https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/9042ad59250589d5a8c371934e9da4d1.pdf 44c543a4afa67a11acf5a592c2b9f952 PDF Text Text Carleton School donates Lady Eagles fall Gallipolis lights aglow NEWS s 7 SPORTS s 14 RIVER s 16 C_ZZb[fehj�š�Fec[heo"�E^_e Breaking news at mydailysentinel.com Issue 222, Volume 74 65 new cases reported in tri-county area More schools to remote, alternative learning options Staff Report OHIO VALLEY — Cases of COVID-19 continue to rise by double digits in Gallia, Mason and Meigs counties, with 65 total new cases reported on Friday. In addition, more schools are moving to remote and/or alternative learning options. Mason County saw the largest increase of the three counties on Friday, with 31 new cases reported by the Mason County Health Department. There are 258 active cases in Meigs County. The Ohio Department of Health reported 22 new cases of COVID-19 in Gallia County on Friday. There have been 978 total cases since March, Saturday, December 5, 2020 s $2 The Christmas collection with ODH stating 543 are presumed to be recovered. In Meigs County, the health department reported 12 new cases of COVID-19 and 23 new recovered cases. There are 166 active cases in Meigs County as of Friday afternoon. Local schools Buckeye Hills Career Center reported a new case of COVID19 at the center in a statement posted to its Facebook page on Thursday evening. The new case brings case totals at the center to 10 student and eight staff cases in the secondary education portion and nine student (one new) and five staff cases in the adult See CASES | 8 Gallia Meigs C.A.A.’s Emergency HEAP continues By Gallia Meigs CAA Special to OVP OHIO VALLEY — As the weather will be turning colder, we are continuing to assisting our customers with their main heating utility and/or furnace repair. Gallia Meigs C.A.A.’s Emergency HEAP Program began Monday, Nov. 2, and will continue through March 31, 2021. We have a different IVR phone number (Interactive Voice Response System), which stills gives the customers access 7 days a week/24 hours a day for making their appointment by phoning in. The number is 1-740-444-4371, and please listen till the end of the recording. At the end you will be given a confirmation number. You must have that for your appointment to be completed. You will have to have your social security number or client number and your gas and electric account number in order to make your appointment. Please note, an appointment maynot extend a scheduled utility shut-off. Emergency HEAP provides assistance to households that have had utilities disconnected, face the threat of disconnection, or have 25% or less supply of bulk fuel, or less than 10 day supply of wood or coal. The program allows a one-time payment per heating season to restore or retain home heating. The potential dollar amount will be up to $175 for regulated utilities, up to $750 for unregulated utilities, up to $550 for wood, coal or pellets MaryAnn Parsons | Courtesy photo Snow surrounds some of the blow molds at the Parsons Christmas Display. Couple shares unique display at the holidays By Lorna Hart Special to OVP REEDSVILLE — What began as an interest in blow molds for Carl Parsons was co-opted by his wife MaryAnn, and has now become the couple’s passion. MaryAnn said Carl had a few before she became really interested. “Carl teases me that I ‘stole’ his collection of blow molds. When I saw the ones he had I fell in love, and when I do something, it is all the way, and I really really LOVE blow molds.” In the 20 years since Carl’s collecting began, their assortment has expanded to about 692 in all. She said her brother Toney Miller now helps with the search, calling her when he finds one she may not have. They begin placing the figurines into displays about three weeks before the first of December. The other part of their year is spent collecting by visiting flea markets, yard sales, and searching online. MaryAnn said she likes the vintage look and prefers to keep them in their original condition, but that some are deteriorated and require some repair, and so she does everything from touch up to stripping and repainting. “We perform ‘plastic surgery’ on some of them,” MaryAnn said. “I love the old look, the vintage Christmas, but sometimes they need a little help.” The Parsons welcome See CHRISTMAS | 5 More than a tree Remembering lives lost, changed forever By Beth Sergent bsergent@aimmediamidwest.com POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — On Friday afternoon, without the normal fanfare that typically attracts a holiday crowd, the official Christmas tree for the City of Point Pleasant was quietly lit and a memorial wreath placed in memory of those lost to, and those affected by, the COVID-19 pandemic which has touched everyone to some degree, though some irrevocably so. As part of his duties as mayor, Brian Billings has always been a See TREE | 8 Beth Sergent | OVP Pictured with a wreath in memory of those who have lost their lives or been affected by COVID-19, are, from left, Mayor Brian Billings, Street Commissioner Randy Hall, City Clerk Amber Tatterson, city council members Leigh Ann Shepard and Judy Holland. See HEAP | 6 COVID concerns limit courthouse access AIM Media Midwest Operating, LLC (USPS 145-966) Telephone: 740-992-2155 Publishes every Tuesday through Saturday. Subscription rate is $208 per year. Prices are subject to change at any time. 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631 Periodical postage paid at Pomeroy, OH POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Daily Sentinel, 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631. All content © 2020 The Daily Sentinel, an edition of the Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. Jury trials postponed until Feb. 1 By Sarah Hawley sawley@aimmediamidwest.com POMEROY — Due to rising COVID-19 cases in the county and state, access to the Meigs County Courthouse is being limited. Those coming to the courthouse to conduct business are asked to call the office they will be visiting before coming as some business can be handled by phone or remotely eliminating the need to come in person. In addition, it is asked that only the person needing to conduct business enter the building. All others with the person will be asked to wait in the vehicle. All visitors to the courthouse will enter the first floor entrance, where they will be met by a person who conducts both security and temperature screenings and will ask where the person is going in the courthouse. This is to ensure that no office is too crowded and will allow for business to be conducted in a manner safe for both the individual and the employees in the office. In addition, at the discretion of the individual office holders, staff may be limited as was done in the early months of the pandemic with staff divided into groups to limit any potential COVID-19 spread. In addition, Meigs County Common Pleas Court Judge Linda War- ner issued an order this week which will limit the number of individuals in the courtroom at one time. The order states in part, The Court hereby reinstitutes curtailed or limited operations from Tuesday, December 2, 2020 through the close of business on Friday, January 29, 2021. The Court shall remain open for business; however, the Court’s in-person hours See COVID | 20 �OBITUARIES/NEWS 2 Saturday, December 5, 2020 OBITUARIES JANET EILEEN DRESSLER-REES JOY PATRICIA BURKEY GALLIPOLIS — Janet Eileen Dressler-Rees, 82, First Christian Church FLORENCE, Ore. — of Gallipolis, Ohio Joy Patricia (Smith) Bur- of Chico where she passed away on key, 82, of Florence, Ore. remained for 20 years. Saturday, NovemJoy later served as an passed away peacefully ber 28, 2020. organist, pianist, and in her sleep on Nov. 30, On October 3, piano accompanist in 2020. She was born on 1938, Janet was born April 18, 1938, in Colum- Chester and Paradise, in Woodsfield, Ohio Ca. before moving to bus, Ohio, the daughter to Addison and Ruby Florence in 2003, where of the late Theophilus she was the organist and Dressler, who preceded Louis Smith and Gladys her in death. Her formachoir accompanist at Gertrude Stevens of tive years were spent with the Presbyterian Church Pomeroy, Ohio. her cousins and friends of the Siuslaw until her Joy grew up in Pomeon the farms of Appalaretirement in December roy, where she graduchia. Her family moved ated from Pomeroy High 2014. to Gallipolis in 1952. She Joy also worked as a School in 1956 as the attended GAHS where highest achieving female dental hygienist and an she met Donald E. “Peestudent. It was her grand- elementary school office Wee” Rees. Janet was a manager. father’s dream that she cheerleader, and PeeWee Joy was an accomwould study the pipe plished deer-hunter, bas- was a basketball player. organ, and at 14 she They graduated in 1956 began pipe organ studies ket maker (Appalachian and pine needle), and oil and were forever proud at the United Methodist of the friends they had painter. In addition to Church in Pomeroy. She her parents, she was pre- made in high school. played for churches and choral groups in Ohio and deceased in death by her Their friendship blossomed into a romance sister, Sue Ellen Smith Kentucky from age 16. that began on June 20, While at Ohio State Uni- Zirkle, and her husband versity, she accompanied Gerald Duane Burkey, Sr. 1957 when they were married at Grace United There will be no the College of Dentistry Methodist Church. The memorial service; she chorus; she graduated will be remembered dur- next 14 years would take with a degree in Dental them on a journey that ing the worship service Hygiene in 1958. included 15 different at the Presbyterian Joy moved to Califortowns and the addition Church of Siuslaw in nia to continue organ of two sons to the family. studies, and by 1964 Joy Florence on Sunday, During those years, PeeDecember 4. was the organist of the Wee served in the United States Air Force and later worked road construction BENDELL through the Ohio Operating Engineers Union. POMEROY — Karen Bendell of Pomeroy, died on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, at the Ohio State University Janet made it a point that wherever PeeWee went, Hospital. Services will be held at the convenience of the family went… we the family. Arrangements are under the direction of were going to be together. the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. In 1971, the family moved CONTACT US BLAND 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631 740-446-2342 All content © 2020 Gallipolis Daily Tribune and The Daily Sentinel edition. All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT/ GROUP PUBLISHER Lane Moon lmoon@aimmediamidwest.com EDITOR Beth Sergent, Ext. 1992 bsergent@aimmediamidwest.com MANAGING EDITOR Sarah Hawley, Ext. 2555 shawley@aimmediamidwest.com back to Gallipolis; and Janet and PeeWee have been there ever since. Everyone, who has ever met Janet and PeeWee, knows that they are caring, thoughtful, kind, considerate people who would do anything to help anyone. It has always been said that Janet has never known a stranger; she immediately made you comfortable and you knew you had a friend. Janet was from a large family with many uncles, aunts, and cousins. She had three brothers Bill, Roy, and George who preceded her in death. Janet is survived by her husband PeeWee; her sister Sue of Arizona; her son Nick (Lynne) of Westerville, Ohio; her son Todd (Sharon) of Fredericksburg, Virginia; her grandson Sam and his fiancé, Sierra of Williamsburg, Virginia; and her grandson Levi of Richmond, Virginia. The family will hold a memorial service in the spring of 2021. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Grace United Methodist Church Food Bank, 600 Second Avenue, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Memo “Janet Rees.” Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. SPORTS EDITOR Bryan Walters, Ext. 2101 bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Matt Rodgers, Ext. 2095 mrodgers@aimmediamidwest.com LETART, W.Va. — Esther “Sally” H. (Miller) Bland, 89, of Letart, W.Va., passed away December 4, 2020 at her home following an extended illness. Service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Foglesong Funeral Home, Mason. Burial will follow at Kirkland Memorial Gardens, Point Pleasant. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of service on Sunday at the funeral home. CIRCULATION MANAGER Derrick Morrison, Ext. 2097 dmorrison@aimmediamidwest.com Please recycle this newspaper Ohio Valley Publishing States submit vaccine orders By Farnoush Amiri and Bob Christie Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio — States faced a deadline on Friday to place orders for the coronavirus vaccine as many reported record infections, hospitalizations and deaths, while hospitals were pushed to the breaking point — with the worst feared yet to come. The number of Americans hospitalized with COVID-19 hit an all-time high in the U.S. on Thursday at 100,667, according to the COVID Tracking Project. That figure has more than doubled over the past month, while new daily cases are averaging 210,000 and deaths are averaging 1,800 per day, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University. Arizona reported more than 5,000 new COVID-19 cases for the second straight day Friday as the number of available intensive care unit beds fell below 10% statewide. Hospital officials have said the outbreak will exceed hospital capacity this month. The state expects to get enough doses of new coronavirus vaccines by the end of the year to inoculate more than 383,000 health care workers and longterm care facility resi- dents, the state’s health director said Friday. Next in line are teachers and other essential workers, followed by older Arizonans or people otherwise at higher risk of serious cases of COVID-19. Nevada reported 48 new deaths from the coronavirus Thursday, marking the deadliest day since the onset of the pandemic as cases and deaths continued to rise more than a week after new restrictions were implemented on businesses. One hospital was so full it was treating patients in an auxiliary unit in the parking garage. State officials said Friday that they expect to receive 164,000 doses this month. North Carolina reported a record 5,600 new confirmed cases Thursday and 2,100 hospitalizations, as it awaited nearly 85,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine, perhaps as early as Dec. 15. Health care workers at a limited number of mostly large hospitals will be the first in line to receive the vaccine, prioritizing those who are at highest risk of exposure to the virus, officials said. Future doses will be distributed to more hospitals and to local health departments, followed by nursing home staff and residents. Trump orders most American troops to leave Somalia By Robert Burns homeland,” he said. “So they require attention.” Noting that Somalia remains a dangerous place for Americans, he said that a CIA officer was killed there WASHINGTON — The Pentagon recently. said Friday it is pulling most U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin, a Rhode Island troops out of Somalia on President Democrat, criticized the Trump pullDonald Trump’s orders, continuing a back in Somalia as a “surrender to alpost-election push by Trump to shrink Qaida and a gift of China.” Langevin is U.S. involvement in counterterrorism chairman of the House Armed Services missions abroad. Committee’s Intelligence and Emerging Without providing details, the PenThreats and Capabilities Subcommittee. tagon said in a short statement that “When U.S. forces leave Somalia in “a majority” of U.S. troops and assets response to today’s order, it becomes in Somalia will be withdrawn in early harder for diplomats and aid workers 2021. There are currently about 700 to help people resolve conflicts without troops in that Horn of Africa nation, violence and loss of life,” Langevin said. training and advising local forces in an “With upcoming elections in Somalia extended fight against the extremist group al-Shabab, an affiliate of al-Qaida. and conflict raging in neighboring Ethiopia, abandoning our partners could not Trump recently ordered troop drawcome at a worse time.” downs in Afghanistan and Iraq, and he Langevin said China will use the was expected to withdraw some or all troops from Somalia. Gen. Mark Milley, opportunity to build its influence in the Horn of Africa. chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, The Pentagon said the drawdown in had said on Wednesday that the future Somalia does not mark the end of U.S. structure of the U.S. military presence counterterrorism efforts there. in Somalia was still in debate. “As a result of this decision, some The adjusted U.S. presence, Milley forces may be reassigned outside of said, would amount to “a relatively East Africa,” it said. “However, the small footprint, relatively low cost in remaining forces will be repositioned terms of number of personnel and in terms of money.” He provided no specif- from Somalia into neighboring countries in order to allow cross-border ics but stressed that the U.S. remained concerned about the threat posed by al- operations by both U.S. and partner forces to maintain pressure against vioShabab, which he called “an extension lent extremist organizations operating of al-Qaida,” the extremist group that in Somalia.” planned the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on It added: “The U.S. will retain the the United States from Afghanistan. capability to conduct targeted counter“They do have some reach and they terrorism operations in Somalia, and could if left unattended conduct operacollect early warnings and indicators tions against not only U.S. interests regarding threats to the homeland.” in the region but also against the AP National Security Writer Family Nurse Practitioner Damia Hayman has joined the medical professionals at Pleasant Valley Hospital and is welcoming patients at Pleasant Valley Family Healthcare located at 995 Jackson Pike, Suite 102 in Gallipolis, Ohio. “I believe family medicine is the cornerstone of healthcare. 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The county’s auditor’s office discovered that the payments had been sent to a scammer on Wednesday and reported the theft to law enforcement and financial institutions, the Toledo Blade reported. Auditor Anita Lopez called the theft of public funds “sickening,” and told the newspaper that no staff are currently on leave or being investigated. “We are doing everything we can right now to recover the dollars that have been lost,” she said, adding that she takes responsibility for the employee error. �OH-70211250 Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 3 �4 Saturday, December 5, 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing Scoop up our best deals of the season now! F-150 - Up to 11,122 off. Includes 1000 TA Explorer - Up to 10,000 off. Includes 2000 TA Escape - Up to 8,500 starting at $18,999, 35 in stock. Includes 2000 TA Ecosport - Starting at $16,999 Edge - Up to 8,322 off. Includes 2000 TA Expedition - $11,000 off. Includes 2,250 TA Superduty - $4,500 off. 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This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license charges. HOURS MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:00 AM 7:00 PM FRIDAY 9:00 AM 6:00 PM SATURDAY 9:00 AM 5:00 PM CLOSED SUNDAY 1 3 6 0 M AY H E W R O A D JACKSON OH 45640 1-740-286-2191 www.markporterford.com �NEWS Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 5 Photos courtesy of MaryAnn Parsons A total of 692 blow molds are on display for the Christmas season. Christmas At Memorial Health System, now more than ever, patient safety is our top priority. From page 1 visitors to their display near Forked Run Lake each evening from 6-10 p.m., and encourage driving up their long dark driveway to get a better view. “I just love Christmas, and I love being able to share it with others. The lights are visible from the main road, but to really see the display you need to be closer, so I tell everyone to please drive up to the house.” She said she would light the driveway with blow molds, but currently We’ve added additional precautions to minimize risks and keep you safe, including social distancing, face masks, additional sanitation, and telehealth visits whenever possible. There are 101 blow molds in the soldier and candle line at the Parsons’ display. there is no electricity that far from the house. So maybe someday, but in the meantime, a surprise awaits at the end of the lane. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Your health is important, and if you’ve cancelled or rescheduled an appointment with your primary care provider, now is the time to take action. Don’t put your health on hold. Get the care you need with Vœ˜w`i˜Vi�Ì >Ì�ޜս�Li�«ÀœÌiVÌi`° Lorna Hart is a freelance writer for Ohio Valley Publishing. The path leading up to the house is lined with blow molds. OH-70215210 Expect the unexpected. It’s what we do! mhsystem.org/coronavirus Time with family, staying active, doing what you love. We understand how important it is to live your best life, even as times are changing. At Holzer, we strive to help every patient achieve their best health during every stage of life. With more options for care through in-person and virtual visits, we are dedicated to providing you with excellent care, every time. Live Your Best Life with Holzer! Call to schedule with a Holzer Primary Care Provider! OH-70215145 1-855-4HOLZER (1-855-446-5937) www.holzer.org �NEWS 6 Saturday, December 5, 2020 HEAP From page 1 and up to $900 for propane/fuel oil, etc., and up to 8 cylinders of propane. The income guidelines for Regular HEAP and Emergency HEAP are the same. However, Regular HEAP requires the previous 12 months income while the past month income is acceptable for Emergency HEAP. The 12-month period or one month period for the help is determined from date of application making it possible for some with decreased income during these periods to qualify later in the program. Examples of these types of situations could occur from layoff, strike, retirement, disability or death of a spouse or household member and this year changes due to the COVID-19 virus. Documentation verifying ALL household income must be provided when applying for E-HEAP or Regular HEAP. Also a copy of the applicant’s most recent gas/ electric bill is required. It is also required that you provide social security cards, for all household members. You will also be asked for proof of landlord, including address and phone number. If the grandparents have custody of the children in the home, we will need the custody papers also. The following income levels by household size should be used to determine eligibility. These income guidelines represent the 175% calculation and are revised annually. Allowable annual income for a one person household is $22,300; two people, $30,170; three people, $38,010; four people, $45,850; five people, $53,69; six people, $61,530; seven people, $69,370; eight people, $77,210. Households with more than eight members should add an additional $7,840 per member to the yearly income. Both Emergency HEAP and Regular HEAP applications will be completed at our new main office, located at 1176 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis. Required Documents: · Proof of Gross Income for Everyone in the Household for the Past 3 months o Wages: Weekly – Last 4 paystubs/ Biweekly – last 2 paystubs o Utility Allowance/Lease o SS/SSI/SSD – Bank Statement or Current Award Letter o PERS/VA/SERS/PENSION – Copy of Current Award Letter o OWF/TANF/DA- Print Out of the Last 3 Months or Bank Statement o Child Support received or paid out, (documented proof for the last month) · Social Security Cards for Everyone in the Household · Current Heating Bill or Statement (Columbia Gas/Knox, Propane, Fuel Oil, Coal, or Wood) · Current Electric Bill (AEP or Buckeye) · If you pay out of pocket for HEALTH INSURANCE, documented proof for 3 months o Aflac, AARP, Blue Cross Blue Shield, etc. · Medicaid Card or Case Number (if applicable) · Landlords Name, Address, and Phone Number (if renting) For appointment call 1-740444-4371 Important changes for receiving assistance for winter e-HEAP: 1. We will not be having face to face interviews; all will be by telephone calls at your time of appointment. 2. We will have three drop boxes for your convenience to drop off all documentations before the day of your appointment. these boxes are located at: 1139 Powell St., Middleport; 8010 State Route 7, Cheshire; and 1176 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis. 3. We will have six walk-ins per day, however, upon entering the office, masks are required and only two clients can be in the office at one time while we are practicing social distancing. We will accept your paper work and contact you before the end of the day. We apologize for any inconvenience that the virus has caused. We are doing everything we can to make sure that you and our staff is protected. Ohio Valley Publishing MEIGS HEALTH MATTERS Dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning As winter begins to unleash the cold temperatures on our area, we are reminded of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning cases seem to rise in the colder months due to improperly vented heating sources and allowing a vehicle to warm up in the garage. According to the Centers for Disease Control on average, in the United States, roughly 50,000 people visit the emergency department yearly for CO poisoning and an approximate 430 people die from CO poisoning during the same period. Carbon monoxide is created when fuels such as natural gas, propane, kerosene, wood, coal, and gasoline burn incompletely. The fumes released warm up their vehicle during this process are in a garage even with odorless and colorless the garage doors open. making carbon monoxThese fumes can leak ide even more dangerinto the car and home ous because you don’t causing poisoning. CO know it is in the air. poisoning is also seen Many of these fuels during winter storms are used throughout Brody when power is lost and the year in homes for Davis cooking, and heating. Contributing generators are used as a power source in a garage If there is an issue columnist or within 20 feet of an with the appliances open door or window. such as stoves, furnacCommon symptoms of CO es, and water heaters they can release CO causing poisoning poisoning include headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, to the people and animals in vomiting, chest pain, and the home. Improper cleaning confusion. Individuals who of vents, flues and chimneys can also cause CO to build up are sleeping or who have been consuming alcohol can in a building causing poisondie from carbon monoxide ing. poisoning before ever having Gas powered engines will also release carbon monoxide symptoms. The best ways to avoid so it is vital that families not carbon monoxide poisoning in your home is to properly maintain appliances and heating sources along with not running motors inside. Since carbon monoxide is colorless and odorless it is vital to have a working carbon monoxide detector. These detectors should be battery powered or have a battery backup and should be checked every six months just like a smoke detector. For more information on carbon monoxide poison you can visit the Centers for Disease Control website at www. cdc.gov/nceh/features/copoisoning/. Brody Davis is the Emergency Response Coordinator and Public Information Officer at the Meigs County Health Department. Elf hunting returns with drive-thru event Doubles as canned-food drive By Kayla (Hawthorne) Dunham khawthorne@aimmediamidwest.com POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — The annual “Elf Hunt” will return this year to the West Virginia State Farm Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 15. The Elf Hunt is organized by the LifeSpring Community Church and will be revised this year to be a drive-thru event only. On Dec. 15, participants can arrive at the farm museum anytime between 6-8 p.m. to look for “mischievous” elves who could be dancing, flipping around, climbing trees or just being silly, according to church member Claire Cottrill. LifeSpring Community Church Pastor Jordan Decker said in traditional years, there would be refreshments, stories and crafts in one of the buildings at the museum, but this year, participants must remain in their vehicles. Cottrill recommended bringing flashlights to look for the elves around the displays and throughout the museum grounds. In the past, organizers said children in elementary school OVP File Photo The annual “Elf Hunt” will return this year to the West Virginia State Farm Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 15. Pictured is the farm musem lit up in a previous year during its annual Christmas light show. Also pictured, the “wishing well” and Mothman in the distance. and younger tend to “enjoy the magic the most,” but all ages are welcome. “That brings the kids a lot of joy to be able to find their own elf and see what kind of things they’re doing when they think nobody is looking,” Cottrill said. The event is free, but Decker said participants can bring a canned food item to donate to the Point Pleasant Volunteer Fire Department. There will be a contact-less drop-off for the canned items and they will be used for the fire department’s Christmas baskets given to families in need. “We are in a season in the church called ‘advent’ and it’s about waiting and hope and expectations,” Decker said. “At the end of 2020, which has turned out to be not at all what we probably expected, this is a way for us to share hope and maybe a little bit of joy at the end of this year in Jesus’s name.” © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Kayla (Hawthorne) Dunham is a staff writer for Ohio Valley Publishing. Reach her at (304) 675-1333, ext. 1992. Ohio House approves school funding plan COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Ohio House approved a bipartisan proposal to overhaul the state’s unconstitutional school funding system on Thursday, though it’s uncertain whether the plan will get a vote this month in the Republican-led Senate as some lawmakers question the accuracy and feasibility of the eventual price tag — an estimated $2 billion annually. Lawmakers championing the proposal for a more equitable funding distribution have pushed for action before year’s end, when several of them leave office because of term limits and the legislative process restarts with the next General Assembly. But the Republican who leads the Senate Finance Committee, Sen. Matt Dolan of Chagrin Falls, has indicated he thinks the changes will take more time to fully evaluate and should be considered during next year’s state budget process. Outgoing Democratic Rep. John Patterson, a former teacher from Jefferson who has spent years working toward a school funding fix, urged his colleagues not to wait and to consider it a first step toward that budget. “If this plan is transparent, and it is, if it’s predictable, and it is, and if it’s sustainable, and it is, this is the time,” Patterson said shortly before the plan cleared the GOP-led House with broad bipartisan support. The proposal, built on several years of discussions with schools and other stakeholders, would take into account a base cost of educating a typical student, as well as a community’s ability to help fund its schools, factoring in not just property values but also local income levels. Among other changes, it would eliminate funding caps and guarantees that affect a majority of Ohio’s 600-plus districts; direct more money for economically disadvantaged students; and route public charter school funding directly from the state rather than through local districts. It would be phased in over six years. Supporters say the plan would address many problems with the complicated funding patchwork that has evolved since Ohio’s formula was found unconstitutional in 1997. For more than two decades since then, under both Democratic and Republican administrations, the state has avoided its constitutional responsibility to provide an adequate education, said Rep. Fred Strahorn, a veteran Democratic lawmaker from Dayton who noted his own embarrassment about that. “This was never about the money,” Strahorn told fellow House members Thursday. “This was always about us not having the political will to do what was right for our children.” Teachers unions and groups representing school boards, administrators and school finance and operations officials urged legislators to support the plan. Backers say the proposed framework mostly steers clear of specific funding appropriations and would allow each General Assembly to determine how much money to put toward education. That’s been a point of concern as the state slashed school funding to balance its budget this year and faces the possibility of more belt-tightening as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Senate approves bill making Juneteenth paid Ohio holiday COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Juneteenth, the day marking the official end of slavery in the United States, would become an official paid state holiday in Ohio under legislation approved by the Ohio Senate. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when slaves in Galveston, Texas, were told they were free. Multiple states including Ohio recognize the day but it’s only a paid holiday in Texas. Ohioans need a time to reflect on Juneteenth, said co-sponsor Sen. Andrew Brenner, a Republican from suburban Columbus. “We owe it to future generations to remind them that we were once a nation deeply divided, and landmark the moments where we began to come together as one,” Brenner said. Declaring Juneteeth a paid state holiday would allow Ohioans to celebrate everyone’s independence, said co-sponsor Sen. Hearcel Craig, a Columbus Democrat. �NEWS Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 7 Home Care and Hospice Month observed GALLIPOLIS — In recognition of Home Care and Hospice Month in November, proclamations were held at local county commissioner’s offices. According to a news release from Holzer Health System, these proclamations include: Home Care/Hospice services provide high quality and compassionate health care services to more than 5 million Americans annually, especially in times of community or personal health care crisis; 90 percent of Americans want to age in place, and Home Care is the preferred method of health care delivery among the disabled, elderly, and chronically ill individuals eager to live independently in their own homes as long as they possibly can; Home Care/Hospice services allows families to stay together, and provide for greater health, dignity and comfort in our communities; Home Care and Hospice in the U.S. is a growing alternative to hospitalization or other institution-based forms of health care for acute and chronic illnesses, providing care to millions of Americans each year; and Two million everyday heroes – including nurses, therapists, and aides – traveled billion miles to deliver care and worked tirelessly to provide professional support to millions of Americans in need of quality health services; These dedicated professionals and volunteers form a support network that continues to play a vital role in health care delivery for our nation’s disabled, infirm, and aging population; The National Association for Home Care & Hospice, and thousands of home care agencies across the U.S. have declared the month of November as National Home Care & Hospice Month and are calling on all Americans to observe these occasions with appropriate ceremonies and activities; During November, the home care and hospice community honored the millions of nurses, home care aides, therapists, and social workers who make a remarkable difference for the patients and families they serve. These heroic caregivers play a central role in our health care system and in homes across the nation. According to the news release, “Holzer has been providing home health services for more than 30 years, consistently receiving high marks for quality care and patient satisfaction. Trust Holzer Home Care to provide you with quality, compassionate home care services including skilled nursing care, aide services, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. Holzer Home Care provides services in Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, and Vinton counties in Ohio and Mason County, West Virginia. “Holzer Hospice is a licensed, certified hospital program, overseen by a physician, offering pain and symptom relief, and emotional and spiritual support for patients who have a serious illness, when full recovery is not possible. Hospice offers needed caring and compassion, personal in-home assistance, bereavement counseling, and medical supportive care. It can make the difference between a painful, difficult time, and a time of personal comfort, needed care, and an understanding friend. Holzer Holzer | Courtesy Pictured are Gallia County Commissioners Brent Saunders, Harold Montgomery and David Smith with a representative from Holzer Home Care staff. The commissioners signed a proclamatino observing Home Care and Hospice Month. Hospice serves patients with a life-limiting illness, regardless of ability to pay in Athens, Vinton, Gallia, Jackson, and Meigs Counties in Ohio.” Holzer Hospice services include: Regular consultations with attending physicians and the Hospice Medical Director to ensure each patient with quality, comfort care; Evaluation by registered nurses for symp- tom management; Home Health Aides provide personal care, homemaker services, and respite for the caregiver; Licensed Social Workers provide assistance with emotional support, counseling, and assistance with community resources; Trained volunteers assist with errands, household tasks, companionship for patient or caregiver, and/or respite for the caregiver; Bereavement or aftercare services to provide emotional support and grief education for families up to 13 months after being bereaved; Spiritual support provided by our hospice Chaplain and volunteers. For more information on Holzer Home Care, and Hospice Services, call 1-855-4-HOLZER. Information submitted by Holzer Health System. Ohio to get nearly 100K doses of virus vaccine as cases rise COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio will receive close to 100,000 doses of the coronavirus vaccine by mid-December, Gov. Mike DeWine announced during a briefing Thursday. The brief but promising details provided the first look at what vaccine distribution will look like in Ohio as the number of cases, deaths and hospitalizations continue to rise at staggering rates. The Pfizer doses require two for each person taking the vaccine, meaning the initial distribution will only impact around 49,000 Ohioans. Also Thursday, DeWine made good on earlier threats and vetoed a bill that would restrict the state Health Department’s abilities to issue public health orders during emergencies. The governor said he would provide further details about the state’s vaccine plan Friday but did disclose the partnership the state will have with CVS and Walgreens pharmacies to provide the vaccine to nursing home patients and staff. “This is a huge, logistical operation made particularly more challenging by the necessity of keeping the vaccine super cold,” DeWine said during the briefing. “We’re going to report the best we can about the progress. We’ll be transparent.” The encouraging announcement comes as more than 5,000 Ohioans are in the hospital with COVID-19 symptoms as of Thursday, with more than 1,200 of those patients in ICUs. But while the news will prove to be a light at the end of the tunnel for many, doctors warned residents not to let their guards down. “This not the beginning of the end. This is not even the end of the beginning,” Dr. Andrew Thomas, the chief clinical officer at Ohio State University and a top coronavirus adviser to DeWine, said. “We’re just heading into what the CDC director has described as the most challenging three months of the pandemic.” Health care workers are just starting to see the impact of the Thanksgiving holiday’s spread of the virus, Thomas added. The bill vetoed Thursday by DeWine would allow the Legislature to adopt resolutions to rescind Health Department orders to prevent the spread of contagious diseases. It would also prevent the Health Department from implementing regional or statewide quarantines for people who haven’t been directly exposed or diagnosed with the disease. DeWine said the bill would hamstring the state from responding quickly to situations that might require a quarantine, such as a bioterrorism attack. “Based on the advice from doctors, nurses, and scientists, I agree that this legislation is not in the interest of public health and the protection of the people of Ohio,” the governor said. As recently as Wednesday, Republican Senate President Larry Obhof threatened a veto override as soon as this week. But he stepped back from that position Thursday, saying he hopes to work out a compromise with DeWine that might include, for example, removing criminal penalties as punishment for violating a public health order. Obhof said all sides are focused on keeping people safe and healthy and having rules to enable that. “But I think there’s a significant portion of the Legislature and the general population that believes that government shouldn’t have the ability to say you have to stay in your house and if you don’t, it’s a crime,” Obhof said. Courtesy photo Carleton School’s Transition Classroom delivers the donations gathered during their October food/supply drive for the Meigs County Canine Rescue and Adoption Center. Pictured are Ben Stairs, Instructor, Delani Cummins, Assistant Dog Warden, and Wyatt Shope, Student Volunteer. Carleton School donates to dog shelter SYRACUSE — Carleton School has been partnering with the Meigs County Canine Rescue and Adoption Center for the past couple of years to provide opportunities to participate in volunteer job experience and vocational skill training in the community for the transition age students. Dog Warden Colleen MurphySmith and her staff have been a great encouragement to the students and allow them to interact with the friendly dogs and puppies. One young man at Carleton who has participated in this activity was asked, “Do you look forward to going to the Dog Shelter?” His responses was “Yes.” “What do you like to do there?” He replied, “I like mopping the floors, and cleaning windows, and looking at the dog.” “Do you like to pet them?” He replied that he did. He enjoys completing these tasks as independently as possible. “I like to do it myself.” Carleton School recently held a food/dona- tion drive to benefit the center. Covid-19 has impacted us all in ways we could not foresee, but it has only magnified the importance of reaching out and getting your focus off yourself and on the needs of others. Information provided by Carleton School. W.Va. police officer dies 2 days after being shot CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A West Virginia police officer has died two days after being shot by a suspect while responding to a parking complaint. The city of Charleston announced officer Cassie Johnson’s death in a news release Thursday. Johnson, 28, joined the city as a humane officer in October 2017 and was sworn in as a patrol officer in January 2019. “Cassie was an exemplary police officer. She embodied everything that the Charleston Police Department is and strives to be — courageous, compassionate and selfless for the citizens of the city that she loved,” Police Chief Tyke Hunt said in the statement. “Her legacy will live on in the officers and the citizens that she touched and inspired everyday.” City flags were ordered lowered to half-staff. “We are heartbroken at the loss of Cassie,” Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin said. “She was always willing to lend an extra hand, going above and beyond in every situation. The City of Charleston is a safer, more vibrant place because of Cassie and we are grateful for her service.” Joshua M. Phillips, 38, of Charleston, is accused of shooting Johnson, Kanawha County Sheriff Mike Rutherford said. Phillips also was wounded on Tuesday and was taken into custody a short distance away. He remained hospitalized. No charges were immediately filed. According to a criminal complaint, Phillips had been free on bond from a January 2020 weapon-related arrest, news outlets reported. Tributes to Johnson poured in from state officials. “I know our entire home state feels the loss of a first responder – those who are selflessly willing to put themselves in harm’s way to protect and serve our communities,” U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin said. U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said on the Senate floor that everyone should recognize the sacrifices that police officers make. �NEWS 8 Saturday, December 5, 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing Tree From page 1 part of lighting the city’s Christmas tree, though understandably, this year feels different as it does for many. When Billings talks about his mother, the late Eva Armantrout, he has many fond members and stories. He can recall sitting shotgun alongside her as a child, as she drove he and his two siblings from their home in West Virginia to Anaheim, California in 1965 for an employment opportunity. Billings said it was his job to read the maps and freely admits to taking some wrong turns on that road trip. 2020 is a year which has taken many “turns,” including, for Billings and his family, the unexpected loss of his mother to COVID-19 on Nov 18. Though his personal loss is uniquely his own, Billings stressed his loss is not singular and there are many others out there in that same, sudden, unwanted club of empty chairs at the dinner table. “We have decided to dedicate the city Christmas tree ‘in memory’ of all who have passed away from this terrible COVID-19 virus,” Billings said. “After the passing of my mother and then a dear, family friend two days later, Denise Scarberry, I wanted to do something to keep the memories of those we have lost in the city alive. There are others in the county who have lost their lives to this terrible virus as well and we will not forget them either. But let’s also remember those who are suffering at this time with this virus. I praise God for those who have had this terrible virus and have recovered. Those who have lost loved ones are hurting and need our support, this is one way to remember those who have left us.” Billings shared his story with Ohio Valley Publishing, Cases From page 1 education portion. Meigs Local School District reported additional COVID-19 cases in the district in a letter posted to the district website this week. “We are providing you notice that a Meigs Local employee and Meigs Middle School staff member, student(s), or service provider have either tested positive for COVID-19 or have been placed in quarantine due to direct contact with someone who has tested positive for the virus,” wrote Supt. Scot Gheen in the letter. According to the district’s COVID-19 case dashboard, to date, Meigs has reported three faculty/staff cases, four in-person student cases, and two remote learning student cases. Gallipolis City School District Supt. Craig Wright, in a letter posted to the district Facebook page, stated that “a student or staff member at Washington Elementary has tested positive fro COVID-19.” Wright added that students should report to school as normal unless notified otherwise. River Valley Middle School will reportedly join River Valley High School in moving to remote learning until Christmas break. Students are currently set to return at both schools on Jan. 4. Given Meigs County’s “red” color code and rise in COVID cases, Eastern Local School District is moving back to the cohort model of learning for the next two weeks with students divided into two groups with Beth Sergent | OVP The City of Point Pleasant’s official Christmas tree, at left, towers above Gunn Park and has been dedicated to the memory of those who have lost their lives or been affected by COVID-19. saying his mother was admitted to a hospital on a Sunday, transported to another facility and then flown to Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, W.Va. on Tuesday. By Wednesday, she had passed away. Billings remarked, he’s still stunned at how quickly it all happened. Like so many others who have lost a loved one to COVID-19, once his mother went into the hospital, due to safety protocols, no one could visit her. The night she was flown to Morgantown, Billings and his wife Shirley, sat in the parking lot of the hospital, waiting for the helicopter. Billings said he wanted to get a “glimpse” of his mother and wanted her to know she wasn’t alone. “I tried everything in my power to let her know she was not alone,” Billings said. The couple never saw the helicopter land but once in Morgantown, Billings said the staff stopped in to tell his mother, by that time unconscious, he had called. Then, on the last day of her life, staff made sure to lay the phone receiver by his mother’s ear while he talked to her and he believes, though he has no proof, only faith, that she heard him. An hour later, she was gone. “They’re not a number, they’re human beings, there’s emotions tied to this…you can’t tie yourself to a number but you can tie yourself to a loved one or close friend that passed,” Billings said about those who have died from COVID-19 and those left behind. “In my opinion, we’ve got to get away from this (just FREE COVID-19 TESTING COVID-19 testing for the area has been expanded. The cost is free, with testing sites in Mason County, W.Va., however, you do not need to be a Mason County resident to get tested. Testing is done by the Mason County Health Department with assistance from Mason County Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Please remember to stay in your vehicle and have a face covering on. Updated schedule is as follows: Dec. 7, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Mason County Health Department (annex parking lot), 5th and Viand streets, Point Pleasant; Dec. 8, 10 a.m. - noon, Point Pleasant Junior/Senior High School; Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to noon, New Haven Community Center, Layne St., New Haven; Dec. 10, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Mason County Health Department (annex parking lot), 5th and Viand streets, Point Pleasant; Dec. 11, noon to 4 p.m., Leon Town Hall (parking lot), Main St., Leon. each attending in person two days per week. The district will also be total remote learning for the week following Christmas break. Meigs Local continues with remote learning through Dec. 11, with the board to evaluate the currently set Dec. 14 return to in-person learning at the next board meeting on Dec. 9. Meigs Local is scheduled to have in-person learning Dec. 14-16, and then have remote learning for the week following Christmas break. Here’s a closer look at coronavirus cases across our area: Gallia County ODH and Gallia County Health Department, reported a total of 978 total cases of COVID-19 (since March) in Gallia County as part of Friday’s updates. This is an increase of 22 since Thursday. ODH also lists 15 deaths. ODH reported a total of 69 hospitalizations and 543 presumed recovered individuals (27 new) as of Friday. Age ranges for the 978 total cases reported by ODH on Thursday are as follows: 0-19 — 127 cases (8 new cases) 20-29 — 170 cases (3 new cases, 2 hospitalizations) 30-39 — 132 cases (1 new case, 2 hospitalizations) 40-49 — 153 cases (7 new cases, 2 hospitalizations) 50-59 — 128 cases (1 new case, 1 new hospitalization, 6 total hospitalizations) 60-69 — 131 cases (1 new case, 1 new hospitalization, 14 total hospitalizations, 2 deaths) 70-79 — 90 cases (1 new case, 20 hospitalizations, 6 deaths) 80-plus — 47 cases (23 hospitalizations, 7 deaths) Gallia County is currently “Orange” on the Ohio Public Health Advisory System map after meeting two of the seven indicators last week. Meigs County The Meigs County Health Department reported 12 additional confirmed cases of looking at statistics) because that’s all I see anymore…the numbers change and change but there’s more to this than totaling up numbers each day and sometimes we forgot that these people are loved ones we’ve lost. ” The memorial wreath, which sits at the base of the city’s Christmas tree, has a message attached to it which reads, “This tree will be in memory of those who have lost their lives or have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Remembering those we care about during the coronavirus pandemic and those loved ones we lost. We will never forget.” The city tree, as well as the trees which are part of the Light of Christmas project to benefit Mason County Toys for Kids, are currently illuminating COVID-19 in Meigs County, according to a news release from the Meigs County Health Department on Friday. Three new hospitalizations were reported in the county, two in the 60-69 age range and one in the 70-79 age range. The health department reported 23 additional recovered cases, bringing the recovered case total to 387. The cases bring Meigs County to 166 active cases, and 564 total cases (520 confirmed, 44 probable) since April. Age ranges for the 564 Meigs County cases, as of Thursday, are as follows: 0-9 — 20 cases (3 new cases) 10-19 — 48 cases 20-29 — 83 cases (1 new case, 1 hospitalization) 30-39 — 69 cases (1 new case, 2 hospitalizations) 40-49 — 83 cases (2 new cases, 1 hospitalization) 50-59 — 86 cases (1 new case, 2 hospitalizations) 60-69 — 72 cases (1 new case, 2 new hospitalizations, 8 total hospitalizations) 70-79 — 52 cases (3 new cases, 1 new hospitalization, 11 total hospitalizations, 3 deaths) 80-89 — 31 cases (7 hospitalizations, 5 deaths) 90-99 — 16 cases (5 hospitalizations, 3 deaths) 100-109 — 1 case (1 hospitalization) There have been a total of 387 recovered cases, 38 hospitalizations and 11 deaths confirmed by the health department as of Friday. There have been seven positive antibody tests in Meigs County. Anti- all of Gunn Park on 4th Street. The trees are easily viewed from a vehicle but if walking in the park, follow the posted safety guidelines which include wearing a face covering at all times, avoid touching surfaces, social distancing and stay home if you are ill. The memorial wreath was made by Girlfriends and Sister Chics from Lavalette, W.Va. The live Christmas tree was donated by Mason County Circuit Clerk, and former councilwoman, Elizabeth Jones. Street department employees helped retrieve and decorate the tree. The mayor and city officials recognized them all for their efforts. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Beth Sergent is editor of Ohio Valley Publishing. body tests check your blood by looking for antibodies, which may tell you if you had a past infection with the virus that causes COVID-19. For more data and information on the cases in Meigs County visit https://www.meigshealth.com/covid-19/ . Meigs County is currently “Red” on the Ohio Public Health Advisory System after meeting four of the seven indicators last week. Mason County The Mason County Health Department announced a total of 593 cases on Friday, 31 more than Thursday. Of those, 258 are active and 336 are recovered. There are currently 13 hospitalized cases. There have been a total of nine deaths in Mason County due to COVID-19. DHHR reported 580 total cases (since March) for Mason County in the 10 a.m. update on Friday, 22 more than Thursday. Of those, 565 are confirmed cases and 15 are probable cases. According to DHHR, the age ranges for the 580 COVID-19 cases DHHR is reporting in Mason County are as follows: 0-9 — 8 cases 10-19 — 43 cases (1 new confirmed case) 20-29 — 76 cases (plus 2 probable cases, 2 new confirmed case) 30-39 — 62 cases (plus 5 probable cases, 4 new confirmed cases) 40-49 — 94 cases (plus 6 probable cases (1 new), 4 new confirmed cases) 50-59 — 99 cases (plus 2 probable cases (1 new), 2 deaths, 4 new confirmed cases) 60-69 — 81 cases (1 death, 3 new confirmed cases) 70+ — 102 cases (5 deaths, 2 new confirmed cases) Mason County continues to be listed as “Red” on the West Virginia County Alert System map and WVDE map. Mason County’s latest infection rate is 80.81, with a 9.10 percent positivity rate. Surrounding counties are gold and orange. Ohio The Ohio Department of Health reported a 24-hour change of 10,114 new cases on Friday (21day average of 8,306). There were 129 new deaths (21-day average of 56), 392 new hospitalizations (21-day average of 325) and 33 new ICU admissions (21-day average of 33) reported in the previous 24 hours, according to Friday’s update. West Virginia As of the 10 a.m. update on Friday, DHHR is reporting a total of 52,172 cases with 799 deaths. There was an increase of 1,147 cases from Thursday and 10 new deaths. DHHR reports a total of 1,180,491 lab test have been completed, with a 3.76 cumulative percent positivity rate. The daily positivity rate in the state was 5.37 percent. Kayla (Hawthorne) Dunham, Sarah Hawley and Beth Sergent contributed to this story. (Editor’s Note: Statistics reported in this article are tentative and subject to change. This was the information available at press time with more to be added as it becomes available.) © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. �NEWS Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 9 TODAY IN HISTORY presidential election. In 2002, Strom ThurToday is Saturday, Dec. mond, the oldest and 5, the 340th day of 2020. (until Robert Byrd overtook him) longest-serving There are 26 days left in senator in history, celthe year. ebrated his 100th birthToday’s Highlight in History day on Capitol Hill. (In toasting the South CaroOn Dec. 5, 2013, Nellina lawmaker, Senate son Mandela, the antiRepublican leader Trent apartheid leader who Lott seemed to express became South Africa’s first Black president, died nostalgia for Thurmond’s segregationist past; the at age 95. resulting political firestorm prompted Lott to On this date resign his leadership posiIn 1791, composer tion.) Wolfgang Amadeus In 2008, the Labor Mozart died in Vienna, Department reported that Austria, at age 35. In 1792, George Wash- an alarming half-million jobs had vanished in Nov. ington was re-elected 2008 as unemployment president; John Adams was re-elected vice presi- hit a 15-year high of 6.7 percent. A judge in Las dent. Vegas sentenced O.J. In 1848, President Simpson to 33 years in James K. Polk triggered prison (with eligibility for the Gold Rush of ’49 by confirming that gold had parole after nine) for an armed robbery at a hotel been discovered in Caliroom. (Simpson was fornia. In 1932, German physi- released to parole on Oct. 1, 2017.) cist Albert Einstein was In 2009, a jury in granted a visa, making it possible for him to travel Perugia, Italy convicted American student Amanto the United States. da Knox and her former In 1933, national ProItalian boyfriend, Raffaele hibition came to an end as Utah became the 36th Sollecito, of murdering Knox’s British roommate, state to ratify the 21st Meredith Kercher, and Amendment to the Consentenced them to long stitution, repealing the prison terms. (After a 18th Amendment. series of back-and-forth In 1952, the Great Smog of London descend- rulings, Knox and Soled on the British capital; lecito were definitively acquitted in 2015 by the unusually thick fog, Italy’s highest court.) A which contained toxic nightclub blaze in Perm, pollutants, lasted five Russia, killed more than days and was blamed 150 people. for causing thousands of In 2018, former Presideaths. dent George H.W. Bush In 1977, Egypt broke diplomatic relations with was mourned at a memoSyria, Libya, Algeria, Iraq rial service at Washington National Cathedral and South Yemen in the wake of criticism that fol- attended by President Donald Trump and forlowed President Anwar Sadat’s peace overtures to mer Presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Israel. In 1998, James P. Hoffa Jimmy Carter along with their spouses; former claimed the Teamsters presidency after challeng- president George W. Bush er Tom Leedham conced- was among the speakers, eulogizing his dad as “the ed defeat in the union’s The Associated Press WINCHESTER BROWNING S&W RUGER brightest of a thousand points of light.” Ten years ago: On the eve of talks with six world powers, Iran announced that it had produced its first batch of locally mined uranium ore for enrichment. The Kennedy Center Honors paid tribute to Paul McCartney, Oprah Winfrey, Merle Haggard, Broadway composer Jerry Herman and dancer Bill T. Jones. Serbia celebrated its first Davis Cup title, becoming only the second unseeded nation to win the trophy when Viktor Troicki beat Michael Llodra 6-2, 6-2, 6-3 to complete a 3-2 comeback win over France. Football playerturned-sportscaster Don Meredith, 72, died in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Five years ago: In the wake of a commandostyle shooting rampage by a Muslim extremist couple in Southern California that left 14 people dead, The New York Times called for more gun regulation in its first Page 1 editorial in 95 years; Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. urged students, staff and faculty at his Christian school to get a permit to carry a concealed weapon on campus to counter any copycat attack. A rare pressing of the Beatles’ White Album from Ringo Starr’s record collection sold at auction in New York for $790,000. One year ago: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced that she had asked the relevant House committee chairs to begin drawing up articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, saying his actions left them “no choice” but to act swiftly; in response, Trump tweeted that Democrats had “gone crazy.’’ Four people, REMINGTON MILITARY including a UPS driver, were killed after robbers stole the driver’s truck and led police on a chase that ended in gunfire at a crowded intersection in Miramar, Florida; the two robbers also died along with a motorist who had been waiting at the intersection when officers ran up and opened fire. In a longanticipated safety report, ride-sharing giant Uber said more than 3,000 sexual assaults had been reported during its U.S. rides in 2018, including 235 rapes. Today’s Birthdays: Author Joan Didion is 86. Author Calvin Trillin is 85. Actor Jeroen Krabbe is 76. Opera singer Jose Carreras is 74. Pop singer Jim Messina is 73. College Football Hall of Famer and former NFL quarterback Jim Plunkett is 73. World Golf Hall of Famer Lanny Wadkins is 71. Actor Morgan Brittany is 69. Actor Brian Backer is 64. Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Art Monk is 63. Country singer Ty England is 57. Rock singermusician John Rzeznik (The Goo Goo Dolls) is 55. Country singer Gary Allan is 53. Comedianactor Margaret Cho is 52. Writer-director Morgan J. Freeman is 51. Actor Alex Kapp Horner is 51. Actor Kali Rocha is 49. Rock musician Regina Zernay (Cowboy Mouth) is 48. Actor Paula Patton is 45. Actor Amy Acker is 44. Actor Nick Stahl is 41. Actor Adan Canto is 39. Rhythm-and-blues singer Keri Hilson is 38. Actor Gabriel Luna is 38. Actor Frankie Muniz is 35. Actor Ross Bagley is 32. Milwaukee Brewers All-Star outfielder Christian Yelich is 29. GUN AUCTION THE FOLLOWING GUN COLLECTION BELONGING TO THE ESTATE OF BARBARA GENE CLELAND GHEEN, CASE # 20201094, MEIGS COUNTY, OHIO, EXECUTOR DANIEL E. 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VERONA 31SA 9MM '^'�'^'ͳϱ�ϮϮ>Z MITCHELL PPS/50 22LR CENTURY ARMS C93 SPORTER 5.56 BLACK POWDER 1861 REPLICA REV 44CAL NAVY ARMS ROLLING BLOCK 357MAG BLACK POWDER 1861 REPLICA REV 36CAL H&R SPORTSMAN REV 22LR LEINAD PEPPERBOX REV 45/22 IVER JOHNSON SAFETY HAMMER REV 38CAL W/BOX COBRA CLB38 38SPC H&R ANTIQUE REV 38SPC LUGER STOEGER 22CAL EIG ANTIQUE 22SHORT RUSSIAN 38R REV 7.62 S&W LEMON SQUEEZER REV 32S&W MAUSER 1VEST WTP 25ACP RARE FOREHAND ANTIQUE REV 32S&W MAUSER 1934 NAZI MARK 32ACP H&R SAFETY HAMMER REV 32S&W 82. FLARE GUN 11 S&W US 1917 REV 45 H&R TIP UP REV 22LR H&R 732 REV 22LR IMP PHP 9MM DEUTSCHE WERKE ORTGIES 7.65 RUSSIAN TTC ROMANIAN 7.62 X 23 HI STANDARD W9 REV 22LR HI STANDARD SENTINEL REV 22LR J. STEVENS 1920 TARGET 22LR RARE WEBLEY MKIV REV 38 SAV 1907 32ACP W W MARSTON 1854 B/P 36CAL H&R HUNTER 10” REV 22LR JENKS ANTIQUE CAP&BALL 36CAL MASON, W.Va. — A ceremony remembering Pearl Harbor will be held Monday at the levee of the Stewart-Johnson V.F.W./Lottie Jenks Memorial Park in Mason. Set to begin at noon, the service will be held by members of the Stewart-Johnson V.F.W. Post 9926 of Mason and the Smith-Capehart American Legion Post 140 of New Haven. As is tradition, a patriotic red, white and blue wreath will be tossed into the Ohio River. This is done to remember those who lost their lives in the Pearl Harbor attack. The public is urged to attend the brief ceremony. December 7 will mark the 79th anniversary of when the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service launched a surprise attack against the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. More than 2,400 Americans were killed, many others were injured, battleships were sunk, and aircraft destroyed. It also marked the beginning of World War II. On Aug. 23, 1994, the U.S. Congress designated December 7 as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. American flags should be flown at half-staff until sunset to honor those who lost their lives. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Mindy Kearns is a freelance writer for Ohio Valley Publishing, email her a mindykearns1@hotmail.com. LOCAL BRIEF COVID-19 related supplies MORGAN TWP. — Morgan Township will be passing out COVID-19 supplies to Morgan Township residents on Dec. 12, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Morgan Township Building. Those passing out the supplies will be wearing mask and make this as safe as possible. Social distancing (six feet apart) will be practiced. Each family will need to sign and must have their ID to pick up the items (one bag per family). “Open House Dec 6 from 2p-4p or by Appointment” LOCATION: 79 PIERCE MATHER CEMETERY RD. JACKSON, OH 45640. TAKE US 35 WEST FROM JACKSON, OH ABOUT 3 MILES TO CR 84 EXIT. SIGNS POSTED. BOOT HILL GUN CLUB. WIN 1895 30/06 NIB ^�s�ϮϰͳW��KD�K�ϮϮ>ZͬϰϭϬ PUMA 92 454 RUGER M77 30/06 WIN 9422M 22MAG CUSTOM U9 264MAG CZ 452 SCOUT 22LR ITHACA 37 12GA MARLIN JM GOLDEN 39 AS 22LR WIN 70 30/06 TAYLOR UBERTI ROLLING BLOCK 45/70 RUGER 10/22 SS 22LR ITHACA DEER SLAYER 12GA IMC 1978 22LR RUGER RANCH 223 SAV 24V COMBO 20/222 REM 8A 35REM MARLIN 9 9MM BRN BLR 308 SAV SPORTER 25/20 STANDARD ARMS G DELUXE 35 RARE WIN 67 22LR MARLIN 25M 22MAG J. STEVENS VISIBLE LOADER 22LR ^d�s�E^�ϮϰϮͳ��Kͬh�� 410/410 RARE RUGER RANCH 223 RUGER CARBINE 9MM HENRY LEVER 22LR PEDERSOLI ROLLING BLOCK 45/70 SAV 10 NRA TARGET 22LR SAV 93R17 17HMR WIN 60A 22LR CHIPMUNK 17 17HMR REM 572 LT RARE 22LR HARTFORD LEVER 357 MARLIN 50 22LR RARE SAV 6A 22LR MARLIN 97 22LR LAKEFIELD 64B 22LR WIN BUFFALO BILL 30/30 REM 788 243 TRI STAR O/U 12GA J. STEVENS DROP BLOCK 25 RF SAV 170 30/06 REM 514 YOUTH 22LR RARE H&R CARBINE 45COLT THOMPSON 22 CLASSIC 22LR WIN 74 22LR ITHACA DEER SLAYER 12GA TRI STAR SHARP CARBINE 45/70 J.W. COACH 20GA H&R 1901 410 ROCK ISLAND MT20P 22LR Special to the Register Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. TIME: 10:00 AM SEE PHOTOS AT: WWW.AUCTIONZIP.COM #10524 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. By Mindy Kearns ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE AUCTION ASSAULT RIFLES ESTATE OF BARBARA GENE CLELAND GHEEN DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2020 Ceremony to remember Pearl Harbor Estate of Sherry Cogar 7166 Long Hollow Road, Letart, WV 97. 1861 COLT COPY STUART, VIRGINIA REV 36CAL 98. J. STEVENS POCKET PISTOL 22CAL 99. STERLING MK4L2A3 9MM 100. CHINESE SKS 7.62 X 39 101. SAIGA RUSSIAN 410 102. CHINESE M53 7.62 X 54 103. SIAMESE MAUSER 8 X 52 RARE 104. INTRAC CHINESE UZI 9MM 105. MAUSER 98 8MM 106. RUSSIAN M44 7.62 X 54 107. CHINESE SKS PARATROOPER 7.62 X 39 108. SIAMESE MAUSER 8 X 52 RARE 109. BRITISH MK1 NO.4 303 110. HI POINT 4595 45CAL 111. MAS 1949 7.5 CAL 112. BERETTA AUTO 12GA 113. ROMANIA SNIPER PSL54C W/SCOPE 7.62 X 54 114. RUSSIAN 91 7.62 X 54 115. KEL TEC SU16 5.56 116. IAC US 1897 TRENCH 12GA 117. KEL TEC SUB 2000 9MM 118. DAISY BB GUN 119. US EDDY STONE 1917 30/06 120. SCHMIDT RUBIN 1911 7.5 X 55 121. h^�^WZ/E'&/�>��Ϭϯͳ�ϯ�ϯϬͬϬϲ 122. RUSSIAN SKS 7.62 X 39 123. MAUSER 1895 CHILE 7MM 124. MAUSER 98 8 X 15 X 46 125. COBRA 11/NINE 9MM 126. BRITISH MKI JUNGLE CARBINE 303 127. RUSSIAN M38 7.62 X 54 128. RUSSIAN 91 7.62 X 54 129. MAUSER 98 12GA RARE 130. RUSSIAN M91 SNIPER W/SCOPE 7.62 X 54 131. MAUSER 1895 7MM 132. MAUSER GCW98 8MM 133. BRITISH MKI NO.4 303 134. CARCANO 1891 6.5 X 52 135. CARCANO 38 7.35 136. JAP MAUSER W/FLOWER CARBINE 6.5 137. RUSSIAN 91 7.62 X 54 138. BRITISH MKII NO.4 303 139. TOKAREV SVTM40 7.62 X 54 140. F. N. 1943 308 141. ANTONIO ZOLI CIVIL WAR REPRO. 58 CAL 142. MOWERY B/P 54CAL 2-STORY FARMHOUSE: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (some plumbing installed for 2nd bath), Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Laundry Room, Electric furnace, LP heaters. LOT: 4.76 acres +/-, Detached garage, Frontage on Long Hollow Road. Country Charm – Convenient to Town – Privacy DON’T MISS THIS CHANCE! Auction conducted by: Rick Pearson Auction Co. Rick Pearson, WV Lic. No. 66 Mason, WV 304-773-5447 or 304-593-5118 and Drop Tine Properties, LLC R. F. Stein, WV Lic. No. 1510 Gallipolis Ferry, WV 304-593-5280 AMMO LOTS OF MILITARY AMMO, PLUS OTHER AMMO TERMS͗����^,�KZ��,��<�tͬ�WZKW�Z�/�͘�Khd�K&�^d�d���,��<^�WZ�ͳ�WWZKs��͘�EK��Z��/d���Z�^͘��>>�^d�d�� & FEDERAL LAWS APPLY. 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He also expressed concern that so far he’s seen “no detailed plan” from the Trump administration on how to distribute an approved coronavirus vaccine, but said he and his team are working on their own proposal to fill in the gaps. Biden delivered remarks Friday afternoon reacting to November’s national jobs report, which showed a sharp decrease in U.S. hiring even as the country is about 10 million jobs below pre-pandemic levels. The Democrat called the report “dire” and said it “shows the economy is stalling,” but he said quick action from Congress can halt some of the damage. “If we act now — I mean now — we can begin to regain momentum and start to build back a better future,” he said. “There’s no time to lose.” Surging cases of the virus have led states and municipalities to roll back their reopening plans. And more restrictions may be on the way as lower temperatures and holiday travel lead to records for confirmed cases and deaths. Biden has said that while he doesn’t support a nationwide lockdown, he plans to ask Americans to commit to 100 days of maskwearing to help combat the virus as one of his first acts as president. But one of his major challenges in turning the tide of the coronavirus pandemic will be distributing a vaccine. While the Trump administration Staff Report Andrew Harnik | AP President-elect Joe Biden speaks about jobs at The Queen theater Friday in Wilmington, Del. The Democrat called a national jobs report that showed a sharp decrease in U.S. hiring “dire” and said it “shows the economy is stalling,” but he said quick action from Congress can halt some of the damage. has undertaken some planning around vaccine distribution, Biden said Friday that their proposal lacks significant details. “There is no detailed plan — that we’ve seen, anyway — as to how you get a vaccine out of a container, into an injection syringe, into someone’s arm,” he said. The president-elect said that while his team agrees with some of the priorities the Trump administration has laid out in its vaccine distribution plan, more work needs to be done. One of the major questions, Biden added, is how to get the vaccine to minority communities, which are disproportionately affected by the virus. He is working on an “overall plan,” and he asked government infectious-disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci to be part of his COVID-19 team to help with that planning. Biden said the distribution alone was a “very expensive proposition.” That’s part of the reason the president-elect has issued calls for Congress to take action on a coronavirus relief bill now. While he’s thrown his support behind a bipartisan economic relief bill of about $900 billion, Biden has called it just a “down payment” and has said much more will be needed once he takes office next year. On Friday, he said he and his team have been consulting with labor leaders, CEOs, mayors and governors in crafting their own coronavirus aid bill, which will be his first legislative priority as president. “The fight against COVID won’t be won in January alone,” he said. Biden expressed optimism that he’ll be able to cut a deal with Republicans when he takes office, but he’s certain to face a heavy lift in navigating any bill through a closely divided Senate. Democrats and Republicans have been deadlocked on a coronavirus aid bill for months, with Republicans opposed to a previous, more expensive bill that passed the House. Biden said Friday that he plans to ask Congress for funding for expanded testing, vaccine distribution, jobless aid and help for those at risk of eviction. He said it will be important to work together with Congress to pass additional aid because “the country’s going to be in dire, dire, dire straits if they don’t.” SATURDAY EVENING BROADCAST 3 (WSAZ) 4 (WTAP) 6 (WSYX) 7 (WOUB) 8 (WCHS) 10 (WBNS) 11 (WVAH) 12 (WVPB) 13 (WOWK) CABLE 6 PM 6:30 He also cited his longstanding relationship with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., as evidence for his optimism. “He knows me,” Biden said. “He knows I’m as straight as an arrow when I negotiate. He knows I keep commitments and never try to embarrass the opposition.” The coronavirus pandemic will affect more than just Biden’s legislative focus when he takes office. He said Friday that it’s also certain to affect his Jan. 20 inauguration and that public health concerns mean he’ll have to skip some of the traditional festivities that go along with the event. He said there likely won’t be “a gigantic inaugural parade” down Pennsylvania Avenue or “a million people on the Mall” to watch his swearing-in. He predicted it would look more like the Democratic National Convention, which was largely virtual and broadcast on television and online. “First and foremost in my objective is to keep America safe, but still allow people to celebrate,” Biden said. “To celebrate and see one another celebrating.” SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 7 PM 7:30 8 PM 8:30 9 PM 9:30 10 PM 10:30 WSAZ News NBC Nightly 3 (N) News (N) WTAP News NBC Nightly (N) News (N) (3:30) NCAA Football Football (L) Score. (L) (5:30) Ken Burns: Here and There Wheel of Ohio Lottery Ellen's Game of Games The Wall "Jeremie and Saturday Night Live Fortune "Sweet Foam Alabama" Nikki" Wheel of Jeopardy! 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TVMA Shameless "You'll Know the Shameless "Lost" Frank's Bottom When You Hit It" injury gets in the way of everyone's plans. perspectives of past and present. TV14 Anna (2019, Action) Helen Mirren, Luke Evans, Sasha Luv (2012, Drama) Michael Luss. A young woman agrees to train as a KGB assassin to Rainey J.R., Dennis Haysbert, escape her former life. TVMA Common. TV14 Shameless "Found" The The Turning Mackenzie Davis. A (:35) Gallaghers decide what to governess is hired to tutor a young heiress Brahms: The do with bedridden Frank. who witnessed her parents' deaths. TV14 Boy 2 PG-13 COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced details for Ohio’s first phase of vaccine distribution that is expected to begin on or around Dec. 15 during Friday’s news conference. During Phase 1, vaccine supply will be limited, and Ohio will focus on vaccinating those who wish to be vaccinated in the critical Phase 1A groups outlined below. The federal government has advised that the Ohio Department of Health will not know the exact number of vaccines that will be shipped to Ohio until closer to each shipment date. The current shipment figures, which are subject to change, are as follows: On or around December 15, a shipment from Pfizer will include 9,750 vaccines for Ohio’s prepositioned hospital sites. An additional 88,725 vaccines will go to Walgreens and CVS for congregate care settings. On or around December 22, a shipment of 201,000 vaccines is expected from Moderna. These vaccines will go to 98 hospitals for vaccination of those who are exposed to COVID patients and to 108 health departments to vaccinate other frontline workers such as those working in emergency medical services. On or around December 22, another shipment is also expected from Pfizer. The tentative number of vaccines in this shipment is 123,000. These vaccines will go to Walgreens and CVS for vaccination of those in congregate care settings. A few days later, Ohio expects another 148,000 vaccines from Pfizer and 89,000 vaccines from Moderna. These vaccines will be the first dose for those in the identified critical groups. A second dose will be delivered and administered in the future. It has not been determined when members of the general public will have the option to receive vaccines. As information becomes available about the next phases of vaccine distribution, it will be made public. QUARANTINE GUIDANCE Ohio Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff today discussed new quarantine guidance recently issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for those who may have been exposed to coronavirus but are not showing symptoms. Following the study of emerging data and a growing confidence in testing, CDC’s new guidance has two options depending on the situation: 10-day quarantine that does not require testing, provided there are no symptoms 7-day quarantine if test results are negative, provided there are no symptoms The Ohio Department of Health, however, continues to recommend a 14-day quarantine for many citizens in Ohio. “Staying home for 14 days after contact is still the safest way to limit possible spread of COVID19,” said Dr. Vanderhoff. “We continue to recommend this time period for people in congregate living facilities, such as nursing homes; in workplaces with a large number of employees; and in other settings in which COVID-19 could spread extensively. We also recommend 14 days if you are in contact with people at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.” For others with no symptoms, the 10-day period may be sufficient, however, Dr. Vanderhoff recommends that Ohioans consider getting tested on day eight or later to increase certainty of no infection. Quarantine can then end at the conclusion of the 10-day period. Quarantine can be reduced further to seven days, Dr. Vanderhoff said, if an individual has no symptoms and receives a negative test on day five or later. “In every case — whether quarantining for 14 days, or 10, or seven — maintain social distance of at least 6 feet and wear a mask when around others,” he said. “You should also keep an eye out for any symptoms for the full 14-day period. If you become sick or test positive for COVID-19, stay home and self-isolate in a separate room from others.” CURRENT CASE DATA In total, there are 456,963 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 reported in Ohio and 6,882 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 28,673 people have been hospitalized throughout the pandemic, including 4,847 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov. For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH. Information provided by the office of Governor Mike DeWine. LOCAL BRIEF Road construction, closures MEIGS COUNTY — A tree trimming project begins on Dec. 14 on State Route 248, between Riebel Road (Township Road 113) and Locust Grove Road (County Road 28). This section will be closed from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Estimated completion: Dec. 18. 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The Lady STEWART, Ohio — Every Eagles came up with 16 points possession mattered. in the finale, but the Maroon The Eastern girls basketball and Gold closed the door on team dropped a 72-63 decithe 72-63 win with 17 in the sion to Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division host Federal stanza. For the game, Eastern shot Hocking on Thursday at McInturf Gymnasium, with the Lady 24-of-56 (42.9 percent) from the field, including 3-of-10 (30 Lancers claiming a 26-to-24 edge in field goals, and a 18-to- percent) from beyond the arc. Meanwhile, Federal Hocking 14 advantage in the turnover was 26-of-60 (43.3 percent) battle. from the field, including 8-of-22 The Lady Lancers (3-0, 1-0 (36.4 percent) from three-point TVC Hocking) were ahead range. At the foul line, EHS 13-9 eight minutes into play hit 12-of-16 (75 percent) and and doubled their lead in the FHHS sank 12-of-18 (66.7 persecond quarter, outscoring cent). Eastern (1-2, 0-1) by a 22-toBoth teams recorded 35 18 count for a 35-27 halftime rebounds in the contest. advantage. ahawley@aimmediamidwest.com Alex Hawley | OVP Sports Eastern sophomore Jennifer Parker (center) goes up for a shot during the second half of the Lady Eagles’ home-opening bout against Nelsonville-York on Nov. 23 in Tuppers Plains, Ohio. EHS finished with 12 assists, five steals and three blocked shots, while the Lady Lancers combined for 15 assists, eight steals and two rejections. Jennifer Parker was responsible for all-3 Lady Eagle threepointers and led the way with 21 points. Sydney Reynolds recorded 20 points, and teamhighs of nine rebounds, three assists and two rejections in the setback. Erica Durst was next with nine points for Eastern, followed by Kennadi Rockhold with six, Juli Durst with four and Hope Reed with three. Leading the hosts, Paige Tolson poured in 40 points and dished out a game-best seven assists. Tolson — a Glenville See HOCKING | 15 Rio Grande to add men’s, women’s rugby By Randy Payton For Ohio Valley Publishing RIO GRANDE, Ohio — University of Rio Grande athletic director Jeff Lanham has announced the addition of men’s and women’s rugby as varsity sports beginning in the Fall of 2021. “With no previous varsity rugby program in southeast Ohio, Rio athletics is very happy to set the foundation with our program,” Lanham said. “Our teams will operate like any other athletic program and will receive full university support.” Lanham said that rugby is a fast-growing sport, especially in Ohio, where programs already exist at schools such as Xavier University, Denison University and Franciscan University. “We’re excited to open up this opportunity for student-athletes to compete at a high level, while receiving an outstanding education at the University of Rio Grande,” he added. Lanham said Rio Grande plans to become a member of National Collegiate Rugby, an organization which provides a wide array of services and governance for men’s and women’s collegiate rugby programs. NCR evolved from the National Small College Rugby Organization (NSCRO), which was founded in 2007 and originally created to support the growth and development of small college rugby. The group now serves college rugby programs of all sizes. “I am delighted to have the University of Rio Grande join the NCR family,” said Jeremy Treece, NCR’s Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to assisting them build their men’s and women’s varsity programs through our great team here.” NCR currently features 25 Small College Division conferences and 16 conferences over three Open Divisions. According to the NCR website, national championship pathways are provided for both men and women’s collegiate clubs. The men’s division offers three championships offered between the two levels of play in XVs (traditional 15-player lineups) and two separate 7s (alternate 7-player lineup) championships. The women’s division now offers championships in both XVs and 7s for both levels of play. “It’s wonderful to see smart and forward-thinking universities like Rio Grande, turn to rugby to increase their enrollment, retention and ROI (Return On Investment),” Greece said. “Rugby is truly one of those sports that can achieve all of those goals.” Lanham said a national search for a coach to lead the program is underway. “We want to compete at the national level and we believe we can be very competitive our first year,” said Lanham. “We plan to bring 25-30 student-athletes for each team for our first season. We’ll recruit our area very hard, while adding international players as well.” OVP SPORTS SCHEDULE Monday, Dec. 7 Girls Basketball Federal Hocking at South Gallia, 7:30 South Point at Gallia Academy, 7:30 Belpre at Eastern, 7:15 Meigs at Wellston, 7:30 Tuesday, Dec. 8 Boys Basketball Marietta at Meigs, 7:30 Gallia Academy at Ironton, 7:15 Eastern at NelsonvilleYork, 7:30 Wednesday, Dec. 9 Girls Basketball South Gallia at Meigs, 7:30 Wrestling Gallia Academy at Warren, 6 p.m. Photos by Bryan Walters | OVP Sports Gallia Academy junior Brayden Easton (64) hovers over a Fairland player after a tackle during a Sept. 25 football game at Memorial Field in Gallipolis, Ohio. 2020 All-OVC football team Blue Devils land 7 selections, including 4 first team repeaters By Bryan Walters OVC does not select a player of the year. Ben Compliment of Coal Grove, J.D. BrumCENTENARY, Ohio field of Fairland and Drew — Gallia Academy had Roe of Portsmouth were seven players earn allalso repeat first team league honors on the selections on the allOhio Valley Conference football team for the 2020 league team. Cameron Deere of gridiron season, based on voting by the coaches Ironton, Gavin Hunt of Fairland, Austin within the league. Stapleton of Coal Grove, The Blue Devils (4-1) Donald Richendollar of ended up in a second Chesapeake and Bennett place tie with Fairland McCallister of South (5-1) in the final league standings and also led all Point were first team choices this year after programs this fall with four repeat selections on being named to the honorable mention squad in the first team. Overall, there were only 2019. Ironton senior Reid a dozen repeat selections Carrico — a 3-time allfrom last year’s All-OVC squad — and five of those league performer and this fall’s OPSWA Southeast players were honorable mention choices in 2019. District offensive and Ironton (5-0) repeated as defensive player of the league champion and led year in Division V — was not chosen to the 2020 all programs with nine All-OVC squad. total selections. Seniors James Armstrong, Riley Starnes All-OVC football team and Noah Vanco joined FIRST TEAM junior Brayden Easton in Kyle Howell, Ironton; returning as first team Dalton Crabtree, Ironton; selections, while freshTrent Hacker, Ironton; man Cole Hines was also Matt Davis, Ironton; a first team honoree. Rocky White, Ironton; Senior Trent Johnson Cameron Deere%, and sophomore Isaac Ironton; Gavin Hunt%, Clary were also chosen Fairland; J.D. Brumto the honorable mention field*, Fairland; Zander list on behalf of the Blue Schmidt, Fairland; Max Devils. Ward, Fairland; James Trevon Pendleton of Armstrong*, Gallia AcadIronton was named the emy; Brayden Easton*, coach of the year. The Gallia Academy; Cole bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com Gallia Academy senior James Armstrong (3) breaks away from a pair of Rock Hill defenders during a Sept. 11 football game at Memorial Field in Gallipolis, Ohio. Hines, Gallia Academy; Riley Starnes*, Gallia Academy; Noah Vanco*, Gallia Academy; Austin Stapleton%, Coal Grove; Ben Compliment*, Coal Grove; Malachi Wheeler, Coal Grove; Donald Richendollar%, Chesapeake; Thomas Sentz, Chesapeake; Hayden Harper, Rock Hill; Jacob Schwab, Rock Hill; Brayden Malone, Rock Hill; Drew Roe*, Portsmouth; Reade Pendleton, Portsmouth; Darryl Taylor, South Point; Bennett McCallister%, South Point. Coach of the Year: Trevon Pendleton, Ironton. HONORABLE MENTION Uriah Meadows, Ironton; Gunnar Crawford, Ironton; Tevin Taylor, Fairland; Steeler Leep, Fairland; Isaac Clary, Gallia Academy; Trent Johnson, Gallia Academy; Morgan Schultz, Coal Grove; Kyle Robinson, Coal Grove; Ben Bragg, Chesapeake; Ian Hicks, Chesapeake; Owen Hankins, Rock Hill; Brayden Friend, Rock Hill; Amare Johnson, Portsmouth; Christian Keys, Portsmouth; Nakyan Turner, South Point; Cody Brandt, South Point. * — indicates 2019 first team selection. % — indicates 2019 honorable mention selection. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101. �SPORTS Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 15 Browns, Titans meet with plenty at stake NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Cleveland Browns are about to get a sense of just how good they might be this season. So are the Tennessee Titans. Tennessee poses the biggest test yet for the Browns (8-3) who have only one win over a team currently with a winning record. The rest of Cleveland’s wins have come at the expense of the NFC East, twice against Cincinnati and a 3-0 mark against the Titans’ weak divisional brethren in the AFC South. “These are the things that we have been trying to build up to, and we are here now,” Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield said. “We are in the middle of it, so let’s seize the moment.” This is the Browns’ best start since 1994 as they target their first playoff spot since 2002. They haven’t started 9-3 since ‘94. They’ve won three straight — by a combined 10 points against struggling Philadelphia and Houston before they held off Jacksonville 27-25 last week. The Titans are back on top of the AFC South after road wins over Baltimore and a 45-26 rout of Indianapolis, trying to win their first division title since 2008. Avoiding a letdown will go a long way toward proving they’re really among the AFC’s best. They deflated the Browns in Cleveland 43-13 in the 2019 opener but had to earn a wild-card berth in the regular-season finale. “Hopefully we’re going out there with an attitude that we’re going to be hunting every single week, regardless of what our record is,” Titans coach Mike Vrabel said. This game pits the NFL’s top rushing offenses. The Browns average a league-best 161.4 yards per game with Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt, while Derrick Henry has the Titans at No. 2 as he chases a second straight rushing title. He won last year’s by 46 yards over Chubb. “It’s going to be a good matchup against those guys,” Henry said. Garrett returns Just in time to face the freight train that is Henry, Cleveland’s defense gets back its biggest piece as star end Myles Garrett returns after missing two games with COVID-19. Coordinator Joe Woods joked that he might have broken virus protocols and hugged Garrett upon his return to practice. “It was good to see his face out on the field,” Woods said. “He looks good.” Garrett was leading the NFL in sacks before getting sick. While the Browns managed to win twice without him, they weren’t the same and his return provides a huge confidence boost. Garrett’s illness may prevent him from his normal workload Sunday, but the Browns will take whatever they can get. Ball security The Titans have the fewest turnovers in the NFL this season with five through 11 games. It’s the best start in franchise history and also their fewest turnovers at this point of the season since at least 1960. Tannehill has been a big key with only four interceptions. Vrabel joked they told Tannehill they’d bench him if he throws interceptions. “I think he studies. I think he has good vision. I think he’s decisive,” Vrabel said of Tannehill. “Sometimes interceptions occur when quarterbacks hold on to the football and second guess or are not really quite sure and they were a little late on it and guys have had time to recover or make a better break on the football.” Jack’s back Browns right tackle Jack Conklin will feel right at home Sunday. Conklin spent four seasons with Tennessee, which drafted him in 2016, before he signed as a free agent with Cleveland in March. Revenge isn’t his motive this week as much as a reunion. Conklin, who has stabilized the Browns’ right side and boosted their running game, became eligible for free agency after the Titans didn’t pick up his fifth-year contract option. He had been slowed by knee injuries over two seasons. Hocking From page 14 State commit — surpassed 1,000-point mark for her career, and now has 1,030 points. Alexis Smith contributed 17 points and four steals to the winning cause, Tiffany Allen chipped in with five points, while Reagan Jeffers added four points. Kylie Tabler, Brennan Jarvis and Ava Tate had two points each in the win, with Tabler grabbing a team-best six rebounds. Eastern will look for revenge when the Lady Lancers visit Meigs County on Jan. 7. Next, the Lady Eagles host Belpre on Monday. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Alex Hawley can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2100. Alex Hawley | OVP Sports South Gallia’s Lindsey Wells (2) looks to pass during the Lady Rebels’ season-opening setback on Nov. 24 in Bidwell, Ohio. Trimble turns back Lady Rebels, 68-40 By Alex Hawley od, and 37-4 at halftime. South Gallia (0-2, 0-1) snapped out of it after the break, outscoring MERCERVILLE, Ohio — A tough start to the hosts 16-to-15 in the third quarter, making the recover from. margin 52-20 headed into The South Gallia girls basketball team was held the finale. The Lady Rebels saved to just four points in the their best for last, closing first half of Thursday’s the 68-40 setback with a Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division bout at 20-to-16 run. After a pair of twoBill White Gymnasium, pointers in the first half, where the Lady Rebels South Gallia made 15 ultimately fell to host Trimble by a 68-40 count. field goals, including a quartet of three-pointers, The Lady Tomcats in the second half. THS (2-0, 1-0 TVC Hocking) made 28 field goals in were ahead 19-2 at the the win, with six comend of the opening peri- ahawley@aimmediamidwest.com ing from beyond the arc. SGHS made 2-of-11 (18.2 percent) foul shots in the game, while Trimble was 6-of-13 (46.2 percent) from the line. Jessie Rutt led the Red and Gold with a dozen points, followed by Kennedey Lambert with 10. Macie Sanders had six points for SGHS, Tori Triplett ended with five, Makayla Waugh tallied four, while Lindsey Wells came up with three. Leading the Lady Tomcats, Jayne Six posted 20 points, Briana Orsborne scored 18, and Laikyn Imler tallied 12. Emma Beha and Emily Calentine both recorded six points in the win, Emily Young scored four, while Ashlynn Hardy had two points. These teams are slated to meet again on Jan. 7 in Mercerville. SGHS will be back at home on Dec. 14 against Belpre. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Alex Hawley can be reached at 740446-2342, ext. 2100. Lady Hornets sting Gallia Academy, 67-32 By Bryan Walters but the Lady Hornets (2-1, 1-1) used a 44-18 surge over the next two frames to turn a slim COAL GROVE, Ohio — Not nearly as produc- 11-5 first quarter edge tive of a road trip as the into a comfortable 55-23 cushion headed into the last one. finale. The Gallia Academy CGHS — which shot girls basketball team was held to single digits 38 percent from the field — went on a small in all four quarters and 12-9 run to close out the shot just 22 percent from the field Thursday 35-point triumph. Gallia Academy — night during a 67-32 which won at Ironton setback to host Coal Grove in an Ohio Valley on Monday to open its season — went 10-ofConference matchup in 45 from the floor and Lawrence County. did not make a single The visiting Blue 3-point basket. The Angels (1-1, 1-1 OVC) managed to keep things guests also went 12-of23 at the free throw line respectable through for 52 percent. eight minutes of play, bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com Maddy Petro led the Blue and White with 15 points, followed by Koren Truance with seven points and Chanee Cremeens with five markers. Regan Wilcoxon and Makayla Bryant completed the GAHS tally with respective efforts of three and two points. Coal Grove netted 23-of-61 shot attempts overall and sank four trifectas while also going 9-of-12 at the charity stripe for 75 percent. Addi Dillow paced the Lady Hornets with a game-high 20 points, followed by Abbey Hicks with 16 points and Kaleigh Murphy with 10 markers. Elli Holmes was next with six points, while Rylee Harmon added five points. Kenadee Keaton chipped in four markers, while Kelsey Fracy, Autum Hicks and Jaidyn Murphy completed the winning tally with two points each. Gallia Academy will make its home debut on Monday when it welcomes South Point for an OVC contest at 7 p.m. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101. Dolphins are big favorites against Bengals MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins are in contention for their first AFC East title since 2008, which would ensure their first playoff berth since 2016, which would give them a shot at their first postseason win since 2000, none of which coach Brian Flores wants to think, talk, read or hear about. He’s too focused on sustaining momentum resulting from the long-struggling franchise’s recent turnaround. “In this league, I don’t think you’re ever really over the hump,” Flores says. “There are just so many good teams. The league is built for parity, and there are a lot of good players. “I think once you think you’re over the hump is when you go back under the hump.” Flores believes no game is a gimme, not even for a Miami team that has won six of seven to improve to 7-4. The Dolphins are 11-point favorites, but they could be back under the hump unless they take seriously Sunday’s matchup against perennially woeful Cincinnati (2-8-1). Mismatch? The blitz-happy Dolphins are sure to dial up the pressure on Bengals quarterback Brandon Allen, who will make his second start since Joe Burrow’s season- ending knee injury. Dolphins defensive coordinator Josh Boyer is fond of multiple fronts designed to disrupt, and that’s what they’ve done. Miami ranks second in the NFL in points allowed, and third in takeaways. “He definitely has an aggressive mindset,” safety Eric Rowe said. “I like being the aggressor instead of being passive and kind of just playing back. He wants to dictate what the offense does, to have the defense run the game.” Without Burrow, the Bengals could be easy to confuse. They totaled 155 yards and 11 first downs in last week’s loss to the New York Giants. gals are prepared to give Allen some more time, given that he hadn’t seen live action in a year. “Brandon’s got great poise, he was calm under pressure, he didn’t do anything that was out of character or anything out of expectation as far as knowing where to go and what to do and how to do it,” offensive coordinator Brian Callahan says. “There were probably a couple of timing things that as he watches the game, he’ll improve.” One-dimensional attack Making it tougher on Allen is Cincinnati’s inability to establish the run, which has been a problem since Joe Mixon went out with a foot injury in the loss to Indianapolis on Oct. 18. Still the one With injuries making for an Cincinnati coaches are staying ever-changing cast on the offenwith Allen despite his underwhelming performance in the loss sive line, getting enough push for the running game has been an to the Giants. issue. Last week the Giants were Allen, who last played in a so sure Cincinnati wasn’t going game in 2019 for Denver, was to run they were dropping up to promoted from the practice eight defenders into pass coversquad. He threw for 136 yards, had an interception and fumbled age. “We weren’t getting the line the ball away on a potentially game-winning drive with 57 sec- of scrimmage moved, and they were holding strong at the point onds left, and the Bengals lost of attack,” coach Zac Taylor said. 19-17. Ryan Finley was Burrow’s back- “That’s something certainly we’ve got to improve on, because it’s up this season, and journeyman a tough way when you just can’t Kevin Hogan has been added to move those front four.” the practice squad, but the Ben- �Along the River 16 Saturday, December 5, 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing Several snowmen, like this one, are placed around the park, providing visitors with COVID-19 safety guidelines on how to view the display of Gallipolis In Lights if they choose to enter City Park. The lights can also be viewed from a variety of angles from the safety of your vehicle. Photos by Beth Sergent | OVP What has become the iconic “Gallipolis In Lights” sign in City Park at the corner of Second Avenue and Court Street. Finding light(s) during a dark year Gallipolis In Lights returns for Christmas season By Beth Sergent bsergent@aimmediamidwest.com GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — Despite some changes, City Park is once again aglow for the Christmas season thanks to the annual Gallipolis In Lights display. Assembled by volunteers who have spent the last couple of months literally preparing the park, Gallipolis In Lights, is currently open to the public though with some changes and safety guidelines. Due to the pandemic, volunteers made a concerted effort to move displays closer to the road to allow visitors an Lighting up Gallipolis City Park despite the pandemic. STAY SAFE, FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES - Practice social distancing of at least six feet. - Facial coverings are required at all times. - Share sidewalks, step aside to let others pass. - If you are sick, or were recently exposed to COVID-19, please do not enter the park. opportunity to view more lights from their vehicles. The park is open for those who choose to walk through, however, found at several points within the display are posted safety guidelines in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. Those guidelines are as follows: A visitor to Gallipolis City Park passes by Santa who is socially distanced and perched in the historic Bandstand. Practice social distancing of at least six feet; Facial coverings are required at all times; Share sidewalks, step aside to let others pass; If you are sick, or were recently exposed to COVID-19, please do not enter the park. The popular display was once again noted as part of the 2020 Driveable Ohio Holiday Lights Trail promoted by TourismOhio which highlights a total of 16 destinations across the state. The display is open nightly until Jan. 2. Admission is free. © 2020 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Icicle lights appear to continuously fall with illumination from this popular tree in City Park. This computerized tree, donated by Ohio Valley Bank in 2019, has become a favorite for park visitors with its many light displays and accompanying musical numbers. Finding comfort and familiar “Joy” in the return of Gallipolis In Lights. Snow falls on this tree decorated with a fleur-de-lis topper. The restored Kerr Memorial Fountain aglow in lights and greenery A closer look at Santa who resides in the decorated Bandstand at at Gallipolis City Park. Gallipolis City Park. �SPORTS/CLASSIFIEDS Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, December 5, 2020 17 AP SPORTS BRIEFS Reds cut Bradley, Goodwin, Casali; get deal with Farmer Casali, 32, spent the past three seasons in Cincinnati and hit .224 with six homers in 76 at-bats in 2020. The 30-year-old Farmer is a versatile player who can play all positions on the infield and is even an option at catcher. He hit .266 last season. CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds The Reds also declined to offer a contract to rightdeclined to offer contracts to four players for the 2021 hander R.J. Alaniz, who pitched in 12 big league season, including reliever Archie Bradley, catcher games in 2019. Curt Casali and outfielder Brian Goodwin. The team also announced on Wednesday that it had agreed to a one-year major league deal with infielder Kyle Farmer, who gets $640,000 while in the major leagues and $175,000 while in the minors. Bradley and Goodwin were both acquired in midseason trades as the Reds made a push for the playoffs. The right-handed Bradley, 28, came over PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — No spectators will be from the Diamondbacks and pitched well in his six allowed at the Rose Bowl for the College Football regular-season appearances with Cincinnati, giving Playoff semifinal on Jan. 1 because of COVID-19 up just one run over 7 1/3 innings. He allowed the restrictions imposed by the state, county and city of deciding run in Game 1 of the team’s NL wild-card Pasadena. series against the Braves, which Atlanta won 1-0 in 13 The Tournament of Roses said Thursday that it innings. requested special permission to allow for a limited Goodwin struggled with the Reds, batting just .163 number of spectators or a select number of guests of in 49 at-bats. The 30-year-old played the first half of players and coaches at the 90,888-seat stadium but the season with the Los Angeles Angels. was denied. 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DETROIT (AP) — A 500-foot freighter that became stuck and blocked a Detroit River shipping channel has been freed. The Harvest Spirit was refloated Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a release. The vessel lost propulsion Wednesday morning and ran aground in the Livingstone Channel on the Canadian side of the river, about 19 miles south of Detroit. Some Great Lakes shipping traffic was slowed. Another ship struck the bottom while trying to avoid the freighter. That contributed to a logjam of cargohauling vessels along the waterway. said Friday that it would deny visas to Chinese citizens linked to overseas influence operations involving violence and other means of intimidation. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the restrictions would apply to Chinese Communist Party officials or anyone else taking part in such propaganda or influence campaigns affiliated with the United Front Work Department. The United Front has been involved in efforts to put pressure on people outside China’s borders who raise concerns about human rights abuses in the Uighur region, Tibet and elsewhere. Its “coercive tactics” have included publicly releasing personal details about critics and their family members online as a means of intimidation, Pompeo said in announcing the new restrictions. US imposes visa restrictions on more Chinese citizens WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department LOCAL BRIEF MY HOME IS IN OHIO. MY HEART RELIED ON CAMDEN CLARK. Straw available MIDDLEPORT — The Meigs County Humane Society will be providing straw for pet bedding during the months of November, December, January, and February. Vouchers may be picked up at the Humane Society Thrift Shop, 253 North Second Street, Middleport, for a fee of $2. Vouchers are to be redeemed at Dettwiller Lumber in Pomeroy. For more information call 740-992-6064. “ I’m a life-long resident of Marietta, Ohio. When my wife died 8 years ago at 58 years old from a massive heart attack, I made the decision then to exercise and eat right, especially since I have a family history of heart disease. Even after riding my bike and walking every day I still had a heart attack and needed surgery. I knew I didn’t need to go far for treatment by the most respected cardiac care team in the area. I was aware of the reputation of Dr. Geoffrey Cousins and the awardwinning heart program at WVU Medicine so I headed to Parkersburg. I trusted my heart to Camden Clark and am glad I did.” COVID order to comply with the Governors mandate of having 10 or less persons in any event, jury trials From page 1 must be suspended until February 1, 2021. shall be significantly Judge Warner limited. explained that her office Only persons neceshas received multiple sary to support essential calls from individuals in-person hearings and who were summoned essential administrative to appear for jury duty court functions shall be expressing concerns physically present at the related to COVID-19. Meigs County Common Those concerns, along Pleas Court. with the order limiting Through January 29, 2021, the Court will pri- gatherings prompted the oritize hearing cases uti- need to pause jury trials for the next few months lizing videoconferencing explained Warner. technology to the extend Masks continue to be possible. Priority shall be given to “Essential cases”, required for all people visiting the Meigs County which are: Civil ProtecCourthouse. tion Orders, Emergency © 2020 Ohio Valley PubDomestic Relations Matters and Bond Hearings. lishing, all rights reserved. Due to the increased risk of spreading COVID Sarah Hawley is the managing editor of The Daily Sentinel. in large groups and in Tom Vannoy Marietta, Ohio OH-70214397 yourheartatcamdenclark.org TODAY 8 AM WEATHER 2 PM 33° 39° 34° Mostly cloudy today. Patchy clouds tonight. High 42° / Low 26° HEALTH TODAY Statistics through 3 p.m. Fri. AccuWeather.com Asthma Index™ Temperature 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. 24 hours ending 3 p.m. Fri. 0.18 Month to date/normal 0.26/0.44 Year to date/normal 44.49/39.83 Snowfall (in inches) 24 hours ending 3 p.m. Fri. Month to date/normal Season to date/normal 0.0 2.0/0.3 2.0/1.1 Today 7:32 a.m. 5:06 p.m. 10:02 p.m. 11:54 a.m. Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Sun. 7:33 a.m. 5:06 p.m. 11:09 p.m. 12:30 p.m. MOON PHASES Last Dec 7 New First Full Dec 14 Dec 21 Dec 29 SOLUNAR TABLE The solunar period indicates peak feeding times for fish and game. Major Today 3:18a Sun. 4:15a Mon. 5:08a Tue. 5:58a Wed. 6:45a Thu. 7:30a Fri. 8:15a Minor 9:31a 10:28a 11:21a 12:11p 12:33a 1:17a 2:02a Major 3:44p 4:40p 5:33p 6:23p 7:09p 7:55p 8:42p Minor 9:57p 10:53p 11:46p ---12:57p 1:42p 2:28p WEATHER HISTORY The three coldest months run from Dec. 5 to March 5 when based on average temperature. Winter does not officially begin for more than two weeks, but meteorological winter begins today. OH-70215316 The AccuWeather.com Cold Index combines the effects of local weather with a number of demographic factors to provide a scale showing the overall probability of transmission and symptom severity of the common cold. 1 0-2 Low; 3-4 Moderate; 5-6 High; 7-8 Very High; 9-10 Extreme WEATHER TRIVIA™ Q: What is the darkest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere? SUN & MOON Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. Logan 40/23 Lucasville 42/27 Portsmouth 43/27 Chilly with partial sunshine AIR QUALITY 46° 30° 0 50 100 150 200 300 500 Primary pollutant: Particulates Air Quality Index: 0-50, Good; 51-100, Moderate; 101-150, Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200, Unhealthy; 201-300, Very unhealthy; 301-500, Hazardous. Source: Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services OHIO RIVER Belpre 42/26 Athens 41/24 St. Marys 41/26 Parkersburg 41/26 Coolville 41/25 Elizabeth 42/27 Spencer 42/26 Levels in feet as of 7 a.m. Fri. Location Willow Island Marietta Parkersburg Belleville Racine Point Pleasant Gallipolis Huntington Ashland Lloyd Greenup Portsmouth Maysville Meldahl Dam Flood Stage 37 34 36 35 41 40 50 50 52 54 50 50 51 Level 12.55 17.20 21.77 12.71 13.23 24.54 12.07 26.71 34.82 12.59 20.00 34.40 20.80 24-hr. Chg. -0.34 -0.21 -0.61 -0.38 +0.03 -0.93 -0.26 +0.30 +0.44 +0.01 -0.50 none none Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2020 Buffalo 43/28 Milton 43/27 St. Albans 44/29 Huntington 40/28 NATIONAL FORECAST 110s 100s Seattle 52/39 90s 80s 70s 60s 50s 40s 30s San Francisco 60/48 20s 10s 0s -0s Los Angeles 69/46 -10s T-storms Rain Showers Snow Flurries Ice Cold Front Warm Front Stationary Front Partly sunny Marietta 41/26 Murray City 40/23 Ironton 44/28 Ashland 45/29 Grayson 44/28 FRIDAY 53° 32° Clouds and sun Wilkesville 42/25 POMEROY Jackson 43/26 42/25 Ravenswood Rio Grande 42/26 42/26 Centerville POINT PLEASANT Ripley 40/26 GALLIPOLIS 42/26 42/26 42/26 South Shore Greenup 44/28 41/25 58 THURSDAY 55° 37° Chance for a couple of showers NATIONAL CITIES McArthur 41/24 Waverly 41/27 WEDNESDAY 42° 29° Cloudy and cold Adelphi 40/22 Chillicothe 40/25 TUESDAY 37° 26° Intervals of clouds and sunshine 2 AccuWeather.com Cold Index™ (in inches) MONDAY A: December Precipitation 46°/38° 49°/31° 74° in 1982 12° in 1908 SUNDAY 42° 27° ALMANAC High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low EXTENDED FORECAST 8 PM Clendenin 40/17 Charleston 40/27 Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Winnipeg 34/21 Billings 50/34 Montreal 36/26 Minneapolis 37/25 Chicago 40/27 Denver 52/28 Toronto 33/24 Detroit 38/25 Kansas City 51/28 New York 47/34 Washington 49/35 City Albuquerque Anchorage Atlanta Atlantic City Baltimore Billings Boise Boston Charleston, WV Charlotte Cheyenne Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Des Moines Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Kansas City Las Vegas Little Rock Los Angeles Louisville Miami Minneapolis Nashville New Orleans New York City Oklahoma City Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, ME Raleigh Richmond St. Louis Salt Lake City San Francisco Seattle Washington, DC Today Sun. Hi/Lo/W 53/28/pc 7/2/pc 55/35/pc 51/35/r 49/33/pc 50/34/s 41/23/pc 45/31/r 40/27/c 56/29/s 51/27/s 40/27/pc 41/28/pc 38/30/sf 39/23/c 60/40/pc 52/28/s 44/26/s 38/25/pc 86/71/pc 58/43/r 41/26/c 51/28/s 59/37/s 58/34/s 69/46/s 44/29/pc 81/65/pc 37/25/pc 49/30/pc 60/48/pc 47/34/r 56/29/s 72/48/pc 48/32/r 69/43/s 38/27/sf 40/30/r 54/33/s 54/31/pc 46/29/s 42/24/s 60/48/pc 52/39/pc 49/35/pc Hi/Lo/W 53/28/s 19/19/sn 57/39/s 45/32/pc 44/29/pc 52/32/s 39/21/pc 39/27/sf 41/25/c 53/38/s 57/29/s 39/29/pc 40/27/pc 36/26/c 38/23/pc 58/37/s 56/27/s 39/24/pc 36/25/c 86/72/pc 63/41/s 39/26/c 48/26/pc 60/45/s 53/34/pc 68/50/s 44/30/c 79/70/c 36/25/pc 49/34/s 59/46/r 42/32/s 52/30/s 71/54/pc 42/29/pc 72/47/s 34/23/c 34/22/sf 52/35/s 49/29/s 45/30/pc 44/24/s 60/45/pc 52/39/c 45/32/pc EXTREMES FRIDAY National for the 48 contiguous states Atlanta 55/35 El Paso 57/30 High Low 81° in Boca Raton, FL -19° in Antero Reservoir, CO Global Chihuahua 48/24 High Low Houston 58/43 Monterrey 62/35 Miami 81/65 115° in Birdsville, Australia -59° in Delyankir, Russia Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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