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Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Alleged shoplifters flee, then caught with suspected Methamphetamine By Pete Wilson - Executive Editor
Two women initially accused of shoplifting in Jackson last Friday evening, May 25, face greater legal problems after they allegedly attempted to flee from police and Methamphetamine was later found in their vehicle. Jackson Police have filed felony-level charges of Possession Of Drugs and misdemeanor-level charges of Theft against 27year-old Sarah A. Cantrell of State Route 159, Chillicothe, and 38-year-old Kimberly D. Fury of State Route 551, Waverly. Cantrell also faces a misdemeanor-level charge of Fleeing and Eluding. At 9:38 p.m. Walmart representatives
informed police two females had just fled from the store in a vehicle after allegedly shoplifting some items. Cantrell, who was driving, refused to pull over for one officer just outside the store, but their vehicle was successfully blocked moments later a bit farther west on East Main Street in front of Ohio Valley Bank by another officer’s cruiser. In a subsequent search of their vehicle, police found several baggies containing white powder believed to be Methamphetamine. Three pills, believed to be Morphine, were also found as were 11 pills believed to be Alprazolam. The powder and pills were sent to Ohio Bureau of See SHOPLIFTERS, A3
Photo By Red Thompson, Jr.
Photo By Red Thompson, Jr.
Flag, a kid, and a dog enjoy Memorial Day
Leading the Festival of Flags Parade
Rozelle Sims waved to the crowd as she served as the Grand Marshal for the 2012 Festival of Flags Parade held Sunday afternoon May 27. Sims is 100 years old and the festival committee felt she should be honored. For The Telegram’s pictorial coverage of the festival, see Pages A8 through A11 of today’s issue.
Jackson Express Grand Opening Celebration set for this weekend By Aprille Park Telegram Staff Writer
Jackson Express, 779 E. Main St. Jackson, will hold a grand opening celebration this Friday and Saturday, June 1 and 2 and members of the community are encouraged to attend. Manager of Jackson Express, Nicole Russell, said the event will include “live remote” broadcasts from The Radio both Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., and from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. There will be drawings and “several prizes” will be given during the event, Russell said, including a grand prize of a “three-day trip” for two. The winner of the grand prize will be given a list of destinations from which to choose for the trip. During the event, “milkshakes, hot-dogs, and pop corn” will be available, as well as “free samples” of Velvet Ice Cream. For more information, see advertisement on Page A6, this issue of The Telegram.
Heidi Marks, a fourth grader at Vinton County South Elementary, and her dog Pugsley, are enjoying the Hamden Memorial Day Parade. There were two Memorial Day Observations conducted Monday, one at Elk Cemetery in McArthur and one at Hamden Cemetery in Hamden. See coverage of both on Page A4, this issue of The Telegram.
Teacher Juanita Leedy retires after 11 years at CLA By Red Thompson, Jr. Telegram Staff Writer
“It has been a wonderful experience and I hate to see it end,” said Christian Life Academy teacher Juanita Leedy. She is wrapping up 11 years of teaching at the Jackson based school as well as an overall 36 year career in Christian Education. She and husband Ken, the pastor of the Oak Hill First Baptist Church, are both retiring and moving back to Ravenswood, W.Va. to be near their family. Her last day of teaching was Thursday, May 24. She has recently been teaching the
Christian Life Academy Principal Melissa Boggs (left) is pictured with Juanita Leedy as she finished out her 11-stint as the school. Boggs said Leedy will be greatly missed
first grade class. Leedy explained teaching at the school has been like
making a scrapbook of memories and she has been truly blessed by the Lord.
“I have absolutely loved my 11 years here at CLA,” said Leedy. “I love my parents and had a special relationship with all of them. I have students who have graduated and went on and still drop by to see me. I could not think of a better place to work or better people to work with.” She also enjoyed working on the school’s Apple Festival Float which won a prize a couple years ago, the Spring Social, the Easter Egg Hunt and she will always appreciate being named Teacher of the Year. See LEEDY, A3
Hannon family, friends help mow Ridgewood Cemetery By Steven P. Keller Telegram Managing Editor
When Master Sergeant Shawn Hannon of Grove City was laid to rest in Wellston’s Ridgewood Cemetery April 17, a tremendous group of Wellston and area residents lined the streets of the city to show their respect and honor the service of Hannon who was killed April 4 while on military duty in Afghanistan for the Ohio Army National Guard. After the service at the cemetery, family members said they would return to Wellston to help mow the cemetery so it would be ready for Memorial Day. Saturday, May 26, they delivered on that promise. Hannon’s mother, Diana (now Forrester), told The Telegram Shawn was also the son of Wayne Hannon who
was known to Wellston residents as a member of the DeMolay Chapter, an organization dedicated to teaching young men to be better persons and leaders. Wayne Hannon attended school in Zaleski, but lived with his grandmother, Bessie McCall, who lived north of Hamden and taught school in Wellston 40 years. Shawn Hannon is buried with his grandparents in Ridgewood. “I will never forget coming into Wellston when we buried Shawn,” Diana said. “There was a school bus and all the windows were open and every person in the bus was saluting as we passed. “I will never forget it.” The group arrived in several vehicles, one of them pulling a trailer loaded with mowers, and shortly after their arrival they were treated to a free pancake breakfast at
the Wellston Fire Department and later to hamburgers, hot-dogs, potatoe salad, and all the fixings at the cemetery in a picnic dinner organized by Mayor Connie Pelletier. All the food was donated by Wellston and Jackson businesses with desserts being created by members of the Making Wellston Beautiful organization. In between breakfast and lunch the Hannon group helped mow a section of the cemetery on the south side. Some city workers and community volunteers also helped with the mowing. As she watched the mowing taking place and spending time with the Hannon family, Pelletier said, “This is what Wellston is all about. We all help each other and having the Hannon family here to help is very special today. Everyone here is truly appreciated.”
Photo By Steven P. Keller
Diana Forrester, front center, is the mother of Master Sergeant Shawn Hannon who was buried in Wellston’s Ridgewood Cemetery April 17. In the back row, center, is Hannon’s brother, Scott Forrester. Others in the photo are members of a soccer team in which Shawn Hannon was involved. They are Travis Modglin, Jeff Foster, Barien Brock, Derek Kesig, Andy O’Day, Jerry Bausch, and Andrew Alonso.
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OBITUARIES Kelly Mahley Herald Kelly Mahley Herald, age 47, of Chillicothe, and a former resident of Wellston, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012, at her home. She was born January 14, 1965 in Gallipolis, Ohio. Kelly was a homemaker and a member of the Rolling Thunder, Inc. She is survived by her parents, Jean Grant Haybron of Kelly Mahley Herald Union Furnace and Barry M. Mahley of Hamden; husband, Jeffery B. Herald of Chillicothe; children, Megan Montgomery (Kevin) of Chillicothe, Drew Jenkins of McArthur and Ricky Morrison of Columbus; step-sons, Joseph Herald (Kendra) of Frankfort and Joshua Herald of Cincinnati; grandchildren, Gavin Trent and McKenna Teets; brothers, Carey Mahley of Wellston, Matthew Mahley of Wellston, Terry Lee Nicholson of Hamden and Timmy Doles of Hamden; sisters, Ashley McClaskey of Wellston and Melissa Bishop of Jackson; mother-in-law, Carmen Carol of Chillicothe, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Kelly was preceded in death by her grandparents, Wilford “Bundy” and Hazel Grant and Roy Roberts and Nora Roberts. Calling hours will be Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston. Funeral services will be Friday at 1 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Ridgewood Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.mcwilliams-funeralhome.com.
Photo By Pete Wilson
Jackson County EMS conducts Kids Day In conjunction with EMS Week, Jackson County EMS conducted special events Saturday afternoon, May 26, at both the Jackson and Oak Hill stations. The Jackson station, located along Holzer Clinic of Jackson property on Pattonsville Road, conducted a Kids Day complete with a bounce house, a wading pool, free food, and demonstrations from MedFlight, the Jackson Fire Department, as well as Jackson County EMS. Pictured (from the left) are some of the emergency-service professionals who were on hand for the event: Jennifer Young of Jackson County EMS, Mike Klingaman of the Jackson Fire Department, Robin Reynolds of Jackson County EMS, Jackson Fire Chief Doug Reed, Jackson County EMS Jackson Station Supervisor Debbie Willis, Gwen Mercer of Jackson County EMS, Dustin Williams of MedFlight, Tani Yerian of Jackson County EMS, Greg Schano of MedFlight and George Mapes of Jackson County EMS.
Thomas C. Harrison Thomas C. Harrison, age 71, of Oak Hill, Ohio, passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 at his residence. He was born January 15, 1941 in Oak Hill, Ohio, to the late Thurman and Louise (Crabtree) Harrison. He graduated from Oak Hill High School with the class of 1959, and he retired from the village of Oak Hill after 30 years. He continued to be self employed. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary (Elcess) Harrison, whom he married June 5, 1959; daughter, Robin (Jimmy) Slone; son, Johnny (Rhonda) Harrison; five grandchildren, who were the pride and joy of his life: Justin Ryan Harrison, Jamie Allyn Slone, Jesse James Slone, Jonathon Richard Harrison, Ashton Jon (AJ) Harrison; and one brother, Ginger Crabtree. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four brothers, Ronnie, Johnny, Michael and Myron Harrison. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 1, 2012 at the Kuhner-Lewis Funeral Home with Rev. Stan Howard officiating. Burial will follow in C.M. Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Oak Hill High School Athletic Fund, care of, Rhonda Harrison, 205 Western Ave., Oak Hill Ohio, 45656. Online condolences may be sent to: www.e-k-lewisfuneral.com.
Hazel R. McCoy Hazel R. McCoy, age 82, of Oak Hill, passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 in Oak Hill. She was born March 26, 1930 in Oak Hill to the late Carl and Eva (Crabtree) Snyder. She was a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church in Oak Hill and a member of the Eastern Star. She is survived by son, Bobby McCoy Jr., of Warner Robins, GA; daughter, Pam (Greg) Frisby, of Oak Hill; grandchildren, Jenny Rae, Tabytha Malloy, Stephen McCoy, Vanessa Frisby, and Gregory Frisby; two brothers, Dave (Polly) Snyder and Danny Snyder; sisters, Melba Boggs, Patsy Snyder, Sandy (Jay) Potter, Bonnie (Robert) Kuhn, and Donna Jean Adkins. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by daughter, Debra Sue McCoy; granddaughter, Debra Dawn Frisby; great-granddaughter, Magdahlena; three brothers, Carl "Buddy," John and Robert Snyder; one sister, Peggy Adkins; one infant sister, Madelyn Snyder and one infant brother, Billy Keith Snyder. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 31, 2012 at the Kuhner-Lewis Funeral Home with Rev. Fred Crabtree officiating. Burial will follow in Horeb Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday, May 30, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to: www.e-k-lewisfuneral.com.
Samuel E. “Cap” Marcum Samuel E. "Cap" Marcum, age 74, of Oak Hill, passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 at his residence. He was born November 30, 1937 in Lawrence County to the late Wilson and Edna (Martin) Marcum. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Verna (Woods) Marcum, of Oak Hill; son, Samuel W. (Susan) Marcum, of Oak Hill; daughters, Cindy (Allen) Rutherford, of Patriot, Ohio, and Stacey (Ronnie) Bond, of Jackson, Ohio. He is also survived by four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Lee Clark, of Kansas City, Kansas; one sister, Josie McKenzie, of Washington D.C., and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his birth mother, Chlotine Cehura. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 31, 2012 at the Kuhner-Lewis Funeral Home with Rev. Cline Rawlins officiating. Burial will follow in Horeb Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday, May 30, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home with a masonic service at 7:30. Online condolences may be sent to www.e-k-lewisfuneral.com.
Tri-State Crash and Pull Weekend set In an effort at combining fundraising and entertainment the Gallia County Fair Board and River Valley FFA are hosting an exciting two-day event this weekend at the Fairgrounds on State Route 160 near Gallipolis. The “Tri-State Crash and Pull Weekend” is a two-day event featuring truck and tractor pulls Friday evening, June 1, and a huge demolition derby Saturday afternoon, June 2. “The weekend is designed to provide great, low-priced entertainment, while generating revenue for two organizations,” said Kelley Fellure, Vice-President of the Fair
Board. Net proceeds of the Friday event - the truck and tractor pull - benefit the River Valley FFA. Net monies from the Saturday afternoon event the Demolition Derby - are placed into a fund for eventual relocation of the Gallia County Fairgrounds, to a better location adjacent to the current site. Admission to The “Crash and Pull Weekend” is priced at $8 per day. Consumers can purchase a special $10, twoday pass Friday at the gate, which covers all Friday and Saturday events. To find out more, visit www.galliacountyfair.org - or call Kelly Fellure at 740-367-7811.
ABOVE/LEFT: The professionals from the MedFlight station in Wellston were at the Kids Day event Saturday, May 26, at the Jackson County EMS’s Jackson station. Pictured is MedFlight Registered Nurse and Paramedic Dustin Williams (right) allowing several local youngsters the opportunity to sit in the helicopter. The kids (from the left) are: Reid Miller, Trey Miller, and Nolan Willis. ABOVE/RIGHT: One of the best places to be on a hot afternoon at the Jackson County EMS’s Jackson Station was playing in the wading pool. Pictured is 2-year-old Blayden Tripp of Jackson playing with a sponge while his mom, Amber Tripp, looks on.
Principal takes pie in face to salute Relay team By Pete Wilson Executive Editor
The students at Jackson’s Southview Elementary School got their Memorial Day holiday weekend off to a satisfying start as they watched Principal Phillip Kuhn have a pie shoved in his face. Principal Kuhn was a good sport for a good cause, the Jackson County Relay For Life and the fight against cancer. The pie-in-the-face event was staged before the Southview student body in the school gymnasium Friday afternoon, May 25. It was to celebrate the the success of the new Kids For A Cure Relay team which had just collected $331.44 in a fund drive at the school. The Kids For A Cure team, composed of 17 Southview Elementary students, is believed to be the first Jackson County Relay For Life team completely composed of elementary school-aged students.
Photos By Pete Wilson
ABOVE/LEFT: Jackson Southview Elementary Principal Phillip Kuhn (center) accepts a cream pie in the face from students Tate White (left) and Emma Williams Friday, May 25, before the student body in the school gymnasium. Principal Kuhn was a good sport about the pie because he wanted to salute the Kids For A Cure Relay For Life team for collecting $331.44 for the fight against cancer. ABOVE/RIGHT: Southview Elementary School Principal Phillip Kuhn is pictured just moments after he received a pie in the face at the school gymnasium Friday afternoon.
Team co-captains Tate White and Emma Williams had the honor of throwing the cream pie in the principal’s face, much to the delight of the students and school staffers. Members of the Kids For A Cure team are: Mitchell Mapes, Maddie Walburn, Broc Williams, Marley Stroth, Jillian Evans, Owen White, Kaylee Ball, Emily Mapes, Courtney Perry, Josie Ball, Gracie Walburn, Emma Stroth, Blake Mercer, Aubrey O’Brien, Haley Webb, Wyatt Hemsley and Braiden Rauber, Nathan McManaway, and Dylan McManaway.
OBITUARIES James D. Mokren James (Jim) D. Mokren, age 75, of Jackson, passed away with his children by his side. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to John and Sophie Mokren on March 3, 1937. A funeral service will be held Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Christ United Methodist Church, 150 Portsmouth Street, Jackson, OH 45640 at 11 a.m., Pastor Dave Roach, Celebrant. A full military burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery, 12 Fairmount Street, Jackson, OH 45640. (A FULL OBITUARY WILL RUN THIS SATURDAY.)
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Assistance available for Coalton sewer hookups
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Flags Honor Veterans in Coalton Cemetery
Coalton Councilman Brett Shultz, second from left, was unhappy that the Coalton Cemetery had been overlooked this year with Memorial Day Flags. According to Coalton Mayor Kim Milliken, Shultz was able to get enough flags and put together a team to put the flags out. He called upon Greg Milliken, shown left, who was happy to help out and had helped last year. Greg then called his brother Dave, third from left, and also his cousin Jim Milliken, right, to put the flags out. Village employees, along with a lot of help from Municipal Court Community Service Workers, had the cemetery looking great for Memorial Day. Mayor Milliken said, “Thanks to Brett, we have flags on all Veterans Graves. Brett just made it happen.”
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Coalton Mayor Kim Milliken is advising residents the village is in the process of constructing a sanitary sewer collection system that will be serving resident properties. Once construction is complete and sewer service is available, connection to the public sewer system is mandatory for all premises to the system. The system runs from a new wastewater treatment facility in Coalton to Glen Roy. If you determine you are eligible, you must complete an application and provide proof of income (2 current pay stubs) and ownership (property deed) and return the information to Kim Reynolds. If you have questions or concerns, call 740-947-2853 or 1-800-223-7491 and ask for Reynolds or Jessica Purdon. Applications are available at the Village of Coalton Mayor's Office. OVRDC staff will be available today, May 30, 2012 at the Mayor’s Office, 10 South Second Street, if you have questions or need assistance with the application. Hookup Assistance is available for lowincome homeowners who are eligible to receive grant funds to finance the cost of extending the line on their property to the sewage collection line and the cost to abandon their existing septic tank. Up to $100,000 is available for those eligible in the Coalton area for assistance with hookups from Community Development Block Grants. The amount of funds distributed is based on the number of households eligible and the cost of the hook-ups. Eligible homeowners' income must not exceed the most recent HUD Section 8 Income Limits available. The current Section 8 Income Limits are listed below. Section 8 Income Limits: 1 Person, $29,650. 2 Person, $33,850. 3 Person, $38,100. 4 Person, $42,300. 5 Person, $45,700. 6 Person, $49,100. 7 Person, $52,500. 8 Person, $55,850. Applications will be accepted and reviewed during one of the following dates and times at the Village of Coalton Mayor's
Office. Take the application and the other necessary documents to one of the scheduled review sessions. The deadline for application submittal is July 14, 2012. Any application received after the deadline will be considered only if funds are remaining. The process for determining and distributing the $100,000 in low-income hookup funds is the following: Applications will be provided and assistance available in completing the application the following dates and times: Today, May 30, 2012, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. July 11, 2012, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Applications including proof of income and ownership of property accepted from homeowners. (ex. SSI Statement, two check stubs from employer, deed or life estate). Applications reviewed, eligible homeowners determined by OVRDC. Applicants notified of their eligibility and provided a list of certified contractors to complete the work. (Line installation and abandoning septic systems). Homeowners submit to Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission at least 2 estimates. (OVRDC reviews and recommends contractor). Homeowners enter into contract with selected contractor (contract is the estimate with signatures of contractor and homeowner). Homeowners will be notified of date to begin connecting to the sewage system. Owner occupied and persons purchasing properties by land contract are eligible for grant funding. Life estates are eligible as long as the income of the current resident is examined. Renters are not responsible for home hookups. No easements are required for low-income hookups because each homeowner contracts directly with the contractor. Low-income hookups must be inspected by a certified engineer. This cost will be included in the $100,000 in grant funding. Please note that any key decision maker for this project within the project service area is not eligible for grant funding.
Commissioners announce CDBG Project decisions By Aprille Park Telegram Staff Writer
Photo By Red Thompson, Jr.
As Juanita Leedy is retiring, she is pictured with her final first grade class at CLA. Appearing in the picture are: (front row from left): Sabrina Newsome, Madison Williams, Natalie Stevens, Kelly See, Katie Carroll, Alexandria Bautista and Alli Higginbotham. (Second Row): Leedy, Joshua Boggs, Max Bowman, Jonathan See, Dakota Speakman, Connor Gerstenberger, Andrew Davis, Abram Talbert.
CLA Principal Melissa Boggs explained Leedy will be missed as she is a special staff members. “Juanita did many activities on her own,” said Boggs. “She would come in early for
SHOPLIFTERS From A1 Criminal Investigation and Identification for testing purposes. Also found inside the vehicle was an ink pen which police say had been convert-
uing her church related activities, speaking, and playing the organ. After retirement she may teach in West Virginia on a part-time basis. Ken may also do some fill-in work for pastors who are on vacation or on leave. Basied for use as a drug pipe. cally, though, their big item Police also determined the will be spending time with women had taken 18 items their grandchildren and helpfrom Walmart and had ing them grow up. tossed some of these items out the window of their vehicle while fleeing. pre-school, stay late to help kids, and even come in on snow days. She is very dedicated to our school. The kids and the staff are really going to miss her.” Now, Leedy will be contin-
Secretary of State Husted’s Office to hold open office hours at Markay Secretary of State Jon Husted's regional liaison, Jim Milliken, will hold open office hours Wednesday, June 6 at the Markay Cultural Arts Center in downtown Jackson (269 E. Main Street) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The goal of open office hours is to give local citizens an opportunity to learn more about, and stay connected with, the Secretary of State's office in an informal and accessible setting. In addition to making voter registration forms and election information available, Milliken will be on hand to answer questions and distribute materials to those interested in learning more about the other functions of the office such as the business services division and initiatives including the Ohio Business Profile and Military Ready-to-Vote program.
Gospel Homecoming on the Coalton Green this Saturday The Village of Coalton and the Coalton Ladies League will present Jon Hensler, a Jackson County professional gospel singer, in the second of a series of Concerts on the Green, Saturday, June 2 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Hensler will bring together other gospel groups for a special Gospel Homecoming. If you are a vendor and would like to sell your wares on the Coalton Green during the concert, contact Heather at 740-988-7937. The Coalton Ladies League and the 2Hot2Trot 4-H Club will be selling food. Organizers say there will be pony rides, a bounce house, and more.
During their regular meeting, Tuesday, May 22, the Jackson County Commissioners announced their decisions regarding which proposed CDBG Projects will be funded this year. Jackson County had a $120,000 working budget for the projects this year, and a total of four projects will be funded. The City of Wellston will receive $24,840 for the “clearance of condemned housing.” The Village of Oak Hill had submitted two project proposals, however, only one was approved for funding. A total of $27,100 will go to Oak Hill for sidewalk replacement from SR. 233
Vinton County Airport event to feature motorcycles June 10 By Steven P. Keller - Telegram Managing Editor
A new and different event will be held Sunday, June 10 at the Vinton County Airport near McArthur. The Ride to the Sky/SOJO Bike Rodeo, will focus on motorcycles and airport staff will be assisted by members of Sojourners Care Network of McArthur. There will be four separate motorcycle events scheduled for bikers, live music, airplane rides, a variety of foods from the airport shelterhouse, and more including a 50/50 drawing. The event will begin at 11 a.m. and the parking/admission fee will be $10 per car or bike. The cost of airplane rides will be the same as last year, $30 per seat, and will be offered all day. For more information, call Vinton County Pilots and Boosters President Nick Rupert at 740-357-0268 or Secretary Steve Keller at 740-418-2612. The Vinton County Airport is located about six miles north of McArthur just off St. Rt. 93 on Airport Road. Follow the Vinton County Airport on Facebook by searching Vinton County Airport.
to Madison Street. The City of Jackson will receive $27,000 for the replacement of a bridge at Salt Lick Creek on Harding Avenue. The largest amount of funds, $46,460, will go to Scioto Township for the repair of a section of roadway on Bert Harold Road. Scioto Township had originally requested $97,267 for the project, but a lack of sufficient funds prevented the awarding of the entire amount.
The Jackson County Commissioners will meet again Wednesday, May 30, at 8:30 a.m. Work continues on SR 671 in Vinton County A highway construction project is continuing this week on a section of State Route 671 in Vinton County. According to the District 10 office of the Ohio Department of Transportation, weather permitting, work should be completed by this Friday, June 1.
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Citizens attend Memorial Day programs in McArthur and Hamden By Red Thompson, Jr. Telegram Staff Writer
Americans should view celebrating Memorial Day as a civic obligation was the theme of Memorial Day Ceremonies in McArthur and Hamden Monday morning, May 28. The McArthur program began at the Vinton County Courthouse and moved to the Elk Cemetery after a parade through town. It was hosted by County Judge James Salyer. The Hamden event began downtown and ended in the Hamden Cemetery. It was hosted by Hamden Fire Department Chief Jim Beckner and the speaker at both events was former 87th District Representative and local attorney Judge Phil Rose. Rose explained the soldiers of America make large sacrifices in their personal and family lives to protect the rights of all Americans. He explained they should be honored and asserts people should fill the cemetery every year to honor the war dead and support the military in their efforts. He recalled the aftermath of the Attack on America in 2001 when the country pulled together and told the world “Not to mess with us” after 3,000 Americans were killed in attacks in New York, Washington, along with a failed attack airline passengers stopped in Pennsylvania. “We were all united then and we need to be again,” said Judge Rose, “I call upon people to fill this cemetery next year as a way to say thanks for what you do.” He also thanked all the
Clever Clover 4H Group Chicken Noodle Dinner There will be a chicken noodle dinner sponsored by the Clever Clover 4-H Group Friday, June 1 between 4 and 8 p.m. at the Vinton County Community Building. The menu will include chicken & noodles, mashed potatoes, and a choice of three sides (corn, green beans or baked beans), at a cost of $6.50 per person. With any questions, call Jennifer, 740-596-8929, or Doris at 740-596-2917.
90th-birthday card shower set Family members of Norma (Nana) Fee invites the community to join them in a birthday card shower in honor of Norma’s 90th birthday June 4, 2012. Please send cards for her to: Norma Fee, 31381 Locust Grove Road, McArthur, OH 45651.
Motorcycle Wash a big success The Zaleski Volunteer Fire Department held its Annual Motorcycle Wash with Buckeye DualSporters Saturday, May 19. All fire department members turned out to help make this one of the most successful fundraisers. The Zaleski Volunteer Fire Department would like to thank organizer Bill Kaeppner and DualSporters for their generous donation and support for 14 years.
Zaleski Civilian Conservation Zaleski Civilian Conservation Corps CCC will have its annual reunion Saturday, Oct. 13 at 11 a.m. at the picnic shelterhouse at Lake Hope. Former corpsmembers, staff, and families are invited for potluck, pictures, and memories For more info., check out the Facebook page or e-mail admin@zaleskiccc.com or the folowing facebook address: http://www.facebook.com/l/LAQFubPOJAQF6i786mURutnPfo9UP Nn7GsjyKn9lsL1atKg/ww w.zaleskiccc.com.
The Vinton County High School Band performed at Memorial Day Ceremonies at Elk Cemetery in McArthur and at the Hamden Cemetery.
Hamden Fire Chief Jim Beckner was the Master of Ceremonies at the Hamden Veterans Day Program. In the back is the keynote speaker, Judge Phil Rose.
people who did come because they know how important it is to honor the veterans. During his comments, Judge Salyer explained he is proud of organizations such as the Vinton County High School Band, the McArthur Boy Scout Troop, and the military service groups, including VFW and American Legion Posts, as well as the citizens who came out for remembering the war dead. Additionally at the event, there were wreaths placed by several organizations and their representatives. Among those: Gold Star Mothers: Pam Radabaugh;
VFW 5299: John Barber; VFW Auxiliary: Marsha Hiles; American Legion: Larry Clary; American Legion Auxiliary: Ethel Short; and Am Vets: Art Coleman. There were also performances by the Vinton County High School Band including America the Beautiful and The Star Spangled Banner. Additionally, band member Laura Ousley had the honor of playing Taps. There was also a 21 gun salute at each cemetery. Everyone was thanked for coming and encouraged to thank a veteran for what they do and for what they have done.
Vinton County Court Judge James P. Salyer serves as the Master of Ceremonies at the McArthur Veterans Day Ceremony.
Judge Phil Rose was the keynote speaker at two Memorial Day Ceremonies .
Photos Red Thompson, Jr.
A 21 gun salute was fired to honor to honor the war dead during Monday’ss Veterans’ Day Celebrations in McArthur and Hamden.
Boy Scout James Thomas holds the Flag at the Memorial Day Ceremony in McArthur right The Hamden Volunteer Fire Department participated before the parade started. in the Memorial Day Parade in the village
South Elementary Honor Roll Students List: 4th Ninth Week Period HONOR ROLL First - Mrs. Rose: William Adkins, Trista Dunn, Hannah Eby, Keagan Graham, Chloe Haybron, Aaliyah Kirby, Carmine Matteson, Jacob Phillips, Kaylee Rosser, Josiah Thacker, Adam Tichenor, Molly Williams. First - Mrs. Weber: Alayna Browning, Brooklyn Case, Gabrille Champion, Cameron Dever, Tasha Kirby, Thomas Nelson, Thad Reid, Peyton Rutroff, Blake Swaim. First - Mrs. Schwall: Jayla Alexander, Aiden Bell, Adrianna Camp, Austin Funk, Paris Graham, Kalie Howell, Taylor Panke, Logan Perry, Hannah Pridemore, Emma Risner, Mariah Shough, Perry Smith, Matthew Stacey. Second - Miss Snyder: Evan Brown, Sage Dillon, Aiden Graham, Courtney King, Judith Kirkendall, Tristan Prater, Eli Radabaugh, Evan Spires, Donavan Ward, Braden Wellman, Jarret Wells, Austin Wogan, Morgan Ziegler. Second - Ms. Sellers: William Bowles, Ashley Butcher, Riley Deck, Madison Fletcher, Cassidy Grover, Leslee Hilderbrant, Mary Hutchison, Cassidy Leonard, Lexus Rutter, Ty Spires, Ayden Womeldorf, Dalton Yeager, Austin Zinn. Second - Mrs. Thacker: Kyleigh Camp, Tyler Claar, Lacey Coleman, Tyler Leach, Jayce McGinnis, Evelynn Russell, Jordan Russell, Jailyn Smith, Eathan Stacey.
Third - Mrs. Staten: Damian Barstow, Randall Matteson, Joshua McKinniss, Grace Perry, Anthony Swaim. Third - Miss Boggs: Jessica Bowles, Keara Davis, Sara Dummitt, Zachary Hancock, Kaysia Long, Baylie Plank, Katrina Rosser. Third - Mrs. Kendrick: Makayla Ault, Christopher Browning, Mallie Freeman, Tristen Kirby, Tyler Peoples, Michael Tippie. Fourth - Mrs. Knox: Broddee Collins, Jacob Dover, Rylee Fee, Josie Hembree, Sydnee Knox, Gretchen McIntire, Makinzie Scarberry, Jayden Spires, Kaylee Ward, Logan Ward, Jacob Wells. Fourth - Mrs. Martin: Miss McLaughlin, Autumn Harris, Arianna Morris, David Peoples, Okala Reffett, Dennis Robinette, Justen Ross, Hunter Whiteman, Brittany Wilks. Fourth - Mrs. Parker: Chelsea Bryan, Thomas Hartley, Morgan Hayes, Alyssa McKinniss, Skylah Plank, Bryar Whalen, Darcy Williams. Fifth - Mrs. Adkins: Trafford Dunn, Garrison George, Tosha Grover, Tyler Harber, Christopher Mason, Daniel McCain, Carrigan McComis, Miranda Prater, Cassandra Ziegler. Fifth Mrs. Ramage: Brett Coleman, Jocelyn Jughes, Jaci Martin, Averi Peoples. Fifth - Mrs. Ramsey: James Elkins. PERFECT ATTENDANCE
Pre-School - Mrs. Mar-
Jaycees announce bicycle winners
Pictured are the winners of bicycles at the Vinton County Jaycees' Second Annual Easter Egg Hunt held Saturday, March 31. From left to right are: Caden Robinette, Cameron Whightsel, Kiera Bledsoe, Madyson Beagle, and Nicholas Pittman. Approximately 250 children participated in this year's hunt. The Jaycees would like to thank area businesses and members for their generous donations, as well as the community for their continued support.
lowe: Blazes Doles, Hunter Hoyt, Brandon Matteson, Grayson Radcliff, Joycelyn Toomey, Landon Toomey. Kindergarten - Mrs. Mason: Matthew Hembree, Evelyn Moore, Jasmine Waters. Kindergarten Mrs. Radcliff: Garrett Brown, Sirra Buxton, Megan Durham, Zachary Spears, Jaden Smith. Kindergarten - Mrs. Pridemore: Brianna Harris, Johathan Harvey, James Perry, Ashton Tritipo. First - Mrs. Rose: Allison Camp, Carmine Matteson, Josiah Thacker. First - Mrs. Weber: Alyssa Coffey, Cameron Dever, Tasha Kirby, Emily Thompson. First - Mrs. Schwall: Jayla Alexander. Second - Miss Snyder: Kamryn Emmert, Aiden Graham, Courtney King, Evan Spires. Second - Ms. Sellers: Logan Adkins, Ashley Butcher, Riley Deck. Second - Mrs. Thacker: Kyle Kisor, Evelynn Russell, Jayce McGinnis. Third - Mrs. Staten: Randall Matteson, Abriana Nicholson, Payton Prater. Third - Miss Boggs: Sara Dummitt, Cody Miller. Third - Mrs. Kendrick: Christopher Browning, Makayla Carpenter, Mallie Freeman, Heidi Marks, Tyler Peoples. Fourth - Mrs. Knox: Dakota Berryman, Rylee Fee, Noah Graves, Josie
Hembree, Makinzie Scarberry, Aaron Stevens. Fourth - Mrs. Martin: Miss McLaughlin, David Peoples, Okala Reffett, Dennis Robinette, Justen Ross. Fourth - Mrs. Parker: Chelsea Bryan, Joseph Dover, Thomas Hartley, Cassidy King, Stevens Morris, Darcy Williams. Fifth - Mrs. Adkins:
Madison Camp, Trafford Dunn, Christopher Mason, Lauren McManis, Alyvia Purnell.Fifth - Mrs. Ramage: Ace Facemyer, Jocelyn Hughes, Isaac Tindall, Isom Vance. Fifth - Mrs. Ramsey: Kendra Coleman, James Elkins, Arika Henderson, Tressa Lambert, Nathaniel Lawhead, Brooklyn Morris, Tyra Prater.
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Legion leads Memorial Day activities in Oak Hill area
The Oak Hill High School Band, under the direction of Bryce Werntz, participated in the Oak Hill Memorial Day Parade Monday morning, May 28. The procession proceeded on East Main Street from State Route 93 to C.M. Cemetery.
Photos By Pete Wilson
Once again, members of the Kent-Metzler Post 261 of the American Legion played a leading role in Memorial Day activities in Oak Hill. Not only did a Post 261 honor guard conduct ceremonies in 14 local and area cemeteries, but members also marched in a morning parade from the center of the village to C.M. Cemetery. TO THE LEFT: This Madison-Jefferson Fire Department engine, driven by Fire Chief Chris Walls, was among the units participating in the Oak Hill Memorial Day Parade Monday morning. By Pete Wilson Executive Editor
Sweltering temperatures did not keep the Kent-Metzler American Legion Post 261 and other participants from their Memorial Day rounds Monday, May 28. In keeping with tradition and the meaning of the holiday, an honor guard of Post 261 members conducted ceremonies at 14 different Oak Hill area cemeteries. At each cemetery stop, Legion Commander Forest (Perk) McCain made a few appropriate comments, the honor guard
fired a salute to veterans, and Taps was played. After breakfast at Post 261 quarters in Oak Hill, morning stops were made at Clay, Monroe, Bethel and Union Baptist cemeteries. Legion members then returned to Oak Hill to participate in a parade on East Main Street from Front Street to C.M. Cemetery on the east end of town, which started at 10 a.m. The parade included the Oak Hill Police Department, Legion Post 261 marchers, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts, the Oak Hill High School Band under the direction of Bryce
Werntz, two Madison-Jefferson Fire Department trucks and a Jackson County EMS squad unit. A program was then conducted at C.M. Cemetery, which was similar to the other cemetery programs, except for the band’s participation. The Legion group then conducted ceremonies east of Oak Hill at Sardis, Moriah, New Zion, Hill and Centerpoint cemeteries before breaking for lunch. After lunch, the Legion group drove back to an area west of Oak Hill and visited Horeb, Adkins and Hickory Grove cemeteries.
Civil War chorister’s memory honored with program By Pete Wilson Executive Editor
The memory of a man who sang his way into the hearts of Civil War veterans and many other Americans more than 100 years ago was honored Sunday evening, May 27, at Jackson’s Fairmount Cemetery. Under the direction Jack-
son County’s Civil War 150 Committee, a program and wreath-laying ceremony was conducted at the graveside of Union veteran and renowned post-Civil War chorister John William Hank on the cemetery’s highest hill. The timing was very appropriate as it was one of the initial events in the committee’s effort to plan and conduct local activities and events in conjunction with the 150th anniversary years of the Civil War and, of it was also Memorial Day weekend. Hank served in the Union Army, but gained regional and even national fame after the war as the official National Chorister for the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), which was a very popular and active fraternal organization for the Union’s Civil War veterans. Hank sang at state and national encampments of the GAR and was best-known for the songs, The Old Flag Never Touched the Ground and The Boys In Blue. His songs were later recorded for the phonograph and were heard coast to coast. He died in 1925 just six days after his 81st birthday. Josh Goodall served as master of ceremonies for the program and The Rev.
Jackson resident Coryn Lord (right), a descendant of John W. Hank’s wife, reads a poem written by Hank’s niece, Laura Hank Hilton, about Laura’s famous uncle. Standing behind Coryn is Carl Eisnaugle who sang Hank’s most famous song, The Old Flag Never Touched The Ground.
Jackson County historian Robert Ervin, playing the part of President Abraham Lincoln, recited the Gettysburg Address as part of a program Sunday evening honoring the memory of Jackson Civil War veteran and post-war national chorister, John W. Hank.
Bill Goodall delivered the Invocation. One of the highlights was
the singing of Hank’s famous song, The Old Flag Never Touched the Ground, by D.M. Davis Male Voice Choir singer Carl Eisnaugle. Also, Jackson County historian Robert (Bob) Ervin, dressed and looking very much like President Abraham Lincoln, recited the famous Gettysburg Address. Ironically, Ervin was standing just a few steps away from a large marker on which the speech’s words are inscribed. Also participating were two descendants of Hank: Jim Ashworth of Huntington, West Virginia, and Coryn Lord of Jackson. Ashworth, a first cousin of Hank’s wife four times removed, read Hank’s biography. Coryn, a first cousin of Hank’s wife, six times removed, recited a poem written by Hank’s niece, Laura Hank Hilton, about her famous uncle. The program ended with Jackson Historical Society President Carl Sears placing a wreath on Hank’s gravesite while Wellston High School Band Director Josh Willett played Taps.
Photos By Pete Wilson
Jackson Historical Society President Carl Sears stands alongside the gravesite John W. Hank at Fairmount Cemetery in Jackson where he had placed a wreath at the close of a special program Sunday evening, May 27, honoring Hank’s memory.
Commissioners approve changes to dog pound drop-off procedures By Aprille Park Telegram Staff Writer
During their regular meeting, Tuesday, May 22, the Jackson County Commissioners approved changes to drop-off procedures at the Jackson County Dog Pound. Due to safety issues the outdoor drop-box will be locked when the pound is closed. Those wishing to use the drop box may do so during regular business hours at the pound. Jackson County Dog Warden Roy Williams said this new policy is necessary for the safety of the animals placed into the box. By closing the drop-box when the pound is closed, animals will not be without food or water, or be exposed to the elements for a long period of time. This new policy will begin Friday, the first of June.
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