http://66.213.69.5/files/original/396820b6080182f57869224b0696b2e9.pdf 1d3248a8390875b74353efe8859e2e4f PDF Text Text Living in interesting times Honorable mention All-American Lawn and Garden Guide OPINION s 4A SPORTS s 6A GARDEN s 1B C_ZZb[fehjšFec[heo"�E^_e Breaking news at mydailysentinel.com Issue 49, Volume 74 Thursday, March 26, 2020 s 50¢ Two arrested Officials remind of ‘Stay-at-home’ message for burglary, other charges a male subject, later identified as Glenn F. POMEROY Young, age 55, — Two men are of Racine, was facing multiple found sleeping charges after a on the passenger suspicious perside of the vehison complaint on Young cle. Young was Monday. taken into cusSheriff Keith tody at that time Wood reports and was transthat on March ported by Deputy 23, a suspicious Martin to the male complaint Meigs County was received Jail where he was on Sugar Run Thorla incarcerated. Road. The suspiThorla was not cious male, who located at the scene but was later identified as later was apprehended Robert E. Thorla, age 41, of Racine, had been by Deputy Clint Patterson with the assistance asking for help getting a vehicle that was stuck from Racine Marshal Hupp, Sgt. Jones and in the woods. Sgt. Jones responded Deputy Hill at a resiand upon arrival, found dence on Bashan Road. Deputy Hill transported a vehicle on the propThorla to the Meigs erty that bordered the County Jail where he property owned by Riverside Towing, stuck was incarcerated. Both Robert E. Thorabout 50 yards off the roadway. Sgt. Jones and la and Glenn F. Young have been charged with Lee Richards, owner Aggravated Burglary, of Riverside Towing, approached the vehicle Possession of Criminal and found several items Tools and Vandalaround the vehicle that ism and are awaiting arraignment in the Richards identified as Meigs County Court. belonging to vehicles from his tow yard. Information provided by the Upon Sgt. Jones’s Meigs County Sheriff’s Office. approach to the vehicle, Staff Report Ohio University president provides COVID-19 update message with the Ohio University community ATHENS, Ohio — In Wednesday afternoon. Dear Ohio University a letter from university Community, President M. Duane I am writing today Nellis, confirmed a to inform you that a member of the unimember of our University community versity community has has tested positive for self-identified that they COVID-19. The person was brief- tested positive with coronavirus (COVIDly back in the Athens area while awaiting test 19) after returning from a University-sponsored results, but has since returned to their home study away program. county, according to the We have also confirmed the positive test with letter. Ohio University Presi- public health officials in dent M. Duane Nellis See UPDATE | 8A shared the following Staff Report A NEWS/SPORTS Obituary: 2A News: 3A Opinion: 4A Business: 5A Sports: 6A TV: 7A Weather: 8A B LAWN & GARDEN Comics: 7B Classifieds: 8B JOIN THE CONVERSATION What’s your take on today’s news? Go to mydailysentinel. com and visit us on facebook to share your thoughts. Rachel Bales | Courtesy photo Local businesses which remain open during the “stay-at-home” order are taking steps to remind customers to keep their distance in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. At Powell’s Foodfair in Pomeroy, signs have been placed around the store with the reminder to stay six feet away from one another, as well as tape placed on the floor at the checkout area marking that distance. The store, as well as others in the region, have set special shopping hours for seniors. At Powell’s the senior shopping time is 7-8 a.m. each day. Lt. Governor warns of enforcement Sometimes I feel like I don’t deserve all the attention I’m getting. I am the tip of an on companies violating Staff Report iceberg of a group of amazing colleagues the governor’s “stay at of mine. There is a huge amount of folks home” order, which limits COLUMBUS, Ohio — working on your behalf. They will keep As Ohio continues under business operations to a stay-at-home order, Gov. those providing essential working for you. It’s not just me, it’s all of us. Mike DeWine, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted and Health Director Dr. Amy Acton conitnue to remind of the importance of staying home to limit spread of COVID-19. “Enforcement is coming. We can’t have people who are violating this. Because it’s not fair,” said Lt. Gov. Jon Husted in describing crackdowns services. Husted also reminded that even essential businesses which do not following the steps in the order can be made to shut down. Gov. DeWine stated that they are beginning action against one business, and that it likely “won’t be the last company”. The stay-at-home order Lawmakers approve bill addressing coronavirus impact COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Mandatory state testing for schools would be ditched this year and Ohioans who didn’t vote in the March 17 primary would have until April 28 to cast an absentee ballot under emergency legislation approved Wednesday by Ohio lawmakers to address the impact of the coronavirus. The bill also would allow high school seniors to graduate if they were on track already, waive district and school report cards, let school districts use distance learning to make up for missed days caused by the virus-related closure of districts statewide, and freeze the school voucher program at the current level of 517 schools. Recent nursing graduates could receive a tem- porary certification to allow them to begin work immediately, and people unable to renew drivers’ licenses or professional licenses wouldn’t be penalized. The deadline for filing state income taxes would be extended until July 15 under the legislation approved unanimously by the Senate, followed by the House. The bill heads to Republican Gov. Mike DeWine who’s expected to sign it soon, but not Wednesday. Seven members of the 33-member Senate were absent after Senate President Larry Obhof told anyone not feeling well to stay away. Many lawmakers were dressed casually, as Obhof had See BILL | 8A — Dr. Amy Acton Ohio Department of Health Director remains in effect until at least April 6, but could be extended if deemed necessary. Gov. DeWine stated in then news conference Wednesday that all the decisions have been based on the best information they could get, while reminding that the essential job of the government is to protect people, especially the most vulnerable. “These decisions See MESSAGE | 3A Racine to apply for Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Staff Report POMEROY — The Village of Racine will have the opportunity for the 2020 Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Program following a decision by the Meigs County Commissioners. Racine Mayor Scott Hill and Middleport Mayor Fred Hoffman, each accompanied by additional village representatives, presented final information to the commissioners during last week’s regular meeting before the unanimous vote by the board for Racine to apply. Racine last received the grant in 2010, according to the discussion, with Middleport having last received the funding in 2014. The grant, which can be applied for by one applicant from the county every two years, is valued at up to $750,000. Racine was the applicant in the 2018 grant year, but did not receive funding. The commissioners noted that there did not seem to be a good reason why the grant application was rejected, with the only thing noted being lack of community support. They noted that the village had letters of support of multiple groups in the community, but that there is not a large number in the community. While five or six letters of support may represent a very small percentage in some communities, for villages like Racine, it would be See RACINE | 8A �DEATH NOTICES/NEWS 2A Thursday, March 26, 2020 DEATH NOTICES Nursing home is now W.Va’s ‘ground zero’ HALL POINT PLEASANT — Gerald Ray Hall, 64, Point Pleasant, W.Va. and formerly of Gallipolis, Ohio, died Monday, March 16, 2020 at his residence. No service is planned at this time. PYLES GALLIPOLIS FERRY — Patricia Ann “Nammy” Pyles, 75, of Gallipolis Ferry, W.Va., died Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, W.Va.. A graveside service and burial will be 1 p.m. Friday, March 27, 2020, at Concord Cemetery in Henderson, W.Va., with Pastor Dean Warner and L.D. Pyles officiating. Due to the recommendations and guidelines of this unprecedented restricted time, there will be no public visitation. Services are under the direction of Wilcoxen Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, W.Va. MAYHONE BIDWELL — Chrystal Mayhone, 34, of Bidwell, Ohio, died March 18, 2020 at her residence. A memorial graveside service will be held in the Barton Chapel Cemetery, Apple Grove, West Virginia at a later date. The Cremeens-King Funeral Home, Gallipolis, Ohio, is entrusted with the arrangements. MEIGS BRIEFS Editor’s Note: Meigs Briefs will only list event information that is open to the public and will be printed on a space-available basis. County Council on Aging The Meigs County Council on Aging is providing delivered meals for seniors age 60 and older, as well as an errand/sopping service during this COVID-19 pandemic. For more information contact 740-9922161. Pet food assistance In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Meigs County Commissioners have partnered with the Meigs County Humane Society to provide pet food for residents who have found themselves in need of assistance. Please call 740-992-6064 and listen to the directions on the recording. Banquet canceled POMEROY — The Pomeroy High School Alumni Association has canceled their annual alumni banquet scheduled for May 23, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Political Signs MIDDLEPORT — Middleport Mayor Fred Hoffman announced that all political and other signs must be removed from all village and state right-of-ways within the village by Sunday night, March 29. The village will begin mowing these areas. Letters of interest POMEROY — The Village of Pomeroy is accepting letters of interest from those interested in serving the unexpired council term of Brian Young. Letters should be mailed or hand delivered to the mayor at 660 E. Main Street, Pomeroy, OH 45769. Letters will be accepted through March 30. Services canceled MIDDLEPORT — The First Baptist Church of Middleport will be canceling our Evening Services on Wednesdays and Sundays during the pandemic as long as the Federal and State of Ohio bans/restrictions are in place. Cemetery cleanup RUTLAND TWP. — The Rutland Township Trustees request that all decorations be removed from cemeteries in Rutland Township by March 15 and remain off until April 1 in preparation for spring cleanup. BURLINGHAM — The trustees of the Burlingham Cemetery will soon begin spring cleaning. Families with grave decorations that they wish to keep should remove them no later than April 1st. 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(AP) — A West Virginia nursing home with at least 20 coronavirus cases has become “ground zero” for the state’s growing virus caseload, officials said Wednesday. Carl Shrader, medical director for the Sundale nursing home in Morgantown, said 16 residents and four staffers have tested positive for the virus. Seventysix tests are pending as of Wednesday morning, though results are expected in the coming days, he said. “This is ground zero for COVID-19 in West Virginia, and I’m sitting in it,” Shrader told The Associated Press in a phone interview. A majority of West Virginia’s caseload, which nearly doubled in a day to at least 39 as of Tuesday night, has been reported in Monongalia County, where the nursing home is located. The state has yet to register a death due to this coronavirus. But testing remains limited, meaning most people now spreading the highly contagious virus may not know that they’ve been infected. Sundale has tested almost all of its 98 residents, Shrader said. Isolation measures are in place throughout the facility and the state’s National Guard is assisting in the effort. He said the facility has received donations of testing supplies and safety equipment. Shrader said the first positive result came on Sunday and set off a panic among families barred from visiting residents due to safety precautions. “Clearly it was terrifying and very emotional for families and staff and in general,” he said. A statewide stay-home order that also directed all nonessential busi- nesses to close went into effect Tuesday night, intensifying previous moves by Gov. Jim Justice, who ordered the closure of bars, restaurants, casinos, gyms, health clubs, recreation centers, barbershops, nail salons and hair salons. Justice’s family resort hotel has also been closed, along with lodges and the famous Hatfield–McCoy Trails. Schools are shuttered until at least March 27. The Republican governor has repeatedly warned of the virus’s potential damage in a state where about 20% of the population is 65 or older and has a high percentage of people have existing health problems. A recent Kaiser Family Foundation study found that West Virginia has the nation’s highest percentage of adults at risk of developing serious illnesses from the virus. Justice acknowledged the rising toll at Sun- dale at the start of a virtual prayer service at the state Capitol on Wednesday. “This terrible virus, we know, attacks them and attacks them first and foremost. And those are the ones that we have to look out for in every way especially, we want to look out for all of us but especially them,” he said of the elderly. The governor is scheduled to hold a news conference at 3 p.m. For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks, and the overwhelming majority of people recover. But severe cases can need respirators to survive, and with infections spreading exponentially, hospitals across the country are either bracing for a coming wave of patients, or already struggling to keep up. Hospital announces opening of donation site Drive-through collection site provides, safe, easy way to support COVID-19 response ATHENS — OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital is announcing the opening of a temporary donation site to provide a safe, convenient way to donate needed medical supplies while honoring the Governor and the State’s directives on social distancing and group gatherings. This drive-up, dropoff collection site, located in the parking lot of O’Bleness Hospital (55 Hospital Drive), will allow individuals to donate needed items. The site will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 25-27 and March 30-April 3. Future collection times and locations may be announced at a later date. To donate, please send an email to: supplydonation@ohiohealth.com and OhioHealth will contact you to finalize the donation. OhioHealth is accepting donations of the fol- lowing new, unopened medical supplies: š�D#/+�CWiai š�<WY[�I^_[bZi š�Ikh][ho�CWiai š�FheY[Zkh[�CWiai š�C[Z_YWb�;o[m[Wh% Glasses š�?iebWj_ed�=emdi š�C[Z_YWb�9el[hWbbi š�;nWc�=bel[i� (S,M,L) š�>WdZ�IWd_j_p[h š�IeWf š�8b[WY^ š�Je_b[j�FWf[h š�8_e^WpWhZ�8W]i š�:_ifeiWXb[�BWX� Coats š�D[Xkb_p[hi The Athens City- County Health Department is also collecting other medical equipment for first responders and health care providers. If you would like to donate any of these items, please call 740-592-4431, and press 0 for an operator to schedule a time to deliver items as the health department is currently closed to walk-in traffic. The health department is also collecting homemade masks for the hospital in the event that they become necessary. Prince Charles tests positive for the coronavirus By Jill Lawless and Danica Kirka ciation, citing a source, said the Associated Press prince and the 72-year-old duchess remained in LONDON — Prince good spirits, and Charles, the heir to that Charles was the British throne, has Charles not bedridden. tested positive for the The British new coronavirus, royal government has officials confirmed Wednesday — touching advised people over age off debate about whether 70 to take social distancing measures especially his wealth and status seriously and warned gave him priority in they may need to stay receiving a test. home for 12 weeks. The 71-year-old is For most people, the showing mild symptoms new coronavirus causes of COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and and is self-isolating at a royal estate in Scotland, cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For the prince’s Clarence some, especially older House office said. His wife, Camilla, the Duch- adults and people with existing health problems, ess of Cornwall, has it can be more severe, tested negative. causing pneumonia and “The Prince of Wales sometimes death. has tested positive for Charles is the latCoronavirus,” Clarence est high-profile figure House said. to reveal a COVID-19 It said he “otherwise diagnosis. He joins a remains in good health growing list of celebriand has been working ties, athletes and other from home throughout famous people who been the last few days as tested for the novel corousual.” navirus, even when they Britain’s Press Asso- didn’t have a fever or other severe telltale symptoms. That has fueled the perception that the wealthy and famous have been able to jump to the head of the line to get tested while others have been turned away or met with long delays. Scientists, public health and frontline medical staff officials have urged Britain to ramp up the number of people being tested for the virus. Currently the vast majority of people with mild symptoms are not being tested. The government says it tested 6,491 people on Tuesday and hopes to increase that to 25,000 tests a day within three weeks. A member of the Scottish Parliament, Joan McAlpine, expressed surprise that Charles was tested. McAlpine, a legislator with Scotland’s governing Scottish National Party wished Charles a speedy recovery, but wondered aloud whether he had received special treatment. “Given that his symptoms are said to be mild, like many I wonder how he was tested when many NHS and social care workers cannot get tested,’’ she said on Twitter. “My nephew, who has serious asthma and a chest infection was recently refused a test.’’ Charles and Camilla’s tests were carried out by the National Health Service in Scotland. Its website says that in general people will be tested if they “have a serious illness that requires admission to hospital.’’ Scotland’s Chief Medical Officer Catherine Calderwood defended the test. “From the information I’ve been given it’s clear he was tested for clinical reasons,’’ she said. “And I’m pleased also that he is well and as with many people who have had this virus he has had a mild illness.” MEIGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Editor’s Note: The Daily Sentinel appreciates your input to the community calendar. To make sure items can receive proper attention, all information should be received by the newspaper at least five business days prior to an event. All coming events print on a space-available basis and in chronological order. Events can be emailed to: TDSnews@aimmediamidwest.com. Thursday, March 26 Monday, March 30 MIDDLEPORT — A Middleport Zoning Commission meeting will be held at the Village Hall at 1 pm. The owner of 923 S. 3rd Ave. is requesting a change in zoning from residential to business to allow the purchaser of the property to remove the structure and install storage buildings. MIDDLEPORT — The Meigs Veterans Service Commissioner will meet at 9 a.m. at the office located at 97 North Second Avenue in Middleport. Sunday, April 5 WELLSTON — The GJMV Solid Waste Management District Policy Committee will meet by teleGALLIPOLIS — OH-Kan Coin Club will be havphone conference on at 2 p.m. The phone number to ing a coin show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Quality call is: 1-646-876-9923, when asked for meeting ID Inn in Gallipolis Ohio. All are welcome. Free parknumber type in 621916819. ing and free admission. �NEWS Daily Sentinel Thursday, March 26, 2020 3A $2 trillion virus rescue bill hits late snags in Senate Associated Press WASHINGTON — Senate leaders raced to unravel last-minute snags Wednesday and win passage of an unparalleled $2 trillion economic rescue package steering aid to businesses, workers and health care systems engulfed by the coronavirus pandemic. The measure is the largest economic relief bill in history, and both parties’ leaders were desperate for quick passage of a bill aimed at a virus that is costing lives and jobs by the hour. The package is intended as a weekslong or monthslong patch for an economy spiraling into recession or worse and a nation facing a grim toll from an infection that’s killed nearly 20,000 people worldwide. Underscoring the effort’s sheer magnitude, the bill finances a response with a price tag that equals half the size of the entire $4 trillion annual federal budget. “A fight has arrived on our shores,” said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. “We did not seek it, we did not want it, but now we’re going to win it.” “Big help, quick help, is on the way,” said Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. But the drive by leaders to speed the bill through the Senate was slowed as four conservative Republican senators demanded changes, saying the legislation as written “incentivizes layoffs” and should be altered to ensure employees don’t earn more money if they’re laid off than if they’re working. Complicating the standoff, Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, whose campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination has flagged, said he would block the bill unless the conservatives dropped their objections. Other objections floated in from New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who has become a prominent Democrat on the national scene as the country battles the pandemic. Cuomo, whose state has seen more deaths from the pandemic than any other, said: “I’m telling you, these numbers don’t work.” Democratic presiden- Message From page 1A weren’t easy but they were based on protecting Ohioans’ lives,” said DeWine. As for when things could reopen, DeWine stated, “We hope everyone is back in business shortly, but we don’t think this will peak until May 1.” Dr. Acton spoke of a letter she received from a nine-year-old in Ohio about the response of Dr. Acton during the pandemic. “Sometimes I feel like I don’t deserve all the attention I’m getting. I am the tip of an iceberg of a group of amazing colleagues of mine. There is a huge amount of folks working on your behalf. They will keep working for you. It’s not just me, it’s all of us,” said Acton. Acton added, “I’m really proud of all the young people at home. I want all of you at home to keep tial candidate Joe Biden said the package “goes a long way.” He said it will require strong oversight to ensure the wealthy don’t benefit at the expense of workers and proposed forgiving at least $10,000 of student loan debt as part of the federal response. McConnell and Schumer hoped passage of the legislation in the Republican-led Senate would come by the end of the day. Stocks posted their first back-to-back gains in weeks as the package took shape over the last two days, but much of Wednesday’s early rally faded as the hitch developed in the Senate. The market is down nearly 27% since setting a record high a month ago. Senate passage would leave final congressional approval up to the Democratic-controlled House. Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., said the bipartisan agreement “takes us a long way down the road in meeting the needs of the American people” but she stopped short of fully endorsing it. “House Democrats will now review the final provisions and legislative text of the agreement to determine a course of action,” she said. House members are scattered around the country and the timetable for votes in that chamber is unclear. House Democratic and Republican leaders have hoped to clear the measure for President Donald Trump’s signature by a voice vote without having to call lawmakers back to Washington. But that may prove challenging, as the bill is sure to be opposed by some conservatives upset at its cost and scope. Ardent liberals were restless as well. White House aide Eric Ueland announced the agreement in a Capitol hallway Wednesday, shortly after midnight, capping days of often intense haggling and mounting pressure. The wording of some final pieces of the agreement need to be completed. The sprawling, 500-page-plus measure is the third coronavirus response bill produced by Congress and by far the largest. It builds on efforts focused on vaccines and emergency response, sick and family medical leave for workers, and food aid. Andrew Harnik | AP Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky. gives a thumbs up as he leaves the Senate chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, on Wednesday after negotiators reached a deal on a $2 trillion stimulus bill to help business and workers through the coronavirus crisis. But quick passage of the bill in the full Senate ran into trouble later in the day from four Republican senators and at least one Democrat. It would give direct payments to most Americans, expand unemployment benefits and provide a $367 billion program for small businesses to keep making payroll while workers are forced to stay home. One of the last issues to close concerned $500 billion for guaranteed, subsidized loans to larger industries, including a fight over how generous to be with the airlines. Hospitals would get significant help as well. McConnell, a key negotiator, said the package will “rush new resources onto the front lines of our nation’s health care fight. And it will inject trillions of dollars of cash into the economy as fast as possible to help Americans workers, families, small businesses and industries make it through this disruption and emerge on the other side ready to soar.” Five days of arduous talks produced the bill, creating tensions among Congress’ top leaders, who each took care to tend to party politics as they maneuvered and battled over crafting the legislation. But failure was never an option, which permitted both sides to mark big wins. “That Washington drama does not matter any more,” McConnell said. “The Senate is going to stand together, act together, and pass this historic relief package today.” The bill would provide one-time direct payments to Americans of $1,200 per adult making up to $75,000 a year, and $2,400 to a married couple making up to $150,000, with $500 payments per child A huge cash infusion for hospitals expecting a flood of COVID-19 patients grew during the talks at Schumer’s insistence. Republicans pressed for tens of billions of dollars for additional relief to be delivered through the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the lead federal disaster agency. Democrats said the package would help replace the salaries of furloughed workers for four months, rather than the three months first proposed. Furloughed workers would get whatever amount a state usually provides for unemployment, plus a $600 per week add-on, with gig workers like Uber drivers covered for the first time. Schumer said businesses controlled by members of Congress and top administration officials — including Trump and his immediate family members — would be ineligible for the bill’s business assistance. The New York Democrat immediately sent out a roster of negotiating wins for transit systems, hospital, and cashhungry state governments that were cemented after Democrats blocked the measure in votes held Sunday and Monday to maneuver for such gains. But Cuomo said the Senate package would send less than $4 billion to New York, far short of his estimate that the crisis will cost his state up to $15 billion over the next year. More than 280 New Yorkers have died from the virus, a death toll more than double that of any other state. Pelosi was a force behind $400 million in grants to states to expand voting by mail and other steps that Democrats billed as making voting safer but Republican critics said was political opportunism. The package also contains $15.5 billion more for a surge in demand for food stamps. Republicans won inclusion of an “employee retention” tax credit that’s estimated to provide $50 billion to companies that retain employees on payroll and cover 50% of workers’ paychecks. Companies would also be able to defer payment of the 6.2% Social Security payroll tax. A companion appropriations package ballooned as well, growing from a $46 billion White House proposal to more than $300 billion, which dwarfs earlier disasters — including Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy combined. To provide transparency, the package is expected to create a new inspector general and oversight board for the corporate dollars, much as was done during the 2008 bank rescue, officials said. Europe is enacting its own economic recovery packages, with huge amounts of credit guarantees, government spending and other support. Germany alone, Europe’s biggest economy, has agreed to commit over 1 trillion euros ($1.1 trillion) in fiscal stimulus and support — roughly 30 percent of that nation’s entire annual output. France, Spain and Italy have launched similar programs. The European Union has suspended limits it imposes on member countries’ borrowing and deficits, freeing them to spend more. Some of Europe’s fiscal stimulus kicks in automatically without any new legislation due to social welfare safety nets that are more extensive than in the U.S. For most people, the new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, or death. In the United States, more than 55,000 people have been sickened and more than 800 have died. care workers. The Health Department said people with suspected symptoms should call a medical provider first, but seek immediate help if symptoms are serious, such as difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. For most people, the coronavirus causes mild Below is information provided or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough the Associated Press: that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, Cases especially older adults Ohio has more than and people with existing 700 cases, including 116 health problems, it can health care workers, and cause more severe illness, 10 deaths. A handful of long-term care centers are including pneumonia and being called hotspots for death. cases, accounting for 25 of the 62 intensive-care Economy patients in Ohio. As questions continue The state Controlling about what jobs are conBoard on Wednesday sidered essential, the added $15.6 million to state said several trades the Ohio Department are on that list, including of Health’s budget to building and construction provide supplies to front- tradespeople, plumbers, line healthcare workers. electricians, and exterThe bipartisan legislative minators, among several board approves a wide others. variety of state spending. Ohio medical marijuana The state is limiting patients and their caregivtesting to those who are ers can telephone orders hospitalized and to health to dispensaries during the outbreak under revised Board of Pharmacy rules. Orders must be placed during dispensaries’ normal hours, and patients must go there to pick up products. tine and isolate anyone suspected of contact with the coronavirus or who have COVID-19. The Daily Sentinel managing editor Sarah Hawley and Associated Press writers Andrew Welsh-Huggins and Julie Carr Smyth in Columbus, Mark Gillispie in Cleveland contributed to this report. spreading the word and staying at home.” Acton also reminded that the state COVID-19 hotline (1-833-4-ASKODH) is not to be used to provide legal advice related to the stay-at-home order, but health related COVID-19 questions. The new normal About 2,000 child care centers have been approved to date under a special license to care for the children of first responders, health care workers, children service workers, and other workers deemed essential. All others must close Thursday. In Dayton, plans are on hold to rebuild homes damaged in last year’s Memorial Day weekend tornado outbreak as volunteer groups are canceling planned trips to the area. The Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio warned Wednesday that emergency shelters and other homeless programs lack cleaning, hygiene and protective supplies and nearly all lack space needed to quaran- Tuppers Plains-Chester Water District Due to growing concerns of COVID-19, and keeping community and employee health as top priority, a decision has been made to temporarily close office access at The Tuppers Plains-Chester Water District main office. Access to the office will be closed starting March 23rd. We will still be accepting payments at the office through the drive through window and through the drop box. The District will also not be contacting customers directly in the field at this time. If a customer needs notified of an issue, they will be notified electronically, through phone, or by mail. Other business outside of payments will be conducted by phone, mail, and electronically. Please be assured that Tuppers Plains-Chester Water District will continue to provide safe and clean water to the customers of the district. We are taking precautions at the treatment plant and throughout the distribution system to insure the adequate supply of safe and clean drinking water to all customers during this troubling situation. Drive thru hours are as follows: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The office can be contacted by phone at 740-985-3315. We can also be contacted by email at info@tpcwd.org. Tuppers Plains-Chester Water District encourages customers to take advantage of our on line payment option. You can pay online at http://www.invoicecloud.com/reedsvilleoh. The District will continue to announce updates and bring our customers full service. Thank you for your understanding of the precautions we are taking to ensure a healthy community and working environment. Thanks, Derek A. Baum, General Manager Tuppers Plains-Chester Water District OH-70180607 By Andrew Taylor and Lisa Mascaro �Opinion 4A Thursday, March 26, 2020 Daily Sentinel THEIR VIEW Natural food is naturally suspect Given the amount of preservatives most baby boomers have eaten over the course of our lives, we are not going to require embalming. We’re going to be the King Tuts of the 22nd century. Someone at some point started broadcasting how bad these additives are for us but before that happened I personally subsisted on sodium benzoate, sulfur dioxide, monosodium glutamate, and those benignsounding chemicals, BHA and BHT. Marla Because Google has become my Boone Contributing BDFF (best digital friend forever) I looked up BHA and BHT: butylated columnist hydroxyanisole and (ugh) butylated hydroxytoluene. Doesn’t that sound yummy? I’ll have an order of toluene. Would you like formaldehyde with that? In these enlightened days, we eat natural foods. Well, that’s what we hope to eat. Those of us who haven’t gone the vegetarian route maintain that T-bone steaks are as natural as, well, cows. Denial is a wonderful thing. At breakfast, I try not to think about where bacon comes from. Bacon, which is ninety-five per cent fat and one hundred per cent salt, has been around since 1500 B.C. Considering the salt content, it’s possible the original slice is still on a shelf somewhere. Food manufacturers aren’t dumb. They know we’re looking, sometimes with honest intent, for foods that won’t kill us. At least not immediately. So they print food labels with very large print extolling the virtue of their product and explaining why we should buy it. But as I have mentioned many times, the large print giveth and the small print taketh away. Case in point: margarine. Margarine was created by those noted epicures, the French, when Napoleon expressed a need for a cheap alternative to butter to feed to his army. Apparently being shot at by the Germans and/or British wasn’t bad enough so he had to give his men lousy food. It has evolved from the unspeakable (beef tallow churned with butter) to the palatable (apply modern product liberally to hot toast). I eat margarine because I read somewhere it doesn’t have any cholesterol. Everyone in my family has high cholesterol, including my grandmother who was climbing step ladders to trim her trees when she was 95. She was born before cholesterol was invented and died peacefully in her sleep with an LDL of about 300. There are worse ways to go. My margarine package proclaims, and I quote: Gluten-free, no artificial preservatives, no trans fat, no partially hydrogenated oils, no cholesterol, and ingredients you can recognize and pronounce. I am not making this last part up. I’m not making the first part up, either, but glutenfree is a lot more believable than Margarine R Us thinking palmitate and lecithin are words I recognize. I can pronounce palm kernel and palm oil but I’m not quite sure what they are. Considering our weather lately, if they could throw in a palm tree I’d be all over it. Perhaps the acid test of whether a word is indeed a common word is usage. Let’s try to use the word palmitate. “When I get excited, I can feel my heart palmitate.” Close but no cigar. How about “We’re in a tropical forest. Where and when should we meet?” “Let’s meet at the palmitate.” Why, the word fairly rolls off the tongue. The other word is just slightly better. “Susie, who has put on some weight, is lecithin than she was.” My sister, who prides herself on keeping up with every new discovery in the world of keeping healthy, is a great help to me in my personal struggle to live better. She was the one who told me not to take my daily calcium supplement with. … Well, I forget exactly what she said not to take it with but I sure appreciated the advice. At her latest visit, she shared this strong anti-oxidant drink guaranteed to reduce inflammation. All oxidants are under fire these days and any “anti” you can get to combat them is considered a bonus. I think oxidants and anti-oxidants were invented about the same time as cholesterol. Once we conquered small pox we had to have something to fret over. Cholesterol isn’t as obvious as small pox but it has more of a first-world presence. Here is the drink recipe: 1 cup hot green tea, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, one teaspoon honey, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper. The concoction smells great and stains your cup a bright orange color. Even if it does nothing for your oxidants or inflammation, one whiff of it will clear up your sinuses. And drinking cayenne pepper first thing in the morning gets your day off to a zippy start. My grandfather, who also lived to be 95 (we are a long-lived people), began each of the 28,000-plus days of his adulthood with a shot of Wild Turkey. He said it helped his cough. Either that or he just didn’t mind coughing so much after a stiff belt of whiskey. In any event, I can promise you one thing. He did not take that with a calcium supplement. THEIR VIEW Living in interesting times There is an old curse which is, ironically, attributed to the Chinese. “ May you live in interesting times.” It can also be used as a positive wish so the legend goes. I think we can all agree that blessing or curse it is now upon us. I grew up in Xenia. I have lived in either Xenia or Wilberforce for 50 of my 72 years. When I finished my doctorate in middle age and had some interviews in cities like New York City, Richmond, Virginia I began to think that having been a country chick for all those years I might like to live in a city. I loved NYC and would have accepted the job offered there except that I was afraid of the cost of living and the fact I would have had to learn to live without a car for which I would not have been able to afford the parking or garaging bill. Hofstra University was offering a decent salary that would have seemed wonderful you haven’t made in Xenia, but not so for awhile and, if great in NYC. it ever stops rainIn this era of ing, working on a pandemic I am that garden. I have quite grateful that told my friends and I came back to Wilfamily that mine berforce. should be epic this I do not see Cookie people fighting Newsom year since I do over toilet paper in Contributing not have anything else to do. They our stores in Xenia. columnist have not closed the My neighbors stop places I can buy and ask if we need flowers in town yet, but I anything when they are going to town. There are do miss Wickline’s still. We have ways to comfewer people to avoid and fewer to infect you. I have municate with family and friends, including ways not seen any ramped up security necessary at any to see them and talk to them, the modern era of the places we patrondoes have some advantagize. es over the ages of plague As limiting as it is at a while back. the moment, no eating It is also time for some out in restaurants, our contemplation when you daily YMCA visits have been forbidden and start- turn off the television, ing soon we will all be on step away from the computer and close the book some form of lockdown besides essential trips, it and just think. Just to get is also a time to catch up you started I will offer on some things. Reading, you some of my favorites. Stay well and enjoy! organizing your kitchen Is the universe clocklike cabinets, changing out or cloud-like? Are things your fall/winter clothes planned and happen for for your spring/summer a reason or are they ranones, baking something dom and have no logic or purpose? Think about things that have happened to you in your life and others in your circle. How can people love Brussels sprouts? Why do some people seem to enjoy harming other people physically, emotionally, psychologically when it seems there is no benefit to the person doing the harm? Why didn’t Harry Potter’s parent simply disapparate when Voldemort attacked them? Why would some schools forbid the teaching of “ To Kill a Mockingbird” because it “ makes people uncomfortable?” Teaching is not about making people comfortable, I had Mary Dickerson for Algebra I and was terrified most of the year. But I learned algebra. Cookie Newsom is a Greene County, Ohio resident and guest columnist. This column shared through the AIM Media Midwest group of newspapers. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. TODAY IN HISTORY Fanny Brice, opened on Broadway. In 1979, a peace Today is Thursday, March 26, the 86th day of treaty was signed by 2020. There are 280 days Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin (menleft in the year. AH’-kem BAY’-gihn) Today’s Highlight in History and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and witOn March 26, 1945, during World War II, Iwo nessed by President Jimmy Carter at the Jima was fully secured by U.S. forces following a White House. In 1982, groundbreakfinal, desperate attack by ing ceremonies took Japanese soldiers. place in Washington, D.C., for the Vietnam On this date In 1812, an earthquake Veterans Memorial. In 1988, Jesse Jackson devastated Caracas, stunned fellow DemoVenezuela, causing an estimated 26,000 deaths, crats by soundly defeating Michael S. Dukakis according to the U.S. in Michigan’s DemocratGeological Survey. ic presidential caucuses. In 1827, composer In 1992, a judge in Ludwig van Beethoven Indianapolis sentenced died in Vienna. former heavyweight In 1911, American boxing champion Mike playwright Tennessee Tyson to six years in Williams (“The Glass prison for raping a Miss Menagerie,” “A Streetcar Named Desire,” “Cat Black America conteson a Hot Tin Roof”) was tant. (Tyson ended up born in Columbus, Miss. serving three years.) In 1997, the bodies In 1962, the U.S. of 39 members of the Supreme Court, in Heaven’s Gate technoBaker v. Carr, gave federal courts the power to religious cult who committed suicide were order reapportionment of states’ legislative dis- found inside a rented mansion in Rancho tricts. Santa Fe, California. In 1964, the musical In 2013, Italy’s top play “Funny Girl,” starring Barbra Streisand as criminal court overThe Associated Press THOUGHT FOR TODAY “Life’s like a play; it’s not the length but the excellence of the acting that matters.” — Seneca the Younger Roman statesman and philosopher (3 B.C.-A.D. 65) turned the acquittal of American Amanda Knox in the grisly murder of British roommate Meredith Kercher and ordered Knox to stand trial again. (Although convicted in absentia, Knox was exonerated by the Italian Supreme Court in 2015.) In 2018, a toxicology report obtained by The Associated Press revealed that the late pop music superstar Prince had levels of fentanyl in his body that multiple experts described as “exceedingly high.” Ten years ago: The U.S. and Russia sealed the first major nuclear weapons treaty in nearly two decades, agreeing to slash the former Cold War rivals’ warhead arsenals by nearly one-third. A South Korean warship exploded and sank near a disputed maritime border with North Korea, killing 46 sailors. (South Korea blamed North Korea, which denied involvement.) A truck collided with a van on I-65 in Kentucky, killing 10 Mennonites in the van and the truck driver. NBA player Gilbert Arenas was sentenced to 30 days in a halfway house for bringing guns into the Washington Wizards locker room. Five years ago: Indiana Gov. Mike Pence signed a measure prohibiting state and local laws that “substantially burden” the ability of people to follow their religious beliefs; opponents charged the new law could legalize discrimination against gay people. One year ago: The House failed to override President Donald Trump’s first veto, allowing him to steer billions of extra dollars to construct border barriers. �BUSINESS Daily Sentinel Plan for ethane ‘cracker’ plant in US takes a step forward CLEVELAND (AP) — A partnership of two Asia-based companies proposing to build an ethane “cracker” plant along the Ohio River announced Wednesday it had reached economic development agreements that would pay a school district and a township more than $47 million in coming years. In return, the companies would receive a 15-year property tax exemption for the plant through a state enterprise zone program. Dan Williamson, a spokesman for PTTGC America, whose parent company is based in Thailand, and Daelim Chemical USA, whose parent is based in South Korea, said that while the agreements are “another step in the right direction” in moving the multibillion-dollar project forward, it is not the final investment decision that Ohio and local officials had been anticipating for years. The plant would convert — or crack — molecules of ethane, a byproduct of natural gas drilling, into ethylene, a raw material used to manufacture plastic products. The companies’ goal is to announce its investment decision this summer, Williamson said. Thousands of workers would be needed to build the plant in southeast Ohio’s Belmont County, and 450 permanent workers would be needed to operate the plant. “This is a very long-term investment for these communities and the companies,” Williamson said. “A lot of things are happening right now in all the markets, but these companies are thinking very long term.” The project is seen as an economic savior for an Appalachian region that has long struggled economically from the loss of jobs in steel, aluminum and glass manufacturing decades ago. The hope is that the plant will spur further development and revitalize the region. The agreement calls for Shadyside Schools to receive $38 million and Mead Township $9.5 million. The companies said Belmont County would receive between $20 million and $24 million in sales taxes from goods and equipment during the construction. Shadyside Schools Superintendent John Haswell said the district will be paid $8 million during four years of construction and $2 million annually for the next 15 years. The money will be used to replace the district’s three outdated buildings, including a high school built in 1930. The district has struggled financially since the coal-burning W.E. Burger Power Station shut down in 2011, Haswell said. The plant has since been demolished. Its former footprint encompasses much of the site where the cracker plant would be built. “We’ve been struggling like crazy for years when that power plant went down,” Haswell said. “And now the phoenix is rising from the ashes.” OVB announces loan payment options amid COVID-19 concerns Submitted story GALLIPOLIS, Ohio— In line with its Community First mission, Ohio Valley Bank has announced that it is now offering Skip-a-Pay payment deferral as an option for consumer installment loans for customers who have been adversely affected by circumstances due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Interest-only payment options are available for mortgage and business loan customers, and credit card customers may choose to skip monthly minimum payments for a limited time. Customers should call the bank at 1-800-468-6682 to speak to a loan officer to discuss the options available for their specific loan type. Ohio Valley Bank is an FDIC-insured, state member bank of the Federal Reserve operating 16 offices in Ohio and West Virginia. The company is a subsidiary of Ohio Valley Banc Corp. whose stock is traded on The NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol OVBC. For more information, visit the bank’s Website at www.ovbc.com. Information submitted by OVB. OVP STOCK REPORT Wendy’s Company(NASDAQ).…........................$14.42 Walmart Inc(NYSE).…......................................$109.40 Big Lots, Inc(NYSE)........................................…$14.28 Harley-Davidson Inc(NYSE)…............................$20.56 PepsiCo, Inc.(NASDAQ)…................................$112.50 Peoples Bancorp Inc.(NASDAQ)….....................$20.56 Kroger Co(NYSE)…............................................$27.94 City Holding Company(NASDAQ).…................$60.30 American Electric Power(NYSE)…....................$73.29 Ohio Valley Bank Corp(NASDAQ).….................$29.24 Century Aluminum(NASDAQ)……...................….$3.67 Rocky Brands Inc(NASDAQ)…........................…$17.09 Apple(NASDAQ)…............................................$245.52 Coca-Cola Co(NYSE)……....................................$41.61 Post Holdings…...................................................$78.56 Far Eastern New Century Corp (TPE)…............$22.45 McDonald’s(NYSE)…........................................$162.98 Stock reports are the closing quotes of transactions on March 25. Thursday, March 26, 2020 5A Stocks heading for back-to-back gain NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are leaping to more big gains on Wednesday, as Congress moves closer to approving a $2 trillion rescue plan for the economy. The S&P 500 was up more than 4% in afternoon trading and was on track for its first back-toback gain since the coronavirus outbreak set off a brutal sell-off five weeks ago. The big gains mean the stock market is now down by about a quarter from its record high set last month after earlier being down by more than a third. The White House and Senate leaders announced an agreement on the aid bill early Wednesday, and a vote was expected in the Senate by the end of the day. Investors were anxiously wait- ing for this kind of aid, which will help blunt the blow to the economy as businesses shut down to slow the spread of the coronavirus. “They’re hitting on all the right elements of what the U.S. economy needs during the shutdown to bridge itself to the other side to open up economic activity,” said Darrell Cronk, chief investment officer of Wells Fargo Wealth and Investment Management. But even optimists say the package provides just the second leg of three that markets need to regain lasting confidence. The Federal Reserve and central banks are also offering tremendous aid by cutting interest rates and supporting lending markets, but investors say they need to see the number of new infections peak before they can feel comfortable knowing how deep the looming economic downturn will be. “There’s a lot of bad news, there’s very little tangible good news and there’s a lot of uncertainty in between,” said Jack Ablin, chief investment officer at Cresset. Investors are also still waiting to see the details of Washington’s plan, which will include direct payments to most Americans and aid for hard-hit industries. It’s unclear when the House of Representatives could vote on the plan. “It’s too early to call a bottom because there’s way too much uncertainty,” said Tony Rodriguez, head of fixed income strategy at Nuveen. Protecting your wallet in world of COVID-19 Over the last month, our office has assessed all of its responsibilities so that it can work with consumers and our partners in state government to ensure West Virginia is best prepared to fight the coronavirus. For us, that means enforcing the state’s consumer law, maintaining the integrity of the supply channel, fighting price gouging and protecting West Virginians from scams. These are important issues, and I have directed our staff to leave no stone unturned to protect the state and her consumers. I want to first quiet people’s fears about their ability to get food and other basic supplies: Based on our conversations with major retailers and experts in this field, the supply chain in this nation and in West Virginia remains sound. When shoppers go into stores and see empty shelves, realize this is temporary. Within just a day or so most shelves will be refilled. It may mean additional trips to the store. This pandemic is a huge challenge and is unprecedented; however, this nation has enough food and other they have witsupplies to see nessed or been us through any the victim of price need for selfgouging, it is very quarantining, important that they natural disaster file a consumer or other emercomplaint on our gency. website – www. Most West Patrick Virginian busiMorrisey wvago.gov – or call nesses are doing Contributing our toll free consumer protection the right thing columnist hotline at 1-800by ensuring 368-8808. their products We take price gougare available at a fair ing seriously, and our price for consumers, office’s investigators including our most vulreview all allegations nerable citizens. of wrongdoing. If we However, there will determine a merchant always be bad apples has engaged in price among us. Our office gouging, we will aggreshas received dozens of reports of price gouging sively enforce the law. Thieves should be on since laws prohibiting such activity took effect notice and expect no beginning March 4 with leniency. Travel and event this month’s state of cancellations present preparedness and state another concern. Conof emergency declarasumers who experience tions. a cancellation should It’s important to request a refund or understand what price gouging means in West other accommodation. Should relief be denied, Virginia. the consumer can file a The state’s price written complaint with gouging law makes it unlawful for any person, our office. Our team can then research the business or contractor matter and respond to inflate the price of appropriately should food items, essential we discover violations consumer items and of the state’s consumer emergency supplies by more than 10 percent of protection laws. Finally, scammers what the items sold for 10 days prior to the dec- will use any opportularation of a state of pre- nity, including a global paredness or emergency. pandemic, to prey on people. If someone believes These criminals use fake emails, texts and social media posts as a ruse to take people’s money and get their personal, identifiable information. Sometimes they pose as a bogus charity designed to aid coronavirus victims. Some even claim to have coronavirus prevention, treatment and cures. However, ask yourself: If a medical breakthrough does occur, what is the likelihood you would first learn of it through an ad or sales pitch? Be cautious with any unsolicited email, phone call or other forms of communication. Never share sensitive data or agree to send cash, wire money or provide numbers associated with a credit/debit card, gift card or bank account without verifying the legitimacy of the recipient. If all West Virginians follow the health precautions outlined by the Centers for Disease Control, and take into account the consumer tips above, we will all be in a better position to defeat this virus, while also protecting our wallets. Patrick Morrisey is the Attorney General of West Virginia. Yost, other AGs urge addressing price gouging all of which have taken place during the COVIDCOLUMBUS, Ohio 19 pandemic: — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost this week on Craigslist, a joined 32 other attorneys two-liter bottle of hand sanitizer general in urging Amawas being sold zon, Facebook, eBay, Yost for $250; on Walmart and Craigslist to more rigorously fight Facebook Marketplace, an eight-ounce price gouging by online bottle was being sold for sellers using their ser$40; and on eBay, packs vices. of face masks were being “The internet shouldn’t be a safe haven sold for $40 and $50. The attorneys genfor bad actors to hold eral recommend several necessities hostage,” changes to protect conYost said. “These comsumers from price gougpanies need to do more ing: to police their marketSet policies and places, especially during enforce restrictions on a global health crisis.” unconscionable price A letter from the gouging during emerattorneys general sent gencies: Online retail to the companies today platforms should prevent lists several examples unconscionable price of price gouging on the increases from occurring marketplace platforms, Submitted story by creating and enforcing strong policies that prevent sellers from deviating in any significant way from the product’s price before an emergency. Such policies should examine historical seller prices and the price offered by other sellers of the same or similar products to identify and eliminate price gouging. Trigger price gouging protections prior to an emergency declaration when major weather events or possible health risks are expected. Implement a complaint portal for consumers to report price gouging. In addition to Ohio, the letter was signed by attorneys general from California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wyoming. Ohioans who suspect unfair business practices should contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Office at www.OhioProtects.org or 1-800-2820515. Information submitted by the office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. BUSINESS BRIEFS Gallia Chamber news We look forward to being back in the Chamber office…” GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — According to an announcement by the Gallia County Chamber of Commerce, due to Governor Dewine’s “Stay at Home” order, the Chamber is closed. Chamber staff will be working from home. The announcement stated, in part, “Please do not hesitate to call 740-446-0596 for assistance; all calls are being forwarded to our cell phones. The Chamber will continue to work diligently for its members. Please let us know if there is something you need shared among our members or to the public. Annual dinner postponed POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — The Mason County Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner has been postponed until further notice. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Chamber officials are following the guidelines set forth by health officials. For questions regarding Chamber events, please call Director Hilda Austin at 304-675-6834, 304-6745365 or 304-675-1050. �Sports 6A Thursday, March 26, 2020 Daily Sentinel Rio’s Holden named honorable mention All-American By Randy Payton percent overall (157-for-312), connected on 41.4 percent of her attempts from three-point range (46-for-111) and was KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Uni126-for-152 at the free throw versity of Rio Grande senior guard Sydney Holden has been line (82.9%). Nationally, Holden ranked named an Honorable Mention second in total assists (201), selection to the 2020 National third in assists per game and Association of Intercollegiate 20th in free throw percentage. Athletics (NAIA) Division II The 5-foot-9 guard also surWomen’s Basketball All-Ameripassed the 1,000-point for her ca team. career this season, while also The Wheelersburg, Ohio recording three “triple-double” native averaged a team-best performances and earning an 15.7 points, 8.5 rebounds and NAIA National Player of the 6.5 assists for the RedStorm, Week honor. who finished the season at Holden is responsible for 19-12 following a one-point loss at Indiana University Southeast four of the program’s five alltime triple-double outings. in the semifinal round of the Taylah Simmons, a junior River States Conference Chamforward for Southeastern (Fla.) pionship. was named NAIA DII National Holden, a first team AllRSC selection and the league’s Player of the Year. In just her first season with Player of the Year, shot 50.3 For Ohio Valley Publishing Courtesy Photo Rio Grande’s Sydney Holden (left) was named as an honorable mention selection to the NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball All-America Team. Holden, a senior from Wheelersburg, Ohio led the RedStorm in scoring, rebounding and assists and was named the River States Conference Player of the Year. the Fire, the Melbourne, Australia native was ranked No. 1 in the nation in scoring average per game with 24 points per game on the season. She led the nation in total points with 720 and shot 59.4 percent from the field. Philly Lammers of Concordia (Neb.) and Kynedi Cheeseman of Dakota Wesleyan (S.D.) were the only repeat All-America First Team selections. Shandra Farmer of Hastings (Neb.) and Kaitlyn Aylward of St. Francis (Ill.) both made the jump from second team in 2019 to first team this season, while Sarah Fryman of Huntington (Ind.) and Becca Buchs of Taylor (Ind.) both earned a spot on the first team after being named an honorable mention a See HOLDEN | 7A Rio represented on River State Conference Scholar-Athlete lists By Randy Payton For Ohio Valley Publishing RSC Women’s team includes five from Rio Grande MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — The University of Rio Grande has placed five players on the 201920 River States Conference Women’s Basketball Scholar-Athlete Team. Student-athletes named are those who have a 3.25 grade-point average or higher, have at least two semesters of attendance prior to the current term, participate in an RSC sport and are nominated by their institution. Sixty student-athletes were named to this year’s team. Rio Grande’s list of honorees included senior Megan Duduit (Minford, OH), junior Makayla Liedtke (Beverly, OH), sophomore Avery Harper (Seaman, OH, and the freshman duo of Lexi Woods (Waverly, OH) and Aaliyah Howell (Gallipolis, OH). WVU Tech led all programs with 11 team members named. The NAIA sponsors a similar award program, the NAIA-Daktronics Scholar-Athlete, which is awarded to juniors and seniors with a 3.50 GPA or higher. Five from Rio on RSC Men’s Basketball Team MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — Five members of the University of Rio Grande men’s basketball team were among the 36 student-athletes named to the 2019-20 River States Conference Men’s Basketball Scholar-Athlete Team. To be named, student-athletes must have a 3.25 grade-point average or higher, have at least two semesters of attendance prior to the current term, participate in an RSC sport and be nominated by their institution. Representing the RedStorm were senior Greg Wallace (Montego Bay, Jamaica), junior Bobby Anderson (Catlettsburg, KY) and the sophomore trio of Jarret McCarley (Vinton, OH), Markus Geldenhuys (Pretoria, South Africa) and Joshua Anthony (Newnan, GA). Midway (Ky.) University led all programs with eight team members named. The NAIA sponsors a similar award program, the NAIA-Daktronics Scholar-Athlete, which is awarded to juniors and seniors with a 3.50 GPA or higher. RedStorm places five on Men’s Indoor Track list MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — Five representatives of the University of Rio Grande are among the 40 student-athletes named to the 2020 River States Conference Men’s Indoor Track & Field ScholarAthlete Team. To be named, student-athletes must have a 3.25 grade-point average or higher, have at least two semesters of attendance prior to the current term, participate in an RSC sport and be nominated by their institution. Rio Grande’s honorees included seniors Daulton Duvall (Flatwoods, KY), Adam Champer (Malvern, OH), Zack Collins (Newark, OH) and Ethan Greenawalt (Orlando, FL) and junior Trace Conley See RIO | 7A Aaron Doster | AP file Dayton’s Obi Toppin, left, and head coach Anthony Grant have claimed top honors from The Associated Press after leading the Flyers to a No. 3 final ranking. Toppin was voted the AP men’s college basketball player of the year Tuesday. Grant is the AP coach of the year. Flyers’ Toppin, Grant claim AP top honors By Aaron Beard Associated Press Obi Toppin and Anthony Grant spent the season transforming Dayton from an unranked team that wasn’t even picked to win its conference into one of the nation’s best, complete with the most wins in program history. The pair behind the Flyers’ remarkable rise claimed The Associated Press’ top individual honors: Toppin is the men’s college basketball player of the year and Grant is the coach of the year. “Our team is very appreciative of what we accomplished,” Toppin told the AP, “just because we made history at our school.” Indeed. Dayton (29-2) went from being picked to finish third in the Atlantic 10 to No. 3 in the final Top 25 poll, matching the program’s best poll finish, first set in 1956. The Flyers went unbeaten in league play and in road games, leaving them positioned to claim a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament that was canceled amid concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. Now Dayton has its first winners of the AP’s top awards, joining St. Joseph’s in 2004 (with Jameer Nelson and coach Phil Martelli) as the only programs in the past 40 seasons to claim both in the same year. “In the 31 games that we played, our guys did a heck of a job of playing consistent and taking advantage of the opportunities that were in front of us,” Grant said. “What we did accomplish in the shortened season is something I think that hopefully will be remembered.” The 6-foot-9, 220pound Toppin followed his unanimous selection to the AP All-America first team by appearing on 34 of 65 ballots from Top 25 voters, who submitted ballots after the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament. Iowa junior Luka Garza was second in the balloting, earning 24 votes after averaging 23.9 points and 9.8 rebounds for the Hawkeyes. Fellow All-Americans Markus Howard of Marquette, Payton Pritchard of Oregon and Udoka Azubuike of Kansas split the remaining votes. It wasn’t that long ago that Toppin was a 6-foot2 high school junior who had never dunked in a game and then a senior lacking any Division I scholarship offers, sending him to prep school before ending up at Dayton. But he has blossomed as a redshirt sophomore into an efficient scorer who made regular appearances on TV highlight-reels with high-flying dunks. He averaged 20 points and 7.5 rebounds while shooting 63% from the field and 39% from 3-point range, leading a season-long surge by the Flyers that rallied a community shaken by devastating tornadoes and a deadly mass shooting in the past year. Dayton grabbed national attention early, taking Kansas to overtime in a loss in the Maui Invitational championship game. Their only other loss came in December on a buzzerbeating 3-pointer in overtime against Colorado. The Flyers had won 20 straight games when the season ended. “Honestly, if you had asked me, I swear we could’ve won a national championship and our team was so ready to play in the tournament,” Toppin said. “We were so locked in. But because of this virus, things happened. It’s just going to be a what-if for the rest of our lives, but it’s something we’re going to have to live with.” Grant earned 30 of 65 votes to claim the AP coaching award in his third season at his alma mater. Baylor’s Scott Drew, who guided the Bears to a 23-game winning streak and five weeks at No. 1, was second with 13 votes. San Diego State’s Brian Dutcher was third with 12 votes after leading the Aztecs to a 26-0 start, followed by Florida State’s Leonard Hamilton – who earned six votes after leading the Seminoles to their first-ever Atlantic Coast Conference regularseason title. Grant, a former Dayton player, said he has some of the same whatif thoughts as his star player. Still, he said he prefers to be grateful for “a special group” that deftly handled the added attention and pressure that came quickly amid the Flyers’ steady climb up the rankings. “I thought our guys’ ability to stay focused on the things they could control really told the story of our year,” Grant said. “I think from the beginning of the year to the end, there was a consistency that our guys played with, which as a coach makes me really proud.” PLAYER OF THE YEAR VOTING Obi Toppin, Dayton (34) Luka Garza, Iowa (24) Markus Howard, Marquette (3) Udoka Azubuike, Kansas (2) Payton Pritchard, Oregon (2) COACH OF THE YEAR VOTING Anthony Grant, Dayton (30) Scott Drew, Baylor (13) Brian Dutcher, San Diego State (12) Leonard Hamilton, Florida State (6) Mark Few, Gonzaga (2) Steve Pikiell, Rutgers (1) Bill Self, Kansas (1) �SPORTS Daily Sentinel NCAA says Clemson QB can resume fundraising CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — It turns out Trevor Lawrence and his girlfriend didn’t do anything wrong when they were trying to help coronavirus victims and their families. What sounded like a noble effort but might have been an NCAA violation is OK after all. The NCAA said Tuesday the couple can resume their fundraising efforts after Clemson officials had shut down their gofundme.com page — “Covid-19 Family Relief and Support” — for fear the quarterback was committing a violation. Lawrence and his girlfriend Marissa Mowry received the go-ahead from the governing body for the page after Clemson’s compliance office had halted their efforts Monday afternoon — hours after they launched it. The roller-coaster ride had left Lawrence — one of the leading Heisman Trophy candidates heading into next season — and Mowry, a soccer player at Anderson (South Carolina) University, apologizing for trying to do what they thought was right before the NCAA stepped in. The NCAA said in a statement it did not ask Clemson to take down the gofundme.com page. The NCAA said it will Phelps worries about mental health By Paul Newberry Associated Press continue working with its member schools to ensure athletes and those affected by the virus are supported. “We applaud Trevor for his efforts,” the NCAA statement said. Clemson spokesman Ross Taylor said school compliance officials correctly applied NCAA guidelines against athletes using their names, images and likenesses for crowdfunding — but that was before the NCAA contacted the school. “We applaud and appreciate their swift action in permitting this activity,” Clemson’s athletic department said in a statement. The couple had raised $2,670 before Clemson officials informed Lawrence the the page violated NCAA rules. Before the NCAA contacted Clemson, Mowry had posted a video on Instagram Tuesday explaining the situation, thanking those who donated and apologizing for any confusion. “Our intentions were to try and help everyone,” Mowry said. “That’s changed a little bit, but we’re still going to do our best to love on on y’all and support one another during this hard time.” Taylor said he did not know if Lawrence and Mowry would restart their fundraising page. Michael Phelps has been open about his mental health struggles, even as he became the most decorated athlete in Olympic history. Now, with the Tokyo Games on hold because of the coronavirus, the retired swimming great worries that some athletes may have trouble coping with this unprecedented postponement. “It’s a total bamboozle,” Phelps told The Associated Press on Tuesday. “There’s such a wave of emotions. I can’t imagine what these athletes are going through right now.” In an telephone interview from his Arizona home, where he is largely hunkered down like so many others around the globe, Phelps gave reluctant praise to the International Olympic Committee for putting off the games until 2021 while the world deals with the pandemic. “Honestly, my first thought was I was relieved,” he said. “Now, there’s more of a chance that we can beat this thing and do what we need to do to save as many lives as possible. I was happy to HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — The U.S. Justice Department is getting involved in a federal civil rights lawsuit that seeks to block transgender athletes in Connecticut from competing as girls in interscholastic sports. Attorney General William Barr signed what is known as a statement of interest Tuesday, arguing against the policy of the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference, the board that oversees the state’s high school athletic competitions. The conference allows athletes to compete as the gender with which they identify, arguing it is following a state law that requires high school students be treated according to their gender identity. It From page 6A (Minford, OH). Indiana University East led all men’s indoor track and field squads with eight members named. The NAIA sponsors a similar award program, the NAIA-Daktronics Scholar-Athlete, which is awarded to juniors and seniors with a 3.50 GPA or higher. MIDDLETOWN, Ohio — Four representatives of the University of Rio Grande are among the 50 student-athletes named to the 2020 River States Conference Women’s Indoor Track & Field Scholar-Athlete Team. To be named, student-athletes must have a 3.25 grade-point average or higher, have at least two semesters of attendance prior to the current term, participate in an RSC sport and be nominated by their institution. Rio Grande’s quartet of honorees included senior Natalie Seeberg (Urbana, OH), junior Chase Davis (Huntington, WV), and sophomores Samantha Miller (Greensprings, OH) and Sierra Cress (Greenville, OH). Midway (Ky.) University had 10 team members named to lead all women’s indoor track and field programs in the conference. The NAIA sponsors a similar award, the NAIA-Daktronics Scholar-Athlete, which is awarded to juniors and seniors with a 3.50 GPA or higher. Randy Payton is the Sports Information Director at the University of Rio Grande. From page 6A year ago. Head Coach Katie Gearlds of Marian (Ind.) was named NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball Coach of the Year. She led the Knights to a No. 2 ranking in the final poll of the season and a 31-3 overall record. Gearlds has previously led two Marian teams to a red banner, both in 2016 and 2017. Two other players representing River States Conference schools received All-American kudos. Interestingly, WVUTech junior guard Brittney Justice - who finished second in the RSC Player of the Year voting - leapfrogged Holden on the All-American list and was a second team selection. Justice’s Golden Bears upset Morningside (Iowa) in the opening round of the national tournament before it was canceled due to concerns of the Coronavirus pandemic. Ohio Christian University senior Staci Pertuset, who was third in the RSC Player of the Year voting, joined Holden on the honorable mention list. The Trailblazers lost to Southeastern (Fla.) in the final game before the national tourney’s stoppage. BROADCAST 3 (WSAZ) 4 (WTAP) 6 (WSYX) 7 (WOUB) 8 (WCHS) 10 (WBNS) 11 (WVAH) 12 (WVPB) 13 (WOWK) also argues the policy is in accordance with Title IX, the federal law that allows girls equal educational opportunities, including in athletics. The Justice Department, in its filing, disagrees. “Under CIAC’s interpretation of Title IX, however, schools may not account for the real physiological differences between men and women. Instead, schools must have certain biological males — namely, those who publicly identify as female — compete against biological females,” Barr and the other department officials write. “In so doing, CIAC deprives those women of the single-sex athletic competitions that are one of the marquee accomplishments of Title IX.” The lawsuit was filed in February by runners Selina Soule, a senior at Glastonbury High School; Chelsea Mitchell, a senior at Canton High School; and Alanna Smith, a sophomore at Danbury High School, against the conference and several local boards of education. They argue they have been deprived of wins, state titles and athletic opportunities by being forced to compete against transgender athletes. “Males will always have inherent physical advantages over comparably talented and trained girls — that’s the reason we have girls sports in the first place,” their attorney, Christiana Holcomb said Wednes- CABLE THURSDAY, MARCH 26 6 PM 6:30 7 PM WSAZ News 3 (N) WTAP News (N) ABC 6 News at 6pm (N) Arthur NBC Nightly News (N) NBC Nightly News (N) ABC World News (N) Canvasing the World Wheel "Gone Fishin'" (N) Wheel "Gone Fishin'" (N) Columbus 7:30 Jeopardy! (N) Jeopardy! (N) Ent. Tonight (N) PBS NewsHour Providing indepth analysis of current events. (N) Eyewitness ABC World Judge Judy Ent. Tonight News (N) News (N) (N) (N) 10TV News CBS Evening Jeopardy! 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We’re getting all these big questions thrown at us: What if? What if? What if? It’s so hard to understand. We’re having a hard time just wrapping our head around it.” Thinking back to his own career, Phelps said he probably could have coped with a postponement just fine during the prime of his career because he had such steely focus on his goals. But he probably would have struggled with a delay leading up to the 2012 London Games, when his motivation was lagging and he wasn’t even sure he wanted to compete. “I was barely holding it together by the seams,” Phelps recalled. “I don’t know if I could’ve made it another year.” He retired after London, only to return to the pool less than two years later with a newfound passion that carried him to five more golds and a silver in Rio. THURSDAY EVENING 30 (PARMT) Holden see them logically making a smart decision. It’s just frustrating it took this long.” With the anticipated Olympic postponement now official, Phelps turned his attention to the world-class athletes who must deal with another jarring change to their preparations, even as they were still processing the cutbacks in training and lack of human contact stemming from worldwide efforts to curtail the virus. Since his retirement in 2016, following an unprecedented Olympic career that produced 23 golds and 28 medals overall, Phelps has talked of suffering from depression and anxiety. He even had thoughts of suicide at his lowest points. He knows this is a challenging time for those who had their sights on the Olympics, which were scheduled to open on July 24 but now have been delayed by up to a year. “As athletes, we’re so regimented,” Phelps said. “At this point, all the work is done. We’re just fine-tuning the small things to get to this point. Now it’s like, ‘Oh … we’re not competing.’ All these emotions start flaring up. I really Justice Dep’t: Don’t treat trans athletes as girls Rio Rio Grande places four on Women’s Indoor Track list Thursday, March 26, 2020 7A �NEWS/WEATHER 8A Thursday, March 26, 2020 OHIO BRIEF Update Deaths of 2 Ohio men in Arizona investigated Apache County Sheriff’s officials said 39-year-old Matthew Reagan and 29-year-old Phillip Reagan were found fatally shot Saturday west of the Sawmill Express Store. Navajo Nation Police called the county Sheriff’s Authorities are investigating the deaths of two Ohio office, who arrived as tribal police secured the men whose bodies were found on a remote road on scene. the Navajo Nation in northeastern Arizona. From page 1A our student’s permanent county of residence. Our student reported that they developed symptoms while abroad and were confirmed to have the virus on March 24. Our student reported that they briefly returned to their off-campus residence in Athens where they could self-isolate while awaiting test results but has since returned to their permanent county of residence to continue self-isolation with the support of their family. Our thoughts are with them, and we are also offering support to our student to ensure they have the resources they need. The University will not be releasing the name of this individual to ensure that they can focus on their health and recovery. We ask that if you are aware of their identity, to please respect their privacy and to abide by all privacy rules related to personal information. Since learning of the confirmed diagnosis, we have been working closely with local public health officials to investigate any interactions this person has had with University faculty, staff or students and to inform those who may be impacted. 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TODAY 8 AM WEATHER 2 PM Bill 44° 62° POLLEN & MOLD Low Moderate High SUN & MOON Primary: cladosporium Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Low MOON PHASES First Apr 1 Full Apr 7 Last New Apr 14 Apr 22 SOLUNAR TABLE The solunar period indicates peak feeding times for fish and game. Today Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Major 1:35a 2:21a 3:09a 3:59a 4:52a 5:46a 6:41a Minor 7:45a 8:31a 9:20a 10:11a 11:05a 12:00p 12:31a Major 1:55p 2:42p 3:31p 4:23p 5:17p 6:13p 7:09p Minor 8:06p 8:53p 9:42p 10:35p 11:30p ---12:55p WEATHER HISTORY On March 26, 1660, John Hull of Boston recorded a snowstorm that was the worst of the year. New England colonists learned that wintry weather could last into spring. Moderate High Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. 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Questions regarding these programs and the CDIS should be directed to Anthony Iachini, Development Site Coordinator, via email at aiachini@buckeyehills. org or via phone at 740376-7661. To learn more about Buckeye Hills Regional Council, visit www. buckeyehills.org, call 740-374-9436 or 1-800331-2644 (toll free), or email info@buckeyehills.org Clouds and sun today. A few showers early tonight, then a t-storm. High 72° / Low 60° The AccuWeather.com Asthma Index combines the effects of current air quality, pollen counts, wind, temperature, dew point, barometric pressure, and changes from past weather conditions to provide a scale showing the overall probability and severity of an asthma attack. Snowfall The pre-applications are now due to the Meigs County Commissioners, 100 E. 2nd Street, #301, Pomeroy, Ohio by 4 p.m. on May 1, 2020. In order to apply for any of the CDBG programs you must submit information to be included on the Community Development Implementation Strategy (CDIS). This information is due to Anthony Iachini, Buckeye Hills Regional Council by April 24th at 4 p.m. The information can be submitted to 69° 59° Temperature 24 hours ending 3 p.m. Wed. 0.23 Month to date/normal 3.75/3.16 Year to date/normal 11.95/9.31 the deadline to apply has been extended the deadline for the 2020 Community Development Block From page 1A Grant (CDBG) Allocation a 100 percent participat- Program and Community Development Implemening. tation Strategy (CDIS). Surveys are being Some eligible activities planned to seek community recommendations on are as follows: centers for the handicapped; projects to including in curbs and sidewalks; fire the application as public protection facilities and meetings are likely not equipment; flood draina possibility before the age facilities; parking application deadline. facilities; parks and recreRegarding additional grant programs, Buckeye ation facilities; water and sewer; as well as many Hills Regional Council announced this week that others. 8 PM AccuWeather.com Asthma Index™ (in inches) 30. DeWine has warned of a dramatic drop in state revenue as economic activity grinds to a halt in Ohio, with the impact on state coffers expected to begin next month. Also Wednesday, the Controlling Board added $15.6 million to the Ohio Department of Health budget to provide supplies to frontline healthcare workers. The bipartisan legislative board approves a wide variety of state spending. For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia, or death. Racine HEALTH TODAY Precipitation ing of recently retired state employees in critical agencies including prisons, youth detention facilities, mental health and addiction services, veterans services and developmental disabilities. — Allows open meetings to be conducted electronically as long as the public is notified and can participate. — Bans water cut-offs for the duration of the pandemic. — Temporarily eliminates a requirement that people filing for unemployment compensation wait a week and look for work. — Allows DeWine to approach the state Controlling Board with requests to tap Ohio’s $2.7 billion rainy day fund to keep the budget balanced during the fiscal year that ends June discouraged business attire, “which is cleaned less frequently than casual clothing.” The Medina Republican warned after the vote that Ohioans face continued tough times. “The best way that we can strengthen the economy for the future, the best way that we can try to continue to preserve our way of life, is by making sure first and foremost that everybody is safe, and that everybody is healthy,” Obhof said. “I would suggest that none of these choices are easy, none of them are fun.” Members of the 99-member House were assigned to eight separate rooms to allow for social distancing during Statistics through 3 p.m. Wed. 59°/44° 60°/38° 92° in 1929 15° in 1960 deliberation. They walked briefly onto the House floor to cast a voice vote. “We’ve been in our pajamas so long, it’s nice to put on real clothes,” said Rep. Bill Seitz, a Cincinnati Republican. Setting the April 28 date for absentee ballots didn’t please everyone. Lt. Gov. Jon Husted, a former Secretary of State, said he and Gov. Mike DeWine would have preferred extending voting further. Rep. Fred Strahorn, a Dayton Democrat, said he was concerned a month wasn’t enough time to carry out the voting. Obhof said “a significant number of members” in the House and Senate felt it better to end the election sooner rather than later. Among additional provisions, the bill: — Allows the rehir- From page 1A ALMANAC High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low Daily Sentinel Clendenin 73/59 Charleston 73/59 Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. 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Please stop by and say, “Hi!” I’m looking forward to serving your needs for insurance and financial services. Here to help life go right.® CALL ME TODAY Robin H Fowler, Agent 11504 State Route 588 Bidwell, OH 45614 740-245-5441 robin.fowler.pitch@statefarm.com OH-70176553 April 2020 A Special Supplement to How Low Should You Go? The dangers of mowing too low Planting Pointers Birds and Your Backyard A guide to buying and setting up a bird bath Tips for planting blueberries & tomatoes 8 garden tools for beginners The right tool for the job 2. Hand pruners: Hand 4. Loppers: Long-handled is part of ensuring their is essential to working safely health. That makes a loppers will fit the bill pruners are essential for and efficiently. This is as true hose and a watering can for thick branches. The cutting branches, cleaning in the workplace as it is in the two invaluable tools to long handles provide up shrubs, dead-heading garden. have around. Invest in a leverage to cut through flowers, and various other Novice gardeners may lightweight, expandable branches an inch or more tasks. Choose ergonomic, not know where to begin in hose if storage space is at in diameter. no-slip handles that will regards to which tools they a premium. An adjustable make work easier. Rust5. Hand trowel: A hand need. The following are eight nozzle will enable you to resistant, nonstick blades trowel is a handy tool items that can serve as a solid customize the water flow also are handy. that lets you dig holes foundation for beginning garas needed. A watering or unearth weeds. While 3. Wheelbarrow: A wheelbardeners. can is an easy way to tote shopping for a trowel, water to hard-to-reach row can transport gear to 1. Gloves: Your hands will be consider getting a handpots and containers. garden beds or tote dirt, working hard, so it pays to held garden fork, which leaves, rocks, and other protect them from calluses, 7. Garden kneeler: Gardencan aerate soil and cut materials around the landblisters, splinters, insects, ers often bend and kneel through roots. scape. A good wheelbarrow and dirt. Look for waterwhile working in the soil. is strong but light enough 6. Hose/watering can: resistant gloves that are That puts pressure on the to maneuver when full. also breathable. back and knees. A comKeeping gardens hydrated fortable garden kneeler with memory foam or one made from shock-absorbing material can reduce aches and pains. 8. Garden hoe: Garden hoes till soil, remove weeds and perform many other tasks. A garden hoe can be used along with a fullsized shovel, trowel and garden rake. This list is just the tip of the garden tool iceberg. Visit a garden center and speak with a professional about other tools that can be added to the mix. INDEX Tips for planting blueberries ................................................. 3 Tips for planting tomatoes..................................................... 3 Mulching mistakes to avoid ................................................... 4 The differences between organic and inorganic mulches ..... 4 Why weeds can be found everywhere .................................... 4 A guide to buying and setting up a bird bath ....................... 5 5 projects that add value ....................................................... 5 Signs your tools may need some TLC ................................... 6 "PRICE, QUALITY AND SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON" ���������� ������� ����� ���� ��� � ������������ OH-70180402 8 Garden Tools for Beginners ................................................ 1 Repair bare spots in the lawn ................................................ 2 How to prevent crabgrass ...................................................... 2 The dangers of mowing too low............................................. 2 740-992-2975 33101 Hiland Road, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769 �#+$/!+)(0!+!*.$)&!'- "&�$%��(&�2��!0��(.+, ����� �� �������-.+ �1�� �� �LAWN & GARDEN 2B Thursday, March 26, 2020 Repair bare spots in the lawn Daily Sentinel Caring for a lawn to keep it lush and green can require equal measures of patience and hard work. Various invaders can attack grass or contribute to its demise. One problem many homeowners face is bare spots. Bare spots can occur for various reasons. Heavy foot traffic, grubs or other pests, fungi, pet urine, or too much or too little water can contribute to bare spots. The howto resource The Spruce says that correcting the source of bare spots can prevent new issues, particularly if grubs or other pests are damaging the grass. Then homeowners can address existing bare areas. It is unlikely that bare spots will just fill back in on their own. Reseeding spots or using sod to fill in bare areas can help lawns look lush. š� Begin by raking and removing any dead grass and other debris from the lawn. Check to make sure that grubs or insects are not attacking the lawn. If they are, use targeted treatment options for those pests. š� Break up and aerate any soil that is compacted in the bare spot. š� Amend the soil in the bare area with loamy soil or compost to improve on the nutritional makeup and texture so that it is amenable to grass-growing. If you notice that the entire lawn is looking a little sparse, topdressing the rest of the lawn at this point also can help improve its vitality. š�Sprinkle seeds in the bare spot (disperse seeds over the rest of the lawn if you want to overseed and improve the thickness of the lawn). If you prefer sod, cut a portion of the sod to fit the bare area and place on the amended soil. š� The Scotts® company says to lightly water newly seeded or sodded areas daily for at least two weeks to keep the top inch of soil consistently moist but not soggy. Gradually water more as the seedlings develop and the grass begins to fill in. Deep water at least once or twice a week after the new grass reaches mowing height. š� The grass should grow slightly longer than the rest of the lawn, and wait until the color of the patched area begins to blend in with the rest of the lawn before mowing. This could take a few weeks, and the area should be avoided until then. Eventually, and with treatment, bare spots can be remedied and become indistinguishable from other areas of the lawn. How to prevent crabgrass Few things can give a home exterior that sought after wow factor as well as a nicely maintained lawn. A lush green landscape is a great way to show pride in home ownership and improve curb appeal. As many homeowners know, lawns are under constant attack. The elements are rarely easy on lawns, and watchful eyes must always be kept open for other problems that can plague a lawn, including crabgrass. Crabgrass can be a formidable adversary in the summer months. According to the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, crabgrass begins as seeds. These seeds germinate in spring or early summer. While crabgrass dies after the first hard frost in fall, crabgrass seeds remain dormant in winter, and the seeds then grow again in the following spring when ground temperature warms up. Without action to prevent crabgrass seeds from germinating, homeowners will likely end up with patches of crabgrass throughout their lawns every summer. The home improvement retailer Lowes® notes that a healthy lawn is the best defense against crabgrass. The healthier a lawn is, the harder it is for unwanted grasses like crabgrass to thrive. The following are a handful of strategies that can promote a healthy lawn and make it more difficult for unsightly crabgrass to establish itself in the months ahead. Keep grass at a consistent length, and don’t cut too low. Maintaining a consistent length of grass by mowing at regular intervals can make it hard for crabgrass to thrive. Crabgrass requires ample sunlight to germinate, so grass that is not cut too short may keep crabgrass from growing in. Of course, grass should not be allowed to grow knee-length, either. By raising blades to the mowing height appropriate for their type of grass, and mowing at regular intervals so the grass remains at that height through the summer, homeowners can promote healthy lawns and make it harder for crabgrass to germinate. Never cut too much of the blade off of the grass. When mowing, don’t cut too much of the blade off the grass with each cut, even if the grass seems especially long. As noted, cutting too low allows sunlight to reach crabgrass seeds. But cutting too much off the blade, even if the grass is still high after a mow, can injure the grass. Injured grass can make lawns more vulnerable to weeds and crabgrass. Apply a pre-emergence herbicide. Pre-emergence herbicides kill germinating grass seedlings before they emerge from the soil. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding when and how much herbicide to apply. If crabgrass has already started to grow, it’s likely too late to apply a pre-emergence herbicide. Crabgrass is an unwelcome invader in many lawns. Spring can be a great time to prevent this unwanted guest from returning this summer. The dangers of mowing too low can attack grass as it recovers Spring marks the return of from injury, and before homemany things. Trees and flowers owners know it, their lawns are begin to bloom again in spring, overcome with a host of probwhile warmer temperatures are lems. welcomed back with open arms. Grass also begins to grow again in š Cutting too low allows crabgrass the spring. That means it’s not too to thrive. Crabgrass needs long before homeowners have to ample sunlight to grow. By cutdust off their lawn mowers and get ting grass too low, homeowners to work. 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The USDA National Nutrient Database notes that blueberries, which are low in calories and high in fiber, are great sources of the vitamins C, K and B6. However, organic blueberries can be among the most expensive foods in the produce aisle. Various factors, including where blueberries come from and whether or not they’re organic, dictate their cost. But it’s not uncommon to pay roughly $4 for a six-ounce package of organic blueberries. For some, such costs are prohibitive. Growing blueberries in a home garden can save blueberry lovers substantial amounts of money while ensuring they reap all of the benefits of this highly nutritious and edible berry. The following are some tips novices can employ as they plant their first batch of blueberries. Consult a local garden center. The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council recommends consulting a local garden center before planting blueberries. The professionals at such centers can recommend the best variety of blueberry to plant. That’s an important first step, as the USHBC notes that farmers cultivate dozens of varieties of highbush blueberries across North America. Lowbush varieties also may be a gardener’s best option depending on where he or she lives. A local garden center can help you determine which variety best suits your local climate. Plant where there is ample sun and well-drained soil. The roots of blueberry plants should remain moist throughout the growing season, so choose an area where the soil drains well. If that’s hard to find, consider planting in raised beds or patio containers. In addition, the University of Minnesota Extension notes that blueberries require full sun, so plant in a spot where the blueberries will not be denied daily sunlight. Prepare the soil. Blueberries require acidic soil, so running a soil test prior to planting is a good idea. Speak with a local garden center about soil adjustments if the soil is unlikely to promote growth. Fertilize carefully. The USHBC notes that established blueberry plants will respond well to acid fertilizers. However, it’s important not to overdo it, as blueberries are sensitive to overfertilization. Follow fertilization instructions and speak with local garden center professionals for advice. Be patient. The UME notes that plants won’t bear much fruit in their first two to three years, and that harvests are bigger after five years. So patience is a virtue blueberry planters must embrace. Planting blueberries can be a rewarding hobby that also can save gardeners money at the grocery store. Tips for planting tomatoes Slicing into the first tomato of the season is a much anticipated moment for gardeners. Tomatoes are among the most popular fruit or vegetable plants grown in home gardens. Much of that popularity may be credited to the fact that red, ripe tomatoes have a delicious, juicy flavor that serves as the basis for all sorts of recipes. And since tomatoes can just as easily be grown in a full backyard garden or in a container on a patio or balcony, tomatoes appeal to gardeners regardless of their living situations. While tomatoes are relatively easy to grow, they are prone to certain problems and pests. Knowledge of what to expect when planting tomatoes and how to start off on the right footing can help produce a season’s worth of delicious bounty. Wait until after the last average frost date. Tomatoes can be grown from seeds outdoors in warm areas, but tomato gardeners often find success starting seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost date. Gradually introduce seedlings to the elements for a few hours each day, increasing the duration of time outside. Then they can be transplanted outdoors when temperatures are consistently over 60 F. Choose a sunny spot. Tomatoes love to soak up sunlight, according to The Home Depot. Place the plants in a sunny spot so they can thrive. Space out plants. The experts at Better Homes and Gardens say to leave anywhere from 24 to 48 inches between plants to accommodate for growth and ensure the plants will not get stunted. Plant deeply. Tomatoes tend to root along their stems. If transplants are long and lean, dig a trench and lay the stem sideways in the dirt, and then bend the top of the plant upward. Snip off the lower branches and cover with soil up to the first set of leaves. This will produce extra root growth and stronger, more vital plants. Give the plants support. Tomato cages or stakes can help keep the leaves and fruit from touching the ground, which can cause rot and, eventually, death to the tomato plant. Lay down a layer of mulch. Tomatoes grow best when the soil is consistently moist. Mulch can help retain moisture from watering and rain. Mulch also will help prevent soil and soilborne diseases from splashing on the leaves and plants when it rains. While you amend the soil, make sure that it drains well and is slightly acidic. Prune away suckers. Tomatoes produce “suckers,” which are leaves that shoot out from the main stem. Removing these leaves promotes air circulation and keeps the plant’s energy focused on growing fruit. Tomatoes are a rich addition to any garden. A few simple tricks can help even novice gardeners grow delicious tomatoes. OH-70180045 4-Seasons Outdoor Power ����$�����#'����*��� ���� �#�������'�#)�(�%��"&#���$��*��� � �� ���'������� �� � ��� ���!��#!)�����!� �� �� �*������ � �LAWN & GARDEN 4B Thursday, March 26, 2020 Daily Sentinel The differences between organic and inorganic mulches The benefits of mulch are widely known among lawn and garden enthusiasts. By insulating soil from extreme temperatures, helping soil to retain moisture and preventing weed growth, mulch can help plants, trees and gardens thrive, even during periods when Mother Nature can make that very difficult. Novice gardners may find themselves a little confused when visiting a lawn and garden center to purchase mulch. That’s because there are various types of mulches. One of the ways to simplify that is to break mulches down into two main classes: organic and inorganic. Learning to distinguish between these two classes can help homeowners choose the best mulch for their properties. Organic mulch Organic mulches are made up of materials that decompose over time. The experts at BobVila.com note that, because they decompose over time, organic mulches must be replenished on a regular bais. Hardwood and softwood chips are among the most popular and recognizable organic mulches. Evergreen needles, leaves, grass clippings, and compost mixes also fall under the organic mulch umbrella. Many gardening enthusiasts prefer organic mulches because they help soil retain moisture, improve soil fertility and help to deter weed growth. Inorganic mulches Inorganic mulches are permanent because they do not decompose over time. Gravel, brick chips and crushed stone are examples of inorganic mulches. Homeowners who do not intend to plant after laying mulch may lean toward inorganic mulches, as they won’t require much work, if any, after being laid. However, the Chicago Botanic Garden notes that inorganic mulches do not improve soil quality. In fact, because inorganic mulches like rocks and stones absorb heat, they can be detrimental to plants in areas where weather tends to be very dry and hot. The right mulch for a given property depends on a host of factors. Understanding the differences between organic and inorganic mulches is a great first step toward finding the right mulch for your landscape. Mulching mistakes to avoid for best growth Landscape features vary significantly from house to house. Some homeowners may prefer water features on their properties, while others focus on flowers that would be the envy of a botanical garden. Regardless of those preferences, lawn and garden enthusiasts who want to make their properties as idyllic as possible may eventually look to mulch to help them accomplish that goal. Mulch helps soil retain moisture, which promotes strong, healthy flowers, plants, trees, and shrubs. And because soil beneath mulch retains more moisture than soil that’s not protected by mulch, homeowners won’t have to spend as much time watering mulched landscapes. That saves time and conserves water, which can be a big benefit in areas prone to drought and/or especially hot summers. Mulch also helps to suppress weed growth, which can ensure all that hard work needed to create an eye-catching garden won’t be compromised by the presence of unsightly, thirsty weeds. Mulching seems like a simple task, and it can be. But that does not mean homeowners cannot make mistakes when mulching. The following are some common mulching mistakes to avoid as lawn and garden season hits full swing. Not enough mulch: Mulch is ineffective when spread too thin. The Virginia Cooperative Extension at Virginia Tech and Virginia State University recommends applying mulch no less than two inches in depth. Anything less than that will prove ineffective at preventing weed growth and helping the soil retain moisture, and that means you will need to water more often. Poorly located mulch: Mulch should not be placed too close to plant stems or tree trunks. When it is, tissue is so wet that it makes for a perfect environment for disease and insect infestation. Failing to mulch to the drip line: The drip line of a tree refers to the outermost circumference of the tree’s canopy from which water drips onto the ground. The VCE recommends mulching to the drip line of a plant or tree, which ensures the plant or tree will get the most out of the mulch. Mulching to the drip line also minimizes competition from the grass, leading to stronger plants and trees. Failing to weed before mulching: Weeds should be removed prior to mulching. If they’re not, the mulch can provide the same growing environment for weeds that you’re trying to create for your plants and trees. Mulching benefits a landscape in myriad ways, especially when homeowners avoid some common mulching mistakes. Why weeds can be found everywhere The ubiquitous nature of weeds can make them seem like they can grow anywhere, and that’s because they can. Weeds can grow anywhere there’s room for them to sprout, including gardens, sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots. One of the things that helps weeds spread so much is how productive they can be at producing seeds. An actively growing weed plant will produce thousands of seeds and disperse those seeds throughout the season. One of the more recognizable weeds is the dandelion. During its growing season, a dandelion can effectively spread its seeds thanks in large part to the wind, which can blow seeds all over, thereby allowing a single dandelion to spread its seeds far and wide. Penn State Extension notes that successful weed plants share many characteristics, including an ability to reproduce both sexually and asexually. Successful weed plants also are clever in terms of getting around, as their seeds can attach to people and animals and even float on water. Weeds also put up a fight when they’re confronted by humans. Humans who try to pull weeds may instead break them. The broken weeds can then resprout, ultimately spreading their seeds again. The resiliency of weeds also is evident in their ability to stay dor- 1588 Gage Road, Patriot OH, 45658 Phone: 740-379-9101 Hours: Mon-Fri 6am to 4pm Closed Sat-Sun SIDING AND ROOFING COLORS ONE DAY SERVICE 1��+�"!*/��(%�+�*)�� .��&*!%$�"���"+�� ����$)+(&�))�����(,!��� 1��*%&�!$��$/*!#��*%�)��� %-�-���(��*��%+( ���&(%�+�*)�-!* �%+(�*%&�%��* ��"!$���'+!&#�$*� 1������$+���*+(����!$*����%%0�$� ����$����*�"��!�!$�� mant for long periods of time. For example, weeds can stay in the soil for years before germinating, proving that these unwelcome guests aren’t just pesky, but also patient. �LAWN & GARDEN Daily Sentinel Thursday, March 26, 2020 5B A guide to buying and setting up a bird bath Warm weather means more opportunities to spend time outdoors while at home. Whether your favorite form of outdoor recreation includes sitting on the patio reading or digging in the garden, there’s a good chance that you will be sharing the space with local wildlife. Optimizing opportunities to view and interact with backyard wildlife can make the great outdoors even more enjoyable. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology indicates that there are around 2,059 bird species on the continent of North America. Redwinged blackbirds, yellow-rumped warblers, American robins, and chipping sparrows are among the most commonly seen birds in North America. Making a backyard hospitable to birds can increase the chances for sightings and hearing their sweet songs. Installing a bird bath can be a step in the right direction. Bird baths can make yards more attractive to birds. Birds require a supply of fresh, clean water for drinking and bathing. By setting up a bath, homeowners can attract not only seed-loving birds, but those that don’t eat seeds and wouldn’t normally congregate around feeders, indicates All About Birds. Experts surmise that birds may bathe to maintain their feathers. Not all bird baths are constructed the in the same fashion. Many bird baths sold in stores are better suited for decoration than for serving as functional baths. There are outdoor projects that add value Exterior renovations can enhance the appearance of a property and make it more enjoyable for homeowners. Certain renovations have the potential to add value to a home, while others may do the opposite. Learning which one have the largest return on investment can help homeowners select features that will have the most positive impact. Curb appeal goes a long way toward attracting potential buyers. According to the National Association of Realtors, first impressions of a property have a strong influence on buyers. Landscaping and external features can do much to influence such impressions. Lawn care program: Investing in a lawn care program that consists of fertilizer and weed control application and can be transferred over to a subsequent home owner is an attractive feature. NAR says such a care program can recover $1,000 in value of the $330 average cost, or a 303 percent ROI. Low-maintenance lifestyle: When choosing materials for projects, those that offer lowmaintenance benefits can be preferential. These include lowmaintenance patio materials, composite decking, vinyl fencing, and inorganic mulched beds. Fire pit: A fire pit can be used for much of the year. In the spring and summer, the firepit is a great place to congregate to roast marshmallows or sip wine and gaze into the fire. In the fall, the fire pit can make for a cozy retreat. A fire pit that has a gas burner is low-maintenance, and the National Association of Landscape Professionals says that most can recoup about $4,000 of their $6,000 average price tag. Softscaping: Hardscaping refers to structures like outdoor kitchens or decks. Softscaping involves the living elements of the landscape. Hiring a landscape designer to install trees, shrubs, natural edging, and rock elements can do wonders toward improving the look and value of a home. Pool or water feature: In certain markets, particularly hot climates, a pool or another water feature is a must-have. However, in other areas where outdoor time is limited, a pool or water feature can actually lower the value of a home. Speaking with a real estate professional can give homeowners an idea of how a pool will fare in a given neighborhood. 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In general, the lower a bird bath is to the ground, the more likely birds are to use it. Most natural sources of water birds use are on or near the ground. Therefore, ground-level bird baths may be the best investments. It is important to keep the water in a bird bath shallow (around two inches of water or less). This enables birds to splash around safely and wade in. Birds do not want to slide around, so a material that is coated and slippery, like glazed ceramic or glass, may not be too popular. Rough stone or a bird bath modified with pea gravel or rocks can give birds steady footing. Place the bird bath in the shade if possible to ensure the water is cool and fresh. Locate it by a tree so the birds can hop up to a branch and preen afterwards. All About Birds also says that a bird bath is more attractive if it has a dripping or moving water feature, as this is often irresistible to birds. Another way to ensure the bath will be used is to keep it clean and maintained. Change the water every day or two. Rinse off the bath to remove droppings, bugs and other debris. Once birds learn there is a comfortable bath nearby, they may be more apt to visit a yard and may even become frequent guests. ,'�������� 0(0%(5� )',& $�%HWWHU�:D\�7R�%DQN� �LAWN & GARDEN 6B Thursday, March 26, 2020 Signs your tools may need some A do-it-yourselfer is only as good as his or her tools. Without the proper tools, even the handiest men and women may struggle to complete jobs well within their abilities. It doesn’t take a seasoned do-it-yourselfer to recognize when hammers and screwdrivers need to be replaced. And such tools are generally so affordable that replacing them, even when they still have some utility, won’t affect too many DIYers’ budgets. However, power tools are considerable investments that do not necessarily need to be discarded when the first signs of trouble pop up. In fact, sometimes power tools just need some TLC to become useful once again. The following are some common symp- toms of power tool problems, and what may be behind those problems. Difficulty starting A power tool that won’t start can delay a project. But a tool that won’t start should not be immediately written off, especially not before DIYers employ a multimeter. The cost of digital multimeters varies widely, with some retailing for less than $20 while others sell for hundreds and hundreds of dollars. Serious DIYers who spend every weekend working on one project or another may find the more expensive multimeters more to their liking, but many weekend warriors can get by with less expensive alternatives. Multimeters are useful because they can Daily Sentinel T LC measure voltage on a power tool to determine if power is effectively moving through the tool. Dust and dirt also can compromise power tools. This may be especially likely in spring, a time synonymous with home renovations, when many homeowners pick up their tools for the first time in months. Inspect a power tool that’s not starting to see if dust or dirt is the culprit. If so, clean the tool and then try to start it again. Loss of power Some power tools may start but still lack the extra muscle that make power tools more beneficial than manual tools. In such instances, the carbon brushes might need to be replaced. The online resource ereplacement.parts.com notes that heat damage to brushes can reduce the overall conductivity of the brush, resulting in less power reaching the tool’s motor. In such instances, replace the carbon brushes. In addition, chipped or damaged brushes can result in inconsistent power output. Replacing the brushes in such instances may be all that’s necessary to restore a tool to its powerful self. Burning smell Many a DIYer has dealt with a power tool that emits an odor of burning. The power tool experts at Grainger notes that tools like sanders contain drive belts, and these belts should be the first place to look when tools produce a burning smell. 2150 Eastern Ave. Gallipolis, OH 45631 (740) 446-9777 When the drive belt is to blame, the tool will typically stop working even when the motor is running. Capacitors may be behind the burning smell when using tools without drive belts. Sometimes tools have simply overheated. Whenever DIYers get a whiff of that burning smell, turn off the tool immediately and let it sit for 30 minutes before trying to diagnose the problem. Replacing these parts can restore them to full usefulness and get rid of that unwelcome aroma. Replacing worn or damaged power tool parts as opposed to the tools themselves is often the most budget-friendly way to get these must-have DIY accessories back on track. 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EURZVH�MREV�‡�SRVW�\RXU�UHVXPH�‡�JHW�DGYLFH jobmatchohio.com �NEWS/CLASSIFIEDS 8B Thursday, March 26, 2020 Leader of Amish beard-cutting attacks will get to go home COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The leader of a breakaway Amish group in Ohio who was sentenced to prison for beard- and hair-cutting attacks will get to to serve the rest of his sentence at home after his attorney argued the new coronavirus puts the 74-year-old bishop at risk. Sam Mullet Sr. was moved to a halfway house in Youngstown on March 4 and was scheduled to be released in January. But his attorney argued in a filing last week that he should be sent home because of his age and underlying health conditions increase his risk of getting sick. The Bureau of Prisons said in a ruling Monday that Mullet will be released as part of the Elderly Offender Home Confinement pilot program. The action was not opposed by prosecutors. The attacks in 2011 were meant to shame fellow Amish who had defied or denounced the authoritarian style of the leader of the Bergholz community in eastern Ohio. Mullet did not take part in the hair cuttings, but received the longest prison term of all the defendants. Prosecutors said he exercised control over the members of his community and helped hide what happened. Mullet was the last of the 16 defendants convicted in 2011 still in custody. He went to prison in 2013 and had served about seven years of a nearly 11-year sentence. Bail raised for 3 women charged with rape involving children WHEELERSBURG, Ohio (AP) — A judge has raised the bail for three women who face rape charges after several children were taken to an Ohio home where authorities said they were traded for sexual assault in return for drugs and money. Magan Richmond, 32, of Portsmouth; Tasha Stringer, 37, of Wheelersburg, and Kathryn McMullen, 36, of South Webster, all made their initial court appearances Monday, when bail for each was raised from $100,000 to $500,000. The women appeared at the hearing through video conference, and it wasn’t clear Tuesday if any of the women have retained attorneys or entered pleas. The Scioto County Sheriff’s office has said the children, who ranged in age from 3 to 13, were taken by adults to a house in the Wheelersburg area, where the assaults occurred. Video and pictures were taken of the sex assaults, the sheriff’s office has said. The children are now in state custody, and authorities have not said if any of them are related to any of the three women. Officials say there could be more victims, and it’s likely that more charges will be filed. 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Grant was killed during a pursuit that began in another jurisdiction, authorities have said. When the chase entered the Springdale city limits, Grant and Sgt. Andrew Davis tried to stop the suspect, but at some point during the pursuit, the suspect collided with their cruiser on an interstate. Grant was flown to a hospital, Court: drivers can leave scene if info provided COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A driver involved in an accident can leave the scene if the driver is unaware that police have been or will be called, as long as the driver provides proper contact information, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled Tuesday. The court’s 6-1 deci- sion overturned the conviction of a man found guilty of leaving an accident scene in Hamilton County in southwestern Ohio in 2017. The accident happened when the man hit the driver’s side of another car while passing on the left, the court’s ruling said. After the drivers Partier in ‘if I get corona, I get corona’ video apologizes CINCINNATI (AP) — A Florida spring breaker has apologized for saying in a viral video last week that he wouldn’t let warnings about the coronavirus stop him from partying and “if I get corona, I get corona.” Brady Sluder said in an Instagram post that he was owning up to his mistakes and he didn’t realize the impact of his words. “Don’t be arrogant and think you’re invincible like myself,” he wrote. The 22-year-old from Milford, Ohio, told a TV news crew in Miami last week that “we’re just out here having a good time. Whatever happens, happens.” It didn’t take long for the video to be shared widely across social media and held up as an example of young people ignoring warnings about the coronavirus pandemic. Authorities have reacted by cracking down and ordering more restrictions on public gatherings. In Florida, some local officials closed their beaches before the state’s governor closed all of the beaches after images of rowdy spring break college crowds appeared on TV for days. (740) 992-2155 or fax to (740) 992-2157 XXX�NZEBJMZTFOUJOFM�DPN�t�HEUDMBTTJöFET!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN HEUMFHBMT!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN Amy Carter REAL ESTATE FOR RENT Product Specialist �� ���� �������!�������������� �� ���� ��� ��!� ��� � � �� ����� ���� � � amycarter@markporterauto.com where she was pronounced dead a short time later. She had been with Springdale force for eight years. Davis, who has been with the department for three decades, was treated for undisclosed injuries and continues to recover at home, officials said. Springdale Police Chief Thomas Wells said Davis is doing well but “will not be returning to work any time soon.” The suspect who was being pursued was also injured in the crash. That person’s name has not been released. 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Apache County Sheriff’s officials said 39-yearold Matthew Reagan and 29-year-old Phillip Reagan were found fatally shot Saturday west of the Sawmill Express Store. Navajo Nation Police called the county Sheriff’s office, who arrived as tribal police secured the scene. It’s unclear if the men are related and their hometowns in Ohio weren’t immediately available Wednesday. Sheriff’s investigators determined the two men were traveling in a SUV that was stuck in the mud half a mile away from where their bodies were found. They say the men were traveling to the Canyon de Chelly National Monument in Chinle. 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