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 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. 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.

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.

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.

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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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).