http://66.213.69.5/files/original/b1e7c6287221c35aa6dd76eefb91d42d.pdf fe94b42c338c6f2b6f6b8c03a2aacd19 PDF Text Text INSIDE  CALENDAR, Page A2  OBITUARIES, Page A4  SPORTS, Pages B1-2 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 50¢ 50¢ Portman visits Rio Grande, discusses education efforts Tours Buckeye Hills Career Center, emphasizes need to pass JOBS Act From Staff Reports RIO GRANDE, Ohio — U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, emphasized the need to spur more career and technical education during a recent stop in Rio Grande. Portman visited Buckeye Hills Career Center in Rio Grande, Ohio, where he met with Jamie Nash, superintendent of Buckeyes Hills Career Center, and Ryan Smith, president of the University of Rio Grande, received a tour of the facility, and had a chance to discuss his work in Congress to promote career and technical education in Ohio and around the country. Portman discussed his bipartisan Jumpstart Our Businesses By Supporting Students (JOBS) Act. The JOBS Act is designed to better support today’s students by making high-quality, shorter-term education and training programs eligible for federal Pell Grants. See PORTMAN, A4 Submitted photo Sen. Rob Portman, Jamie Nash and others at Buckeye Hills Career Center discussed ways to help students looking for technical education. WVU President E. Gordon Gee US consumer confidence brings summer tour to Mason hits low as inflation soars From Staff Reports POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WV News) — West Virginia University President E. Gordon Gee brought his summer tour to Point Pleasant on Thursday, meeting with Mason County, city and school leaders during a lunchtime session. Each summer, Gee spends as much time as possible traveling to visit communities around West Virginia. In Point Pleasant, he met with Sen. Amy Grady, as well as representatives from the Mason County Board of Education, Mason County Commission, Economic Development Authority, Convention and Visitors Bureau, city officials and WVU Extension during a community lunch. After that visit, he toured parts of town with a stop at the iconic Mothman statue. “These visits that we do each summer are among the most meaningful and informative part of my job,” Gee said. “They give me and those who travel with me insights into our unique landgrant mission and how we as an institution are helping to improve the lives of 1.8 million West Virginians. “Our meeting with Sen. Grady, Commissioner Hanley, Superintendent Burdette and others from the community was very productive, and I was delighted to tour parts of Point Pleasant, including a stop at the iconic Mothman statue. This town is a true West Virginia gem along the Ohio River.” Point Pleasant Mayor Brian Billings was one of about 35-40 people who met with Gee at the Mason County Board of Education office. “He’s always a very positive individual, Billings said. “… He can make you feel as though he’s speaking directly to you … that you’re the only one in the room. He just connects.” See GEE, A4 INDEX by Josiah Cork STAFF WRITER CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Amid record inflation, U.S. consumer confidence has fallen to a 16-month low — to almost the lowest point in a decade, according to The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index, “I think one of the biggest reasons is inflation. Here we are with eight or nine percent inflation — the highest rate of inflation that we’ve seen in 40 years. Clearly everybody sees the inflation. It’s very visible, it’s very clear what’s happening, especially with gas prices, for example, because they are so obvious,” said John Deskins, Ph.D., director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at West Virginia University. “Any time you drive by Photo courtesy West Virginia University West Virginia University President Dr. E. Gordon Gee; Mountaineer Mary Roush, a Mason County native; and Sen. Amy Grady and her daughter Eastyn pose in front of the iconic Mothman statue. AP photo Gasoline is one of the most noticeable sources of inflation as consumers can’t help but spend more at the pump. a gas station or stop to fill your car up, it’s something that you can’t avoid. No matter who you are, you see that gas situation, and it creates a lot of anguish. Altogether this is making a lot of people have to tighten their belts. It’s creating a lot of hardship, a lot of difficulty for a lot of households in the country,” Deskins said. The rising cost of living is causing many people to be more concerned about their finances, leading to a reduction in the amount of money consumers are willing to spend. See INFLATION, A4 Historical Society’s Christmas bulbs sale marks 36th year From Staff Reports GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — A 36-year tradition continues as the Gallia County Historical Society’s Landmark and Heritage Christmas Bulbs are for sale. Each year a landmark from around the county is chosen to be on a Historical Society Christmas bulb. The landmark chosen for 2022 is the Gallia County Veterans War Memorial, that stands in the City Park. The War Memorial is part of the history of honoring the veterans of Gallia County. The War Memorial is the beloved WW1, Spirit of the American Viquesney’s Photo courtesy West Virginia University Doughboy, one of the few that are still in existence. President Gee (center) with Mountaineer Mascot Mary Dedicated on May 30, Roush (left) and Mason County Superintendent of Schools Keith Burdette (right) 1931 in memory of Johnny Good News ......................... A2 Classified ......................... B4-5 Opinion ............................... A6 Comics & Puzzles............. B6-7 Landmark Bulb Heritage Bulb Oliver, the memorial symbolizes the dedication of the men who went to war for this country. The second part of the War Memorial is the wall which includes names of Gallia County veterans from all branches of service who gave their time and devotion to serve and died for their country, during the conflicts of war that the United States have been involved. 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All rights reserved. Reproduction of any material from this issue in whole or part is strictly prohibited. Address all re-print requests to the editor. WV News is a locally owned West Virginia company. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Six-months (25 issues each) $60.00 One-year (50 issues each) $100.00 All subscriptions include both the Tribune and Register Full Digital access (includes e-edition): Free with paid print subscription. Digital and e-edition subscription only: $7.99/month As we continue the transition with the River Cities Tribune and Register, it’s been great to speak to some of the fine people throughout the region. We know change can be difficult and some folks have concerns. We’re working to address each and every question while producing two publications with limited staff. We continue to work to fill those positions while at the same time devoting resources from some of our other publications to help out in the short term. That’s why you may see stories from names you don’t recognize but they are part of our team, such as Josiah Cork and Jonathan Weaver, who have stories in this issue about events in Mason, West Virginia, or Stephen Santilli, an independent contractor Commerce or Marsha Arnold at the Pomeroy High John G. School Alumni Association. Miller Cheryl Enyart at the Gallia County Historical SociExecutive ety has been a valued reEditor source and provided us with a couple stories and insight. who contributes to several And Molly Plymale, who of our products. was one of the first to conBut the key part is you, tact us about the Gallia and we’re thankful for the Academy High School remany people who have union of the Class of 1957 stepped up to help us, who and a missing photo. We’re have embraced us and still working to locate it as made us feel a part of the we transition and work to community. gain access to past data. Christopher Rizer’s colWe know there are hunumn in last Friday’s edition dreds more, and we’re was kind. I knew he’d write hopeful to get to know you on history but had no idea and to serve you better he’d talk about the histowith community news from ry of newspapers in Point the River Cities region. Pleasant and how they We’ll publish the best have evolved over the years. papers possible with your I’ve also heard from oth- help and expand the audiers, like Hilda Austin at the ence that sees your news Mason County Chamber of through our websites and TODAY IN HISTORY social media presence. I’m an old newspaper guy, so I understand loyalty and commitment. I grew up delivering the newspaper, began writing as a sports correspondent at age 19 and now oversee the news operations for our publications and websites. We have a great team and we’re looking to add to it in the River Cities region. But in reality, community newspapers survive and thrive along with their communities. We’re only as good as you help us to be. Much as you’re counting on us, we’re counting on you. Together, we can achieve great things. Let’s make it happen. John G. Miller is executive editor of WV News’ print and digital platforms. He can be reached at jmiller@wvnews.come or (304) 626-1473. Breastfeeding parents: Their return to school, work by Misty Morris WIC BREASTFEEDING PEER HELPER Breastfeeding is no easy task, that’s for sure. On top of maintaining an adequate supply, if you throw returning to school or work into the mix, it can be a very stressful time for a new parent. However, there are some things to consider when returning to your regular schedule, that can ease your transition period. In the state of Ohio, there are set regulations for lactating mothers. These regulations are set in place to provide employees or students with a safe, sanitary place to pump, as well as time set aside in their schedule to pump. These laws are in place to protect your rights as a nursing mother. Knowing and understanding your state regulations and HR policies will greatly help you. Below you can see a copy of the policy established by the Meigs County Health Department. Expression of Breast Milk A. The 2010 Healthcare Reform Act amended the Fair Labor Standards Act by requiring employers to provide a reasonable break time for an employee to express breast milk for her nursing child for one (1) year after the child’s birth each time the employee has the need to express milk. Employers must provide a place, other than a bathroom, that is shielded from view and free from intrusion of coworkers and the public to be used by an employee to express the breast milk. The district intends to comply with this requirement so long as it does not impose an undue hardship. Employees who fall under this category shall contact the health commissioner or designee. B. Break time to express breast milk shall be handled the same as other breaks and the employee may be required to flex their work schedule to complete necessary work. Employees shall keep accurate time records of their break time. C. Employees shall be allowed access to a nearby clean and safe water source and a sink for washing hands and rinsing out any breast-pump equipment. D. Employees shall have access to hygienic/refrigerated storage alternatives for the mother to store her breast milk. My advice to you would be to check with your HR department or your academic advisor to verify policies in place for pumping. Once you have established those policies, the next important thing is to figure out when and where are you going to pump. As previously mentioned, you are to be provided with a safe, clean area. I feel that sticking to a schedule is important for many reasons. I tried to line up my pumping sessions with when my baby would normally be fed at home. When pumping, it is best to be relaxed and comfortable, for optimal output of breast milk. This can be established by watching videos of your child, bringing in an article of clothing they had worn or a blanket you had them wrapped in, or by listening to calming music. This should trigger a hormonal rise, helping you with your output of milk. Additionally, it is important to have an area where you can safely store your breastmilk and clean your pump parts. To cut down on risk of contamination, it is important to clean your pumping area with a disinfecting wipe, and to wash your pump parts between pumping sessions. When using your breast pump regularly, it is important to know the recommendations from your pump manufacturer as to when to replace pump parts, so that your pump stays running efficiently. Also, when pumping it is best to measure to make sure you have the correct fitting flange size. If your flange is too big, you likely will not be able to express as much milk. However, if your flange is too small, you are at risk to cause trauma to the nipple and surrounding tissue while pumping. One of the best ways you can help your coworkers with their breastfeeding goals is to always be supportive of their choices to breast feed and to help make them as comfortable as possible. Your support and encouragement is a very important part in their successful breast feeding journey. In summary, I encourage you to familiarize yourself with the policies in place at your organization; know your pump recommendations as to when to update parts and most importantly to be comfortable in your pumping environment. Should you ever find yourself needing help or guidance with breastfeeding, please feel free to reach out to me at the WIC office for support. My normal office hours are Monday and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can reach me by phone at 740-992-0392 or by email at misty.morris@ meigs-health.com. COMMUNITY CALENDAR Bossard Memorial Library Board to meet Tuesday The Bossard Memorial Library board of trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. The meeting will be held at the library at 5:30p.m. Mason County Democrats to meet Tuesday The Mason County Dem- ocratic Executive Committee will meet today at 6:30 p.m. at the Moose Lodge. The appointment of unfilled executive committee member seats will be the main item on the agenda. The following vacancies need to be filled: Committee District 1 (Precincts 27, 28, and 29), both male and female; Committee District 3 (Precincts 9, 21, 22, 23), male only; Committee District 7 (Precincts 12, 13, and 14), both male and female; Committee District 8 (Precincts 15, 16, and 17), both male and female. All Executive Committee members are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to all county Democrats. Meigs County Board of Health to meet July 12 POMEROY, Ohio — The Meigs County Board of Health meeting will take place at 5 p.m. on July 12 in the conference room of the Meigs County Health Department, which is located at 112 E. Memorial Drive in Pomeroy, Ohio. A proposed meeting agenda is located at www. meigs-health.com. Ohio AFSCME meeting set July 15 GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — Ohio AFSCME Retiree, Subchapter 102, Gallia & Jackson Counties will meet at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 15 at the Gallia County Senior Resource Center, 1165 State Route 160, Gallipolis. Members are asked to follow all CDC guidelines. For more information, contact Floyd Wright at 740-245-0093. Ice cream fundraiser slated Saturday LANGSVILLE, Ohio — Annual Ice Cream Fundraiser, 2 p.m., Salem Twp. Vol. Fire Dept. 28844 St. Rt. 124, Langsville, OH, Quarts only ($6 each); 13 flavors More info: Linda at 740-669-4245. Gallipolis City Commission meet set July 18 The next meeting of the Gallipolis City Commission will be a Special Meeting at 5 p.m. on Monday, July 18. In addition, the meeting will also be accessible via Zoom Meetings, similar to how the meetings were being conducted during the orders of the pandemic and under Ohio Sub H.B. 197. A link to the Zoom Meeting will be available on the City Website. Gallipolis City is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Today’s Highlight in History: On July 12, 1909, the House of Representatives joined the Senate in passing the 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, allowing for a federal income tax, and submitted it to the states. (It was declared ratified in February 1913.) On this date: In 1543, England’s King Henry VIII married his sixth and last wife, Catherine Parr. In 1812, United States forces led by Gen. William Hull entered Canada during the War of 1812 against Britain. (However, Hull retreated shortly thereafter to Detroit.) In 1862, during the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill authorizing the Army Medal of Honor. In 1908, comedian Milton Berle was born Mendel Berlinger in New York City. In 1965, the Beach Boys single “California Girls” was released by Capitol Records. In 1984, Democratic presidential candidate Walter F. Mondale announced his choice of U.S. Rep. Geraldine A. Ferraro of New York to be his running-mate; Ferraro was the first woman to run for vice president on a major-party ticket. In 1994, President Bill Clinton, visiting Germany, went to the eastern sector of Berlin, the first U.S. president to do so since Harry Truman. Ten years ago: Vice President Joe Biden rallied support for President Barack Obama at the NAACP’s convention in Houston, declaring that Republican challenger Mitt Romney’s election-year agenda would hurt — not help — working families in the black community. A scathing report by former FBI Director Louis Freeh said the late Joe Paterno and other top Penn State officials had buried child sexual abuse allegations against Jerry Sandusky more than a decade earlier to avoid bad publicity. Five years ago: President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI, Christopher Wray, told a Senate panel that he did not believe that a special counsel investigation into possible Russian ties between Russia and the Trump campaign was a “witch hunt,” as Trump had characterized it. Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was found guilty of corruption and money laundering and sentenced to almost 10 years in prison. Today’s Birthdays: Singer-musician Christine McVie is 79. Actor Denise Nicholas is 78. Singer-songwriter Butch Hancock is 77. Fitness guru Richard Simmons is 74. Singer Walter Egan is 74. Writer-producer Brian Grazer is 71. Actor Cheryl Ladd is 71. Gospel singer Ricky McKinnie is 70. Country singer Julie Miller is 66. Gospel singer Sandi Patty is 66. Actor Mel Harris is 66. Actor Buddy Foster is 65. Rock guitarist Dan Murphy (Soul Asylum) is 60. Actor Judi Evans is 58. Rock singer Robin Wilson (Gin Blossoms) is 57. Actor Lisa Nicole Carson is 53. Olympic gold medal figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi is 51. Country singer Shannon Lawson is 49. CBS newsman Jeff Glor is 47. Actor Anna Friel is 46. R&B singer Tracie Spencer is 46. Actor Alison Wright is 46. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., is 46. Actor Steve Howey is 45. Actor Topher Grace is 44. Actor Michelle Rodriguez is 44. Actor Kristen Connolly is 42. Country singer-musician Kimberly Perry (The Band Perry) is 39. Actor Matt Cook (TV: “Man With a Plan”) is 38. Actor Natalie Martinez is 38. Actor Bernard David Jones is 37. Actor Ta’Rhonda Jones is 34. Golfer Inbee Park is 34. Actor Melissa O’Neil is 34. Actor Rachel Brosnahan is 32. Actor Erik Per Sullivan is 31. Olympic gold medal gymnast Jordyn Wieber is 27. Nobel Peace laureate Malala Yousafzai is 25. �Local Tuesday, July 12, 2022 A3 James Rainey Trio to be featured Sunday From Staff Reports GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — Hometown favorites the James Rainey Trio will be featured at the Grace United Methodist Church at both services Sunday morning. The concerts will be held at the 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. services at the church located at 600 Second Avenue. The James Rainey Trio is originally from Gallia County and is in the midst of an Ohio tour. The national singing group was formed in 2009. From their humble be- ginning, the trio started out on a journey that would just continue to grow. Original members were James, his wife Laura, and Randy Shafer. Their very first CD together was “A Country Christmas, Swan Creek Valley Style.” The trio began to see God move in a mighty way in their services and knew this is where and what God would have them do. James and Laura were led by God to relocate to Swansea, Illinois, where they serve as worship ministers at Christ United Church of Christ in Belleville, Illinois, alongside pastors Jon and Lisa Tinge. The multi-talented Berdella McGrew of Flora, Illinois, joined The Raineys to complete the Trio. Recently they have added another very talented woman, Denice Bradley Hopper, as their pianist. The group keeps a very busy schedule doing church services, revivals, recreational festivals, and more. They have recorded over 10 CD projects. Their latest is “Partners in Praise.” James Rainey owns a full-time recording studio, Declaration 212 Productions, and produces many gospel artists, as well as The Rainey Trio’s projects. He has been involved in full-time gospel music since he was 14 years old. He has traveled with: The Gospel Harmony Boys, The Hoppers, Rusty Goodman, The Greenes, The Singing Americans, Wendy Bagwell and the Sunlighters, The Stamps Quartet, The Blackwood Quartet and currently with Jonathan Wilburn Submitted photo Ministries — 39 years in full-time Southern Gospel The James Rainey Trio will perform at Grace United Methodist Church in Gallipolis, Ohio, on Sunday, July 17. music. Sen. Brown looks to improve Chillicothe VA Medical Center From Staff Reports CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio met on Thursday with local leaders and veterans to discuss moving the Chillicothe Veterans Affairs Medical Center forward now that the facility is no longer targeted for closure. The senator launched his Strengthening the Chillicothe VA committee, which will work to ensure care from CVAMC continues to improve for Southeast Ohio veterans. With the Chillicothe VA remaining open, an estimated 20,000 veterans will continue to receive local treatment and maintain medical care access. “I’m honored to be the longest-serving Ohioan on the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and representing Ohio’s 700,000 veterans is a duty I take very seriously,” Brown told those on hand. “I’ll continue to fight to invest in improving infrastructure and care at VA facilities. When you love this country, you fight for the people who make it work.” In June, Brown joined Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee members and others, including Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio and Sens. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and Shelley Moore Capito, R-W. Va., in announcing their collective opposition to the Asset and Infrastruc- Submitted photo U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, visited the Chillicothe VA Medical Center on Thursday to discuss efforts to save the facility and others from potential closing. ture Review Commission process moving forward in the Senate. The senators’ opposition will effectively put an end to the AIR Commission and allow the Chillicothe VA to remain open and southern Ohio veterans to continue receiving care at the facility. “As senators, we share a commitment to expanding and strengthening modern VA infrastructure in a way that upholds our obligations to America’s veterans. We believe the recommendations put forth to the AIR Commission are not reflective of that goal and would put veterans in both rural and ur- ban areas at a disadvantage, which is why we are announcing that this process does not have our support and will not move forward. The Commission is not necessary for our continued push to invest in VA health infrastructure, and together we remain dedicated to providing the Department with the resources and tools it needs to continue delivering quality care and earned services to veterans in 21st century facilities — now and into the future,” the 12 senators said in a prepared statement on June 28. On Thursday, Brown was joined at the round- table by local leaders and veterans who receive care at the CVAMC. “The veterans of southeast, rural Ohio greatly depend on the Chillicothe VAMC and CBOCs. We, in Athens County, are glad to hear good news to keep Chillicothe VAMC open. We appreciate Sen. Brown’s help in this matter,” said Kim Spencer, Director of the Athens County Veterans Service Office. “We, the veterans of Central and Southern Ohio, thank Sen. Sherrod Brown and staff for their support in keeping the Chillicothe VA open. There needs to be improvement in care for the VA’s mental health lockdown units,” said Bill Mangus, a veteran from Gallia County. Brown has advocated for Ohio veterans and has fought to ensure that they have access to the medical resources they need. In April, Brown hosted Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center for roundtable discussions with veterans and employees and meetings with CVAMC and union leadership to hear from those who would be impacted by the VA’s recommendations to AIR Commission to close down the CVAMC. Prior to McDonough’s visit, Brown made two trips to Chillicothe to host roundtable discussions with veterans and employees. Brown has continued to meet with and raised his concerns to McDonough that a closure would place a hardship on thousands of Ohio veterans. Approximately 1,400 employees work at the CVAMC, and it serves an estimated 20,000 veterans annually. In 2018 Congress passed and President Donald Trump signed into law the VA MISSION Act. Among its many provisions, the law required the Department of Veterans Affairs to research, develop and publish a list of recommendations intended to modernize VA medical facilities and health care delivery— including through facility expansions, relocations, closures or changes in services. The law further directed those recommendations to be reviewed by a presidentially-appointed and Senate-confirmed Commission, which would then report its views of the recommendations to the president who could end the process or present recommendations to Congress for a vote. Without the Senate’s approval of the nominees, no commission will be established and the process as outlined by the VA MISSION Act will not move forward. Movie showing, concert to be held in Mason this weekend by Jonathan Weaver STAFF WRITER MASON, W.Va. (WV News) — Community leaders’ dedication to local activities will continue with events Friday and Saturday in Stewart-Johnson VFW/Lottie Jenks Memorial Park in Mason, West Virginia. Mason Mayor Kristopher Clark said the 1993 sports comedy “The Sandlot” will be shown at the park, located in the 600700 block of Front Street. “Since I’ve been in office, one of the big priorities for me has been to get people back involved in the community,” he said. “We’ve added several recreational events throughout the Submitted photo year and are going to conBig Gas Band and other music groups performed May 21 tinue to grow our recreas part of the Town of Mason’s monthly Music in the Park ational calendar to keep people, from young kids to events. adults, coming into town. “At the beginning of the year, (Clark and Town Council leaders) budgeted for all our events, including the Harvest Festival (scheduled for Oct. 8) and Christmas in the Park event (scheduled for Dec. 3). “This will be the first movie in the park that I remember we’ve had since I’ve been alive.” The 25-year-old mayor will provide the projector and screen he and his family have used the past few years. “I pitched the idea to Council and we decided to go for it,” Clark said. “I grew up wanting to have stuff to do and I know how important it is to get people involved from a young age to make them stay in the area and benefit when they get older, have a community they can be proud of.” Refreshments and snacks, including hot dogs and popcorn, will be available for purchase to benefit the Mason Amusement Foundation’s efforts to build a splash pad. The weekend fun will continue Saturday with the third-consecutive Music in the Park performance. “In the past, we’ve had music occasionally but this is the first time we’ve had a true Music in the Park series. From May through September, we have Music in the Park every third Saturday at 7 p.m.,” Clark said. Southern Draw Band will perform for those in attendance, who can also enjoy refreshments from the HA Cafe food truck. ”The StringBenders” are scheduled to perform Aug. 20 before “SourMash String Band” closes out the season Sept. 17. Other successful events held so far this season include the Independence Day Parade and Celebration on July 2 and a bike rodeo that about 40 youngsters enjoyed in June. July 2’s event included bingo, live music from the band “Next Level,” trivia, music and other activities culminating with fireworks. “(The bike rodeo) was a huge success,” Clark said. “We had community members involved so people could come out and enjoy our new walk/run cycle path.” Mayor Clark said eight bicycles were given to participants. DeWine names members of Student Safety Advisory Council From Staff Reports COLUMBUS, OHIO — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced recently that 16 Ohio high school students have been selected for the inaugural Ohio Student Safety Advisory Council within the Ohio School Safety Center. DeWine announced plans for the student-led council in April. The group will work with OSSC leadership to identify school safety concerns and develop innovative solutions to address them. “Involving students in improving school safety is important because they know what is happening in our schools better than any- one,” DeWine said. “Students are well-positioned to help protect their fellow students, their teachers and staff, and we welcome their valuable input.” Findings from the student-based monthly council meetings will be delivered to the Governor’s Ohio School Safety Working Group to generate statewide solutions and supports. “We initially envisioned a 10-member Student Safety Advisory Council, but we had so many quality applications from students who want to make a difference that we expanded the council to 16 members,” said OSSC Administrator Emily Torok. The council will be invited to attend the in-person Ohio School Safety Summit Aug. 2-4 at the Columbus Convention Center to network with their peers and attend initial informational sessions on violence prevention strategies. Council members will develop strategies to encourage their peers to actively engage in maintaining a safe school environment and will be advocates for students’ overall well-being. Students will work directly with OSSC school safety liaisons to organize events, focus groups and trainings to help highlight student success and safety best practices at various schools. These members will also act as a sounding board for the Ohio School Safety Working Group and OSSC on student marketing campaigns and other projects to ensure that student voices are represented. Students selected for the Ohio Student Safety Advisory Council include: Isaac Bai, Solon High School in Cuyahoga County Brady Burns, Loveland High School in Hamilton County Nadia Star Cantelli, Edison High School in Erie County Devin Duncan, Fairfield Senior High School in Butler County Marin Funderburg, Pi- qua High School in Miami County Augusta Halle, Hawken Upper School in Geauga County Ashley He, Upper Arlington High School in Franklin County Caylee Hockenberry, Dover High School in Tuscarawas County Jacob Kolar, Valley Stem + Me2 Academy in Mahoning County Jordan Lewis, Butler High School in Montgomery County Helen Liu, Athens High School in Athens County Ananya Mahavratayajula, Sycamore High School in Hamilton County Jason Miner, John F. Kennedy Catholic School in Trumbull County Francesca Parker, Big Walnut High School in Delaware County Catherine Stella Soeder, Saint Ursula Academy in Lucas County Julia Stoddard-Dare, Twinsburg High School in Summit County DeWine created the Ohio School Safety Center in 2019. It is housed within the Ohio Department of Public Safety and works to assist local schools, colleges and universities and law enforcement agencies to prevent, prepare for and respond to threats and acts of violence, including selfharm, through a holistic, solutions-based approach to improving school safety. �A4 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 Ruby Marie Plymale Kinder GALLIPOLIS, OHIO — Ruby Marie Plymale Kinder, 87, of Gallipolis, Ohio, passed away on Friday, July 8, 2022 at the Darst Adult Group Home in Pomeroy, Ohio. Born on March 22, 1935 in Gallia County, Ohio, Ruby was the daughter of the late Estus and Elsie Brucker Plymale. Ruby married George W. Kinder, Jr., who preceded her in death on March 15, 2022. She retired as a TPW from the Gallipolis Developmental Center. Ruby was a graduate of Gallia Academy High School. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, cross stitching, camping, and fishing. Ruby is survived by two daughters, Patricia (Fred) Queen of Crown City and Debbie (Craig) Ellis of Gallipolis; son, Marc (Diana) Kinder of Shade, Ohio; three grandchildren, Julie McDougal (Jerry) Northup, Lisa Ellis (Brent) Miller, and Christopher (Heather) Ellis; three great-grandchildren, Jaden Northup, Liliana Northup, and Caden Ellis; sister, Louise Grover of Toledo, Ohio; and sister-in-law, Helen Plymale of Gallipolis. In addition to her parents and her husband, Ruby was preceded in death by three sisters, Adell Caldwell, Marianna Tye, and Louella Plymale and one brother, Charles Plymale. The funeral service for Ruby will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Willis Funeral Home with Minister Derek Stump officiating. Friends may call prior to the service Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the funeral home. She will be entombed in the Chapel of Hope Mausoleum at Ohio Valley Memory Gardens. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. Obituaries, From Page A1 programs through PORTMAN training my bipartisan JOBS Act. (Continued from Page A1) By expanding Pell Grant eligibility, the JOBS Act would help close the skills gap so workers can afford the job training and credentials that are in demand as industries have shifted as we continue to recover and rebuild from COVID-19, according to Portman. During the visit, he heard from faculty about the center’s short-term credential programs that would benefit from his JOBS Act. “I want to thank the Buckeye Hills Career Center staff for hosting me — it was great to learn more about the programs offered at Buckeye Hills, which are helping students learn the technical skills needed to find good-paying jobs,” Portman said. “In Congress, I continue to work to expand access to these high-quality, shorter-term education and We’ve got a lot of great job training programs in Ohio, but too many students are finding that the programs they want to take are not covered by the Pell Grant because they are shorter than the 15-week course requirement. “The JOBS Act expands Pell Grant eligibility to help students get the job training they need for careers that will help them join the workforce and give them economic security. I am working to move this bill forward in Congress and look forward to getting it signed into law.” Also during his swing through the region, Portman visited Wayne National Forest headquarters, where he met with staff to receive updates on the national forest and its operations, and to discuss his work in Congress to promote conservation and to protect our public lands and parks. He highlighted his bipar- tisan REPLANT Act, enacted as part of his bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The REPLANT Act will help the U.S. Forest Service plant 1.2 billion trees on national forests and create nearly 49,000 jobs over the next 10 years by removing the cap on the Reforestation Trust Fund. “Thanks to the Folks at Wayne National Forest for hosting me today. It was great to hear more about their important work to promote and protect the national forest,” Portman said. “We had a chance to discuss the benefits of my REPLANT Act, which was included in the bipartisan infrastructure law. It will improve our environment by sequestering carbon dioxide, reinvigorating ecosystems, and supporting wildlife that depend on healthy forests, while also creating nearly 49,000 jobs and expanding recreation opportunities on national forestland. It was great to see firsthand how this legislation is going to help our forests.” From destructive wildfires to invasive pests and disease, national forests across the country are in desperate need of reforestation efforts, officials said. The demand for reforestation has vastly outpaced the current funding available, which has contributed to a backlog of nearly two million acres in need of restoration, officials said. Each year, approximately 15 percent of the national forest tree planting backlog is addressed. Planting these trees will help sequester 75 million metric tons of carbon dioxide in a decade, which is equivalent to avoiding the use of 8.5 billion gallons of gasoline. Reforestation also improves soil health and protects wildlife habitats for hunting and fishing, officials said. Submitted photo The Veteran Service Commission and honor guard stand at the War Memorial. Photo courtesy West Virginia University President Gee (center) with Mason County Commissioner Rick Hanley (left), Sen. Amy Grady and her daughter Eastyn (right) GEE (Continued from Page A1) Billing said there is no question that Gee is committed to helping West Virginia grow and prosper. “I think most of those in the room felt he’s a very sincere individual speaking on behalf of us, which is the Mountain State. And it’s just his positive attitude, whether it’s talking about the university itself, or various sections of our state or of what he sees in the future. “He’s working on keeping our young people here, and I think that was his message and what what I took from it was the belief that our young people are wanting and willing to stay in West Virginia. And he’s going to do everything he can to help that process along with the state, local, governmental people.” BULBS (Continued from Page A1) Five years ago, the Society launched a new Christmas Bulb series called the Heritage Bulb. This year’s selection is Memorial Field, dedicated on October 8, 1948 to Gallia County’s war dead who fought in both WWI and WWII. The night of the dedication was also the first football game to be played on the athletic field. The bulb includes the words Home of the Blue Devils. This beautiful bulb features art work depicting Memorial Field from the The bulbs are both dedicated to Gallia County’s veterans, those who served and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The bulbs are available at the Gallia County Historical Society , at 340 Second Avenue, across from the City Park. The Society is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11 am to 3pm The price of the bulbs are $21.45 which includes the tax. Submitted photo This is the only fund raiser the society has, with the Gallipolis City School Superintendent Craig Wright and funds raised going toward President of the Gallipolis City School Board Lynn Angell display their Christmas bulbs. keeping the Historical Society door open for the next air, and is a brilliant glossy Blue Devil Blue ornament. year. INFLATION (Continued from Page A1) “In many, many cases right now, wage increases are not keeping up with this inflation, and I think that’s a very clear and strong driver of hurting people’s confidence,” Deskins said. “The inflation numbers have spiked here, and I think it’s so clear in the consumer confidence data that confidence is going down right when that inflation is going up. It’s no coincidence AP photo at all.” “Rising inflation, risConsumers are less likely to spend money while inflation continues to outpace wages. ing gasoline and food prices tend to scare people, and consumers tend to pull Roberts back as they wait to see what their own finances will allow,” said Steve Roberts, president of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce. The fears of a recession on the horizon also deter consumers from spending too much cash, Roberts said. “As recession fears increase, consumers reduce spending,” he said. Other continuing factors are workforce shortages and supply chain issues, which help to drive up prices. Inflation would be tamped down if these problems could be fixed, but the catch is there’s no direct way to counter them, officials said. “The biggest thing would be to fix the problems that are driving inflation in the first place. I’ve kind of already mentioned this because these things are so intertwined, but the reason that we have this 40-yearhigh inflation is because of Staff file photo by Charles Young John Deskins, Ph.D. and WVU official, sees inflation as the biggest problem for consumer confidence. the workforce shortages, supply chain constraints and high gas prices. All of those factors are working to drive that high rate of inflation,” Deskins said. “If we could fix supply chain problems — if we could fix workforce shortages, if we could fix the gas prices problem, then that would bring inflation down and that would fix confidence as well. But the problem is that it’s not easy to fix those things. If it were easy, we would have already done so,” Deskins said. Unfortunately the only thing that could fix the economy will be time, leaving consumers playing a waiting game, officials said. “There is no short-term solution that’s readily apparent that we can do to fix this confidence issue. We just have to wait for the economy to stabilize, for the economy to get on more solid footing. The supply chain constraints that have been plaguing our economy and the workforce shortages that have been plaguing our economy, I think that those will fix themselves over time,” Deskins said. “I don’t think there’s one thing that we can do to fix those problems. It’s not like there’s a button we can push and those problems will go away, but I think they will sort themselves over time and businesses adjust and businesses make improvements. That’s not going to happen overnight,” Deskins said. Actions being taken by the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates promise to be a long-term solution with short-term consequences, officials said. “What the fed is doing in terms of removing their stimulus from the economy, raising interest rates, that’s intended to suppress demand in the broader economy to help bring down the overall problem of inflation and that will, I think, ultimately be the right thing to do and that will help boost confidence over time when inflation does come down when the economy stabilizes,” Deskins said. “But that’s certainly not going to help confidence in the short run. The higher interest rates, if anything that will reduce confidence in the short run even though that’s the right thing to do in the long run,” Deskins said. �Tuesday, July 12, 2022 A5 �A6 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 First Amendment Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Brian M. Jarvis • President More support needed for technical education Not every person is meant to be a college graduate. But that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t have opportunities to find meaningful careers. That’s why it’s important that more is done for students in the way of technical or career education. And why more funding needs to be funneled to those programs and students. U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, understands the importance of technical education. He emphasized that on his recent visit to the Buckeye Hills Career Center in Rio Grande. “I want to thank the Buckeye Hills Career Center staff for hosting me. It was great to learn more about the programs offered at Buckeye Hills, which are helping students learn the technical skills needed to find good-paying jobs,” Portman said. “In Congress, I continue to work to expand access to these high-quality, shorter-term education and training programs through my bipartisan JOBS Act. “We’ve got a lot of great job training programs in Ohio, but too many students are finding that the programs they want to take are not covered by the Pell Grant because they are shorter than the 15-week course requirement. “The JOBS Act expands Pell Grant eligibility to help students get the job training they need for careers that will help them join the workforce and give them economic security. I am working to move this bill forward in Congress and look forward to getting it signed into law.” The bill, which has more than 30 co-sponsors, including Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, and Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., would “expand Pell Grant eligibility to students enrolled in rigorous and high-quality short-term skills and job training programs that lead to industry-based credentials and ultimately employment in high-wage, high-skill industry sectors or careers,” according to the bill’s sponsors. It would also ensure that students who receive Pell Grants are earning high-quality postsecondary credentials by requiring that the credentials: — Meet the standards under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), including meaningful career counseling and programs that align with in-demand career pathways or registered apprenticeship programs. — Align with the Perkins Career and Technical Education Act’s program of study definition. — Are recognized by employers, industry, or sector partnerships. — Match the skill needs of industries in the state or local economy. — Have state workforce board and U.S. Department of Education approval. The bill outlines that eligible job training programs are those that provide career and technical education instruction at an institution of higher education, such as a community or technical college that provides: — At least 150 clock hours of instruction time over a period of at least eight weeks. — Training that meets the needs of the local or regional workforce and industry partnerships. — Institutional credit articulation so students can continue to pursue further education in their careers. — Students with licenses, certifications, or credentials that meet the hiring requirements of multiple employers in the field for which the job training is offered. We applaud the efforts of Portman, as well as Brown, Capito and the other senators and representatives who continue to push this worthwhile proposal. We also encourage them, as well as state leaders in both Ohio and West Virginia, to further emphasize technical and career education as worthy alternatives to four years of higher education. And we encourage leaders to continue efforts to better fund technical education programs in both states. Having the skills to fix cars, construct buildings or fix plumbing shouldn’t be short-changed as these are respectable careers that pay good money for providing quality service. And they will always be in demand. Andrew B. Kniceley • Publisher John G. Miller • Executive Editor High Court needn’t fear backlash Millions of Americans are unhappy, even furious, at the U.S. Supreme Court for reversing its 1973 abortion-rights precedent Roe v. Wade last month. There is more talk of a political backlash against the high court than at any time since the era of massive resistance to its school desegregation rulings in the 1950s. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Bronx Democrat, suggests that the justices need more checks and balances. Senator Ed Markey, the Massachusetts Democrat, says the latest abortion decision, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, justifies expanding the court to let President Joe Biden pack it. Other critics of the justices are calling for term limits on them. Still others are issuing sorrowful warnings that the court is losing its “legitimacy.” But the conservative justices don’t need to worry that their decision in Dobbs will prove self-defeating. It’s the progressive reaction to the court that has a greater chance of backfiring. That reaction fails to take seriously a key structural feature of Dobbs, which is that the court has relinquished authority over abortion policy rather than claimed it. There is not much that other political actors can do to make the courts exercise a power they do not want. The Supreme Court’s history suggests that it moves itself into the line of fire when it makes itself an obstacle to policies that a politically powerful group favors. When it tried to block the removal of Native Americans from the eastern states in the 19th century, President Andrew Jackson established that the rest of the government could ignore it. In the first third of the 20th Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg News century, the court struck down progressive economic legislation. After coming under intensifying criticism for it during the New Deal, it felt it necessary to reverse itself and let such legislation stand. What, by contrast, would it mean to disobey the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs? The decision seems aggressive to its opponents because it overturned a longstanding precedent. But Dobbs didn’t tell policymakers to do anything in particular about abortion. For them to leave it legal would comply with the decision just as much as banning it would. When there’s no command, there’s nothing to disobey. There are steps that Congress and the president could take against the court. But they either would not accomplish the goal of restoring liberal abortion policies or would not be necessary for accomplishing it. It is arguably within the constitutional power of the other branches to strip the federal courts of jurisdiction to hear cases about abortion. But that wouldn’t restore Roe’s judicial veto over state abortion policies. It would put that veto further out of reach. Expanding the court and packing it with new liberal justices, on the other hand, could reinstate Roe. Impeaching and removing conservative justices could do it, too. But if progressives had the political strength to execute either plan, they would have more than enough to enact a national law protecting abortion. Moreover, the predictable longrun effect of court-packing is to weaken the judiciary, as justices learn that their decisions will last only until an election delivers control of the elected branches to its opponents. This diminishment would make the courts less likely to overrule legislatures and less likely to prevail if they did. Yet this is exactly what progressives valued about Roe’s effect on abortion policy. It may be, then, that the real danger to the conservative majority on the Supreme Court is not that it will provoke a backlash on abortion — or, for that matter, social issues such as contraception and same-sex marriage. On those issues, too, progressives are more eager to see federal courts exercise power than conservatives are. The conservative justices could generate a more potent backlash by striking down laws and policies. So far, the court’s rulings on campaign finance and guns have not polarized the public the way Dobbs has. A determined Democratic party with control of the White House and Congress could easily get around many of its controversial decisions on economic issues. The court has not denied Congress the authority to fight climate change, for example, but rather said it has to do it explicitly. But the court could become more aggressive. Imagine that the justices set such strict limits on congressional delegation of rulemaking authority to the bureaucracy that modern government could no longer be practically sustained. Some conservatives and libertarians would be elated. The court would also, however, have made itself the issue in a way Dobbs hasn’t. Everyone who wants a large, active federal government would have to defeat the court to attain their policy objective. Even the court’s rulings on guns, controversial as they have been, have had limited practical effects. Its 2008 and 2010 decisions struck down unusually strict municipal ordinances. Its recent ruling against New York’s restrictions on carrying guns in public is consistent with the policies of at least 37 states. Advocates of more stringent regulation have generally been stymied by the political process, not the courts. But that, too, could change: Say the court struck down background checks as an intolerable infringement of the right to bear arms. All of these issues could, of course, get jumbled together in the din of politics. Perhaps the justices, seeing the backlash to Dobbs fizzle, will grow overconfident on economic questions. Or maybe outrage at Dobbs will make progressives more liable to strike against the court when it makes a ruling that has nothing to do with abortion. What has progressives angriest about the court at the moment, though, is not that it is blocking democratically enacted policies but that, on abortion, it is refusing to do that. Their objection is not to overreaching but to underreaching. Even if they were right, there’s little they can do about it. Ramesh Ponnuru is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist. He is the editor of National Review and a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. ©2022 Bloomberg L.P. Red flags can’t wave themselves Red flags will just hang like limp noodles if their flag-wavers go AWOL on breezeless days. Left unattended, those red bits of cloth will signal no warning alert, send no sense of alarm that urgent action is needed to save lives. And the same goes for even our best-intentioned red flag laws — such as the one the Congress just approved, touching off a burst of belated bipartisan self-congratulation. Red flag laws can prove every bit as limp and useless as those bits of cloth, if the laws are left to somehow enforce themselves, by federal, state and local law enforcement officials who allow themselves to become the government’s equivalents of limp noodle bureaucrats. That is one of the tragic lessons we are now being forced to confront after a twisted young shooter, armed with new combat-style weapons he was allowed to legally purchase — despite police warnings! — rained 83 flesh-ripping combat rounds down a family-friendly Fourth of July parade through Chicago’s picture-perfect northern suburb of Highland Park. The director of the Illinois State Police, Brendan Kelly, wants to be sure you know his agency handled everything strictly by the book. Kelly told reporters Wednesday he believes his agency handled everything appropriately. Even when it allowed Rob- Illinois State Police. The youth’s father, Robert E. Crimo Jr., who lives elsewhere, reportedly told police all the bladed weapons were his and his son was just holding them for him. Police gave the knives, dagger and sword to Guest Columnist the father. — Three months later, the ert E. Crimo III to buy all those youth, not yet 21, applied for a weapons — despite the fact that Firearm Owner’s Identification the state police received warncard, with his father signing as ings of two red flag incidents in his sponsor. By 2020, young Criwhich Highland Park police clasmo owned several guns, including sified Crimo as a “clear and pres- the rapid-firing semi-automatic ent danger.” rifle he allegedly used to kill sevYou be the judge. (And in this en and wound many more. case, you needed to be — because The police who believed that Kelly’s state police never brought the youth’s possession of 16 the matter to a court’s attenknives, a dagger and a sword was tion before allowing the undera “clear and present danger” may age youth to buy his mass-killwell have been able to convince ing combat weapon.) Here, Your a judge that possession of multiHonors, is what Kelly’s state pople rapid-firing rifles, magazines lice knew before allowing Crimo carrying 30 rounds and huge to buy his arsenal, on the grounds amounts of ammunition was at that it didn’t have enough info to least as dangerous as those sharp ask a judge to decide: blades. — In September 2019, HighIllinois State Police Director land Park police went to Crimo’s Kelly wants to be sure you know home after a person (name pubthat his agency doesn’t have a licly withheld) warned police the copy of the report filed by the then-teenager had bladed weapHighland Park police. Illinois’ ons and threatened to “kill every- red flag law was in effect in 2019. body” in the house. Police conBut the state police didn’t choose fiscated 16 knives, a dagger and to ask a judge to decide whether a sword. Earlier that year, police the youth, who had no arrest rehad gone to the house after record, should be allowed to buy his ceiving a report that the youth mass-killing arsenal. had attempted suicide. Kelly emphasized Wednesday — The Highland Park police that family and friends should take the lead in matters such as filed what is called a “clear and this. present danger” report with the Martin Schram “This is so dependent upon the people that may be closest around the individual of concern, the person that may be posing a threat to themselves … or others,” said Kelly. Time Out: Perhaps family members sometimes cannot lead an effort to block a gun purchase by an unstable family member — out of fear for their own safety at home. This may have been the duty of the state police to enforce public safely by asking a judge to decide whether a “Firearm Restraining Order” should be issued, as provided in Illinois’ red flag law. As explained in an Illinois state agency report, a judge can oversee the issuance of a 14-day Emergency Firearm Restraining Order, followed by a six-month Firearm Restraining Order and can hold a full hearing into the case. Back in Washington, armed with our new federal red flag provisions, the attorney general and secretary of homeland security need to act at once. They need to swiftly provide all states with a template of procedures that will assure that red flag alerts have at least an enforceable chance of safeguarding us all. Martin Schram, an op-ed columnist for Tribune News Service, is a veteran Washington journalist, author and TV documentary executive. Readers may send him email at martin.schram@gmail.com. ©2022 Tribune Content Agency, LLC. A successful state educational program In 2021, 76,000 Ohio high school students were taking colSometimes state government lege courses worth $158 million in actually improves life in Ohio. tuition. It’s so rare that when it happens Most often the courses are dewe should note the achievement livered online. But nearly 40% of and celebrate the success. the college-level course work is The case in point is the July 5 taught in the high school by high Blade story on the Maumee and school teachers, who’ve taken exSandusky school districts. They tra hours of professional developmet credentialing standards rement training. quired to teach up to 60 hours of Meeting the requirements to college-level courses to high school teach enough college coursework students. That allows students to earn associate degrees at Bowling for an associate degree is why Green State University. It’s part of Maumee and Sandusky now have the ability to hand their graduates the Ohio College Credit Plus proa high school and college diploma gram. It provides a great opporat commencement. tunity. All students benefit from the Since the program began in extra training and verified per2015, high school, or in some casformance from their high school es, junior high school students, have saved $883 million in univer- faculty. Bowling Green State Unisity tuition. versity benefits from a flow of stuby The Toledo Blade dents seeking to build upon their two year degree. The impact of the College Credit Plus program is astounding. In Lucas County 21% of high school students are taking at least one college course. The Early College High School-ECHS program between the University of Toledo and Toledo Public Schools is life changing. Nearly half the participants are racial minorities, and 60% are economically disadvantaged. State education department statistics show 95% of the high school students taking courses on campus at UT earn credit for the course and average a 3.46 GPA. Some of the other education-department statistics are applause worthy. More than 60 percent of the Whitmer High School students are taking a college class, nearly half earn three credits by graduation. The percentages of students taking university level course work is high around the region and the state. As a final feather in the cap of Ohio’s CCP program, enrollment in high school advanced placement classes has increased by 40% since 2010. It appears that Ohio high school students are willing to challenge themselves with tougher coursework to prepare for the CCP program. Across Ohio, the 3.33 GPA turned in by the early college students’ shows the overwhelming majority are capitalizing on the opportunity. That can only be good news for our collective future. �Region Tuesday, July 12, 2022 A7 West Virginia cafe to serve as recovery resource center by Katelyn Aluise THE HERALD DISPATCH HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Recovery Point West Virginia held its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Point Cafe, Huntington’s newest community resource center, on Thursday. The Point Cafe opened at 630 8th Ave. in Huntington after a few years of planning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reginald Jones, Recovery Point’s executive director, said they originally applied for a grant in 2019 from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to fund the cafe at a different location, but a “year of unavailability” led to the project coming to fruition later than expected. Now that the cafe is open, Jones said the location will be a safe space and a free, therapeutic environment for anyone seeking recovery to find resources, make connections and join support groups. The cafe will offer a variety of workshops and classes, including art and yoga. He said the cafe will also be a resource for the greater community of Huntington by holding cooking, financial literacy and computer courses, barista training and resume building assistance, among other services. “The idea came to us as an organization, Recovery Point, from looking at what the needs are of the community and trying to find a niche to fill those gaps,” Jones said. The Recovery Cafe is a national model that originated in Seattle, Washington, which has grown into a network for pro- Sholten Singer, The HeraldDispatch Mayor Steve Williams speaks during a grand opening and ribbon cutting for The Point Café on Thursday in Huntington. The Point Cafe opened after a few years of planning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recovery Point West Virginia Executive Director Reggie Jones speaks during a grand opening and ribbon cutting for The Point Café on Thursday in Huntington. The Point Cafe opened after a few years of planning during the COVID-19 pandemic. viding community support in safe and alcoholand drug-free spaces. The model encourages recovery by offering emotional support, sharing practical knowledge, providing assistance to complete tasks and facilitating contacts to instill a “sense of belonging,” according to the Recovery Cafe Network website. This is the first cafe in West Virginia. Jones said the cafe is fully staffed with a director, peer recovery support specialists and a case manager and will provide additional therapy and counseling. The opening ceremony was attended by Huntington Mayor Steve Williams, who helped Jones cut the ribbon to the cafe, as well as Point Cafe director David Allen, director of the West Virginia Office of Drug Control Policy Matthew Christiansen and director of the Mayor’s Council on Public Health and Drug Control Policy Jan Rader, among many Recovery Point and community members. Allen said the cafe model relies on a membership structure that requires having 24 hours of sobriety, participation in at least one recovery circle per week and eventually finding a way to give back to the cafe. Anyone in need of the cafe’s resources is welcome, regardless of whether or not they have been to Recovery Point. “Point Cafe is a free-standing community without a formal treatment component,” Allen said. “This allows the cafe to welcome a person who is either unable or hesitant to engage in the treatment system. Our members have opportunities to build on job skills, hobbies and positive relationships.” Williams — who expressed his “disappointment” over the outcome of the City of Huntington and Cabell County’s opioid lawsuit against major U.S. drug distributors, Sholten Singer, The Herald-Dispatch which was announced earlier this week on Independence Day — spoke to members of Recovery Point directly by saying, “While you’re in recovery, this is a city that’s in recovery as well, a state that’s in recovery and, if we’re going to be honest, a nation that’s in recovery — and we’re able to live and move forward by your example.” Christiansen said Huntington is a prime example of the way to address substance use disorder and bring communities together. He noted that the nation struggled at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic with a rise in overdose deaths due to an increase in fentanyl in the drug supply, but particularly because of restricted access to recovery programs like the cafe. “We weren’t able to have that one-on-one connection. We weren’t able to sit across from someone and be held accountable, face-to-face with another human being, because COVID took that from us,” Christiansen said. Since then, Christiansen said the West Virginia Office of Drug Control Policy has expanded quick response teams to more than 38 counties across the state and law enforcement-assisted diversion programs to more than half the counties in West Virginia. He also said there will be a “Save a Life Day” in almost every county in West Virginia on Sept. 8, and there are now more people in the state who are in recovery than ever. Christiansen said if the state can keep people with severe addiction alive and engaged in treatment and recovery services, more than 75% of people will eventually find their path to recovery. “Much of that is through the work of programs like the Point. It’s through the work of the stories that you all have, going to the brink, going to a very deep, dark place and coming back and bringing the light back and sharing that light with others,” he said. Rader said the safe space the cafe provides is an example of why Huntington has become the “city of solutions” in the opioid epidemic. “There are many barriers for individuals suffering from substance use disorder, not only in seeking treatment for that, but there are also triggers that can drive them back into addiction,” she said. “We have accomplished so much in this community. We have filled many gaps, but there are so many gaps left. The Point will fill one of those gaps. I think it’s a wonderful, innovative program, and there’s no doubt in my mind that this establishment is going to save many, many lives.” For more information about the Point Cafe, visit the Point Cafe Facebook page. Feces mailed to Ohio GOP lawmakers; post office investigates by Samantha Hendrickson ASSOCIATED PRESS/ REPORT FOR AMERICA COLUMBUS, Ohio — Feces were mailed to Ohio’s 25 Republican state senators this week, prompting an investigation by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, a spokesperson for the lawmakers confirmed Friday. Mailroom employees in the Ohio Statehouse and post offices in Cleveland and Akron intercepted the letters, which never made it to their intended recipients. Why they were sent remains unclear. No policy issues or certain grievances were included in the letters, said Senate GOP spokesperson John Fortney. The return address- es on the letters were deemed fake. Fortney called the incident “outrageous” and a serious health risk. “This type of biohazard attack doesn’t just stop with the people it’s directed towards,” Fortney said. “This is something that could potentially affect every single employee at the Ohio Statehouse, regardless of their political affiliation.” He said he isn’t aware of any House members receiving such mail. The U.S. Postal Service’s law enforcement arm is investigating the matter as a federal crime. It wouldn’t comment FriAP photo day about the ongoing investigation, including Troopers are visible on the Ohio Statehouse roof in Columbus, Ohio, in January 2021. A federal investigation is underwhether the waste was way after feces were sent to Ohio’s 25 Republican state senators. The letters were intercepted by mailroom employees in the Ohio Statehouse and post offices in Cleveland and Akron. Why they were sent is unclear. human or animal. �A8 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 Weather, Region Tickets for MercyMe’s Nov. 19 show in Huntington go on sale July 15 From Staff Reports Multi-Platinum band MercyMe has announced “MercyMe Live 2022,” an arena tour hitting 19 cities this fall and featuring returning special guests Rend Collective and Andrew Ripp. Launching Oct. 20 in Saginaw, Michigan, and concluding Nov. 20 in Norfolk, Virginia, the month-long run will visit major markets, including New York, Baltimore and Boston, as well as Huntington, West Virginia. Tickets are available beginning Friday, July 11 at MercyMe.org. The touring news arrives on the heels of the group’s latest single, “Then Christ Came.” Two years in the making, “Then Christ Came” was originally slated for MercyMe’s tenth studio album, inhale (exhale). However, frontman Bart Millard and his co-writer, David Leonard, didn’t finish the track in time. Yet, knowing it was already a special song, the band included a brief, incomplete demo of the chorus on their latest project. Recently, Millard revisited the lyrics and finished the song with friends Jason Ingram and Phil Wickham. “We are just so excited with how it turned out,” Millard shares of the hard-fought offering. “Sometimes we over-complicate things trying to come up with new, creative ways to sing about Jesus. But the message of this song is simple in that it’s about who I was before, and then Jesus showed up, and now everything has changed. We love how it turned out and hope you like it, too!” The award-winning group will bring their new single, as well as many chart-topping hits, directly to fans on Submitted photo the upcoming leg of the tour. MercyMe will play the Mountain Health Arena in Huntington, West Virgina on Nov. 19. Tickets go on sale July 15. �River Cities Sports Leader Tuesday, July 12, 2022 Gallia County football teams to be led by new faces by Colton Jeffries SPORTS WRITER GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — A new year with new faces. The Gallia Academy, River Valley and South Gallia football teams all have one thing in common. Besides being excited for the 2022 season: they have new leaders. All three high schools in Gallia County have new head coaches, the only schools in the River Cities’ reading area to make those changes. Gallia Academy Blue Devils The Blue Devils finished the season with a 4-4 overall record, going 2-2 in the Ohio Valley Conference. They were also the only team from Gallia County to make the playoffs, falling in the first round 21-2 to the Heath Bulldogs on the road. The Blue and White will be headed by Koleton Carter, who comes in to take over the reigns from fiveyear head coach Alex Penrod. Compared to last year, the Blue Devils will play the same field of opponents, though three games were canceled last season. Before the season begins, the Blue and White will have a pair of scrimmages against the Warren Warriors and the Chillicothe Cavaliers Aug. 6 and Aug. 12, respectively. Gallia Academy will open the season Aug. 19 with a road game against the Meigs Marauders, who File photo by Colton Jeffries|OVP Sports South Gallia sophomore Noah Cremeens (7) finds a hole in the Tornado defense during a football game against Southern Sept. 10 in Mercerville, Ohio. they defeated last year 2219. In week two, the Blue Devils will host the Athens Bulldogs, who they bested last year 34-0. The first Friday of September marks the Battle for the Bridge against the Point Pleasant Big Blacks, this time taking place on the Blue and White’s home turf. Last year, it was the Big Blacks who hoisted the tro- phy, winning by a score of 26-22. Week four, the Blue Devils hit the road again to face the Chesapeake Panthers in their first Ohio Valley Conference game. The game against the Panthers last year was canceled. It’s another road game for week five, as Gallia Academy plays the Portsmouth Trojans. Like the game against Chesapeake, the contest against Portsmouth was not played in 2021. The Blue and White complete the canceled-trio in week six, hosting the Fairland Dragons. After a short homestand, the Blue Devils are back on the road week seven to take on the Coal Grove Hornets, who bested Gallia Academy 34-25 last year. In week eight, the Blue Devils will host the Rock Hill Redmen. In their game last season, it was a low-scoring affair, with the Blue and White coming out on top 12-6. In their penultimate game of the season, the Blue Devils will face the Ironton Flying Tigers on the road. Ironton gave Gallia Academy its worst loss last year, beating the Blue Devils 43-0 at Memorial Stadi- um. The regular season wraps up Oct. 21 with a home game against the South Point Pointers, who the Blue Devils defeated 35-13 last season. Top returning players for the Blue Devils include Brody Fellure, Issac Clary, Kenyon Franklin, and Gabe Raynor. River Valley Raiders The Raiders went 2-6 overall last season, along with a record of 1-5 in the Tri-Valley Conference Ohio Division. This year, the Silver and Black will be led by Scott Cooper, who takes over from four-year head coach Jason Peck. Before the season starts, the Raiders will play the Portsmouth Trojans and the Oak Hill Oaks in a pair of scrimmages Aug. 6 and Aug. 12, respectively. River Valley has 10 games on the docket compared to last year’s eight. In terms of opponents, the Raiders will play seven teams they faced last year, while facing three new ones. They will face one of these new opponents Aug. 19 in week one at home: the Eastern Eagles. The Raiders and the Eagles haven’t faced off since the 2017 season, with the Silver and Black coming out on top 27-0. In week two on Aug. 26, the Raiders will travel to take on the cross-county rival South Gallia Rebels. See FACES, B2 Marshall to induct 9 new members into Athletics Hall of Fame Coach Jack Lengyel will be included From Staff Reports HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The man who helped Marshall’s football team recover from the tragic plane crash that killed 75 players, coaches and supporter in 1970, Jack Lengyel, is one of nine selected for induction into Marshall University Athletics Hall of Fame. Lengyel was head coach of the “Young” Thundering Herd, the program’s first teams following the 1970 plane crash. He rebuilt the football program, and picked up a 15-13 win in Marshall’s first home game after the crash by beating Xavier on a last-second touchdown on September 25, 1971. Later that same season, MU upset Bowling Green at Homecoming, taking down Coach Don Nehlen’s Falcons, 12-10. Following his time in Huntington, Lengyel joined the administrative ranks, being named Director of Athletics at Fresno State, Missouri and Navy. In 2006, Lengyel’s story was brought to the silver screen by Warner Bros. Pictures in We Are Marshall, where he was portrayed by Matthew McConaughey. The annual Hall of Fame dinner is scheduled Sept. 2 at 5 p.m., in the Don Morris Room of the Marshall University Memorial Student Center. Tickets are $35 each and are available through the Marshall University Ticket Office (in the lobby of the Cam Henderson Center on Third Avenue), at HerdZone.com or by calling 1-800-THE-HERD. Tickets purchased after September 2 will be $45. Photo courtesy Navy Athletics Jack Lengyel (left), who coached Marshall’s football team for three years as it tried to recover from the devastating plane crash of 1970, will be inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame. Lengyel was played by Matthew McConaughey (right) in the movie We Are Marshall. “One of the best things you get to do as a Director of Athletics is call those who are set to be inducted into the Hall of Fame,” said Christian Spears, Marshall’s first-year AD. “They have achieved something that brings true recognition to themselves, their school and their families, not to mention those who they competed with and against. “And then they get to join a group of others who have earned the same honor. I am tremendously grateful to announce the 2022 Hall of Fame Class.” Others in this year’s class (alphabetical order by last names): Stefanie Cook-Lewis, Softball/Women’s Soccer (1995-98) Sarah Crandall-Fletcher, Women’s Cross Country/ Track and Field (1990-94) Vinny Curry, Football (2008-11) Carrie Hinkle, Softball (1994-97) Jody Lambert, Women’s Basketball/Volleyball (1970-73) Kim Nutter, Men’s Cross Country/Track and Field (1978-82) Dave Tabor, Men’s Cross Country/Track and Field (1983-86) Travis Young, Men’s Basketball (1997-2001) The department will also honor Bill Noe, Men’s Swimming and Diving (1982-86); Jalicia Ross, Volleyball (2004-08) and Steve Sciullo, Football (1999-200) at this year’s banquet, due to the trio being unable to attend last fall’s induction. The Hall members will be guests of the Marshall M Club at the club’s tailgate at the southwest corner of Joan C. Edwards Stadium, prior the Thundering Herd’s September 3 football game versus Norfolk State. The class will be introduced to the stadium crowd in a pregame ceremony. Kickoff time is still to be determined. Tickets to the game also are available through the MU ticket office at the numbers or website listed above for banquet tickets. Stefanie Cook-Lewis, Softball/Women’s Soccer, 1995-98 Cook was selected to the Southern Conference 100th Anniversary Team in 2022 and was a threetime all-conference selection (1995 at shortstop, then at second base in 19961997). She was one of only two Herd players to earn such honors in the SoCon at least three times. The 1995 SoCon Freshman of the Year, Cook-Lewis finished in the top 10 in 11 different Marshall statistical categories. Her 235 games played are also more than anyone else in the history of the program. For her career, she is No. 1 in fielding assists (489), third in stolen base percentage (.876), eighth in stolen bases (78) and in walks (68), ninth in runs scored (120) and hits (208) and 13th in double-plays turned (16). She also lettered in soccer following her four-year softball career. Sarah Crandall-Fletcher, Women’s Cross Country/Track and Field, 1990-94 Crandall-Fletcher was part of a 4 x 800 relay team whose school record of 9:33.13, set in 1992, is still standing. She was a twotime SoCon medalist in the Indoor Championships in the 800 meters in both 1993 and 1994. She also set an 800-meter school record of 2:16.10 as a senior and set the 1,000-meter school record of 2:59.10 in 1993. At the 1992 Outdoor Southern Conference Track Championships, she was part of the Distance Medley Relay record-setting team that ran the event in 12:37.10. Vinny Curry, Football, 2008-11 Curry was named a second team All-American by CollegeFootballNews.com in 2010 (honorable mention by SI.com), then was first team by FWAA and Phil Steele as a senior as well as second team on AP, Walter Camp, CBS and Pro FB Weekly (and again honorable mention by SI.com). The Neptune, N.J. native was tabbed the C-USA Defensive Player of the Year for 2011 and was first team All-C-USA as both a junior and senior after making the honorable mention list in 2009. Curry is the school’s single-season record holder with seven forced fumbles in 2011, while his nine in a career is third most. He led Marshall in quarterback sacks as a junior (12.0) and senior (11.0), also leading in tackles for loss in those seasons with 18 in 2010 and 22 as a senior. Following his stellar Marshall career, Curry has spent more than a decade playing in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Jets. While with the Eagles, he was part of the organization’s Super Bowl LII-winning team. Carrie Hinkle, Softball, 1994-97 Hinkle, an outfielder during the program’s infancy, was named All-Southern Conference in 1995, when the Herd was SoCon Tournament Champions and is one of just five players named All-Southern Conference four times in league history. She is Marshall’s all-time leader in at-bats (743), sixth in runs scored (137), seventh in hits (231), ninth in stolen bases (70). She played in 218 games and held a career batting average (.311). Hinkle went a perfect 16for-16 in stolen bases as a freshman and was successful in 19 of 21 attempts as a sophomore. Her 224 atbats as a junior and 227 as a senior are the top two career marks in school history, while her 69 hits as a junior are fourth-most. As a junior, she helped lead the program to its first winning record (39-23). Hinkle holds the mark for the toughest to strikeout in team history at just 44 times in 743 at-bats. See HOF, B2 �B2 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 WVU, From Page B1 Big 12 media poll takeaways by Kevin Kinder BLUEGOLDNEWS.COM MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The recently released Big 12 Football Preseason Poll offers a quick snapshot of what a selection of media covering the league sees in terms of results for the 2022 season, but West Virginia fans (or those of most other schools) shouldn’t be too upset with the positioning of their teams here. It’s exceedingly rare when the exact finishing order of each school is pegged, and there is almost always one or two schools that exceed expectations (and one or two that fall below their predicted finish). However, the results of the poll can be used as a baseline for some other observations that, while not items you can take to your local betting outlet, can prove interesting. Following, a few such extrapolations: 1. When looking at such predicted results, don’t just look at the finishing spot. Look at the vote totals too. For example, West Virginia and TCU are within two points of each other (149147) in the final voting. Baylor, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State were within 23 points of each other. You can call that a reflection of just how close a number of games are every year, and how those are often the difference between a solid year (say 8-4) and one that’s below .500. 2. Often, teams with new coaches or replacing their quarterbacks are viewed a bit more skeptically in preseason polls, with the caveat that those coming off really good seasons or extended runs of success get a bit of benefit of the doubt. Oklahoma, TCU and Texas Tech have new head coaches this year, and the latter two reflect that in their lower-tier predicted finish. The Sooners were not downgraded for that twin hit, as their recent history and still considerable roster full of talent offsets the newness that first year head coach Brent Venables and transfer QB Dillon Gabriel must navigate. (Colton Jeffries|OVP Sports) Gallia Academy sophomore Hudson Shamblin (8) breaks through the Big Black defense during a football game against Point Pleasant Sept. 3 in Point Pleasant, W.Va. (Colton File photo by Kevin Kinder Jeffries|OVP Sports) The Big 12 media preseason poll was released this week, but there’s more to the results than a simple scan of the rankings. These two teams last met during the 2017 season, where South Gallia was victorious 34-28. The Rebels are home again in week four, hosting the Federal Hocking Lancers. These two teams last played against each other in the 2019 season, where the Rebels won by a score of 44-0. South Gallia stays home for week five by hosting the Belpre Golden Eagles. Last season, Belpre won at home 31-0. The Rebels finish their three-game homestand with a game against the Waterford Wildcats. South Gallia and Waterford last met in the 2020 season, where the Wildcats shutout the Rebels 61-0. The Red and Gold are on the road for the next two weeks, starting with week seven against the Eastern Eagles. Last season, the Rebels were shutout 46-0 by the Eagles. Next, they face off in Racine against the Southern Tornadoes, who bested the Rebels on their home field 57-22. The Rebels finish the regular season at home against the Trimble Tomcats. The two teams faced off last season, which ended in a 40-0 victory for the Tomcats. Top returning players for the Rebels include Bryson Stanley, Noah Cremeens and EJ Siders. and Field, 1978-82 The late Kim Nutter was named All-Southern Conference in cross country in 1979, qualifying for the nationals that season. He also won back-to-back SoCon Indoor titles in the 3-mile run in 1979 and 1980, breaking the school record in both performances. Nutter was a six-time all-conference performer in indoor and outdoor track and cross country. He is still the school record holder for the indoor 5000 meters (14:18.94). Nutter passed away on November 15, 2004. Dave Tabor, Men’s Cross Country/Track and Field, 1983-86 Tabor was selected to the Southern Conference’s 100th Anniversary Team in 2022 after being named all-conference three times (1984, 1985, 1986) in cross country and nine times in track. He was also the league’s individual champion as a senior, helping the program to win its second SoCon Championship, after earning team runners up in 1984 and 1985. As a freshman, he helped the team to a third-place finish. Tabor finished in the top 12 in all four SoCon cross country championships and was all-league in indoor and outdoor track and field four times apiece. Travis Young, Men’s Basketball, 1997-2001 Young was the Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year and garnered all-conference honorable mention acclaim as a senior. He is one of just 21 Thundering Herd players to be named all-league in the MAC and was third all-time at Marshall in steals. He is also ninth in program history in assists. To date, he is also among the program’s all-time leaders in scoring, field goals made, field goals attempted and free throw percentage. Young helped lead Marshall to a 55-29 record over the course of his sophomore, junior and senior campaigns. (Continued from Page B1) Other teams that are expected to break in new starting signal callers include Baylor, Kansas State, Texas, Iowa State, Texas Tech (sort of) and West Virginia. That also contributes to the jumbled nature of the picks. Those schools bringing in QBs that have successful Division I starting experience might have been viewed a bit more optimistically. 3. If you’re still bent out of shape, look at other predictions — at least those put out by reputable outlets, and not those pushed by betting outlets or someone simply looking for a hot take. For example, College Football News has the same top three schools as the Big 12 media poll, but orders them Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Texas. It then has the Mountaineers tied for fourth with Baylor. Granted, it has some wonky picks — WVU beating Oklahoma and Baylor and losing to Texas Tech — but at least they took the time to go through every game. For sure, fourth sounds a lot better than eighth, no matter how it would play out. 4. Would any of the voters in this poll be influenced by the fact that Texas and Oklahoma shanked the league in the back? We’re all human, and it has to be at least considered that someone(s) covering the league for a lengthy time might have downvoted the Sooners or Horns. That’s not to say either team was undervalued in this poll, but it’s been such an automatic for OU to be voted No. 1, and Texas to be overrated, that you have to wonder why they are down just a bit. Did voters actually look at the rosters and returning/ incoming talent for this year, or was it something else? 5. Speaking of ‘What are you looking at?’ one voter picked Iowa State to win the league. This, on top of a finish last year in which an apparently loaded ISU team finished just 7-6 overall and 5-4 in the conference. Perhaps the Cyclones were overrated last year, but with their personnel losses, it’s tough to think they can beat enough teams to make it to the title game this season. 6. Finally, the portal has changed everything in terms of year-to-year evaluations and outlooks for teams. The formula used to be pretty simple: look at the number of returning starters/key contributors, add a bonus for a starting QB returning, take a quick look at jucos and the few transfers that were incoming, and make a call. Now, with so many players switching schools, more proven players moving up off really good showings at previous stops, it becomes even more difficult to analyze how all those pieces might fit together. It might be easier at this point to figure out conference realignment than it is to tab a close-to-correct finishing order. HOF (Continued from Page B1) Jody Lambert, Volleyball/Women’s Basketball, 1970-73 Lambert played three seasons of volleyball — the Herd compiled a record of 52-24 during that span — and she was named team captain in 1972 with the volleyball team advanced to the AIAW Tournament. She was also the first fouryear letterwinner for the “Green Gals” and was on the original women’s basketball team at Marshall. She helped lead the team to a 7-0 record in 1970, a 13-4 Last year, the two teams faced off twice, with the Raiders winning the first meeting 31-0 and the Rebels taking the second 26-7. Week three starts a twoweek homestand for the Raiders, starting off with a game against the South Point Pointers. The two teams last played in 2020 in South Point, with the Pointers taking a close 10-9 victory. In week four, the Silver and Blacks hosts the Nelsonville-York Buckeyes. Last season, the Buckeyes defeated the Raiders 48-13 at home. The Raiders are back on the road for week five, travelling to face the Meigs Marauders. Last season, it was Meigs who took the victory by a score of 27-6. In week six, the Wellston Golden Rockets come to Bidwell. Last season’s game took place in Wellston, where the home team picked up the 46-6 victory. On Sept. 30 in week seven, the Raiders hit the road to take on the Alexander Spartans. Last year, the Silver and Black defeated the Spartans at home 40-21. The Raiders close out their home season in week eight by hosting the Vinton County Vikings. Last season, the Vikings shutout the Raiders 45-0. The penultimate game of the season comes on the road against the Athens Bulldogs, who gave the Raiders their second shutout loss of 2021 35-0 at home. Finally, River Valley will travel to face the Federal Hocking Lancers, who they did not face last year. Top returning players for the Raiders include Justin Stump, Michael Conkle, Mason Browning and Riley Evans. South Gallia Rebels The Rebels finished 2021 with a 1-7 record, going 0-4 in the Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division. This year, the Red and Gold will be led by Bryan Morrow, who takes over coaching duties from threeyear coach Vance Fellure. The Rebels will be playing nine games in the 2022 season. Six games against opponents from last year and three newer foes. Like last year, the season starts with a game against the Symmes Valley Vikings, but this time on the road. Last season, the Vikings bested the Rebels 42-0. In week two, the Rebels hold their home opener by hosting the rival River Valley Raiders. These two teams faced off twice in the 2021 season, with the Raiders winning in Bidwell 31-0 and the Rebels winning in Mercerville 26-7. The Red and Gold see their first newer opponent in week three, a road game against the Manchester Greyhounds. FACES Photo courtesy NFL Former Marshall standout Vinny Curry has made a career for himself in the NFL. 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Of course, you should have your wiener your way, but this is just to say that those of us who choose to take the ketchup path have some sound reasons. Heinz has been around since 1869, but it wasn’t until under the Reagan administration in 1981 that ketchup entered the vegetable category in the U.S. (a long, sad school-lunch story). Of course, tomatoes are technically a fruit, and a condiment does not a veg- gie make. The nutritional value of ketchup is pretty much nil — but, then, same with mustard. As a tomato is a fruit, one theory might be that those vociferously against ketchup-on-a-hot-dog are of the same ilk as the anti-pineapple-on-pizza faction. But — unlike pineapple — tomatoes are delicately sweet, and also an excellent source of savory umami. Ketchup’s additional tang makes it a win-win-win when it comes to accompanying meat. It also plays nicely with the spice of mustard. It’s true that classic Heinz and many other brands of ketchup contain high-fructose corn syrup to amp up the sweetness. If that’s a concern, look for organic ketchup made with cane sugar — though we’re talking hot dogs, so maybe throw nutrition-caution to the wind? (However, I’d avoid Heinz No Sugar Added, which contains the artificial sweetener sucralose, “not normally found in ketchup,” according to the label.) Chicago traditionally deplores ketchup on a hot dog. But the Chicago dog features tomatoes (plus onion, mustard, celery salt and lots of pickley stuff — nicely played, Chicago!), which are, as we know, the basis of ketchup. Are we so divided after all, the ketchup and the anti-ketchup parties? © 2022 The Seattle Times �Classified Legal Notices NOTICE TO BIDDERS Perry Township will be accepting Sealed Bids for paving on Brushy Point Road and The Village of Patriot until 7:00 P.M. on July 20, 2022 at 26 Boggs School Road, Patriot, Ohio 45658. 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NOTICE OF ETC STATUS On April 26, 2022, AmeriMex Communications Corp., dba SafetyNet Wireless, a public telecommunications utility, applied to the Public Service Commission, pursuant to Section 2 14(e)(2) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, as amended, for designation as an Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC) in West Virginia to obtain federal universal service fund (USF) support for providing wireless Lifeline services. SafetyNet meets all the necessary qualifications for ETC designation under the Act solely to participate and provide services supported by low-income USF programs. The service SafetyNet offers will include providing handsets at no cost to eligible subscribers and benefits eligible wireless customers by increasing competitive choices. According to federal guidelines, a carrier seeking ETC status must advertise on a regular basis in media targeted to the general residential market throughout its service areas and in a manner substantially similar to the media that the serving incumbent local exchange carrier advertises in the particular service area. On June 23,2022, the Commission granted the Application. SafetyNet will provide these services under its approved trade name(s). This notice is being provided in accordance with Commission requirements and is not for the purpose of seeking public comment or protest. 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ROACH: Our family dog got sick and needed to be admitted to the veterinary hospital, where she was diagnosed with leptospirosis. The vet says she will pull through, but do I need to be concerned about my family? — E.V. ANSWER: A handful of diseases — called zoonoses — can be transmitted from dogs to humans. Of these, leptospirosis is the only one that can be transmitted by urine. It’s most likely your dog was in contact with an infected rodent in the house or yard, or it could have come from stagnant water where animal urine could be found. Unfortunately, yes, the disease can be passed from your dog to your family, so you need to be vigilant in watching all family members for sudden onset of symptoms. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can cause serious illness. The most common initial signs are fever, mus- cle aches, shaking, chills and headache. These symptoms typically start suddenly. Redness of the conjunctiva, seen as redness in the white part of the eyes, is a typical finding, but there are other less-specific signs, including abdominal pain, cough, joint pain and rash. I do not recommend medication to prevent infection in humans. Any symptoms should be evaluated by your regular doctor, whom you should tell about the dog’s diagnosis. Carefully cleaning all hard surfaces (mix 1 part bleach to 10 parts water for an effective solution or use a professional antibacterial cleaning solution) and washing bedding where the dog has been would be wise. Once the dog has gotten the OK from your vet to come home, wash your hands after handling the dog, and use gloves if you are handling its waste. There is a dog vaccine, which unfortunately is not 100% effective. There is no vaccine for humans. I would also consider professional pest control to make sure you don’t have any mice or rats living in the home. Leptospirosis can affect many animals. Dogs are common, but in the rare case, cats get it too. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 72 years old and have developed severe tendonitis in my right shoulder. After having seen a doctor, receiving two shots, undergoing six weeks of therapy and trying my best to curtail use of my right arm, I find there is still significant pain. The doctor says the last remaining option is surgery, which I am not in favor of. I have been in pretty good health. Other than some prostate and heart issues, I believe I am in reasonably good shape, having done outdoor work and gardening. Any suggestions on moving forward? — E.C. ANSWER: Tendon problems of the shoulder can cause very significant loss of function, and the best treatment is usually what you have done: physical therapy and sometimes joint injections. I agree with you that surgery is not a great option. Try asking your therapist if you are continuing to improve, or are not getting any better. If you are still improving, even if slowly, continue the exercise for at least another few weeks. Ask your therapist about home activity. Most often, they want you to do more, not less, so curtailing use at home might be the wrong move. An MRI scan is considered standard before surgery and can help be sure there are no other issues. If the surgeon says you aren’t going to get better without surgery, and you aren’t getting better with more therapy (and possibly injections), I recommend getting the surgery done if your regular doctor says your heart issues make surgery safe for you. Having both arms working well improves quality of life a lot. Dear Abby Woman chooses to air family issues on Facebook by Abigail Van Buren DEAR ABBY: I recently posted on Facebook about how I never get any recognition from my only son on my birthday, Mother’s Day or any holiday. My daughterin-law then responded that I care more about my dogs than my grandchildren. I live in Florida; they live in Kansas. Last year, I offered to fly the girls to Florida for a visit but was told no. I have asked that they come for a visit, but no visits have happened. I live alone and have five rescue dogs, three rescue cats and foster abandoned kittens. In order for me to visit them, I would have to pay for airfare, parking and a pet sitter, and would need a family member to pick me up and usher me around. I responded that if they wanted to pick up the tab, I would be happy to visit. They claim I do “nothing” to be a grandmother to their girls. Abby, I started a 529 college fund for them years ago. When I asked what they want me to do, I received no response. At this point, I’m considering changing my will and the beneficiary of my life insurance. When I asked again about what they wanted, she said she needed time. It’s been weeks. What now? — NOT MEASURING UP DEAR NOT MEASURING UP: Not knowing your son and daughterin-law’s financial situation, I can only suspect that the reason they haven’t taken you up on your invitation to visit is that they can’t afford airfare for four and think you can better afford to do the traveling. It is a shame you had to publicize on Facebook the fact that you have such a distant relationship with them, rather than pick up a phone and discuss it privately. I’m not sure what you expect your daughter-inlaw to do at this point. (Offer to pay for some or all of your expenses?) Your money is, of course, yours to do with as you wish after your death. But wouldn’t it be better spent cementing a relationship with your family while you’re alive than using it to punish them after you are gone? There are alternative ways to “visit” virtually, to stay in touch and show an interest in your grandkids. More and more people do it these days, and it isn’t difficult. DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married 30 years to a man who is a good person in every way except one. He lies to me. It’s mostly about inconsequential things, but over the past six months, his lies or omissions have rocked the foundations of our marriage. He does it typically to cover up behavior he’s ashamed of. He has promised to be more truthful and transparent, but recently I caught him lying about something I saw with my own eyes. When I called him on it, he admitted the truth. Each time, he swears he will do better. Is he a pathological liar? I feel like I’m at the end of my rope, but I hate to throw away 30 years of marriage and maybe many more if it’s something that can be addressed. Please help. — SICK OF LIES IN MASSACHUSETTS DEAR SICK: It appears the man you are married to is a compulsive liar. By now it must be clear to both of you that unless he’s willing to work on his inability to tell the truth and seek help from a mental health professional, nothing will change. If you are serious about “throwing away 30 years of marriage,” offer him that option before consulting a lawyer. Bridge The fortunate are always lucky by Phillip Alder There are some people who seem to get out of the bed on the winning side every morning. One of them was sitting North in this deal. First, she opened with a strong, artificial and forcing two clubs, which escapes criticism. Then, over South’s negative response, she showed her suit: again reasonable. However, when South bid three hearts, North leapt to Blackwood with no justification at all. A quiet four hearts would have sufficed. If slam had been on, South would have taken another bid. Af- ter learning that South had no aces and no kings, North picked six diamonds as the final contract. West was on lead. Understandably, she rejected a major-suit attack. She also refused to open with a club (which kills the contract) because she had an aversion to leading away from an unsupported jack. So she chose a trump. As North tabled her hand, she said, “I have lucky sevens, partner.” Declarer drew trumps in three rounds and then led a heart to the queen and king. Back came a club, but declar- er went up with dummy’s ace, cashed the heart ace and claimed when everyone followed. Her 12 tricks were one spade, four hearts, six diamonds and one club. West shook her head in amazement, but have you noticed that she missed a second chance to defeat the slam? When the first heart was led to the queen, West should not have taken the trick. West still would have had a heart trick, but the suit would have been irreparably blocked, and South would have finished down one or two. Horoscope by Eugenia Last Facts and truth matter. Listen, assess and do your research. Trust your intelligence, memory and ability to get to the bottom of anything questionable. Take the initiative and discover unique ways to improve your everyday life. Invest more time and money in how you look and what you know. Live, learn and laugh. CANCER (June 21July 22) — Trust in yourself. Don’t follow anyone or give others control over what happens to you. Overreacting will lead to problems. Distance yourself from temptation, and do your best to declutter your life. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) —Put your responsibilities behind you before you head out to do something more enjoyable. Your leisure time will be significantly more fun if you have a clear conscience. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Take a hint from someone you respect. Making comparisons can help you visualize what makes you happy and how to accommodate your needs. Put an end to what is no longer working for you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Concentrate on who and what you want to be, and map out a responsible plan that encourages you to apply your skills and experience to achieve your goals. Arguing won’t solve problems. SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — Revise your plans to fit any changes that pop up. Staying on top of situations will help alleviate stress. Be innovative, use your imagination and learn as you go. Change begins with you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Overspending and underestimating will wreak havoc on your life if you lack discipline. A tight schedule will help keep you on the straight and narrow and set your mind at ease. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19) — Talk things through to make sure you are on the same page as the people around you, then proceed to the finish line. You’ll accomplish your objective if you are earnest and focused. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) — Dig deep and you’ll discover you have the answers you need to get on with your life. Evaluate, plan and move forward with confidence knowing that you are doing what’s best for you. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Keep trying until you feel comfortable with the results. Share your thoughts with peo- ple in situations similar to yours. You will find out how to resolve anything standing in your way. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Look for answers, take control and learn about health, stress management and how to achieve a fulfilling, happy life. By being responsible for your decisions, you’ll feel better about yourself. TAURUS (April 20May 20) — Set your sights on your goal and make whatever changes necessary to get what you want. An assertive attitude will help you push your way past slowpokes holding you back. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — Take charge, and don’t rely on others to do things for you. Look at the scope of what you want to achieve. Focus on the details that will get you to your destination; your long-term plan will lead to victory. Tuesday, July 12, 2022 B7 �B8 Tuesday, July 12, 2022 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 07. July Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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