10 -13. Details are on Facebook at “Jewett-Scio Class of 1973.” For more information, contact Doris Mills Leggett, 740-945-6004.

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.

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REMINDERS: Huge three-family yard sale at Comphers in New Rumley on June 23 and 24. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Watch for signs. Janelle Manbeck Yard Sale will be held June 23 and 24 in New Rumley. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Watch for signs.

Huge three-family yard sale at Comphers in New Rumley is on June 30, July 1 and July 2. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The Scio American Legion will be having a “Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show” on Saturday, July 1. Door prizes, food and 50/50 will be available. DJ Spikeman will be providing the tunes. Registration is 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with the show 12-3 p.m. and the awards at 3 p.m. Registration fee is $10.

DID YOU KNOW?

… The Scio Pottery had a shooting gallery in the 1950s. The target set up in the gallery was better than any seen at a large amusement park, fair or carnival at the time.

Hopedale

By John Wilson

Hi everybody, hope you had a good week.

What a busy week! Saturday, I helped my dad with an EMA exercise. The Hopedale Fire Department, Cadiz Water Department, and the Meadows all joined together to talk about what would happen if some chemicals started to leak. I learned a lot, mainly that we are in good hands if something bad happens. Everybody was well prepared. This is the week we move into our new house! I am so excited. My new room is awesome and my dog will have a huge backyard now. Hope everybody had a good fair.

Mark your Calanders for July 8 at 5 p.m. The Hopedale Church of Christ will be hosting a

rough. NUGGET is good with kids, other dogs (lived with 2) and even cats. She loves to go for walks and does very well on a leash. She is still very much a puppy so be prepared for lots of energy. She slept in a crate at night and spent her days going in and out of the house. NUGGET is not totally housebroken. She will make a great best friend! Harrison County Dog Pound, 82900 Toot Rd. Cadiz, OH 43907

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dinner with hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon, baked beans and chips. Sounds great! The cost is by donation. And don’t forget to join them on for Aug. 12. They will have a back-to-school bash from 1-3 p.m. You can enjoy fun and games, food school supplies and more.

The Jewett Open Air Market will be held at 308 E. Main St. in Jewett from 3-7 p.m. on the following dates: June 25, July 9 and 30, and Aug. 13 and 27, as well as Sept. 10 and 24.

Also, the third annual Grump McAfee Memorial Cruise-in will be held there on Friday June 30 starting at 5 p.m. Shine up your ride and head down! For more information, contact Tammy at 740-491-7938.

Remember, the Hopedale Community Yard Sale is coming up on Aug. 6 and 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call Terri at the city building 740-937-2355 to be placed on the map.

Head out to Sally Buffalo Park on June 23 and 24 for the Blues for a Cure Concert Series. This year for the first time at the brand new “Mark” stage!

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!

Deersville

By Susan Adams

Congratulations to Koda Devore on his win at the Big Buck Track in Lisbon. He picked up his second Eastern Racing Offroad Championship victory of the season. Next weekend, he will be on Snowshoe Mountain, W.Va., for round nine of the national tour. Good luck Koda. Koda is the son of Travis and Nikki Devore, rural Stillwater, and grandson of Shelley (late Chuck) Devore of rural Deersville.

Noah Strickler has finished his Eagle Scout project at the Deersville UM Church. It is worth a trip to Deersville to take a look at the Memory Garden at the church to see how beautiful it looks. Thank you, Noah (and helpers), for bringing life back to the garden between the church and Fellowship Hall. Noah is the son of Tom and Amy Strickler of rural Deersville.

On Saturday, June 17, the Moravian Trail Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Ebenezer Zane Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution

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had a combined Flag Day Luncheon in Cambridge. They enjoyed a guided tour the Dickens Victorian Village Welcome Center.

Bury the Hatchet Axe Throwing located behind the Deersville General Store, 172 W Patterson Alley, Deersville, is now open. Call ahead to reserve your lane at 330447-2047. Follow them on Facebook at Bury the Hatchet Axe Throwing. Pictures and prices posted on the page.

Follow Bosler’s Honey, Bees and Accessories on Facebook 330-401-5889 to get information on their “Saturday Morning Buzz,” their participation in the Tuscarawas Valley Farmers Market and other happenings.

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, with Pastor Roger Zimmerman, 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.

On Thursday, July 6, at 11 a.m., the Deersville Church’s Women of Mission will be having its July meeting. More information next week.

On Thursday, July 13, the Deersville Community Garden Club will be taking a road trip to Amish County. Check your minutes for the details.

The musical “Godspell” at the Deersville Community Theater is now in the books. The performers had standing ovations each performance. Thank you to the theater group and directors and all who made it such a successful event. Special thanks to all who attended.

Deersville UM Church Vacation Bible School “Stompers & Chompers” for local children is now history. Thank you to all who helped to make it a success. Especially to the children who came.

The program Sunday, June 18, showcased their

talent. Thank you to all who came to the 70th Birthday open house for John Sukosd Saturday, June 17, at the Deersville VFD building. It was a wonderful afternoon with family and friends.

On Sunday, June 25, at the 10:30 a.m. at the Feed Springs Church, the Spirit & Sword Ministries will be giving an update on its mission work in Haiti.

On Sunday, June 25, at 10 a.m., the Deersville UM Church will be having a combined service with the folks from Pleasant Valley Church at Tappan Lake Park amphitheater. Bring your chair and enjoy the service in God’s great outdoors. They will also be doing this July 23 and Aug. 27.

On Saturday, July 1, there will be fireworks at the Tappan Lake Park and Marina. Watch for cars pulled over along U.S. Route 250 that will be stopping to enjoy the show and watch for pedestrians.

Wednesday, July 5, ODOT will begin work on a bridge replacement between the roadside rest and the Tappan Dam. The road will remain open with restrictions during the construction. Traffic lights have been installed to keep traffic flowing. Beware of delays and slow down for the construction zone.

On Saturday, July 15, the Freeport-Lakeland Alumni Reunion is to be held at the Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center in Cambridge. The honor classes of 73 and 98, guesta and former teachers are invited. Reservations are due by July 1. There are scholarship availabilities. The invitations have been mailed to the alumni. The chairman is Greg Milleson, 152 W. Main St., New Concord OH 43762. Call your classmates, get a group together and go to Cambridge. You will have a great time.

July 21 weekend at the Deersville Community Theatre will be a Follies Variety Show: Broadway Music Revue. More information later. Save the date.

While you are at the Harrison County Fair, take a moment to stop by the gazebo. It was

placed at the fairgrounds in memory of Jean Gladman (former Dairy Princess) who passed away from the result of a car accident July 10, 1992.

It was refurbished by the woodworking class at the Harrison County Vocational School last year. They did an amazing job. Jean was the daughter of Floyd and Betty Gladman of rural Deersville.

If anyone has any news items they would like to share, please call and let me know at 740-942-3137.

If I am not available to answer you call, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Holloway

By Susan Adams

The veterans banners look great. They were there to greet folks coming to town for the alumni banquet and those traveling through town. Thank you to all who made them possible.

The Holloway Methodist Church is still holding services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Donations are always welcome. Send to: Holloway Methodist 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.

Fathers were recognized Sunday, June 18, at the church with the father’s receiving a man’s handkerchief embroidered with “Holloway Methodist Church.” Happy Father’s Day.

The Holloway Methodist Church is selling tickets for $5 each for a chance to win an outside firepit filled with lots of goodies. Think s’mores! Tickets will be available, and the winner will be drawn at the Aug. 5 Holloway Community Days. This is a summer fundraiser sponsored by the Holloway UM Church.

or Ruth Robertson. Hope to see you all then. The Old Timers facilities are available for your birthday parties, weddings or receptions, family reunions etc. To inquire or to book your event, contact Anita Schaeffer at 740-4335074, Lori Sharp at 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.

The Holloway Alumni Banquet held Saturday, June 17, was amazing. Thank you to all who worked so hard to make it a success. All who attended had a fabulous time. Good food and great company. Next year, it will be held the third Saturday in June at 6 p.m. Save the date. Pictures are on Facebook under Village of Holloway and Growing Up in Holloway. Margaret (Winnie) Morris Sams won the drawing for the $100.

The Holloway VFD Activities Committee is still having the “Shop Rada Cutlery Fundraising Store Shop for Cutlery and Gifts” fundraiser. There is a link on their Facebook page. Rada also has some great soup kits and dips besides cutlery. These products make great gifts.

Donations are needed.

Holloway

Old Timers

Baseball Association is planning the 75th annual Old Timers Festival. Please look on the Facebook page for a list of items that can be purchased before the festival. If you can help out by donating, please contact Anita Schaeffer, Kenny Staten, Ronnie Stewart, Linda Nester or any member of the Old Timers. The phone number is 740-968-1900. You can also message via Facebook. They will not be able to have this festival without your generosity. Money donations are always appreciated. The mailing address is Holloway Old Timers, 421 E. Main St., Flushing OH 43977. All donations are greatly appreciated.

More Old Timers events can be found in coming papers. Save the dates (Friday-Sunday) Sept. 1-3.

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

New Rumley

By Donna Jean Haney

On Friday and Saturday, June 23-24 and July 1-2, the New Rumley Community Yard Sales will be held 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

On Tuesday June 27, noon, the Fellowship Girls will have lunch at Capraros in Hopedale. Come and join us!

A hot breakfast was served at New Rumley

Global Methodist Church from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. The next one will be the first and third Sunday of each month. It was well attended. Thanks Terri and Susan.

On Friday, July 28, the New Rumley Global Methodist Church will host a community picnic, and concert with Willianson Branch of Nashville. starting at 5:30 p.m., behind the church. There will be free food, a concert, fellowship, and door prizes. If raining, it will be held inside.

Bowerston

By Mary Anna Cotter

Dr. Josh Cotter and son Jayden visited his aunt, Jane Cotter, and his brother and family, the Jonathan Stephens at New Philadelphia and Strasburg.

A large crowd supported the celebration of life for Robin Shetler on Saturday. Several families are on vacation to Canada for fishing.

Friday, June 30, at 5:30 p.m. at the Holloway Volunteer Fire Department meeting hall, there will be a meeting to discuss the Community Day that will be Aug. 5. Church members, HVFD members, Old Timers members and those who hold town official positions are encouraged to attend. Any questions you may contact

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