Harrison News-Herald E-Edition 1/28/23

Abandoned mine reclaimed in the middle of Cadiz

BY ALYSSA HOWARD Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

CADIZ—A ground reclamation project has begun near Tractor Supply. The Cadiz Community Improvement Corporation has partnered with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to restore an abandoned coal mine site for commercial development.

CIC President Michael Sliva said the project mostly chose them, “We had a developer interested in the land. Once they came to look at it, they discovered shallow mining issues on the property.” The developer in question is a Cincinnati-based commercial real estate company, Compton Addy. Sliva also stated, “We knew the grant funding was there, so it was just a matter of securing it and getting everything started.”

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The CIC is utilizing the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program, which was authorized by Congress through the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE).

AMLER funds are to be used for reclaiming abandoned mine lands for economic and community development and reuse goals. OSMRE manages the AMLER program, which provides grants to states with a great amount of abandoned mine land problems for projects that leverage mine land reclamation with local economic development. Ohio’s grant in 2021 was $25 million, and $10 million each year in 2017-2020. The project cost estimate is about $700,910; the number can vary based on need and what is found during the project.

The plan is to safely excavate and expose a section of the long-closed Hanna Mine

Company’s strip mine and backfill the area left open when the mine went out of operation. Hanna Mine Company, in its time, was one of the largest strip mines in the local area. The hope of the project is to restore the land to a stable state, plant vegetation to promote a healthy ecosystem and installation of sediment control and erosion systems. Any existing utility structures and sanitary piping within the excavation site will be removed till the backfilling is completed; afterward, they will be maintained and restored to working order.

The mine is considered “pre-law,” which means it was abandoned before the 1977 Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) law took effect. The State of Ohio has not had a happy environmental history with strip mining, and although Ohio was one of the earliest states to adopt a strip

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mining law in 1947-48, that law had very little impact in terms of environmental protection or land reclamation. SMCRA is the main federal law that regulates the environmental effects of coal mining in the United States. The Act is composed of two programs: one for regulating active coal mines and a second for reclaiming abandoned mine lands. SMCRA also created the Office of Surface Mining, an agency within the Department of the Interior, to promote regulations, fund state regulatory and reclamation efforts, and ensure consistency among state regulatory programs.

Compton Addy is looking to develop a Dollar Tree in the lot once it is ready for building. The CIC is extremely hopeful that if the project is successful that it will be positive for the village, creating new jobs and giving citizens another source to purchase goods.

BY KRISTI TULLIS Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

SCIO—The Scio Branch Library is gearing up for programs for its patrons. From ages 2 to 100, there are different events to attract patrons of all ages. Books are a great way to pass the time through the winter months while stuck inside. The winter months are a good way to introduce children to books or to learn about a new hobby to begin now or in the spring, such as knitting, gardening, scrapbooking, fishing, and more.

Beginning in 2022, the library now has fun fitness challenges every month for patrons to complete on their own. The Barr Memorial Gym is also open to the public for indoor walking every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m.-noon. This is available for anyone not wishing to be outside in the elements, and groups are welcome. Also, for the more agile patron, Pickleball is offered on Wednesdays from 9–11 a.m. The library also offers instructors for beginners. Anyone interested should contact the library for details. As many patrons are now coming together to get healthier with face-to-face interactions with friends; all are welcome to join in.

The library also offers an online book club called Afterthoughts for avid readers who like the challenge. The group discusses assigned readings online through a Facebook group. Books for this can be checked out in person or digitally. The pace is one that allows readers to keep up as well as time to comment with their personal thoughts and opinions as the reading ensues. This group convenes monthly, but the Facebook group can be utilized throughout the reading of each text.

Available for public use, too, are computers. Patrons must use their library cards to use them as well.

Parents and guardians are bringing children together for Story Time on Tuesdays at 1 p.m.

ALIVE & WELL See Pg.- 8

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—Dave Barnhouse may be a familiar name to some readers. He has been painting scenes from Steubenville, Cadiz, and other local areas for several decades.

The nationally acclaimed painter grew up on a farm in Richmond, Ohio, “That was home,” he said, and he “Spent a lot of time around the farm. I loved to ride the tractors into the sunset.”

This idyllic description shines through in many of his paintings, which focus heavily on historical scenes from around Ohio. His farm scenes almost always include a tractor or two, and often some of his family members show up to fill out crowds.

He developed a love for art early on, spending time in school drawing instead of focusing on his studies. From the time he could hold a pencil, he was drawing.

“When I was a kid, I just sketched. In first grade, I won an art contest at the country schoolhouse.”

He painted a soldier with a monkey on his shoulder and won a giant Sugar Daddy candy that he had to break apart with a hammer to eat. The contest was one of the few rewards he received early on in his career.

His wife said it was a shame he didn’t get into the art world sooner, but, at the time, art was not considered a profitable skill to cultivate.

“In school, you were not rewarded for it,” Barnhouse said. “You were punished if you were sketching and not doing all your schoolwork.”

Despite these early setbacks, Barnhouse’s love for art only grew over time. He worked in steel for a while and did Gospel singing as well. He would paint for a few weeks during the off-season, just for fun.

It wasn’t until the early 90s that he took painting seriously. He did five or six paintings

and decided it was time to get them out there. He contacted a few publishers, and one showed interest. “It was like the Yankees calling you!” he said of the experience.

From there, he kept painting, gained national recognition, and has made a living doing what he loves.

He describes his style as loose realism, largely nostalgic in subject matter. Many are scenes shown at dusk or dawn, playing with lights and darks to create a warm atmosphere. His use of color brings the viewer into the world of small-town living, inviting them to sit for a moment, take a few breaths of the country air, and observe the comings and goings of the country folk making their way in from the fields.

His faith has kept him grounded over the years, with his life verse being Joshua 24:15, in which the historical figure Joshua tells Israel to choose whom they will serve and ends with his personal declaration, “But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

“This art has allowed me to give my testimony to a lot of people,” he said. “I was about 14 years old when I gave my life to Christ … I’ve got a good Christian wife; she keeps me on the straight and narrow.”

His whole family has followed in his footsteps, with his children being fully committed to following Christ in their lives.

Barnhouse sells prints and originals on his website, davebarnhouseart.com, and recently came out with a book of his art accompanied by never before told stories about the art, life, and family. The project culminated four years of work between Barnhouse and his wife. It includes most of his work, with over 100 paintings between its pages. The book was published through Nelson and is not yet available in brick-and-mortar stores. Copies can be purchased by calling the publisher at 740-282-5334.

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—With a new year and two new commissioners taking their places at the table in Harrison County, the News-Herald decided to reach out to see what the commissioners will focus on in 2023. Each commissioner responded independently to our questions.

What do you see as the most pressing needs for infrastructure or capital projects in the county?

Amy Norris: I see the need for everyone to have access to broadband. I’d like to continue to improve our roads and bridges. We also need to have updated water and sewer projects countywide.

Paul Coffland: We need to work toward the completion of current projects like the jail, Freeport sanitation, County Home, the Westgate property, and a few small courtroom renovations. There are a few water line projects in their beginning stages, along with water tank replacement or renovations.

Dustin Corder: This is going to be one of the things that will help in a lot of areas: access to broadband.

What area of county services do you feel needs additional resources in 2023?

Amy Norris: In this ever-changing world, keeping up with upgrades and new safety measures, along with changing codes and regulations to our software programs, I feel every county entity could use more assistance to stay current with the times.

Paul Coffland: Job & Family Services will be undertaking Medicaid redeterminations at some point this spring. They will require a significant amount of manpower, and we will need help to accomplish the task. We are always looking at ways to improve infrastructure, both county & villages, roads, and broadband availability.

Dustin Corder: I’m sure there are many areas that could use some additional resources. I look

Dave Barnhouse with his new art book which shows off over a hundred of his oil paintings of small-town Ohio life. NH PHOTO/CORNELIA GRACE

Paul Coffland, left, Amy Norris, Dustin Corder, right. NH PHOTO/CORNELIA GRACE

The children’s room at Scio Branch Library NH PHOTO/KRISTI TULLIS

Medicaid & SNAP abruptly changing

CADIZ—Harrison County’s Department of Job and Family Services want to make the public aware of two changes to assistance programs enacted to reduce the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes will be coming in March and April of this year. States were previously not permitted to disenroll recipients from Medicaid coverage. Beginning with cases that are due for renewal in April, County Departments of Job and Family Services are required to review and close cases for those who do not comply with renewal requirements and those who are over

income for eligibility for Medicaid. Individuals who receive notification that their benefits are being terminated will have the right to request a state hearing. Individuals who ultimately have their benefits terminated can shop for health insurance at www.healthcare.gov . This Medicaid review process will continue for the next 12 months.

The second change is to SNAP (Food Assistance). Previously, every household that received SNAP benefits also got a supplement at the end of every month. This benefit was in addition to their normal allotment. These

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Blackburn’s Back Room Boys, Cadiz

By Susan Adams

The HC Sesquicentennial book talks about a Dr. Richard Lee Mason, who passed through this area in 1819, going from Maryland to Illinois, and lists a passage from the journal he kept on his trip. October 19, 1819: “Left Sears (area near old Kanoski Tractor Sales on Route 22 W) at 6 a.m. Morning fair and cold. Roads extremely rough. Country fertile but hilly. Log cabins, ugly women, and tall timber”. The writer of the 1963 book said: “If the good doctor could return

now, we would be happy to show him our wooded green hills, our beautiful lakes, and our lovely women.”

Top row: Laban Blackburn, George Kibble, William Henderson, chairman; Phillip Ross, J. Arthur Mattern, Jack A. Johnson. Second row: Raymond Jones, Harold Barricklow, Ellsworth West, John E. Ford, Robert Kidder, Norman E. Paolucci. Third row: Leo D. Steible, Robert Adams, George M. Kelly, John H. Dickerson, Ed Foster, Leonard T. Dowdle. Fourth row: Ralph D. Dunlap, Marshall Smith, Charles H. Brooks, Newell Trotter, James C. Kenny, C.A. West Jr. Fifth row: Alfred Reppart, Charles Voshall, Earl C. Nelson, Clyde Cope, Elmer Bargar, Ronzel Wease. Sixth row: Nemo Mattern. Not pictured: Robert Coulson, William Harmon, Bruce Jones, Carl Lisle, Richard Jones, Jasper Thompson, and Michael Cope.

Other “Brothers of the Brush” groups: Scio Razor Savers, Bowerston Brothers of the Brush, Hedge-Hogs, Bush Leaguers-Jewett, The Razor-less BrothersCadiz, Fairview FellowsJewett, Two Pine Bar Stool Cowboys, The Courthouse Riots, Barber Shop BrushesCadiz, Henpecked HairiesCadiz, Lions of the BrushHopedale, Hopedale’s Hairy Hustlers, Moonshiners, Court House Cats, Cardinalians-Cadiz and Marko’s Ranch. Picture and info from “Harrison County Ohio Sesquicentennial Celebration 1813-1963”. The “Year of Celebration of 150 Years of Harrison County.”

benefits will be issued in January and February 2023 but will not continue in March. There are no state hearing rights for the termination of these benefits because the federal government has ended the supplements.

Beginning in March 2023, households will continue to receive their “normal” allotment of SNAP benefits between the first and the twentieth day of each month. Individuals who receive SNAP benefits can call 844-6406446 with any questions about the end of the supplemental benefits.

Jochims elected president of Hopedale Council

BY KRISTI TULLIS Harrison News-Herald Staff Writer

HOPEDALE—On January 18, Hopedale Council held a scheduled meeting where Donald Jochims was elected as council president for the upcoming year of 2023. WTOV9 News was present to inquire about the Brownfield grant. They asked why Hopedale was not a recipient of demolition money. The town was unable to meet the deadline due to not being notified in time. The notice of the application was given Friday, and all paperwork had to be completed and submitted the following Monday. Council regrets not having received notice sooner.

Dan Skinner, leader of the Hopedale youth group, is donating two benches to the village. These are being donated to honor the memory of past residents Lola Carmen and Dan Runt.

The village is applying for the Ohio EPA Equipment Grant in the hopes of purchasing a hydrant exerciser. The grant totals $10,000. Additionally, AEP will be doing power line replacement and trimming along Route 151.

In other news, the village is hoping to have a spring clean-up again. Council is considering funding the cost of the large dumpsters that will be available for residents if grant funding is not available. The next meeting will be held on February 15 at 6:30 p.m.

UPCOMINGEVENTS

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HOMEMADE SOUP Sale, Sat. Jan 28th 11am -12pm. The Christian Women’s Fellowship Group, First Church of Christ, 139 N. Main St, Cadiz. Pick up in Fellowship Hall. Order by Mon. Jan 22nd. Call Nellie to order, 740-391-3224.

NIGHT AT the Races. Scio Firehall 318 W. Main St. Sat. Feb 11th. Dinner at 5:45. Post time 7 pm. $20 admits horse owner & guest, includes food & beverages. Purchase by Jan 29th. Call JT 740-945-0260. Must be 21.

MEN’S BASKETBALL night again at Warren Township Community Center. Gym is open at 6:00 pm every Thursday. Everyone is welcome to come help keep Pastor Larry Stitt on his toes! For info call Portia: 330-260-9528

New Athens talks creative solutions

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

NEW ATHENS—The New Athens Village Council met for their regular monthly meeting on January 16. They began with a report from Garth Edwards on unresolved EPA violations.

“It’s stuff like power outages,” Edwards said. “Pump failure … damage to tanks, what you would do in those cases. Stuff like that.”

These plans will have to go to the local EMA for approval before they are sent on to the EPA. Once the plans are created, it’s easy to update them as needed to avoid future violations.

Under old business, Mayor Joe Petro discussed dynamic speed detection signs for the village. These signs display the speed of approaching vehicles and are generally placed in areas that have problems with speeders. The signs have been shown to be long-term, costeffective options for curbing speeding. This has been talked about by the council several times over the last few months. Petro considers it a good idea for the village to invest in a sign or two. Overall, the council has not been opposed to the signs; they just haven’t voted on purchasing them yet.

“I think we’ll wait until the spring to get the signs,” Petro said. “I see Saint Clairsville has them; I think that would be a good thing here … It’s not like having a police officer sitting there, but it’s better than nothing. They’re pretty pricey. It’s like $6,500 for two of them.”

The signs can be solar-powered or hooked into the village’s power supply. Petro contacted customer service to ask about a few options and was assured that the solar power works well even in cloudy weather.

Council briefly discussed repairs for the village pick-up truck. It needs some exhaust work, and the heater needs to be fixed. Petro and council weren’t sure where they would end up going for the repairs but agreed it needed to happen sooner rather than later.

There is still a question about how to spend money from the American Rescue Plan, which was for Covid aid. The requirements for its use have fluctuated over time as villages and cities scramble to use it before the federal government wants it back. Petro said there will be new guidelines released soon, and council will have to make a decision on how to spend the cash. The expectation is that the new rules will be less strict so the money can be used how council sees fit, rather than being forced to spend it in categories that don’t align with village needs.

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ROAST BEEF Dinner Sunday, January 29th, 11am - 1pm Scio Fire Hall, 318 West Main Street. All-You-Can-Eat. $15 Adults, $8 under age 10. Eat in or Carry Out. Benefits Scio Vol. Fire Dept Building Fund.

SPRING BINGO New Athens Firehall Sunday, March 5, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.

THE HARRISON County Chorale Choir is looking for singers and readers for their Easter performance. The first night of organized rehearsals is on Tuesday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m. at the Scott United Methodist Church in Cadiz. For more information, call Kay Sedgmer at 740-491-1371.

VALENTINE DANCE Feb. 11th 7-11 p.m. $15 single/$25 couple at Cadiz American Legion. Cash bar, chili, cornbread, hot dogs, meat & cheese tray.

SPAGHETTI DINNER for Dennis Neeley Scholarship Fund. Feb. 11th, 4 - 7 p.m. at the Unionport Masonic Hall. Cost: Donation. Carry out available. Dinner includes: Spaghetti, salad, bread & butter, cake and ice cream.

Missing defendant to face consequences

BY CORNELIA GRACE Harrison News-Herald Reporter

CADIZ—The court of common pleas began Tuesday’s proceedings with Ray Ramsey, who was charged with violating his community-based controls. Ramsey appeared in court via video call from the Harrison County Jail. Ramsey chose to go without counsel in this case.

The state, represented by Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Knight, made an offer to Ramsey that he would serve 60 days of local incarceration and then be unsuccessfully terminated from community-based controls. An unsuccessful termination means that Ramsey was either unwilling or unable to follow the rules and programs laid out by the probation office. Because of this, he faces jail time for his offense, to which he had previously pled guilty. The implications of unsuccessful termination are that if he offends again, community-based controls will not be an option, and he will likely serve time for any

future violations. Ramsey accepted the state’s offer and is halfway to release as he has already been in jail for just under 30 days and will get credit for time served.

Nikita Bowen appeared in court for a pretrial conference. She is charged with a felony in the second degree: possession of cocaine. She had been appointed Public Defender C. Adrian Pincola but sent correspondence to the court requesting new counsel. Judge T. Shawn Hervey said that the court does not appoint new counsel for just any reason.

“What I’ve seen so far,” he said. “Mr. Pincola has filed for discovery, there’s been an ORAS, an EOCC evaluation,” and he has been doing all that is expected of an attorney.

Hervey explained more about the legal process, and eventually, Bowen said she was fine with Pincola continuing as her attorney. A request for a new attorney can stall a case since once the request is put in, both parties must wait to discuss anything until that matter is settled.

Pennsylvania resident Jon Coleman was arraigned on his felony in the third-degree

charge: aggravated possession of drugs. Coleman has been out on bond and reporting weekly as per the court-ordered pretrial release program. He asked if it would be possible for him to switch from in-person reporting to video calls since he doesn’t own a car, and it has been burdensome for him to come to Harrison County every two weeks. The court said they would take the matter under advisement. The point of the pretrial program is to make sure defendants are showing up when they need to and remaining clean and sober. The judge pointed out that typically defendants report weekly, but Coleman was already given consideration for travel by the lesser requirement of reporting bi-weekly.

Coleman appeared without counsel but said he was working on retaining a lawyer. The court gave him an affidavit of indigency, which is the standard form for court-appointed counsel. It is highly recommended that a defendant file for a public defender, even if they are in the process of paying for representation out of pocket. This ensures they have competent legal counsel throughout the entire process of their

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Gutierrez Friend, Cadiz Village

George R. Nourse Dec’d to Rebecca D. Barfield etal, Freeport Twp.

John R. Bower to Melody Jarvis, Bowerston Village

Sherry Susan Crane etal to Alissa Danielle Crane, Shortcreek Twp.

Tippecanoe Assembly of God to Dennis J. Diesk, Washington Twp.

Matthew Pacholczuk etal to Ronlad E. Smith Jr. etux, Monroe Twp.

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Plaintiff: LVNV Funding LLC

Defendant: Jason Stull

Cause of action: Money

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CIVIL CASES

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Cheslea Butler etal to David E. Olsafsky, Washington Twp.

Eric C. Norton etal to Donald R. Kendel etux, Monroe Twp.

Edie Family Revocable Trust to Carson Haney etux, Monroe Twp.

Raymond Gale Tipton Dec’d to Donna K.

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1/11 – A woman came in to report that someone had filed for unemployment benefits using her name. She had already called the unemployment office to report this and was told she needed to file a formal police report.

1/12 – A male leaving the high school parking lot accidentally hit a light pole. He was paying attention to other traffic when he struck the pole, damaging the driver’s side front of his truck. The pole was intact with visible paint transfer only. The male was working on getting a tow truck due to his vehicle being temporarily immobilized. His insurance information was taken, and the report will be made available for insurance and documentation purposes.

1/16 – The Sheriff’s Office, State Highway Patrol, and Hopedale Fire/EMS responded to a report of an overturned vehicle at the intersection of U.S. 22 and County Line Road. Deputies were unable to locate anyone in or around the vehicle. As another deputy was approaching the scene, he saw a male, later identified as the registered owner

of the vehicle, walking on Old Hopedale Road. He approached the male and observed him lose balance multiple times. He also noticed the smell of alcohol. The male handed the deputy everything from his pockets, but the only item of interest was a small glass jar with suspected marijuana in it. The male refused medical treatment and was transported to the overturned car. The male said he got a ride from someone, letting them drive his car, but he couldn’t provide their name. He was cited and released. The crash is being investigated by the Highway Patrol.

1/17 – A woman came to the office to report identity theft. She had previously placed a credit freeze on all three credit reporting agencies due to suspicious activity. Last week, she got an alert from one of the agencies that there was a delinquent account that had gone to collections. The woman was advised it was a T-Mobile account and was for over $600. The woman has never had T-Mobile as a provider. The report will be forwarded to the woman so that she can forward it to the collections agency for further investigation.

A man reported that he had received papers in the mail showing that unemployment had been filed in his name. He said he had not filed anything of this nature and wanted a report on file for documentation purposes.

CADIZ POLICE DEPARTMENT

1/11 – A vehicle was rear-ended at the stop sign at Ligget Lane and Route 9. The vehicle had minor damage, and the second driver was found at fault for the accident.

1/12 – A woman called in to report an unknown male had tried to pull her off her porch.

Amber Roberts was arraigned on a new case, and bond was addressed for an older case. The first case began in February of 2021 when Roberts was indicted for possession of drugs. Over the next several months, she failed to make court appearances, earning warrants for her arrest multiple times. She filed for intervention in lieu of conviction in April of 2022, but after transport to a rehab facility, she was not seen by the court again until this month.

Her second case began in June of last year when she was charged with drug abuse and possession of drug abuse instruments. She was picked up on a warrant this month.

The state requested a monetary bond for both cases, with their primary concern being that Roberts was essentially missing for six months. Roberts said that she was “too afraid to face the consequences” of her cases but was ready to deal with them now. Bond in both cases was set at $5,000 with a ten percent option.

She was outside smoking when a white male in a black beanie reached through the porch and grabbed her leg. The woman screamed, and the male ran away. An officer patrolled the area but did not find the suspect.

1/13 – A woman called to report her wallet was missing. While speaking with her, the officer noticed she seemed lethargic and confused. He went to speak with her in person, and due to the cluttered home, he suggested she may have misplaced her wallet. Since she was still confused, a squad was called to check her out. They determined she did not need to be transported to the hospital. DJFS was contacted and told about the situation. They said that they would follow up.

A male called the department because he was supposed to pick up his son from his ex-girlfriend, but she was refusing to give him the child. The ex-girlfriend explained to officers that paperwork had been filed that day to change the visitation agreements. The male contacted his attorney and then went to the courthouse to see the papers. He later contacted the department again because the papers were only a motion, and nothing about the case would change until both parties appeared before a judge.

1/18 – Officers were requested to help with an unruly juvenile. The child had jumped out of his mother’s vehicle and was refusing to return to her. An officer was able to locate and bring the child back to the station, where they met with the mother. The mother stated she could not control her child and that earlier in the day, he had threatened to kill himself. She said she wanted to get him evaluated, and he was transported by a squad to the hospital.

Louisiana, and seven great-grandchildren.

Private funeral services are for the immediate family, with a memorial service being held on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Cadiz Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 82440 Cadiz-Jewett Road, Cadiz, Ohio, with Rudy Puskarich officiating. Burial took place at Cadiz Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Cadiz Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, P.O. Box 206 Cadiz, Ohio, 43907.

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

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Celia Mary Dickerson, 91, of Cadiz, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2023, at Weirton Hospital. She was born on July 27, 1931, a daughter of the late John and Mary Figurski Kanoski. She was a long-time active member of the Cadiz Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She loved the outdoors and liked taking care of her property with her riding mower.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary, and her loving husband of 46 years, Rich.

Surviving is a brother, John (Marilyn) Kanoski of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; three sons: Richard (Bobbi) of Cadiz, Bob (Christy) of Moundsville, West Virginia, and Raymond (Julie) of Cadiz; three grandchildren: Sarah (Jeremy) Roncaglion of St. Albans, West Virginia, Nathan of Cadiz, and Jonathan of New Orleans,

Mary Ruth Kidd, age 93, of Scio, passed away in Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital at Dover on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, after a period of declining health.

Mary was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, on November 25, 1929, to the late Fred T. and Ruth (McDevitt) Whiteman.

A 1947 graduate of Scio High School, she continued her education and received her real estate license. She married Lloyd Clifton Kidd on January 17, 1948. Mary enjoyed gardening, watching birds, and emailing friends and family. She was also a longtime member of Mt. Hope Church.

She is survived by her children, Cynthia (Bill) Drosos of Columbus, Mark (Pat) Kidd of Conover, North Carolina, and Lorna (Paul) Yoder of Lena, Wisconsin; grandsons, Johnathon and Gregory Kidd; great-grandsons, Justin and Joshua Kidd; great-great-grandson, Callen Kidd; brother, Fred D. “Bud” (Barb) Whiteman; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and son, Marlin Kidd.

In keeping with Mary’s wishes, she is to be cremated through the care of the LinnHert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory in New Philadelphia. The family will hold a celebration of Mary’s life at a later time.

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“Jeri” Smith, nee Conter, 82, of Canal Winchester, formerly of Cadiz, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 19, 2023. She was born November 19, 1940, in Flushing, a daughter of the late John and Viola Covert Conter.

Jeri loved and believed in her children. They were her life’s truest joy. She was a marvelous cook, an amazing homemaker, and everyone who was lucky enough to eat her pies agreed she was the best pie maker ever. Jeri’s loving personality and inner beauty radiated a bright light that will be missed by all who knew her.

She was preceded in death in addition to her parents; by her husband, Robert (Bob) Smith, and sisters: Margarita (Peggy) Conter and JoEllen Conter.

Surviving are her children: Kimberly (Richard) Kilgore, Steven (Kim) Smith, Michael (Lisa) Smith, Bryan (Michelle) Smith, Bobbi Sue (Rob) Cornwell; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gene (Cheryl) Conter.

Calling hours and funeral were held on Monday, January 23, 2023, at ClarkKirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, with Dr. Thomas Pickering and Rev. Steven Smith officiating. Burial followed at Rock Hill Cemetery, Flushing, Ohio.

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

Jerry “Boots” Powell

Jerry Lynn “Boots” Powell, 75, of Jewett, passed away on December 21, 2022, at the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. He was born March 25, 1947, in New Cumberland, West Virginia, the son of the late Leonard Powell and Lola Gaskins Powell Raines.

Jerry was a contractor carpenter by trade. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was preceded in death by his

brother Edwin Powell and sister-in-law

Carol Powell.

He is survived by Sandy Chittenden Carter, his love for 26 years; his two sons, Jeffery (Cindy) Powell of Washington State and Ronald Powell of Newell, West Virginia; his two daughters, Milissa Petrella Davis of Newell, West Virginia, and Amber DeWitt Williams of Florida; Jerry had 12 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; and two brothers Leon (Barbara) Powell and Larry Powell.

Calling hours will be held on January 27 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at ClarkKirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Center Unity Church Cemetery, Jewett, Ohio. Military honors by the Cadiz American Legion.

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

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Beverly Ann (Palmer) Patterson, 82, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Beverly was born on August 14, 1940, at her grandparents’ farmhouse at Tappan, a daughter of the late Charles Wesley and Doris Virginia (McGuire) Palmer.

She lived in Bowerston and the Tappan Lake area most of her life before residing in New Philadelphia for the past 15 years. Beverly graduated in 1958 from Conotton Valley High School as the valedictorian of her class. She retired from the Nolan Co. in Bowerston after 30 years of dedicated service.

Beverly is survived by a brother, Michael (Joann) Palmer, and a sister, Dorraine (Ronald) Beans. She is also survived by her nephew, Michael (Diane) Palmer, and although she had no children of her own, she had two special nieces who were like her daughters, Amanda (companion, Mike Gibson) Shroyer and Lori (Adam) Ferguson, along with her very special nephews, Nathan Shroyer, Ayden Ferguson, and Landyn Ferguson. Beverly is preceded in death by her sister, Madelyn Palmer, in addition to her parents.

Pastor John Stevenson will officiate a graveside service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 28, at Longview Cemetery in Bowerston, where she will be interred near her beloved parents. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice.

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DRINKING WATER NOTICE Adena Village PWS Significant DeficiencyTreatment Technique Requirements

The Ohio EPA has identified, through the sanitary site visit on May 18, 2021, a significant deficiency associated with the water treatment system. Adena Village PWS did not correct the significant deficiency within thirty days of the notification or submit a plan to Ohio EPA within thirty days of the date of the notice of violation with a schedule for completing corrective actions, if the corrective actions for the significant deficiency could not be completed within thirty days.

There is nothing for the public to do at this time. The situation does not require that you take immediate action. If it had been, the public would have been notified immediately. It has been investigating and taking the necessary steps to correct the problem.

For more information, contact the Village office at 740-546-3182, option 2.

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740-546-3225 0000399.000 – Potential Owners: The Unknown Heirs and Assigns of Reke Toto, deceased; and (5) Harrison County, OH Parcel Nos. 260000274.000, 26-0000288.001, 260000276.000, and 26-0000613.000 – Potential Owners: The Unknown Heirs and Assigns of Hilda Hirt, deceased. If you would like to attend this hearing, please go to www.webex.com, click on Join on the top right of the screen and enter the following meeting information: Meeting number (access code): 2343 909 3491 Meeting password: byP5tmMJP58 You do not need to download Webex to join the hearing. You may also listen to and participate in the hearing by phone by following the instructions detailed below: 1-408-418-9388 United States Toll Access code: 2343 909 3491 Service by publication shall be complete upon the expiration of four weeks after the date of the first publication of this notice. The date of the first publication of this notice is Saturday, January 7, 2023.

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HIRING ~ Nurse Aide

Harrison County Home

$500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Full-Time & Part-Time All Shifts

$13 hour or based on experience (.25 cents to $1.00 raise after 6-month probationary period).

*The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for offering quality of life services, as well as assisting with developing and administering activities for our residents. The ideal candidate for this position is compassionate and caring. No experience required. There will be training upon hire. The candidate must possess the ability to always be on time to work, physical and mental stamina; ability to work long hours on one’s feet and lift 25+ pounds while displaying a positive attitude. Must be able to successfully complete a background check and a 6-month probationary period.

To apply for the job, contact the Harrison County Home in person at 41500 Cadiz-Dennison Road, Cadiz, OH 43907 or call 740-942-3573.

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Harrison Metropolitan Housing Authority (HMHA) is accepting applications for an Operations Support Clerk. Applications and job descriptions are available and may be picked up at 82450 Cadiz Jewett Road, Cadiz, Ohio 43907 or they may be downloaded from our web site at: https://www.harrisonmha.com/ employment.html

All potential applicants must submit a letter of interest, for the position, a resume, and completed application. Applications for the position will be accepted through close of business on February 16, 2023, and should be directed to:

Harrison MHA

Attention: Executive Director 82450 Cadiz-Jewett Road PO Box 146 Cadiz, Ohio 43907

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HIRING:

Dietary Aide ~ Full-Time

HARRISON COUNTY HOME

$13/HOUR & SIGN-ON BONUS

HMHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: HMHA is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HMHA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HMHA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics."

JOB SUMMARY: The successful candidate for the Dietary Aide will work with the Food Services Team Leader to provide nutritious and healthy meals to our residents. The Dietary Aide individual will also work to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, appliances, and dining areas. When instructed, the successful candidate will assist in purchasing and inventory and other clerical duties associated with food service.

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS: The successful candidate should possess a degree or a certificate of specialized training in the culinary arts. Experience in continuous cooking in a public eatery or hotel is a plus. The candidate should possess knowledge of the health certifications standards for a public restaurant or a hotel. Must be able to successfully complete a background check and a probationary period. To apply for the job, contact the Harrison County Home in person at 41500 Cadiz-Dennison Road or call 740-942-3573.

Applicant contact information: Ascent Resources – Utica, LLC Attn: Amy Noel 3501 NW 63rd Street Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 252-7680 Email: amy.noel@ascentresources. com

For further information regarding this hearing, please visit the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management’s website at http://oilandgas. ohiodnr.gov/unitization. (1:7,14,21,28)

following the instructions detailed below:

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es.com For further information regarding this hearing, please visit the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management’s website at http://oilandgas. ohiodnr.gov/unitization. (1:14,21,28,2:4) PUBLIC NOTICE Penn-Ohio Minerals LLC, 557 Cannelton Road, Darlington, PA 16115, has submitted an application for exemption, #10608, to the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mineral Resources Management for exemption from coal mining regulations (Chapter 1513 ORC) to extract coal incidental to the extraction of limestone under surface mining regulations (Chapter 1514 ORC). The proposed exemption area is located in Section 11, Green Township, Harrison County, Ohio, on the properties of R & F Coal Company. The proposed permit is located 0.3 miles southwest of the intersection of County Road 12 (CR-12) and Rose Valley Road (CR-14). The proposed exemption encompasses 40.6 acres and is located on the Cadiz 7 ½ minute USGS Quadrangle map. The application is on file at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources,

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NOTICE OHIO DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF OIL AND GAS RESOURCES MANAGEMENT RE: APPLICATION FOR UNITIZATION RUTH NE MTP JF UNIT HARRISON AND JEFFERSON COUNTY, OHIO NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Applicant Ascent Resources – Utica, LLC (“Ascent”) hereby gives notice that the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management (the “Division”), has scheduled a hearing pursuant to Revised Code Section 1509.28 concerning Ascent’s Ruth NE MTP JF Unit to occur on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be held via video conference, as set forth below. Ascent seeks to obtain an Order for Unit Operation from the Chief of the Division as to the Utica/Point Pleasant Formation covering the Ruth NE MTP JF Unit area. This proposed unit area includes lands in Sections 1, 7, and 8, Township 9N, Range 4W, and Sections 5 and 6, Township 8N, Range 4W, all in Short Creek Township, Harrison County, Ohio, and Sections 35 and 36, Township 7N, Range 3W, Mount Pleasant Township, Jefferson County, Ohio. The surface location for the Ascent Ruth NE MTP JF Unit will be located in Section 34, Township 7N, Range 3W, Mount Pleasant Township, Jefferson County, Ohio, on Jefferson County, OH Parcel No. 20-01756-001. Certain tracts in the Ruth NE MTP JF Unit area are owned, in whole or in part, by persons for whom no address can be located. These tracts are described below by reference to their parcel numbers and their owners’ names: (1) Jefferson County, OH Parcel No. 20-01813-000 – Owners: The Unknown Successors and Assigns of the Trustees of the Short Creek Monthly Meeting of Friends; (2) Jefferson County, OH Parcel No. 20-00000-000 – Owners: The Unknown Heirs and Assigns of Patricia A. Johnson, deceased; and (3) Harrison County, OH Parcel No. 26-0000239000 – Owners: The Unknown Heirs and Assigns of Ronald W. Hopkins, deceased. If you would like to attend this hearing, please go to www.webex.com, click on Join on the top right of the screen and enter the following meeting information: Meeting number (access code): 2333 062 9260 Meeting password: y3wJpYpkQ69 You do not need to download Webex to join the hearing. You may also listen to and participate in the hearing by phone

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PUBLICATION NOTICE TO: GEORGE McDANIELS, Father of G.M., born 10/21/2012 MICHAEL HYTHON, JR., Father of S.M., born 7/5/2010 IN THE HARRISON COUNTY COMMON PLEAS COURT, JUVENILE DIVISION Barbara Sansoucie has filed for custody of G.M., born 10/21/2012, being Case No. 20224037, and S.M., born 7/5/2010, being Case No. 20224038, in the Harrison County Common Pleas Court, Juvenile Division, 100 West Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio. The hearing on the Petition will be held on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M., in this Court. You are one of the persons entitled to be considered for appointment of custody. To do so, you must apply to this Court. If you do not apply, it will be considered that you renounce your right to custody. If you know of any reason why the above applicant is not suitable or competent, you should appear and inform the Court.

MATTHEW P. PUSKARICH, JUDGE

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LEGAL NOTICE

Cadiz Township is accepting bids for the mowing and trimming of Hines Cemetery, Dickerson Cemetery and Lee’s Run Cemetery. This will be for 5 months, May, June, July, August, and September and more if weather permits for 2023. You will mow to a three inch height or less and trim around gravestones, fences and other structure deemed necessary. Contractor must show proof of Liability insurance for himself, and employees or sub-contractor. Please submit bids by February 10th to Cadiz Township, P.O. Box 134 Cadiz,

LEGAL NOTICE

The 2022 annual financial report for Monroe Township, Harrison County is complete and can be viewed by contacting Teresa Love, Fiscal Officer at 330 324-7091. (1:28)

LEGAL NOTICE

The Athens Township 2022 Annual Financial Report is complete and is available for viewing at the Township Office by contacting the Fiscal Officer. David Watson, Fiscal Officer Athens Township (1:28)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

It is the intent of Harrison County to award a health care contract for a one-year term beginning 03/01/2023 and ending 02/28/2024. Harrison County intends to include in the contract a right to automatically extend the term of the contract for additional one-year terms, provided such extensions are in the best interests of the parties.

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Ohio 43907. (1:21,28,2:4) PUBLIC NOTICE The following matters are the subject of this public notice by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. The complete public notice, including any additional instructions for submitting comments, requesting information, a public hearing, filing an appeal, or ADA accommodations may be obtained at: https://epa.ohio.gov/actions or Hearing Clerk, Ohio EPA, 50 W. Town St. P.O. Box 1049, Columbus, Ohio 43216. Ph: 614-644-3037 email: HClerk@epa.ohio.gov Application Received for Air Permit EAP Ohio LLC-Stuart Henderson 1112-6 Pad Twp Hwy 225, Scio, OH 43988 ID #: A0073560 Date of Action: 01/17/2023 P0112499-Permit Renewal Application Received for Air Permit EAP Ohio LLC-Henderson South 10-12-6 Pad Twp Hwy 225, Scio, OH 43988 ID #: A0073557 Date of Action: 01/17/2023 P0121687-Permit Renewal Application Received for Air Permit EAP Ohio LLC-Gotshall 1412-5 Pad Burrier Rd, Scio, OH 43986 ID #: A0073561 Date of Action: 01/17/2023 P0112507-Permit Renewal (1:28) LEGAL NOTICE The North Township Annual Financial Report for the year ending 12/31/2022 is complete and filed with the Ohio Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for review by contacting Fiscal Officer, Sue Myers, at 740.945.7283. (1:28) LEGAL NOTICE The Franklin Township Annual Financial Report for the year ending 12/31/2022 is complete and filed with the Ohio Auditor of State. A copy of the report is available for viewing by contacting Fiscal Officer 740-9227578 (1:28) LEGAL NOTICE The Annual Financial Report of the Puskarich Public Library for 2022 has been completed. The report is available for inspection at the office of Brion Schiappa, Fiscal Officer, 200 E. Market Street, Cadiz, Ohio 43907

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Madzia’s 39 not enough in double overtime

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

CADIZ—Jace Madzia turned in a stellar performance last Friday night in a major OVAC 4A showdown. The only problem was, so did Weirton's Colin "G" Cross. On a night

that brought back memories of high-scoring

Kobe Mitchell running the floor in a Huskies uniform, Madzia and Cross combined for a total of 84 points. Cross finished with 45 to lead the Red Riders to an 82-77 victory.

The two teams entered the evening in a dead heat as far as the OVAC 4A championship standings were concerned. The Riders third, and the Huskies fourth, with the winner set to all but lock in their position in the 4A bracket. The cutoff looms after this coming Tuesday's games, and Weir has now jumped into the two line with the victory over the Huskies.

Harrison Central is hanging on to the fourth and final ticket, with a rankings average of 33.286. The Beaver Local Beavers sit in fifth, with an average of 30.375 (as of January 25, 2023).

The Red Riders opened up a number of multi-possession leads throughout the night, but the Huskies continued to have an answer. Most notable to end the third, Corey Lyons banked in a triple at the buzzer to give the Riders a 49-40 lead. The Lyons connection capped off an 11-4 scoring run to close out the frame. Momentum had certainly shifted in favor of the visitors, but momentum swings in high school basketball are prevalent, and little did anyone know, the Huskies were primed to swing things the other direction in the fourth.

A Hayden Cassidy long ball cut the lead to 57-51 with 4:49 remaining in regulation. Moments later, Cassidy showcased his quarterbacking skills, finding Cabot Arbaugh on a fastbreak layup. The lead now cut to five at 61-56. Cassidy once again worked the three-point line, cutting the Riders' advantage to two (61-59) with 1:55 to go. Finally, with 38 seconds left on the fourth quarter clock, Madzia drained two free throws to knot the game at 63-63. The long night of playing catchup was over; the Huskies had tied the game.

Weir elected to dribble out the last possession, running off 31 seconds of the game clock only to miss the rim with the final shot. In overtime, a Madzia free throw gave the Huskies a brief lead at 64-63, but the Riders responded. Cross and Madzia took over the game at this point, trading free throw trips while exchanging the lead for their respective teams an exciting six times over the course of the first overtime period. Cassidy would once

Six basketball seniors celebrated

BY ED BANKS

Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

CADIZ—On Monday night in Cadiz, the Harrison Central Lady Huskies varsity basketball team and coaches celebrated the senior members of the 2022-23 squad. Six members strong, the ceremony saw Maddy Butler, Kayln Ledger, Pierce Jazmyne, Cali Lewis, Emma Fischer, and McKenzie Harbold all paraded and presented with flowers and other gifts as a tribute for their years of playing basketball for Harrison Central.

The game itself was a different story due to Maddy Powers of Malvern. The Ohio topranked prep school athlete scored 32 points

on the night. While totally anticipated, Power’s offensive performance will certainly keep her in the top 5 scorers in the state.

The Huskies lost to the visitors by a score of 55 to 35 but credit their offense to top senior scorers Emma Fischer who had 9 points, and Maddy Butler and McKenzie Harbold, who together split 16 points evenly. Angi Ferri and Danica Rensi each had 3 points, while Kayln Ledger and Maddy Sedgmer each scored 2 points.

Junior high girls score big wins

BY SHARON DALTON Harrison News-Herald Sports Writer

CADIZ—Christmas week was good for the seventh-grade Lady Huskies basketball team. Tuesday, December 27, brought the St. Clairsville Red Devils to the Huskies gym. The Husky defense played tough all evening while limiting the Red Devils to 10. The offense scored 21, with Kelsey Powers leading the way with nine points and Mckynze Bryant and Katie Cumings evenly splitting the dozen.

On Thursday, December 29, the Huskies invaded Richmond to take on the Edison Wildcats. The Huskies played a strong first

For me, winter is the time for dreaming about gardens for the coming spring—what “new” thing you may want to try (i.e., a new type of garden seed, a different variety of tomato, a gardening hack that you may have run across watching YouTube videos, or a new method, to you, of starting seeds). Plans could range from starting seedlings on the east side of your house to using grow lights to heat up a greenhouse that usually is used only in the warmer months.

As a gardener, I am always ready to test what someone else has already tried. I would say most of us who have been “at it” for the whole season, from seedlings to planting, from weeding to harvesting to canning, and then cleaning up the beds for the following year; we look forward to that temporary rest that the winter months bring. However, once I go to the mailbox, and those dang seed catalogs start coming in (I have to laugh at myself for always flipping through whether I need anything or not), I inevitably start the cycle once again—the dreaming, planning, and anticipation of what the new spring season will bring.

quarter before Edison came back in the second quarter to make a close halftime score. However, the second half was all Huskies, with a 46-16 final score. Kelsey Powers led the Huskies scoring 26; McKynze Bryant tallied 16, with Katie Cumings following with four.

The seventh-grade Lady Huskies continued their winning ways on January 2 at home against the visiting Jets of Union Local. In a closely contested game, the Huskies took a halftime lead of 11-6 and held on for an 1814 victory. Kelsey Powers again led the scoring with nine points.

Christmas week would not be so kind to the eighth-grade Lady Huskies. The Red Devils were determined and led throughout the game.

The final score was St. C. 29-HC 19. Mikayla Pelegreen and Randee Hennis led the Huskies, scoring five points each.

On December 29, the eighth-grade Huskies also traveled to play the Edison Wildcats. Once again, Mikayla Pelegreen led with nine points, Keirra Biddle with seven, and Randee Hennis with six. The final score was 49-35.

The new year, however, would see an end to the Huskies’ losing streak. The Huskies came out strong and had a significant lead at the half, 23-4. The Huskies continued with a solid second half finishing with a final score of 3215. Kamryn Carothers led a balanced Husky attack with 10 points.

again come up big for the Huskies in the final seconds of the first extra period, charging the rim to tie the game at 71 with 10 seconds left. No stoppage in play followed Cassidy's lay-in, as a frenzy of action ended with Weir missing the rim with yet another game-clinching shot. One overtime wasn't enough, and fans were treated to another stint of free basketball.

Cassidy would find Madzia cutting through the lane to open up the scoring in the second overtime, giving the Huskies a 73-71 lead. This is where the wheels seemed to be moving too fast for the Huskies, as six consecutive Weir points were posted off of turnovers. Madzia would close the gap once more with two free throws, making it 79-77, but that was as close as the Huskies could get. There were four different occasions in the two overtime periods when the score flat-lined in a deadlock. Couple that with eight lead changes, and it truly was an all-time classic.

Cassidy finished with 19 to follow up on Madzia's big night. Arbaugh pocketed 11-marks to give Head Coach Aaron Foldi three players in double digits. It won't show up in the box score, but Clayton Vermillion, Dan Ody, Mykel Quito, and the emerging defensive specialist Kaden Jurosko all played significant roles from start to finish.

An OVAC Championship isn't the only title the Huskies are chasing. On January 28, the Huskies travel to Bellaire to face the undefeated Martins Ferry Purple Riders for the Buckeye Eight Championship.

The Amish Corner

by Katherine Miller

Hello Everyone, I hope you all had a good week! Are you all enjoying this winter weather? Including the mud?

Last Saturday was Ben and Mary Schwartz’s auction. The lunch stand was for the schools. Andrew and I were there. On Sunday evening, we were over at Mom and Dad’s. It was good to be there as we hadn’t been over lately. Robert, Clara, family, and nephew Andrew were also there. This week I’m just doing the daily’s. Andrew and his two brothers hung up a beef down at Melvin’s. So I’m kind of excited about having fresh hamburger and steaks again.

The things you take for granted… someone else is praying for.

From Katherine’s Kitchen...

Apple Dumplings

2 to 3 apples

Dough:

2 c. flour

2-½ tsp. baking powder

½ tsp. salt

⅔ c. shortening

½ c. milk

Mix together all ingredients. Roll out the dough and cut into six squares. Place ¼ to ½ of an apple on each. Fill the cavity of the apple with sugar & cinnamon. Pat dough around the apple to cover it completely. Place dumplings one inch apart on a greased cake pan.

Sauce:

2 c. brown sugar

¼ tsp. cinnamon

2 c. water

¼ c. butter

Cook for five minutes and pour over dumplings. Bake at 375 for 35-40 minutes. Enjoy!

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Harrison Central senior Jace Madzia made up for lost time last Friday against Weir High. Recently returning from injury, Madzia pushed the Huskies into double overtime, scoring 15 of his 39 in the fourth quarter and overtime periods. NH PHOTOS/D.J. WATSON

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Left to right: Assistant Coach Kara Kenny, JV Coach Steven Coffman, seniors Maddy Butler, Kayln Ledger, Pierce Jazmyne, Head Coach Chase Smith, seniors Cali Lewis, Emma Fischer, and McKenzie Harbold. Rear right: Assistant Coaches Madison Richards and Paige Richards. NH PHOTO/SHARON DALTON

FREEPORT

By Deb Milligan

Thanks to the people who work in the health field.

Happy Birthday-Julie Bologna, Corley Ann Byras, Rob Lowey, Ronnie Engstrom, Wyatt Ferrell, Jennifer Cochran, and Sue Knight.

The community extends its sympathy to Joyce Pettay (formerly of Freeport) on the death of her mother, Ethel (Crimm) Wright Paxton.

Starting in February, WesBanco's hours in Freeport will be changed to Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m., and closed on Saturday.

The 2023 Annual Tippecanoe Fishing & Hunting Swapmeet will be on February 4 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Tippecanoe Firehouse. Admission is $3, and 12 and under are free. You can buy, sell, or trade old, new, and used tackle. Set-up fees are $15 per table. Reservations are required to set up. Call Tim Rickey at 330-204-6065.

On Sunday, January 29, starting at 11 a.m., the Raider Restaurant in Freeport will have a lunch buffet.

There will be a blood drive on February 2 from 3-6 p.m. at Lakeland Academy School in Freeport.

Will the Groundhog see his shadow on February 2?

The family of Ann Bear enjoyed her 86th birthday party at the home of Jim & Tammy Bear at Lock 17 on Sunday.

SMITHFIELD

By Esther McCoy

I got up to a snow-covered lawn and trees last Monday. It sure was pretty. I always tell Lamont to leave the asphalt driveway alone; it will melt in time. But he is afraid the mail delivery person or newspaper carrier will get hurt. Anyhow, we had two pretty days this week.

Crossroads Farm, The Mine, a new youth ministry located in Harrison County, and two established branches in Michigan called Crossroads Farm, The Shed and Crossroads Farm, The Lanes, held youth events last fall, with 552 students participating and 78 students making their first professions of faith across the three branches. A woodlot and corn mazes were filled with student laughter and screams, groups of friends, and solo kids finding friendship. Acres of Land, including barns and a warehouse garage, rang with joy when bands performed at the three locations. The bands had the students singing and dancing, preparing them to hear the student testimonies, followed by the Gospel presentation in a borrowed old barn that had been cleaned and made available "for such a time as this." Crossroads Farm Ministry Director Luke Marshall is from this area, and his wife, Raegan, was raised in rural Michigan.

The Mine recently had "Drive by Prayer." One of the ways they value prayer is through events that teach students how to pray and give them outlets in which to do it. "Drive By Prayer" is one of the favorite prayer events of the year, where the students go to various students' homes and sneakily leave candy and a note that says, "You have been a victim of Drive by Prayer. We prayed for you, signed with love from Crossroads Farm." One group noticed when they were driving away that they had gone to the wrong house. The girls went back to rescue the package and got freaked out by the older couple who lived there.

The Lord takes young and older people to places where He thinks they are needed.

HOPEDALE

By John Wilson

Hi everybody, hope you had a good week. Think spring! Last week we talked about the Hopedale Baseball Association. This week it's the Hopedale Softball Association's turn. They will be holding 2023 sign-ups on January 27-28 and February 10-11. Friday times are 4-6 p.m. and Saturday noon-2 p.m. at the new Hopedale village building (the old preschool). Cost is $45. You can also message them on FaceBook. Ages are 6-18, 10 and under, 14 and under, and 18 and under. Please bring a birth certificate to register.

Sign-ups for Cadiz Baseball will be held on the following dates at the Cadiz Fire Department in the upstairs meeting room. January 29 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. and February 4 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Parents or guardians, please bring a copy of your child's birth certificate. They will not have a copier to use on-site. Prices and ages: T-Ball $40 (35), Coach pitch $50 (6-8 boys) (6-9 girls), Mustang $55 (9-10), Bronco $60 (11-12), and Pony $70 (13-14).

The Hopedale Church of Christ will be hosting a dinner on Saturday, February 11, at 5 p.m. On the menu are soup, salad, breadsticks, and sheet cake. They plan on hosting a dinner each month, join them for good food and fellowship!

The Cadiz Eagles will be holding a Fish Fry on January 27 from 5–8 p.m. Dine in or carry out; call 740-942-3026.

The Harrison County Farm Bureau will be hosting a Square Dance at the Harrison County Fairgrounds on February 25 at 6 p.m. Food and refreshments will be available while supplies last, no charge to dance but donations are welcome. Dan Kirk will be the caller and all are welcome! My Grammy and Pap used to love to square dance, sounds like fun! Hope you all have a good week. If you have any news you want me to add, please e-mail me at hopedalenews@yahoo.com.

SCIO

By Cindy Spiker

Good day! Plans for the 2023 Scio Street Fair are underway. Midways by M & J will be providing rides, games, and food. Street Fair dates are August 9-12; mark it on your calendar!

If you are looking for something local to do, BrightSide Tavern in Jewett has a lot of fun events planned for the months to come. Their calendar is booked through the fall. Events include an 80s night, trivia nights, Euchre, live acoustic shows, comedy hypnosis, comedy magicians, dart and pool tournaments, Brightside Voice (season 2), lots of karaoke, and more acoustic shows from favorites. They have a big new patio being added to the back of the building as well. Bike nights and more entertainment will return in May. Follow BrightSide Tavern on Facebook to see the events as they are posted each month. Word has been received of the passing of Bill Eshelman. Bill was a 1964 graduate of Scio High School. Please contact me with any notices, news, or upcoming events that you would like included in this column. scionews@ myyahoo.com or 740-945-4844.

REMINDERS: Scio Vol. Fire Dept. Roast Beef Dinner, Sunday, January 29, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Scio Fire Hall, 318 W. Main Street. All-You-CanEat, $15 adults, $8 under age 10. Eat in or carry out. All proceeds go to the building fund.

The Scio Volunteer Fire Department's "Night at the Races" will be held Saturday, February 11 at the Scio Fire Hall, 318 W. Main Street. Admission charge is $20 for horse owner and guest, food and beverages included. Dinner will be served starting at 5:45 p.m. Post Time is 7 p.m. There will be a 50/50 drawing, raffles, and door prizes. Must be 21 years of age. To purchase a horse, contact JT Thompson at 740-945-0260, Conner Baxter at 330-771-7673, Evan Myers at 740-491-0646, or Reese Beasley at 740491-2799. The last day to purchase a horse is Sunday, January 29. Proceeds go to the building addition fund.

DID YOU KNOW?… The region where Scio stands now was settled shortly after 1800 by farmers who came to this country from England.

ADENA

By Alyssa Howard

Saturday, January 28, Zane Run is bringing its unique sound to Black Sheep Vineyard. Stop out at 7:30 p.m. and hear a mix of rock, country, and a little pop to get you moving.

L.A. Pizza has a Valentine's Day dinner special for Tuesday, February 1, $50 steak dinner for two. Slots are filling up. Call 740-546-2167 for a reservation. L.A. Pizza is hosting a Karaoke Night on Saturday, January 28, at 10 p.m. with Jason Gebhard. Come sing your hearts out!

Adena Branch Library is having a puzzle swap on Monday, January 30, from 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Need a new puzzle to do or trying to clean your personal space filled with old ones? Take your gently used puzzle and swap it for a new one at the library.

Come on Monday, January 30, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for story time at Adena Branch Library for children ages 5-10. Children will listen to stories, sing songs, and complete an art activity. Registration is required by visiting or calling the library at 740-546-3782.

Take your child to make a Valentine's Day craft on Thursday, February 2, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Adena Branch Library. Supplies are provided. Register by calling 740-546-3782.

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

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

DILLONVALE

By Alyssa Howard

Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library is having a puzzle swap on Monday, January 30, from 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Need a new puzzle to do or trying to clean your personal space filled with old ones? Take your gently used puzzle and swap it for a new one at the library.

Come on Tuesday, January 31, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for story time at DillonvaleMt. Pleasant Library for children ages 5-10.

Children will listen to stories, sing songs, and complete an art activity. Registration is required by visiting or calling the library at 740-769-2090. Do story time when it's convenient for you. On Thursday, February 2, from 11 a.m.-noon, Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library will have a book and craft in a grab-and-go bag. This month the book included is called Feathers for Lunch by Lois Ehlert. Available while supplies last.

Take your child to make a Valentine's Day craft on Thursday, February 2, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Dillonvale-Mt. Pleasant Library. Supplies are provided. Register by calling 740-769-2090.

COVID-19 rapid tests are available at all PLSJ locations for FREE. Please call the branch in advance for pickup: DillonvaleMt. Pleasant Library 740-769-2090.

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

DEERSVILLE By Susan Adams

Wednesday, January 18, the Woody Paul Blanket Mission met with nine people making 14 blankets that will be given away to bring comfort to someone in need of comfort. The group enjoyed a wonderful, covered dish lunch. The next get-together will be Wednesday, February 22. That is the 4th Wednesday in February.

Thursday, February 2, at 11 a.m., will be the next meeting of the Women of Mission at the Deersville UM Church at the Deersville General Store, with Melissa Green doing the program.

Sunday, February 19, at 6 p.m., the Deersville UM Church will be presenting a singspiration, "Make a Joyful Noise." All are invited to enjoy an evening of inspiring music. A free-will donation will be taken, with all proceeds going to help with the restoration of the stained glass windows at this 140-year-old church. If you cannot come, please consider sending a donation to help with the windows to Deersville UM Church, PO Box 59, Deersville, Ohio 44693-0059, and put in the memo of the check "Window Fund." If you have any questions, call Joy Miles at 740-229-8928 or Tim McMillen at 330-340-2201. It will be a wonderful evening!

Save the date: Wednesday, February 22 at 6 p.m. Dr. Scott Pendleton, Harrison County Historical Society will be presenting a program in honor of "Black History Month" on the black troops from Harrison County who fought in the Civil War. One such soldier is Charles Jordan, who was a slave in the south, a cook for the southern troops, freed at the Battle of Vicksburg, came to Little Zion in Stock Township Harrison County, enlisted in a Union troop unit of black soldiers, served in some rough battles, came back to Little Zion, went to school at Beaver Dam School, married Margaret Peterson at Deersville, and the couple went on to have 16 children. A very interesting man.

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

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

Sunday, March 26, at 2 p.m., and Monday, March 27, at 6 p.m. will be open auditions for the spring musical “Godspell” at the Deersville Community Theater, 208 Main St, Deersville, Ohio. One only needs to attend one audition day to try out for a part. Godspell is old English for "Good Tale." Though the show tells the story of Jesus Christ and his followers, the overall message is one of community. Members of all faiths are welcome to participate in this show. All ages are welcome! There will be both speaking and singing parts available. If you don't want to be on stage, they will need backstage help as well. Please come to auditions to network with the production team. For vocal auditions, please come with a prepared song of your choice. They will have a pianist available if you have sheet music. They will have a small Bluetooth speaker available for those choosing to use electronic accompaniment. The production will take place June 15-18. Come make new friends and learn new skills while helping bring this amazing show to life!

Thank you to the choir at the Deersville UM Church for the special music Sunday, January 22, when they sang "He's Everything to Me." They do such a fantastic job. Thank you all for taking your free time to practice so that the congregation and the folks on Facebook are blessed. You make it look effortless.

Save the Date: Monday, April 3, 2023, at

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

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

If anyone has any news items they would like printed in the paper, please call me at 740-942-3137. If I am not home, please leave a message on my voicemail and I will return the call.

HOLLOWAY By Susan Adams

Sunday, February 5, at 2 p.m., author Kathy Schulz will be at the Underground Railroad Museum in Flushing for a book review on her book "The Underground Railroad in Ohio." Her book is about a dark time in our history when thousands of freedom seekers traveled the Underground Railroad through Ohio. This epic past was obscured by silence and secrecy and then distorted with misinformation and folklore—until now. The author and native Ohioan, Kathy Schulz, has lived at two major Underground Railroad junctions and wants Americans to know that the Underground Railroad was mostly in Ohio and mostly above ground, not in tunnels! Kathy will be sharing accurate details of the development and workings of Ohio's Underground Railroad with true stories. This will be a very interesting presentation.

The Holloway UM Church is still holding services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Donations are always welcomed. Send to: Holloway UM Church, PO Box 173, Holloway, Ohio 43985. The church has two rooms available to rent for wedding-baby showers or meetings. Call Ruth Robertson for more information at 740-968-4264.

If you need to speak to someone at the city building (mayor's office or water department), please call 740-968-4024 for an appointment. If there is an emergency, please call 740-510-5521. There is a drop box in the city building door for water bill payments. Please, no cash payment, just a check or money order.

The Old Timers facilities are available for your birthday parties, weddings or receptions, family reunions, etc. To inquire or to book your event, contact Anita Schaeffer at 740-433-5074, Lori Sharp at 740-510-0841, Kelli Baker at 740-685-2750, or Linda Nester at 740-541-5401. Dates are filling up, so if you need the building, please call to get your date reserved. This is a very nice venue with lots of parking.

The Holloway Old Timers Association NEEDS YOUR HELP in planning the 2023 Old Timers Baseball Festival that will take place in early September. Active members are few, thus making it difficult to prepare and pull off a great festival. That has been the biggest challenge. If you can help out, if you have any ideas (including contacts) for any activity, please contact the group through messenger on Facebook. As with any festival, they are asking for donations of food, prizes, soda, and water. Entertainment etc., is expensive. For more information, contact Kenny Staten at 740-381-6124 or Linda Nester at 740-541-5401. FYI: This will be the 75th Annual Old Timers. Much help is appreciated and needed.

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

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

Keep up with Holloway happenings on Facebook pages: Village of Holloway; Holloway VFD Activities; Holloway United Methodist Church; Holloway Old Timers Baseball Assoc. - Holloway Baseball Festival, and Growing Up in Holloway.

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

UNIONPORT

By

Mary Catherine Mull

Appreciation and a big big thank you from the Wayne Township Community Center to each and every one who helped or attended the recent breakfast that was held in Unionport.

Mr. & Mrs. Louis Rensi have returned home after a vacation in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Read 2 Chronicles 7:14.

Bible study will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m., and prayer service will be at 9:30 a.m. in Unionport at the Unionport United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome, and it is open to the public. Call 740-9441609 for information.

Andre`and Christine Trice and family have returned home after a ski trip over in the mountains of Pennsylvania. A Valentine’s Day event is being planned around February 14, 2023; additional info will follow (740-944-1445).

MWCD park rangers awarded

What is your vision for the future of Harrison County: What changes will you advocate for in 2023?

Amy Norris: I would like to see our population grow. Retaining business and attracting more businesses is also important so that our children and their children for years to come will have decent-paying jobs that would allow them to stay local. I don’t want to see kids have to move away from their families for work. In order for this to happen, we have to work together as a group for the betterment of our county.

Paul Coffland: We want to prepare for growth in that we need to build the infrastructure to support new business. That comes with the need for housing, public services, and support systems for new people. We need to create a climate that strengthens our existing businesses and allows growth when needed. We also need to work toward developing a workforce that caters to local needs and keeps our youth in the area. Again, I believe a key component of this is broadband and workforce development.

Dustin Corder: I see Harrison County as an area that has a lot of opportunity for growth and economic development without urbanizing our county. We can do that by focusing on attracting new business, continuing to support existing business, and promoting Harrison County as a great place to invest. This vision will extend well past 2023.

What do you view as the biggest strength of Harrison County?

Amy Norris: Our residents! They are the ones that have chosen to make this county their home. Our natural resources and our recreational attractions are also great strengths for the area.

Paul Coffland: We are financially sound and must remain so. We have built relationships with villages/townships to help address infrastructure needs across the county. But one of our biggest strengths is our people. From citizens to volunteers to county employees, we have a great core group of people in Harrison County.

Dustin Corder: Harrison County’s size related to its population is a big strength. We have that small-town feel but with room to grow and not lose that tight-knit feeling!

How will you make an impact in the county this year?

Amy Norris: I want to make sure I am being accessible to the residents and agencies within our county when they have concerns.

Paul Coffland: I’m working every day to improve and stay on top of all the projects we have underway. I ensure I am making fiscally sound decisions and promoting Harrison County in a professional manner, representing our county at the local, regional, and state levels.

Dustin Corder: I am working to strengthen the relationships throughout the county by being accessible and open. I also want to listen to the concerns and needs of the community and work collaboratively with my fellow commissioners and other county offices to address them.

The commissioners also collectively responded to a couple of key questions for the community in 2023:

How can the residents of Harrison County support the commissioners in 2023?

Residents can always help by engaging with their communities and us to foster a positive outcome for our future. We are here to serve the residents to the best of our ability. As public servants, we welcome our residents to contact us by phone or email, or they can always attend our weekly meetings to address any of their concerns.

What is the biggest challenge for Harrison County? What steps are being taken to overcome this?

A big challenge, as has been mentioned a few times, is broadband availability. To work through this challenge, we are constantly meeting with companies, lobbying, and working with state and federal officials to close the gap in coverage.

ATWOOD LAKE—The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) announced today that it had been recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2022 by Lexipol, the nation’s leading provider of policy, training, and wellness support for first responders and public servants.

“I am very proud of the Ranger Department for this recognition,” says Craig Butler, MWCD Executive Director. “MWCD’s excellence in policy and policy training enhances community safety by ensuring consistent, effective response based on national best practices. We are proud to be recognized by Lexipol Connect for continuously improving professionalism and safety.”

MWCD Rangers are required to be certified police officers within the State of Ohio and have full police powers on MWCD property and adjacent property. To become a certified police officer, they must complete the Ohio Police Officer Training Academy. The requirements include intense training on Ohio laws, search and seizure,

self-defense training, use of force training, firearms, pursuit driving, human behaviors, de-escalation techniques, diversity, first aid, and numerous other topics. The MWCD employs 34 rangers who are guided by professional policies that are written by Lexipol and are nationally recognized as best practices for law enforcement agencies.

The job duties for an MWCD Ranger can vary daily from patrolling camp areas, cottage areas, and lakes to providing Ohio boater or hunter education courses to the community. They also conduct safety checks, respond to noise complaints, criminal violations, and assist other nearby agencies. Lake Rangers complete vessel inspections, investigate boating accidents, and patrol the waterways to ensure safety.

“Our rangers are committed to ensuring the safety of our guests who visit the MWCD lakes and surrounding communities,” said Scott Barnhart, Interim MWCD Chief Ranger. “Our rangers are committed to delivering a standard of excellence through their policy management efforts that reduce the risk for personnel and those we serve.”

The Road to Maturity Good

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

“Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, then you will mature and grow up in your salvation.” 1 Peter 2:2

Those words imply that we are not spiritually mature when we come to faith in Jesus and that there is a maturing process that takes place over the years. Genesis chapter 5 tells us that God created human beings in His image, and Ephesians 5 says we are to be imitators of God. So, how do we go from acting like us to acting like Him?

There’s an old joke where someone asks, “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” and the answer is, “Practice, practice, practice.” It’s the same answer for us. The apostle Paul prayed for the Colossians that “God will give you complete knowledge of his will with spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always please the Lord; you’ll produce good fruit and experience growth as you learn to know God better and better.” That last phrase, “better and better,” tells us that maturity happens progressively, not all at once. When we pay attention to how we are growing up in our salvation, we pay close attention to God’s Word. Jesus said, “Man shall not live by bread

alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” Those words that we are to live by are found in the Bible. Peter’s epistle tells us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus”

The grace we grow in is recognizing just how big God’s grace is toward us and that it’s that same grace He wants us to give to those around us. People who receive God’s grace find it easier to give grace back to others. But people who find it difficult to receive God’s grace because they feel they must earn God’s favor find it hard to give grace.

“If I have to earn my way with God, then you have to earn your way with me” is the sub-conscious philosophy. But that’s not how it works. Paul wrote to the Thessalonians, “May the Lord cause you to grow in love toward one another and that you increase more and more.” I heard about a track coach who had a two-fold philosophy for his runners. “The first half of the race, run as fast as you can,” he told them. “Then, in the second half…speed up! Coach knew that we naturally let up without realizing it. His advice to his runners goes right along with the sound Spiritled directive Paul gave to us regarding love and spiritual growth “I urge you brothers and sisters, increase more and more.” The road to maturity doesn’t happen overnight, but it sure is worth the trip.

The Sons of the American Legion donated $3,000 to the Cadiz American Legion this week. This was the first major donation toward putting a new roof on the legion’s building, a project that will cost around $30,000. Legion members expressed gratitude to the sons for the donation. In the last three years, the sons have donated over $15,000 to the legion, money that has been necessary for the operations and management of the legion. They are accepting any help from the public for the roof, send donations to 336 E. Spring St. in Cadiz. From right to left: Ed Long and Steve Keesey accept the $3,000 check from son’s members Stan Twarog, Dave Swann, Dan Watson, Eric Miller, Chuck Yoho, Mark Thompson, and Eric Vancamp. NH PHOTO/CORNELIA GRACE

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Young children are invited to enjoy readaloud stories together with songs after. There are also ready-to-make crafts available for children to make, and the children’s room is separated from the rest of the library. Anyone interested can inquire about ages, days, and times for the summer reading programs that are available while children are on break from school.

“It’s fun to be here, watching patrons of all ages enjoy what we have to offer,” Birney stated. “Not only do we offer new books available, but we have DVDs and video games as well. Anyone is welcome to get a library card to use immediately at the Scio Library. We are connected statewide. If we don’t have it, we can see if we can get it. I’m not sure many realize this, but it is good to know.”

Anyone interested in any of these, or upcoming events, can contact the Scio Branch Library staff. The library also offers a free quarterly newsletter regarding information on new books and upcoming events. The staff at Scio Branch Library are always ready and available to assist the public by calling 740-945-6811.