https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/0c257529cc535f1bee0180ce3ebbac2c.pdf f74b6f48b6f701a46747cbf633b06cd1 PDF Text Text INSIDE  CALENDAR, Page A2  OBITUARIES, Page A9  SPORTS, Pages B1 Friday, July 8, 2022 50¢ 50¢ Mason Board of Ed. elects Cossin as president Justice calls for personal income tax cut by Stephen Santilli FOR RIVER CITIES TRIBUNE & REGISTER POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WV News) — The Mason County Board of Education met in special session Tuesday morning for a state mandated election of board officers and board representatives on various community committees. State law requires that all boards of education meet the first Monday in July after the latest election to meet and choose leaders. The meeting was held Tuesday because Monday was a federal holiday. Board member Ashley Cossin was chosen as the new board Cossin president, replacing Dale Shobe. Jared Billings will serve as vice-presShobe ident, taking over for Rhonda Tennant. Cossin will represent the board on the Billings following committees: Strategic Plan Committee; WVU Extension ComTennant mittee; and the PreK collaborative team. Billings will serve on the WV School board Association committee on Legislation. Rhonda Tennant was named to the Day Report Committee and Technology Committee. See BOE, A9 Submitted photo Pictured at a recent visit to the Nucor site are, from left, are Brad Smith, Marshall University president; Mason County Commissioner Tracy Doolittle; State Sen. Amy Nichole Grady, R-Mason; U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito; John Farris; Jeff Jackson, of Nucor; Chris Backel, of Nucor; Del. Jonathan Pinson, R-Mason; and John Musgrave. Sen. Capito visits Mason County Nucor site, meets with local officials From Staff Reports POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WV News) — U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., spent much of June 28 in Mason County, learning more of the success stories of the county and region and the potential for further growth. Capito visited Point Pleasant and Apple Grove, W.Va., where she met with local leaders to discuss potential economic development in the region and toured the future site for Nucor Corporation. Nucor is locating their new multi-billion dollar steel mill facility in Mason County. The project will create thousands of new direct and indirect jobs and will be responsible for significant additional opportunities and investments in the region. “Nucor’s future presence in West Virginia is welcome news and will have a major impact on our state’s economy,” Capito said. “I enjoyed the opportunity today to not only see the future site of Nucor, but also meet with members of the leadership team to discuss the impact this development will have in the region. “As I’ve said before, I’m incredibly proud of this announcement for a number of reasons, but primarily because it shows what we can achieve when we work together at the federal, state and local levels for Submitted photo Pictured, from left, are Judy Watters, Beth ‘Buffy’ Hammers, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, Linda Holmes, Dr. Jim Becker and Michael Chirico. Submitted photo Pictured, from left, are Commissioner Rick Handley; Jason Bechtle, assistant administrator; Mario Liberatore, Mason County Chamber president; U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito; John Musgrave; John Gerlach, Mason County administrator; and Jeff Rossi. solid, long term successes.” Marshall University President Brad D. Smith was also on hand for the tour of the facility. “The Nucor Steel West Virginia team enjoyed welcoming Sen. Capito and President Smith to the site of our new steel mill. We appreciate the support we have received from the community and from leaders at all levels and are excited to begin construction in the fall,” said John Farris, vice president and general manager of Nucor Steel West Virginia. After touring the Nucor site, Capito visited APG Polytech, a plastic man- ufacturing company that supports 180 jobs in Mason County. Capito also attended the reception prior to the 76th Annual Mason County Chamber of Commerce Dinner where she met with community leaders and small business leaders from across Mason County. Secretary Hardy details revenue data for Fiscal Year 2022 by Charles Young SENIOR STAFF WRITER CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — After announcing the state ended Fiscal Year 2022 with a revenue surplus in excess of $1.3 billion, Gov. Jim Justice on Wednesday proposed a permanent reduction in West Virginia’s personal income tax. Justice said he plans to call a special session of the Legislature to coincide with July’s regularly scheduled interim meetings. During the special session, lawmakers will be asked to consider a bill that would see the state’s income tax rate cut by 10%. “As a result of our unbelievable economic growth, I’m announcing that I will propose a 10% personal income tax cut as an aggregate,” he said. “You will get the bill very, very soon — the Legislature will get the bill very soon — and it will have different levels of tiering, and we will try to make it as fair as we can possibly make it.” The bill will propose making the cut retroactive to Jan. 1, 2022. If the measure is passed, the retroactive amount would come as a refund when residents file their 2022 taxes, Justice said. “This will be a permanent reduction in the state personal income tax,” he said. “We want to provide West Virginians with a permanent tax cut for permanent relief and not a temporary stimulus.” State Revenue Secretary Dave Hardy said the 10% cut will equate to an annual reduction of around $254 million in personal income tax collections. See TAX, A9 Gallipolis commissioners hear update on progress of city pool work by Stephen Santilli FOR RIVER CITIES TRIBUNE AND REGISTER GALLIPOLIS, Ohio (WV News) — Gallipolis commissioners met Tuesday, discussing projects and other issues. City Manager Dow Saunders gave his report, saying that he “had some medical issues lately and that’s why I’m wearing a monitor.” He assured the commission that he will be in the office as much as possible for the immediate future. Saunders reported that the city pool pump is operating now. The city chose to rent a pump for the rest of the year with an option to buy. They will be seek- INDEX ing quotes from businesses. Saunders stated that the funding for the pump falls under the major grants program. He also reported at that time that the target date to open was Thursday, July 7. The Tribune and Register were told on Thursday that the city continues to work on the pool but an opening date is not set yet. Issues with birds, mainly crows and buzzards downtown, were discussed as well. “We spoke with the game warden and the wildlife office to see what we can do about this. He reviewed steps we could take, and no matter what we do, the remedy will not be easy,” Saunders said. The options mentioned were using noise and lights to make it as uncomfortable as possible for the birds to congregate. “We will need to limit the number of birds, so we also have the option of destroying up to 15 birds. We need to figure out who will be involved,” Saunders said. Other than making life uncomfortable for the birds, the city needs to educate the public about keeping their garbage dumpsters closed. It was approved to review all grant updates at their next meeting. Discussion will take place in executive session. Commissioners also heard Columns ............................. A2 Classified ............................ B7 Opinion ............................... A8 Comics & Puzzles............. B8-9 about a competitive grant opportunity. “We are looking at options to use the federal funding for downtown revitalization. The grant application must show that the project will be transformative in nature. This will be a major project for the city,” Saunders said. He added that there is still time to plan on how to use the funding and when to apply. There is no requirement for accessing the funding. Other areas that could be used with the grant money includes remediating drug addiction and economic development. In other matters: — Saunders said the Na- ture Works grant ($9,700) may be used for a Frisbee Gold course in town. — The city’s First Friday event was a success according to Sanders. — Solicitor Brynn Saunders Noe reported that there was an invoice to be approved to pay Tri State Waste $4,003 for services. The invoice was approved by the commission. — Commissioners heard that the county has been erecting yellow poles at every entrance to the bike path to restrict use to bicycles only. They hope this will keep larger motorized vehicles off of the path. Here is a schedule of pool events: Pool hours Monday through Saturday noon- 304-626-1400 or (740) 446-2342 Copyright 2022 • WV News Gallia | Meigs | Mason 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Children 4 and under are free, children 5-18 $4 and adults 18-plus $6. Early morning swim for adults is available, but there will be no lifeguard on duty during that session. Daily fee is $1 and will be held weekdays from 7:30 a.m.9 a.m. Water walkers will be weekdays from 5-6 p.m. and the cost is $1. Minutes, ordinances, resolutions and any meeting information are kept on file in the City Clerk’s Office, and can be viewed at cityofgallipolis.com. Those with questions or concerns to address the City Commission can contact the City Clerk at 740441-6003 x523. Vol. 1 No. 1 Find us on wvnews.com 8 0 4 8 7 9 1 1 8 1 0 7 �A2 Good News Friday, July 8, 2022 LOTTERIES Winning Numbers WEDNESDAY’S POWERBALL 32-36-49-62-69 Powerball: 13 HHH WEDNESDAY’S CLASSIC LOTTO 16-24-25-33-38-49 HHH TUESDAY’S MEGA MILLIONS 27-31-50-51-61 Mega Ball: 21 Numbers listed are unofficial. For official numbers, contact lottery officials in the appropriate state. HOW TO REACH US WV News 324 Hewes Ave. (740) 446-2342 rivercitiesnews.com Publisher Andrew B. Kniceley akniceley@wvnews.com (304) 626-1468 Executive Editor John G. Miller jmiller@wvnews.com (304) 626-1473 Newsroom news@rivercitiesnews.com (304) 626-1440 Sports sports@rivercitiesnews.com Mason County memories ... a new era for the old Register If any business is fortunate enough to survive for 160 years, it is bound to change and adapt to the times in order to survive. We’ve seen what happens when they don’t, as dozens of once major department stores have shuttered their doors in recent years, and this is no less true of major chains like Sears and Macy’s than it is of our own local newspaper. By now, you’ve likely noticed that the masthead has been changed to read the River Cities Tribune (on Tuesdays) and River Cities Register (on Fridays). I’ve heard a lot of fuss made over this change in recent days, and as a longtime columnist and supporter of the paper, I have to confess that I’m a bit disappointed by the negativity. Those same folks complaining about the name change now, saying things like “the Register is dead,” are the same ones who I’ve often heard complain that obits@rivercitiesnews.com calendar@rivercitiesnews.com sports@rivercitiesnews.com EDITORIAL POLICY Our editorial mission is to report the news of Gallia, Meigs, and Mason Counties in a timely, accurate, balanced and fair manner. We also will provide a forum for the discussion of all important community issues and will strive to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. news@rivercitiesnews.com CIRCULATION ................. (740) 446-2342 To start a home delivery subscription or to let us know about a service problem, call from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. circulation@rivercitiesnews.com CLASSIFIEDS .................. (740) 446-2342 See the classified section for information about placing an ad, or you can call us between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deadline is on Monday at noon. We recently celebrated our national holiday, the Fourth of July. It is a time in which the people of the United States of America exult in the reasons how our country gained national freedom. We take an annual pause — the Fourth —to reflect on how valuable our national freedom is. And it is, oh, most certainly, valuable. Several factors contribute to the value of our freedom. It begins with the foresight of those who had vision how our government should conduct itself. It started with the Declaration of Independence. Later came the insights of the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. The Emancipation Proclamation is also a part of it. Also to be considered are the sufferings and personal sacrifices of our defenders. The courage and perseverance of many contribute to the value of our sustained freedom. The many who, down through the years, advocated the conservation of our freedom play an important part to consider. RETAIL ADS ..................... (740) 446-2342 Call us between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Deadline is on Monday at noon. advertising@rivercitiesnews.com Published weekly by WV News 324 Hewes Ave., Clarksburg, W.Va. 26301 Periodicals postage paid at Gallipolis, Ohio Post Office, 45631. River Cities Tribune is published weekly on Tuesdays. River Cities Register is published weekly on Fridays. Copyright 2022 by WV News. All rights reserved. Reproduction of any material from this issue in whole or part is strictly prohibited. Address all re-print requests to the editor. WV News is a locally owned West Virginia company. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Six-months (25 issues each) $100.00 One-year (50 issues each) $180.00 All subscriptions include both the Tribune and Register Full Digital access (includes e-edition): Free with paid print subscription. Digital and e-edition subscription only: $7.99/month Chris Rizer is the president of the Mason County Historical & Preservation Society and director of Main Street Point Pleasant. He can be reached at masonchps@ gmail.com. But, at this point, we shift to the most crucial factor. It has to do with God, for if we believe that God is in control of the affairs of the nations, we must acknowledge that God’s hand surely was on the early development of our nation, and that God’s hand has remained on the extended existence of our nation. As a consequence of it, our nation has been supremely blessed. Furthermore, as a consequence of it, we are presently supremely blessed, not only with freedom, but also with material abundance. The matter to consider is how shall we continue in the days to come to experience from God the blessings of freedom and material abundance, for they certainly come from Him. At this point we shift to Scripture. The Scripture abounds with clues for what the people of a nation must do to ensure the continued hand of God on them for the benefits of freedom and material abundance. The Scripture makes it clear that God withdraws His hand from nations in terms of freedom and material abundance if they do not relate rightly to Him. The kingdom nations of Israel and Judah stand as prime examples. They each had spells of having freedom and material abundance from God only to lose them because of not doing those things God outlined and expected. God has not left us in the dark about these matters, either. For example, Micah 6:8 stipulates that God “…has shown thee, O Man…” what some of His expectations are. The first thing shown to us is “…what is good…” God wants us to know what is good. He wants us to live good. He wants us to do good. He wants us to be good. He does not want us to practice lifestyles, take actions, or have attitudes that are bad. It pleases God when we live life according to what is good in His sight, not according to evil. God wants us to “do justly.” This equates to practicing “justice and judgment,” which is referred to 25 times in the Bible. To practice justice means to see others as God sees them as created in the image of God, who has given to all freedom. If God has given to us freedom, how shall we deny others the same privilege? On the other hand, “judgment” has to do with judging others fairly. It is certainly evident that judging others unfairly is practiced all too often in our nation. God requires of us that we “do justly.” He also requires of us to “love mercy.” For example, love mercy that displays compassion toward others, and not anger. Love mercy that displays respect toward others, and not revenge. Love mercy that is quick to help others in need, and not ignore the needs of others. It is also required that “… we walk humbly with God.” A humble walk is an obedient walk according to the principles of God. A humble walk involves an open walk according to identification with God. We can keep our freedom as we practice these certain spiritual necessities. If you enjoy freedom and material abundance, then this is where it is. COMMUNITY CALENDAR Bingo set Monday, July 11, to benefit animal shelter POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Point Pleasant Moose will Business Ads 1-740-446-2342 be having a Charity Bingo wvnews.com/Classifieds for the Mason County Animal Shelter, 7 p.m., MonYour Bulletin Board Free Ads day July 11. Bingo is open 1-800-345-9153 to the public and is a family YBB.com/FREEADS event so no alcohol is permitclassified@rivercitiesnews.com As I said, one community. The sooner that we accept that, and get past our petty rivalries that do nothing except hold our region back, the better. Who knows? Maybe this new format for the Tribune & Register will even help bridge that gap and better connect our three counties. For now though, we can subscribe, submit news from across the region, and advertise our businesses in the new paper, and I’ll continue to write my article each week, now in the Friday edition. Congratulations to the Register on 160 years of faithfully serving Mason County, and may we wish the new River Cities Register another 160 years of success in all their endeavors! How to keep freedom by Pastor Ron Branch news@rivercitiesnews.com of Point Pleasant’s modern big-box retail options Chris are across the bridge, and Rizer as Main Street director, it’s fairly clear to me that GalliHistorical polis shoppers on our Main Columnist Street outnumber Point Pleasant 2:1. all three papers carried the And, all three county same news and ought to be seats are close enough that consolidated into an area developments in one tend paper. to affect all three. CertainWell, as anyone readly, a good number of Nuing my regular column can cor’s workforce will end up plainly see, the Register living or shopping in Gallia is not dead. It is no more County, and the proposed dead now than after any plant in Camp Conley will of the changes in the last likely have the same effect 160 years under the Weekon Pomeroy and the Bend ly Register, Daily Register, Area. Citizen-Register, and Point Even in the 1800s, this Pleasant Register. Otherwas true. More often than wise, I wouldn’t be here, not, I’m able to find news in writing about our local histhe old Gallipolis Journal tory, as I have for the last and Pomeroy Weekly Telefive years. graph that isn’t mentioned Yes, it’s different, but that in the Weekly Register, or at isn’t necessarily a bad thing. least a slightly less biased Mason, Meigs, and Galversion of the same story, lia counties are, and always and all three papers were have been, one communialways full of tidbits and ty. Folks in Pomeroy shop in happenings from the other Mason and vice-versa, most towns. ted during the event. Must be 18 to play. Prize and cash games. Individual games are sold. Meigs County Board of Health to meet July 12 POMEROY, Ohio — The Meigs County Board of Health meeting will take place at 5 p.m. on July 12 in the conference room of the Meigs County Health Department, which is located at 112 E. Memorial Drive in Pomeroy, Ohio. A proposed meeting agenda is located at www.meigshealth.com. Ohio AFSCME meeting set July 15 GALLIPOLIS, Ohio (WV News) — Ohio AFSCME Re- tiree, Subchapter 102, Gallia & Jackson Counties will meet at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 15 at the Gallia County Senior Resource Center, 1165 State Route 160, Gallipolis. Members are asked to follow all CDC guidelines. For more information, contact Floyd Wright at 740245-0093. Ice cream fundraiser slated Saturday, July 16 LANGSVILLE, Ohio — Annual Ice Cream Fundraiser, 2 p.m., Salem Twp. Vol. Fire Dept. 28844 St. Rt. 124, Langsville, OH, Quarts only ($6 each); 13 flavors More info: Linda at 740-669-4245. Mason County Democratic Executive Committee to meet July 12 The Mason County Democratic Executive Committee will meet Tuesday, July 12, 6:30 p. m. at the Moose Lodge. The appointment of unfilled executive committee member seats will be the main item on the agenda. The following vacancies need to be filled: Committee District 1 (Precincts 27, 28, and 29), both male and female; Committee District 3 (Precincts 9, 21, 22, 23), male only; Committee District 7 (Precincts 12, 13, and 14), both male and female; Committee District 8 (Precincts 15, 16, and 17), both male and female. All Executive Committee members are encouraged to attend. The meeting is open to all county Democrats. TODAY IN HISTORY The Associated Press Today is Friday, July 8, the 189th day of 2022. There are 176 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On July 8, 1972, the Nixon administration announced a deal to sell $750 million in grain to the Soviet Union. (However, the Soviets were also engaged in secretly buying subsidized American grain, resulting in what critics dubbed “The Great Grain Robbery.”) On this date: In 1776, Col. John Nixon gave the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, outside the State House (now Independence Hall) in Philadelphia. In 1853, an expedition led by Commodore Matthew Perry arrived in Yedo Bay, Japan, on a mission to seek diplomatic and trade relations with the Japanese. In 1907, Florenz Ziegfeld staged his first “Follies,” on the roof of the New York Theater. In 1947, a New Mexico newspaper, the Roswell Daily Record, quoted officials at Roswell Army Air Field as saying they had recovered a “flying saucer” that crashed onto a ranch; officials then said it was actually a weather balloon. (To this day, there are those who believe what fell to Earth was an alien spaceship carrying extra-terrestrial beings.) In 1950, President Harry S. Truman named Gen. Douglas MacArthur commander-in-chief of United Nations forces in Korea. (Truman ended up sacking MacArthur for insubordination nine months later.) In 1989, Carlos Saul Menem was inaugurated as president of Argentina in the country’s first transfer of power from one democratically elected civilian leader to another in six decades. In 2000, Venus Williams beat Lindsay Davenport 6-3, 7-6 (3) for her first Grand Slam title, becoming the first Black female champion at Wimbledon since Althea Gibson in 1957-58. In 2010, the largest spy swap between the U.S. and Russia since the Cold War unfolded as 10 people accused of spying in suburban America pleaded guilty to conspiracy and were ordered deported to Russia in exchange for the release of four prisoners accused of spying for the West. In 2016, on the first day of a two-day summit in Warsaw, NATO leaders geared up for a long-term standoff with Russia, ordering multinational troops to Poland and the three Baltic states as Moscow moved forward with its own plans to station two new divisions along its western borders. Today’s Birthdays: Singer Steve Lawrence is 87. Actor Jeffrey Tambor is 78. Rock musician Jaimoe Johanson is 77. Ballerina Cynthia Gregory is 75. Actor Kim Darby is 75. Actor Jonelle Allen is 74. Children’s performer Raffi is 74. Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck is 73. Actor Anjelica Huston is 71. Writer Anna Quindlen is 70. Actor Kevin Bacon is 64. Actor Robert Knepper is 63. Country singer Toby Keith is 61. Rock singer Joan Osborne is 60. Writer-producer Rob Burnett is 60. Actor Rocky Carroll is 59. Actor Corey Parker is 57. Actor Lee Tergesen is 57. Actor Michael B. Silver is 55. Actor Billy Crudup is 54. Actor Michael Weatherly is 54. Singer Beck is 52. Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco is 49. Actor Kathleen Robertson is 49. Christian rock musician Stephen Mason (Jars of Clay) is 47. Actor Milo Ventimiglia is 45. Singer Ben Jelen is 43. Actor Lance Gross is 41. Actor Sophia Bush is 40. Rock musician Jamie Cook (Arctic Monkeys) is 37. Actor Jake McDorman is 36. Actor Maya Hawke is 24. Actor Jaden Smith is 24. �Friday, July 8, 2022 CARDIOLOGY SERVICES PVH Is Always Here. No Matter What Life Brings. Comprehensive medical care is available in the heart of the region at Pleasant Valley Hospital from doctors who never forget what’s most important – you as the patient. Dr. Timothy Damron is one of those doctors. As an experienced cardiologist, he provides care and treatment for heart conditions that include: Heart Failure | Arrhythmias | Cardiomyopathies | Pericardial Disease Peripheral Vascular Disease | Heart Valve Problems | And Many More Now Accepting Patients TIMOTHY DAMRON, MD, FACC 304.675.1484 Hospital 2520 Valley Drive, Ste. G12 | Point Pleasant, WV | pvalley.org A3 �A4 Local Friday, July 8, 2022 Mason Chamber celebrates success at annual awards dinner Marshall President Brad D. Smith provides dynamic presentation about growth From Staff Reports POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. (WV News) — Marshall University President Brad D. Smith gave a dynamic presentation as the keynote speaker for the Mason County Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards dinner held June 28 at the First Church of God auditorium. Smith spoke of the impending growth expected to come to Mason County and West Virginia in general, according to Chamber Director Hilda Austin. Guests viewed a promotional marketing video expounding the economic opportunities the county and state has to offer both small and large industries. Current Chamber President Mario Liberatore presented the Past President 2021 plaque to Leigh Ann Shepard. Chamber Vice President and Point Pleasant Mayor Brian Billings presented the 2021 First Impression Awards in the following categories: Most Attractive New Sign — Mason County Career Center – Accepting the award – School Instructor, Sam Nibert. Best Community Project – Hartley Community Center – Accepting the award – Jack Hamilton Outstanding Revitalization – Ohio Valley Bank North Branch – Accepting the award – Brian Stepp Best Commercial Development – Bob’s Market & Greenhouses – Accepting the award – Bob Barnitz and sons Best Development – Early Education Station #2 – Accepting the award – Jane Haddox and Erika Knapp Young Entrepreneur 2021 – Matthew Roush Community Service Award – 2021 – Anna Barnitz A “silent auction” took place throughout the evening, with proceeds of approximately $1,000 going toward the MCCF Chamber of Commerce Economic Development and Support Fund. Photo by Ed Lowe Anna Barnitz receives the Community Service Award, joining her husband, Scott, as an award winner. Photo by Ed Lowe Photo by Ed Lowe Matt Roush was honored for his entrepreneurship. Ohio Valley Bank received the Outstanding Revitalization award. Brian Stepp accepted the award. Photo by Ed Lowe Anna Barnitz receives her Community Service Award from Mason Chamber Director Hilda Austin. Photo by Ed Lowe Photo by Ed Lowe Jack Hamilton receives the award for Best Community Project. The Mason County Career Center earned the First Impression Award. Accepting is Sam Nibert. Photo by Ed Lowe Bob Barnitz & Sons receive the award for Best Commercial Development. Photo by Ed Lowe Marshall University President Brad D. Smith was the featured speaker at the Mason County Chamber of Commerce annual dinner. Photo by Ed Lowe U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito speaks with Mason County Chamber of Commerce President Mario Liberatore. �Friday, July 8, 2022 A5 �A6 Friday, July 8, 2022 �WV, Ohio News Friday, July 8, 2022 A7 Ohio launches statewide Kanawha judge blocks eWarrant database first Hope Scholarship debuted in Meigs County From Staff Reports Officials say system will improve the accuracy of Ohio’s current background check process From Staff Reports COLUMBUS, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted announced Thursday the official launch of Ohio’s new eWarrants system, a statewide criminal justice database that will improve the accuracy of state and federal background checks and streamline the process to file warrants and protection orders in Ohio. The new eWarrants interface, which was first used in Meigs County, is a shared information technology system free for use by courts and law enforcement that simplifies the process of uploading warrant and protection order information into Ohio’s Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), which are the background-check systems used to prevent inadvertent gun sales to wanted criminals and to aid law enforcement in identifying those with outstanding warrants and open protection orders. Gov. DeWine ordered the development of the eWarrants technology after an analysis by his Warrant Task Force discovered that an untold number of Ohio arrest warrants and protection orders were slow to be — or never — entered into LEADS and NCIC due to the fragmented, inefficient and technologically obsolete warrant entry practices in use by many courts and law enforcement agencies in Ohio. “We developed the new eWarrants system to help our criminal justice agen- DeWine cies overcome the information-sharing barriers that have left dangerous holes in our background check systems,” DeWine said. “Agencies that use the eWarrants interface will be able to get up-to-date, comprehensive information into the hands of law enforcement nationwide almost immediately so that they can better protect the public, protect themselves and prevent the illegal purchase of firearms.” Meigs County Common Pleas Court was the first agency to bring the eWarrant system online. It has reduced its bench warrant filing time to as little as 12 minutes, as opposed to the previous days-long process that involved the hand-tohand transfer of paperwork between agencies and duplicative data entry into multiple case management systems. InnovateOhio coordinated the development of the new eWarrants database between the Ohio Department of Public Safety and Ohio Department of Administrative Services. Use and installation of the interface is available at no charge to all law enforcement agencies and courts in the state and can be integrated to work with record management vendor systems that agencies already have in place. Use of eWarrants is not mandated, but the benefits to public safety and officer safety make this new interface an incredibly valuable tool. “The eWarrant database will also serve as an important efficiency tool for Ohio’s law enforcement agencies, freeing up time and resourc- es for other law-enforcement priorities,” said Lt. Gov. Husted. “We encourage our local criminal justice partners to take advantage of this free and efficient system, which will make the filing process for warrants faster and background checks more accurate. This will save lives and tax dollars.” In addition to Meigs County, the Champaign County Common Pleas Court also recently began using eWarrants, and the Ohio Department of Public Safety is currently conducting outreach to additional agencies in all 88 counties to encourage use of the free system. The development of the eWarrant system is just one component of the DeWine-Husted Administration’s comprehensive plan to help law enforcement increase the number of warrants in the state and federal background check systems and reduce crime in Ohio communities overall. Since taking office in 2019, the number of Ohio warrants entered in NCIC by Ohio law enforcement agencies has increased over 1,000% from 18,117 in March 2019 to 220,206 in June 2022. The administration also created the Ohio Prisoner Extradition Reimbursement Program, which reimburses local agencies for the cost of extraditing dangerous wanted offenders who have been arrested out-of-state or in another jurisdiction on an outstanding warrant. Other assistance for first responders developed by this administration since 2019 include the creation of the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center, Ohio School Safety Center, Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment, Ohio Office of First Responder Wellness, Ohio Ballistics Testing Initiative, Ohio Violent Crime Reduction Grant Program, Ohio Crime Lab Efficiency Program, Ohio First Responder Recruitment, Retention, and Resilience Program and Ohio Court Backlog Reduction Program. Woman indicted by federal grand jury in connection with shootout From Staff Reports CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — A federal grand jury has handed down a three-count indictment against a woman charged in connection with a shootout in which a sheriff’s deputy was fatally injured. Melanie Clodfelter, 41, of Summersville, is now charged with knowingly making a false and fictitious oral and written statement by certifying that she was the transferee of a firearm; unlawfully selling or disposing of a firearm to a convicted felon; and possession of a firearm by someone who is an unlawful user of and addicted to methamphetamine and marijuana, according to information from the office of United States Attorney Will Thompson. The indictment alleges Clodfelter purchased a Radical Firearms, model RF-15, multi-caliber rifle in NichoClodfelter las County on Nov. 17, 2021, and provided it that day to an individual identified in the indictment as “R.H.” A criminal complaint previously filed against Clodfelter identified the individual as Richie Holcomb, who was prohibited from possessing a firearm because of a July 30, 2014, felony conviction for unlawful wounding in Webster County Circuit Court, according to Thompson. Nicholas County Sheriff’s Deputy Thomas Edward Baker III was killed and Cpl. Joshua Ellison was wounded in an exchange of gunfire after responding to a domestic disturbance in the Birch River area on June 3, 2022. Holcomb, 36, was fatally shot in the incident. Clodfelter faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted, according to Thompson. Thompson commended the investigative work of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, which assisted the Nicholas County Sheriff’s Office and the West Virginia State Police in response to the shooting of the two deputies. Assistant United States Attorney Alex Hamner is handling the prosecution. An indictment is merely an allegation, and a defendant is presumed to be innocent unless and until proven guilty. Reports: Law enforcement officers shoot man on W.Va. highway The Associated Press BECKLEY, W.Va. (AP) — Several law enforcement authorities shot a man on a federal highway in West Virginia, news outlets reported Wednesday, and video of the shooting was circulating on social media. Authorities did not release details or respond to requests for more information. In the video, the man walks onto the four-lane freeway near the city of Beckley while holding what appears to be a handgun. At least a half-dozen law enforcement officers are in pursuit with their guns drawn. The man alternately points the object in his hand at his head and raises it in the air several times while facing the officers and then turning his back and walking away. An officer shoots the man, who falls to the ground. Then authorities fire several more times, even as he lies unresponsive. The West Virginia State Police, Raleigh County Sheriff’s Department and the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department did not return calls from The Associated Press seeking comment Wednesday. The Register-Herald reported that the shooting happened Wednesday morning after the man drove a blue pickup truck into a ditch on the side of the highway, then took off on foot. News outlets report that a passerby recorded the video while sitting in a car across from a mall near U.S. 19 near Beckley, in the southern part of the state. Shortly after the shooting, a body lying on the road and covered by a white sheet was removed from the scene and taken away by ambulance, according to the news reports. CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Kanawha County Circuit Judge Joanna Tabit’s issuance of preliminary and permanent injunctions putting the Hope Scholarship program on hold raises questions about what the implications will be for the upcoming school year. Tabit’s ruling enjoined the state from implementing the scholarship program, finding that it violates a provision of the West Virgina Constitution that requires the state to provide a thorough and efficient system of free public schools. The scholarship program would provide money — up to $4,300 per year — for students who leave the public schools system, allowing families to use the funding for a variety of expenses, including tuition and fees at participating private schools and other extracurricular activities. According to published reports, more than 3,000 students were awarded the scholarship for 2022-23. West Morrisey Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said his office will appeal Tabit’s ruling. “I am disappointed with this ruling. We will appeal because this is an important law that provides par- ents greater freedom to choose how they educate their children,” Morrisey said. Our kids deserve the best educational options — we will fight for our kids and the hard-working families of our state to retain this law and uphold its constitutionality.” State Treasurer Riley Moore, chairman of the Hope Scholarship Board, said he is “deeply disappointed” by Tabit’s ruling. “More than 3,100 West Virginia students were relying on having this funding in the fall, and now — at the last minute — they may not be able to get the educational services they want and need,” Moore said. “This program was authorized by the Legislature, and we firmly believe it is constitutional. We will vigorously defend our implementation of this program, which the people of West Virginia have clearly demonstrated they want, so that West Virginia families can choose the educational opportunities best suited for their children.” He also plans to appeal the decision before the state Supreme Court, Moore said. Members of the West Virginia Senate’s Minority Caucus issued a joint statement saying the ruling reaffirms “the caucus’ longstanding position that the HOPE Scholarship program is unconstitutional.” “The program went too far by ignoring the Constitution,” said Senate Minority Leader Stephen Baldwin, D-Greenbrier. “This ruling is the consequence. Public schools are hurt, families counting on the scholarship are left confused, and most importantly students who need the most help continue to be left out by a Legislature more focused on politics than people.” “I think the ‘hope’ here is to destroy public education,” said Sen. Mike Caputo, D-Marion. “We, as elected leaders of the state of West Virginia, hold an obligation to uphold the Constitution, which requires a public education for our children.” The Legislature passed and Gov. Jim Justice signed the Hope Scholarship program into law last year. Tabit’s decision ices the program pending some further legal interdiction. Backers of the program are expected to seek an expedited review by the justices, who ended their most recent term in June and generally don’t hear arguments until late summer, following the Labor Day holiday. Hope Scholarship proponents believe the program will help strengthen education throughout the Mountain State by creating more diversity and more competition. Opponents of the scholarship counter by saying the scholarship program hurts public education by siphoning off taxpayer dollars. Additionally, state public school funding is determined by a formula involving enrolled students; that, too, could lead to degradation of opportunities for public school students, opponents say. Proposed Ohio amendment would limit vaccine mandates by Samantha Hendrickson ASSOCIATED PRESS/ REPORT FOR AMERICA COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A proposed amendment to the Ohio Constitution that would limit vaccine mandates imposed by businesses, health care providers and governments is a step closer to the statewide ballot. The proposal would prohibit those entities from discriminating against people based on vaccination status or mandating any vaccine, medical procedure, treatment or medical device. The Ohio Ballot Board unanimously approved the language Tuesday. Supporters must next collect thousands of valid signatures from registered voters, equal to at least 10% of votes that are cast in the 2022 gubernatorial election. It wouldn’t appear on a statewide ballot until 2023 at the earliest. Diana Smith, a certified medical assistant from Bradford, said she helped initiate the petition not out of opposition to vaccinations, but to ensure Ohioans are “free to do their own research and do what they want with their bodies without fear of losing their livelihood.” “This isn’t just about COVID-19,” Smith added. “I’m not an anti-vaxxer, I’m anti-mandate, I’m anti-discrimination.” Two other initiators are affiliated with the nonprofit, nonpartisan group Ohio Advocates for Medical Freedom, which lobbies for Ohioans to be able to refuse any medical procedure or treatment. When a proposal about prohibiting mandatory vaccinations was introduced by Republicans in the Ohio Legislature last year, opponents including physicians, children’s hospitals and other medical groups argued heavily against it. Vaccine mandates, they said, are not discriminatory but necessary to preserving freedoms by protecting communities against fatal diseases, and that these rapidly spreading diseases affect every part of daily life worldwide. That bill didn’t advance out of a House committee. Samantha Hendrickson is a corps member for the Associated Press/ Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues. �A8 Friday, July 8, 2022 First Amendment Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Brian M. Jarvis • President Andrew B. Kniceley • Publisher John G. Miller • Executive Editor Brimming with potential As those who live in the River Cities region look to the future, we hope it is with eyes wide open to the tremendous potential that the region holds. We’ve mentioned the Nucor plant in Mason County. It’s exciting to imagine the impact 800-1,000 jobs will have on the region. Last week, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito visited Mason County and shared her thoughts on what that plant will mean. “Nucor’s future presence in West Virginia is welcome news and will have a major impact on our state’s economy,” Capito said. “I enjoyed the opportunity today to not only see the future site of Nucor, but also meet with members of the leadership team to discuss the impact this development will have in the region. “As I’ve said before, I’m incredibly proud of this announcement for a number of reasons, but primarily because it shows what we can achieve when we work together at the federal, state, and local levels for solid, long-term successes.” Also on hand for the tour of the site was Marshall University President Brad D. Smith, who has given generously of his time, talents and wealth to stoke development in the Mountain State and along the Ohio River. Smith is the part of what’s become West Virginia’s and the region’s “dream team” of development, joining with Gov. Jim Justice, Economic Development Secretary Mitch Carmichael and Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby to champion the Mountain State. Later, Smith was the featured speaker at the Mason County Chamber of Commerce, where he gave what Chamber Executive Director Hilda Austin told us was a dynamic speech with a vision of the region’s potential. Following his presentation, the Chamber presented its annual awards to well-deserving businesses, individuals and organizations, honoring the success they enjoyed as well as their contributions to the region. Of course, on the Ohio side of the river there is that similar potential as well as effort beginning to take place. We’ve written briefly of Gov. Mike DeWine’s championing of a $500 million investment into the Eastern Ohio counties that are part of Appalachia. Meigs and Gallia are a part of the region. “The state of Ohio is not all about Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland,” DeWine said. “They’re very important, but it’s also about the Meigs counties, the Lawrence counties. It’s about the Washington counties. It’s about, you know, the smaller communities where so many Ohioans live, so many Ohioans work,” DeWine said of the investment. With that kind of funding available, we know local and regional leaders in Meigs and Gallia counties will be working with their state representatives and officials to find ways to spur further economic growth. And coupled with what’s happening on the Mountain State side of the river, the potential is there for something special. Now is the time to set parochialism aside and grow the region back to its longago strength. The time is here and now to move the region forward. A new war between the states WASHINGTON — The polarization of American politics, a trend that began long before Donald Trump ran for president, isn’t running out of steam. If anything, it’s accelerating. Last month it got a boost from a new source: A conservative Supreme Court majority pushing hot-button issues back to the states — not only abortion, but also gun control and environmental regulation, with others likely to come. Americans were already divided over abortion rights; now, thanks to the court, they get to debate the issue in a dozen or more state legislatures. The result is a Pandora’s box of new questions: Can a state prohibit its citizens from traveling elsewhere to seek an abortion? From buying mifepristone pills through the U.S. mail? From merely seeking information about abortion options? The battle won’t be confined within state boundaries. It’s already turning into a virtual war between the states. Texas has passed a law allowing its citizens to sue abortion providers in other states if they treat Texan women. Missouri’s Legislature is considering similar legislation. California, in return, has not only passed a law protecting its citizens from liability for aiding an abortion, but Gov. Gavin Newsom has also promised to provide “sanctuary” for out-of-state women who seek the procedure in his state. Nor is abortion the only question states are contesting. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said last week that he’s willing to argue a Roe-style challenge to the 2015 Su- told me. “The only comparable period in our history, I think, is 1850Doyle 1860” — the decade that led to the McManus Civil War. One especially troubling factor: Our divisions have become self-reinforcing. Primary elections in Guest Columnist gerrymandered districts reward politicians who run as ideologipreme Court decision that guaran- cal purists, not moderate comprotees the right to same-sex marriage. mise-seekers. New York’s Legislature passed a More Americans are telling pollraft of new gun-control regulations sters they distrust people on the last week to counter the Supreme other side of the political divide. Court’s decision to strike down its Some even decide where to live restrictive concealed-carry law. In based partly on political allegiances, the Midwest, Democratic Illinois a trend first noted by Texas jouris blaming Republican Indiana for nalist Bill Bishop in his 2008 book Chicago’s flood of bootleg guns. “The Big Sort.” And despite the court’s decision Sen. Josh Hawley, a Missouri Reto limit the Environmental Protec- publican, celebrated that phenometion Agency’s authority to regunon last month when he lauded the late greenhouse gas emissions, Cal- Roe decision as “a watershed moifornia plans to press ahead with ment” that could strengthen the tougher regulations at the state lev- GOP’s grip on power in red and el. purple states by prompting Demo“It’s very hard to find any area crats to move elsewhere. where divisions among states are “Red states, they’re going to benot growing,” Donald F. Kettl of come more red, and purple states the University of Maryland, a lead- are going to become red, and the ing scholar of federalism, said last blue states are going to get a lot week. “You can see it in income, ed- bluer,” Hawley predicted. ucation, health and basic goverThe good news is that protests, nance — and now, how we count litigation and moving to new states the votes after Election Day. It’s in- are nonviolent actions. They don’t creasingly the case that the govern- add up to civil war in the Fort Summent we get depends on where we ter sense. live.” But smaller-scale political vioThose widening divergences have lence is already on the rise, mostprompted some pundits, and even ly on the extreme right, according a few scholars, to suggest that the to the National Consortium for the United States is sliding toward a Study of Terrorism and Responses second civil war. to Terrorism. About 1 in 3 Repub“We clearly are closer to civil war licans and 1 in 5 Democrats agreed than we were 50 years ago,” Robwith the statement that “it may be ert D. Putnam of Harvard, an emi- necessary at some point soon for nent and even-tempered sociologist, citizens to take up arms against the government,” a poll released last week by the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics found. Few if any reputable scholars think a shooting war is likely soon. “There are still a lot of equilibrating mechanisms built into our system — not just political, but economic,” Putnam said. He noted that red states and blue states are fully integrated in a single national economy, unlike during the 19th century. “The costs of economic fracture to both sides would be enormous,” he said. Kettl agreed — halfway. “Our ability to muddle through and find an equilibrium has eroded,” he said. “The danger is that we will slip back into the kind of tensions between the states that occurred in the 1850s. I don’t think we’re there yet, but I’m pretty worried.” As for ready solutions, both came up empty. “I don’t have any therapy to prescribe,” said Putnam, who spent much of his career working to build cohesion in American communities. Perhaps the only way to soften these divisions will be through old-fashioned political competition — not only in national elections, but critically also in the state and local elections that Republicans have learned to dominate. It took a generation or more for the tide of polarization to build. Reversing it will be the work of a generation, too. Doyle McManus is a columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Readers may send him email at doyle.mcmanus@latimes.com. ©2022 Los Angeles Times. Women, it’s time to run for something The news on Jan. 23, 1973, that the Supreme Court had legalized women’s access to abortion through Roe v. Wade wasn’t even the top story in The Atlanta Constitution that day. The big news, instead, was that former President Lyndon B. Johnson had died at his Texas ranch. More coverage of the Roe decision came over the next few days, with one article quoting the president of Georgia Right to Life, which is still a force in Georgia politics, promising, “The battle has just begun.” Another article described women in Atlanta, who had been lobbying for abortion rights, saying they were “excited and a little confused” about how the ruling would be implemented. But what really caught my eye in the 49-year-old edition of the paper was a separate item with advice for women. “Share knowledge with your mate,” it read. If you want to see how much American society has changed since Roe was decided nearly 50 years ago, I recommend a thorough read of that item, which counsels women to tell their husbands, not about how the Roe ruling might affect them, but about ways to help their men keep hair and hands wellgroomed. “He may never get around to asking, but that doesn’t mean the man in your life wouldn’t like to have some of your know-how,” it said. Since the day that Roe was decided, and maybe because of the day Roe was decided, women have a lot more to teach men than how to voices in government. That means that laws that affect Patricia women’s lives, including now their Murphy most personal choices about access to abortion, will be mostly decided by men. “How do women celebrate the Political Columnist Fourth of July knowing they are not truly free?” Melita Easters said brush their hair. to me in an interview on Thursday. Women have jumped from being “Women are being placed in a sec24% of college students in 1973 to ond-class citizenship by this deci57% of graduates in the classes of sion.” 2020. Easters is the executive direcThey’ve jumped from 9% of med- tor of Georgia WIN List, which ical students in 1973 to 54% of has been dedicated to electing promedical school graduates in 2020, choice Democratic women to the and from being 7% of law school state legislature for the last 22 students 50 years ago to making up years. She said the ruling overturn54% of law school graduates today. ing Roe makes that work more urWomen’s financial independence gent than ever. “Male legislators in hearings on has increased, and so have their expectations of being able to make de- bills about choice stumble over pronouncing the names of the female cisions for themselves. reproductive body parts,” she said. But as much as women’s roles “I think some of them would be in the workforce and in their communities have been revolutionized, hard-pressed to show you on a diathe one area that hasn’t changed as gram where they are.” Easters credited the growing much is their participation in polinumber of women in the Georgia tics and elected office. Legislature for the fact that GeorWomen made up 6.4% of state gia’s six-week abortion ban, which legislatures in 1974. They’re only about one-third of state lawmakers could soon be implemented, passed by the narrowest margin of any anacross the country now. Men outti-abortion law in the country, with number women in 49 of 50 state just one vote to spare in the state legislatures in the country, includHouse and with only one woman ing in Georgia. voting yes in the state Senate. The numbers are even lower Just a few more pro-choice Demin Congress, where 28% of House members are female and 24% of the ocratic women could reverse the outcome, she said, and she believes senators are women. more will be elected in 2022 beWhy does that matter? Because cause of last month’s ruling. women make up the majority of Democratic women aren’t the voters and the majority of the poponly ones who want better repreulation, but a drastic minority of sentation in office. Martha Zoller is a conservative talk radio host in Gainesville and the interim director of the Georgia Life Alliance, an anti-abortion advocacy group. She ran for Congress once herself as a Republican and knows about the barriers that women face running for office. They often delay running because they have young families at home. Once they’re in a race, they’ll probably face sexism and questions like she did, when a voter asked who was taking care of her kids while she was campaigning. But she said more Republican women need to be involved too. “I don’t buy into the argument that the only thing women care about is reproductive rights and education. I think they’re all important,” she said. “But I think that it is hard to get a woman’s point of view, and you have to work harder to do it,” when men outnumber women in office. Since the day Roe was decided in 1973, almost everything about women’s lives and roles in the country has changed, but until more women run for office and win, many decisions in their lives are going to be decided by men. If women want real independence, it’s time to run for something. Patricia Murphy is a political columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. © 2022 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Atlanta, Ga.) �Local, WV News, Obituaries, From Page A1 5th-graders participate in Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs event From Staff Reports FIVE POINTS, Ohio (WV News) — Fifth-graders from across Meigs County got to spend an exciting day at the end of the school year learning about fishing — while also learning about the dangers of drugs. The Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs event at the Kountry Resort Campground near Pomeroy included 200 fifth-graders from Eastern, Meigs and Southern elementary schools as well as Mid Valley Christian School. The campground hosted previous events in 2018 and 2019. The Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District, Ohio State University Extension and the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office including the school resource officers (and more than a few parent volunteers) collaborated during this four-day event. The campground provided a small, easily accessible pond for students to experience actual fishing. Meigs SWCD staff provided the fishing information with students learning how to cast a fishing line properly and safely, about caring for habitats, hunting and fishing laws and handling and identifying fish. In afternoons, the students got to practice their skills by fishing. “Many students in our county live near a stream, pond, public lake or river,” said Meigs SWCD education coordinator Jes- Submitted photo Two-hundred county fifth-graders participated in this year’s Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs event sponsored by the Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District, Ohio State University Extension, Meigs County Sheriff’s Office and other agencies at the Kountry Resort Campground near Five Points. The event took place over four days with groups of up to 50 fifth-graders daily learning about fishing while also receiving anti-drug abuse messages. sie Donohue. “Learning the importance of aquatic stewardship is important for our rural area.” Michelle Stumbo and Nancy Sydenstricker, educators with the Meigs County OSU Extension talked with the youth about some do’s and don’ts of both over-the-counter and prescription medication, and also talked about other healthy alternatives to drugs. They then made positive word bracelets to remind the children that they are valued and cared for and that drugs are never an option. “The kids have a lot of fun and make a lot of noise while making their positive word bracelets,” said Sydenstricker. “We use Generation Rx lessons to show them that some med- ications look like candy, but they should never take anything unless given to them by a trusted adult. We also play a good choices and bad choices game that helps them know the right answers when it comes to medications” MCSO and resource officers interacted with students in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere offering a positive interaction with law enforcement and respect for the out-of-doors. Meigs County is a rural area with serious drug and alcohol problems and the officers discussed making good choices and dealing with the many stresses of adolescence. Resource officers had activities that offered ideas for making good choices, saying no to drugs, speaking up when they think something is wrong and being friendly to others. Students were encouraged to be “reel” leaders in their school, community and county. “Having a positive and successful fishing experience encourages students to continue using outdoor recreation to deal with everyday stresses of life,” said Meigs SWCD district administrator Jenny Ridenour. Whitetail Unlimited Buffington Island Chapter provided each student with a rod and reel to take home. “Students learned there are many resources available to them in our county,” Ridenour said. “Events like this provide students the tools not only to succeed at fishing but with contacts and stress-relief resources to help them succeed in life.” After W.Va. opioid verdict, another case postponed the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration or the state Board of Pharmacy. The defendants also had systems in place to monitor suspicious activity, as required by the Controlled Substances Act, he said. “Plaintiffs failed to show that the volume of prescription opioids distributed in Cabell/Huntington was because of unreasonable conduct on the part of defendants,” Faber wrote in a decision that came nearly a year after closing arguments in that case. The Cabell County-Huntington lawsuit alleged the distributors created a public nuisance by flooding the Ohio River community with 81 million pills over eight years. The suit sought more than $2.5 billion that would have gone toward abatement efforts. But Faber said West Virginia’s Supreme Court has only applied public nuisance law in the context of conduct that interferes with public property or resources. He said to extend the law to cover the marketing and sale of opioids “is inconsistent with the history and traditional notions of nuisance.” The companies blamed an increase in prescriptions written by doctors along with poor communication and pill quotas set by federal agents. Huntington has long been an epicenter of the nationwide opioid addiction and overdose epidemic that has been linked to more than 500,000 deaths over the past two decades. That status led West Virginia to being aggressive in lawsuits over the trauma earlier than most states. It settled with the three distributors in 2017 and 2019 in deals worth a total of $73 million. But the state did not participate in a $21 billion nationwide settlement with those companies that was finalized this year and would have resulted in a larger payout for West Virginia than what the state received in the earlier deals. The nationwide impact of Monday’s ruling in West Virginia could be muted because the companies have struck the broader settlement, which is intended to have most of the funds go to fighting the opioid crisis. In another lawsuit, the state of West Virginia reached a tentative $161.5 million settlement in May with Teva Pharmaceuticals Inc., AbbVie’s Allergan and their family of companies and a $26 million settlement in March with Endo Health Solutions. not explicitly say whether he plans to call one special session or two. “I guess you’ll hear in the next day or two,” he said. “You’ll hear as to whether or not we’ll try to take them both up at the same time in the interim. It seems to me that’s the best place to do this.” Detailing the year-end revenue numbers, Hardy said the data for the fiscal year showed growth in four key income streams for the state. “Basically, 99% of our revenue growth comes from four places, and that would be the personal income tax, the consumer sales tax, the current corporate net income tax and the severance tax,” he said. “To have the kind of success we’re having, you can’t have success in two of the four or three of the four — you’ve got to have it in all four, and we had record-breaking revenue in all four categories.” Personal income tax collections for Fiscal Year 2022 were nearly $2.5 billion in total, Hardy said. “Which was an increase above estimates of $465.5 million,” he said. “Our personal income tax revenue, compared to a year ago, went up 16.6%.” Consumer sales tax collections were $1.817 billion above estimates, Hardy said. “Which was a 7.7% increase from Fiscal Year 2021,” he said. “Another indicator that our economy in West Virginia is growing and doing very well.” Corporate net income tax collections were $206 million above estimates, Hardy said. “(That’s a) 35.1% increase in one year in corporate net income tax,” he said. “Which means our companies, our employers are also doing very well.” Severance tax collections were $438 million above estimates, Hardy said. “That is not a typo,” he said. “Our severance tax collections for the entire fiscal year went up by 180%.” Severance tax collections accounted for 13.4% of the state’s total revenue collections in Fiscal year 2022, Hardy said. “That’s the highest number that we’ve ever had as a percentage of state revenue,” he said. “Which indicates that our severance tax is growing while at the same time our other revenue sources are growing as well.” July’s interim meetings of the West Virginia Legislature are scheduled for July 24-26 at the State Capitol in Charleston. by John Raby ASSOCIATED PRESS CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A trial in a lawsuit accusing three major U.S. drug distributors of causing a health crisis throughout West Virginia was postponed Tuesday, a day after the companies prevailed in another case in the state. Attorneys who represented Cabell County and the city of Huntington on the losing end of a verdict announced in federal court Monday were granted a continuance of a trial a day later in Kanawha County Circuit Court. The trial involves more than 100 other cities and counties statewide against the same defendants: AmerisourceBergen Drug Co., Cardinal Health Inc. and McKesson Corp. Attorneys for the municipalities and the companies met in the judge’s chambers just prior to the start of the hearing. Once in the courtroom, attorneys for the plaintiffs asked that the start of the trial be continued. The defense had no objections and the request was approved. In the federal bench trial, U.S. District Judge David Faber said the plaintiffs offered no evidence that the companies distributed controlled substances to any entity that didn’t hold a proper registration from TAX (Continued from Page A1) This is the maximum reduction the state can carry out under the guidelines of the federal American Rescue Plan Act, Hardy said. The guidelines of ARPA will be in place through the end of 2024, at which time the state could pursue further reductions of the personal income tax, he said. Justice recently said he planned to call a special session of the Legislature to task lawmakers with clarifying the state’s laws on abortion in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade. While Justice said he thinks the July interim meetings are the “best place” for lawmakers to take up both the abortion issue and the tax cut bill, he did AP photo FILE — Paul T. Farrell Jr., an attorney representing plaintiffs in a lawsuit against three major U.S. drug distributors, speaks to reporters outside the federal courthouse in Charleston, W.Va. A federal judge on Monday ruled in favor of U.S. drug distributors AmerisourceBergen Drug Co., Cardinal Health Inc. and McKesson Corp. Friday, July 8, 2022 John Vincent Goodwin POMEROY, Ohio — John Vincent Goodwin, of Pomeroy, passed away Friday, July 1, 2022, after a lengthy illness. John was born in Pomeroy on January 23, 1950, the second son of David and Philomena (Ventre) Goodwin. He is survived by his wife of four years, Cheryl Howells-Goodwin; sons Kyle (Carissa) Goodwin and Jay (Lisa) Goodwin with his first wife Linda (Hackett) Goodwin; stepsons Robert (Julia) Howells, Scott (Blanca) Howells and Kenneth (Tiffany) Howells: granddaughters Caitlin and Kayleigh Goodwin and grandson Henry Goodwin: step grandsons Nathan, Cody, Brandon, Greyson, Joshua, Christopher, Noah, Dakota, and Uriah Howells, Tim Leiffer, and Colton Bonenberger, step granddaughter Sydney Howells, step great-grandson Gibson Keller, and step great-granddaughter Hazel Leiffer. He is also survived by brothers David (Brenda) Goodwin and Gene (Sherry) Goodwin, and sister Marlene (Mark) Friedman, as well as additional extended family. John graduated from Pomeroy/Meigs Local High School — where he was a member of the band, the basketball and football teams, and the National Honor Society — in 1968. He then attended The Ohio State University, graduating in 1972 and remaining a dedicated follower of the school’s football and basketball teams. After college, he pursued a long career as an accountant, which he began after passing all sections of the CPA exam on his first attempt — a rare feat at the time. John enjoyed good food, good friends, and good jokes. He was an avid sports fan throughout his life, watching and attending countless games over the years, including during his decades living in South Florida, where he also coached and refereed youth soccer and football and served as a Boy Scout leader for many years. He was a lover of animals, including his two devoted dogs, Abby and Lucy. He was a kind person who tried to help others when he could. He will be missed. Arrangements are being handled by Anderson Mc- Obituary deadlines The River Cities Tribune and Register publish paid obituaries submitted by licensed funeral homes, as well as obituaries of verified deaths submitted and BOE (Continued from Page A1) Board member Meagan Bonecutter will be on the Wellness Committee as well as the Mason County Library Board. Dale Shobe will serve as the board representative to the Mountain State Education Services Collaborative. In other business, the board heard from Keith Burdette, Mason County Schools superintendent, on what he wants to focus on this coming school year. “My two biggest goals are to improve student academic growth and student safety,” Burdette said. The county started a pilot project this past school year entitled “I-Ready.” It is a program overseen by Curriculum Associates, and Burdette said it went so well this year, that they approved a three year extension. “We are really pleased with the results, and as teachers got more used to using the program, the better off the students were. In addition, we are looking at expanding our Career Technical Education as well. We received a significant donation from Nucor, and we are studying the best way to allocate that funding,” Burdette said. He explained that the A9 Daniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. A memorial service will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alfred United Methodist Church, Meigs County Canine Rescue and Adoption Center, and The National Kidney Foundation. Bernard ‘Bernie’ Marshall PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Bernard Redmond “Bernie” Marshall, 75, of Parkersburg passed away June 23, 2022 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born on March 31, 1947 in Parkersburg, son of the late Gene and Dorothy Ware Marshall. Mr. Marshall proudly worked as a “telephone man”, starting as an installer and advancing to General Manager over the forty years of service with C&P Telephone, Verizon and Armstrong. He was a graduate of Parkersburg High in 1965 and attended Mountain State Business College and Parkersburg Community College. Bernie served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. Upon retiring Bernie enjoyed golf, boating, car shows and fishing with the grandchildren. He was a member of the American Legion Post 15 and attended New Hope Baptist Church. Surviving is his loving wife of 53 years, Pamela McGraw Marshall, children: Christine Johnson of Burlington, NC, Aaron Marshall (Sheila) of Cary, NC, Bernard “Butch” Marshall (Dana) of Paducah, KY, Andrea Sergi of Scottsdale, AZ and sister Susan Venuto (Marc) of San Antonio, TX. Bernie also leaves a legacy in 12 grandchildren: Marshall, Hayden, Christian, Brody James, Megan, Katelinn, Christian, Bash, Trevor, Morgan, Cameron and Colton along with four great-grandchildren: Abby, River, Jordon and Lucy. Memorial services will be Saturday, July 9, 11 a.m. at Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg with Pastor Kurt Busiek officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to service (10 a.m.). Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.LeavittFuneralHome.com. paid for by family members. Obituaries can be emailed to obits@rivercitiesnews.com. Deadline for Tuesday’s edition of the Tribune is 10 a.m. Mondays; for Friday’s edition of the Register the deadline is 10 a.m. Thursday. county schools are currently partnering with Mountwest Community & Technical College and the Robert C. Byrd Institute to provide training opportunities for students interested in a career with Nucor. “We want to expand the breadth and depth of our CTE because of new job opportunities in Mason County,” Burdette said. The superintendent went on to say that his second goal, student safety, is a priority. “We will be looking at improving our facilities and determining the proper strategies to ensure student safety. I attended the House of Delegates hearing a few weeks ago about school safety. We heard a lot of good ideas and willingness to partner with us from Homeland Security reps and others presenting at the meeting,” Burdette said. Enrollment looks to be stabilizing, Burdette said. He expects the total enrollment in Mason County schools to be between 3,800 and 3,900. He added that they will most likely see about 20 county students using the Hope Scholarship, which keeps the enrollment numbers about where they were last school year. �A10 Friday, July 8, 2022 CELEBRATING LIBERTY The annual Point Pleasant Liberty Fest Parade was held Monday, bringing hundreds of people together to celebrate the country’s 246th birthday. From county, region and 4-H royalty, to various marching units and businesses, the celebration was a reminder of what community and freedom means in this country. Here are photos captured by Ed Lowe. Weather, Liberty Fest Parade �River Cities Sports Leader Friday, July 8, 2022 Ohio State opens with Notre Dame Buckeyes will then face the many rigors of Big 10 by Colton Jeffries SPORTS WRITER COLUMBUS, Ohio — Last season came up roses for the Buckeyes, and this season could be even better. Headed by third-year head coach Ryan Day, the Ohio State football team will be looking to improve on a successful 2021 season. Last season, the Scarlet and Gray finished with a 11-2 (8-1 Big Ten) record, finishing second in the Big 10 East Division, finishing up with a 48-45 victory over the Utah Utes in the Rose Bowl. Ohio State will have a total of eight games at home, with the first five contests in the 2022 season taking place at Ohio Stadium. Out of the conference, the Buckeyes open the season against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish Sept. 3 at home. Their other two out-of-conference games come from schools in the Group of 5, playing the Arkansas State Red Wolves and the Toledo Golden Rockets. The 2022 season comes at a time of great change across the whole landscape of college football. The USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins announced their intent to move from the Pac-12 Conference to the Big 10 June 30 starting in the 2024 season, with more teams rumored to join them. Below are brief descriptions of the squads Ohio State will face during the 2022 season. Vs. Notre Dame – Sept. 3 Despite the historical significance these two teams have, the Buckeyes and Fighting Irish have only faced each other six times so far, with Ohio State having the 4-2 edge. The last time these two teams met was in the Fiesta Bowl at the end of the 2016 season, where Ohio State took the 44-28 victory. Last season, the Irish finished with a 11-2 record, narrowly missing out on a spot in the College Football Playoff. In bowl season, Notre Dame lost 37-35 to the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the Fiesta Bowl. The Irish finished No. 8 in the Associated Press poll. Vs. Arkansas State – Sept. 10 This will be the first time the Buckeyes have faced the Red Wolves. Last season, Arkansas State finished with a 2-10 record, placing them dead last in the Sun Belt West Division. Vs. Toledo – Sept. 17 The Buckeyes are undefeated against the Golden Rockets, controlling a 3-0 overall record. Their last meeting was during the 2011 season, where Ohio State won 2722 in Columbus. Last season, Toledo finished 7-6, placing them third in the MAC West Division. In bowl season, the AP photo/Carlos Osorio Golden Rockets lost 31-24 to the Middle Tennessee Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) returns for his sophomore season after rushing for 1,248 yards and Blue Raiders in the Baha- 15 touchdowns last season. mas Bowl. Vs. Wisconsin – Sept. 24 The Buckeyes open up play in the Big 10 Conference by hosting the Wisconsin Badgers. Ohio State holds a 6118-5 series advantage over Wisconsin. Their last meeting was during the 2019 season in the Big 10 championship, where the Buckeyes emerged the victors by a score of 34-21. Last season, the Badgers finished with a 9-4 record, putting them third in the Big 10 West Division. In bowl season, Wisconsin defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils 20-13 in the Las Vegas Bowl. Vs. Rutgers – Oct. 1 The Buckeyes finish their long homestand with a game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The Scarlet and Gray are undefeated against Rutgers, boasting an 8-0 record. The Buckeyes got that eighth win last season, besting the Scarlet Knights 52-13 on the road. Rutgers finished their 2021 campaign with a 5-8 record, placing them in sixth in the Big 10 East Division. Despite the losing record, Rutgers was selected to compete in a bowl game due to a low number of qualifying teams. In bowl season, the Scarlet Knights lost 3810 to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in the Gator Bowl. AP photo/Jay LaPrete Ohio State head coach Ryan Day enters his fifth season with an amazing 34-4 record. The Buckeyes are coming off an 11-2 season. At Michigan State – Oct. 8 Ohio State’s first road game of the 2022 season comes against the Michigan State Spartans. The Buckeyes hold a 20win advantage over the Spartans, including six consecutive victories, for a record of 35-15. Last season, Ohio State won 56-7 at home. Sparty finished the 2021 season with a 11-2 record, placing them in third in the Big 10 East Division. In bowl season, the Spartans defeated the Pittsburgh Panthers 31-21 to win the Peach Bowl. Michigan State finished 2021 ranked ninth in the nation. AP photo/Noah K. Murray Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud returns after throwing for 4,435 yards and 44 touchdowns last season. Vs. Iowa – Oct. 22 Despite the two straight kansas Razorbacks in the losses, the Hawkeyes still Outback Bowl. The Buckeyes return from a bye week with a finished 2021 ranked No. At Northwestern – cross-divisional match- 23 in the nation. Nov. 5 up against the Iowa At Penn State – Oct. Not counting any possiHawkeyes. 29 ble postseason games, this The Scarlet and Gray Ohio State returns to will be the only time the holds an overall record of 46-15-3 over the Beaver Stadium for a road Buckeyes have two-congame against the Nittany secutive games on the Hawkeyes. Lions. road. However, Iowa won the The Buckeyes have an Ohio State has a big 64last meeting 55-24 at home overall lead over Penn 14-1 overall lead against during the 2017 season. State with a record of 22- the Northwestern WildThe Hawkeyes finished 14, including a winning cats. their 2021 campaign with streak of five games. Much like Wisconsin, a 10-4 record, good enough Last season, Ohio State the Scarlet and Gray’s for the top spot in the Big won 33-24 at Ohio Stadi- last meeting with North10 West Division. um. western took place at the After losing to Michigan The Nittany Lions fin- Big 10 Championship, this 42-3 in the Big 10 Cham- ished 2021 with a 7-6 re- time in 2020. pionship, the Hawkeyes cord, placing them fourth The Buckeyes won 22fell 20-17 to the Kentucky in the Big 10 East. 10. Wildcats in the Citrus In bowl season, Penn Bowl. State lost 24-10 to the Ar- See STATE, B2 WVU president says, ‘I would not be surprised to see the Big 12 expand’ by Greg Hunter BLUEGOLDNEWS.COM MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The latest tsunami of conference realignment may not strike West Virginia athletics directly, but there doesn’t seem much doubt that the Mountaineers and many other Power 5 schools will likely be caught up in the waves sent cascading throughout the landscape because of USC’s and UCLA’s announced switch from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten. Big 12 programs like WVU, as well as those in the ACC and Pac-12, are now considering their next moves as the Big Ten and SEC are in the process of raiding other leagues to form financially dominant super conferences. How everything shakes out is still to be determined, as there are likely more conference moves ahead, but West Virginia University president E. Gordon Gee believes the Mountaineers and the Big 12 have a chance to strengthen themselves in the midst of this reshuffling. “I would not be surprised to see the Big 12 expand,” noted Gee during an interview on the MetroNews Statewide Gee Sportsline. “The Big Ten and SEC may continue to do what they’re doing, but (the Big 12 is) going to be very competitive in that world, I assure you. “If you can’t tell, I’m more energized. I keep thinking that people are giving us opportunities, and we just need to run with them.’” The Big 12 has had plenty of changes of its own in the past year. Oklahoma and Texas announced last summer that they were leaving the Big 12 and heading to the SEC. The exact exit fee and departure date (the latest being 2025) for OU and UT haven’t been finalized yet, but at some point, the Sooners and Longhorns are leaving the league they helped found in 1995 and moving to one that pays even more when it comes to media rights. On top of that, the Big 12 will soon have a new commissioner, as Bob Bowlsby is retiring after a decade at the helm and Brett Yormark, who has previously served as a high-ranking executive for Roc Nation, the New York/New Jersey Nets, NASCAR and others, is going to take over the role officially on Aug. 1. With all the changes in college athletics, though, Yormark almost certainly has to have a hand in the Big 12’s moves even sooner. “There are a lot of moving parts,” said Gee, who has been the president at WVU since 2014 (and also 1981-85) and before that led Ohio State (2007-13 and 1990-98), Vanderbilt (2000-07), Brown (19982000) and Colorado (198590). “We’re very happy with our new commissioner because he comes in at exactly the right time. As you know, he probably has the biggest media Rolodex in the country. I think he is going to bring some common sense to the situation.” Having been the president of some major universities over the past four decades, Gee has witnessed plenty of changes in that time. “I was surprised by Texas and Oklahoma,” he admitted, “but USC and UCLA was not unexpected, because the Pac-12 has had challenges with its television rights. “Then we have all the other issues with NIL and with the Portal. In my 42 years as a university president, I have never seen more moving parts at one time. I’ll tell you something — in the last three or four months, I’ve spent more time on college athletics than I have in the last 42 years. It’s become that intense. “I think money has become a driving force in almost everything,” continued the 78-year-old Gee. “We let the money get ahead of our common sense.” Money has fueled almost all conference shifts, as the payout from media partners has become huge and the gap between the haves and have-nots has widened. Projections are that SEC members will earn in the neighborhood of $80 million per school per year in the near future, and the Big Ten’s additions of USC and UCLA may push its next media contract into that range as well … or maybe even higher if it can also convince Notre Dame to jump on board. See WVU, B2 �B2 Friday, July 8, 2022 Cleveland, From Page B1 Browns trade Mayfield, send quarterback to Panthers by Tom Withers ASSOCIATED PRESS CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield’s wild fouryear ride in Cleveland is over. The No. 1 overall pick in 2018, Mayfield was traded Wednesday by the Browns, who moved on from the divisive quarterback months ago and finally sent him to the Carolina Panthers for a future draft pick. Mayfield, who was pushed out of his starting job amid the Browns’ pursuit of Deshaun Watson, is going to Carolina for a conditional draft pick in 2024 or 2025. The Browns are paying $10.5 million of Mayfield’s $18.8 million contract for next season, two people familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The Panthers will pay $4.8 million and Mayfield will take a $3.5 million pay cut, said the people, who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the trade can’t be finalized until Mayfield passes a physical. Mayfield can earn back some of the money through incentives. Also, if he plays 70% of Carolina’s snaps next season, the pick the Browns are receiving will be a fourth-rounder in 2024. The trade was announced by both the Browns and Panthers, who coincidentally will meet in next season’s opener in Charlotte, a matchup spiced up by Mayfield switching teams. Mayfield’s time with the Browns effectively ended in March when the team Kirk Irwin Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) lines up for a play during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, on Dec. 12, 2021, in Cleveland. Mayfield’s rocky run with Cleveland officially ended Wednesday, July 6, 2022, with the Browns trading the divisive quarterback and former No. 1 overall draft pick to the Carolina Panthers, a person familiar with the deal told the Associated Press. traded three first-round selections and six overall to the Houston Texans for Watson, who is facing a possible NFL suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. Watson has been accused of sexual misconduct by two dozen massage therapists in Texas. The league’s disciplinary officer is expected to rule on Watson before the Browns open training camp later this month. Mayfield, who played most of last season with a left shoulder injury, felt betrayed by Cleveland’s move for Watson, demanded a trade and then had to wait until the Browns found a team both interested in him and willing to take on his salary. Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam thanked Mayfield for his contribu- tions. “From the moment he was drafted, he gave his all for this organization and this city,” they said. “With his fierce competitive spirit, he excited the fanbase and accomplished things that no player at his position had done in Cleveland for a very long time. He also made a difference in the community, whether it was hosting events at the Boys and Girls Club, honoring our troops, supporting the Special Olympics as well as countless other charitable endeavors.” The 27-year-old will compete for Carolina’s starting QB job with Sam Darnold, who was taken two picks after Mayfield in 2018. The Panthers, who have not made the playoffs since 2017, have been searching for stability at the quarterback position ever since head coach Matt Rhule was hired in 2020. They also took a run at Watson before he chose Cleveland. Mayfield’s four years with the Browns included fewer memorable moments than distracting ones as he couldn’t end the team’s long search for a franchise QB. The stint was full of highs and lows, coaching changes, too much drama and not nearly enough wins. Former Browns general manager John Dorsey was enamored with Mayfield’s talent and swayed by his swagger, choosing the Heisman Trophy winner from Oklahoma first despite other options, including Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson. Mayfield began his rookie season as Tyrod Taylor’s backup before com- ing off the bench in Week 3 and rallying the Browns to their first win in 635 days, a 21-17 victory over the New York Jets on national TV. Mayfield wound up passing for 3,725 yards and throwing 27 touchdown passes as a rookie, breaking the NFL record for a first-year quarterback. For the first time in years, there was genuine hope for a floundering franchise that has had 32 starting QBs since 1999. However, Mayfield’s second season was a major setback. He threw nearly as many interceptions (21) as touchdowns (22) and seemed to be on a different page of the playbook than star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Cleveland went 6-10 and fired coach Freddie Kitchens. Mayfield also regularly squared off with commentators criticizing his play and sparred with local reporters. His immaturity showed particularly on social media, where he often posted rebukes to detractors. The 2020 season signaled a turnaround as Mayfield led the Browns back to relevance with their first postseason appearance since 2003. He thrived in first-year coach Kevin Stefanski’s offense, throwing 20 TD passes and just three interceptions in his last 12 games. Mayfield directed a playoff win — the Browns’ first since 1994 — over the rival Pittsburgh Steelers on Jan. 10, 2021, and came within minutes of getting Cleveland to the AFC Champi- onship a week later before losing at Kansas City. The resurgence triggered Super Bowl predictions for the Browns in the 202122 season and speculation they would sign Mayfield to a long-term contract. Neither came close to happening. After dropping the hyped season opener to the Chiefs, the game’s outcome decided when Mayfield threw a late interception, he suffered a torn left shoulder labrum the following week while trying to make a tackle. The injury worsened when he was sacked by Arizona’s J.J. Watt a few weeks later, and Mayfield never found his rhythm the rest of the season. Beckham forced his way off the roster and the Browns stumbled to a 8-9 finish and missed the playoffs. Mayfield also raised eyebrows by publicly questioning Stefanski’s play-calling. Mayfield sat out the finale and had surgery soon after. Browns general manager Andrew Berry said he expected Mayfield to bounce back as the team’s starter in 2022, but everything changed with the pursuit of Watson. In recent weeks, as Watson’s legal entanglement dragged on, there had been speculation the Browns could turn to Mayfield. But the quarterback recently said he didn’t think a reconciliation was possible. They were done with him long ago. AP Sports Writer Steve Reed in Charlotte, North Carolina, contributed to this report. STATE (Continued from Page B1) The Wildcats finished the 2021 season with a 3-9 record, putting them last in the Big 10 West. Vs. Indiana – Nov. 12 The Buckeyes hold a 7712-5 series lead over the Indiana Hoosiers, including an 11-game win streak. That streak would stretch all the way to 27 games, had the 2010 win not been vacated. Last season, the Buckeyes won 54-7 on the road. The Hoosiers finished last season with a 2-10 record, putting them last in the Big 10 East. At Maryland – Nov. 19 The penultimate game of the 2022 season comes on the road against the Maryland Terrapins. The Buckeyes are undefeated against the Terps with a 7-0 record. AP photo/Jay LaPrete Last season, Ohio State Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson, left, celebrates his touchdown against won 66-17 at home. Tulsa with teammate Dawand Jones during the first half of an NCAA college football The Terrapins finished game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. their 2021 season with a 7-6 record, placing them fifth in the Big 10 East Division. In bowl season, Maryland defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 54-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl. AP photo/Jay LaPrete Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson, right, outruns Penn State defensive back Ji’Ayir Brown before being pushed out of bounds during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State won 33-24. 59-51 overall disadvantage against the Wolverines. However, they were on a 8-game winning streak until last season’s defeat snapped it. The Wolverines finished Vs. Michigan – Nov. 26 2021 with a 12-2 record, Naturally, the season winning the Big 10 East wraps up with The Game. Division. After toppling Iowa 42-3 In a rarity for the program, Ohio State is at an in the Big 10 Champion- ship, Michigan moved on to the College Football Playoff. However, the Wolverines lost 34-11 in the semifinals to the eventual champion Georgia Bulldogs in the Orange Bowl. Michigan finished their 2021 campaign ranked third in the nation. for those media deals, in particular the ones for the SEC and Big Ten in comparison to the other three Power 5 conferences, has left schools like Oklahoma, Texas, USC and UCLA moving to greener pastures. Those left behind are trying to make the best out of the current situation. “From our point of view, talking about West Virginia University and the Big 12, it opens up a lot of opportunities,” stated Gee. “We just have to take advantage of those opportunities and think outside our own footprint. As you look at the landscape, the possibility of expansion will always be there. “We want to make sure we don’t panic. I think what happened with Texas and Oklahoma, immediately when that (announced departure) happened, my gosh, the world caved in and everyone panicked. I was probably the most panicked, I don’t know,” he chuckled. “I came home, took some Valium, and said, ‘Let’s start thinking about this.’ And you know, after we sang ‘Kumbaya,’ the eight remaining presidents got on a conference call and said we love and appreciate this conference, let’s think strategically. We did and got four new teams. I think that’s the world we’re in right now. “I say this to our fans — we have no reason to panic,” Gee concluded. “This is an opportunity we’ll take full advantage of. I don’t know what direction we’re going to go; I’m not going to predict. But I do think that expansion always is a potential for our future.” WVU (Continued from Page B1) The Big 12 schools each currently receive approximately $20 million annually from the league’s media rights contracts, which end in 2025. The league’s total payout to each member is closer to $40 million annually, as the additional money comes though profits from conference championships and bowl games, as well as its share from the College Football Playoffs, NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournaments, etc. The Pac-12 TV deal, which expires in 2024, is reportedly worth $21 million per year per school, and the ACC’s brings $17 million to each member each year and runs through 2036. The disparity in money �Friday, July 8, 2022 B3 �B4 Friday, July 8, 2022 Gallia County Church Directory APOSTOLIC Pyro Chapel Church 4041 CH&D Road, Oak Hill, Ohio. Services, Sunday school -children and adults, 10 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m. Wednesday night Bible study. 7 p.m. Life Line Apostolic Four miles north on W.Va. Rt. 2. Sunday morning, 10 a.m., Sunday evening, 7 p.m.: Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic Van Zandt and Ward Road. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m.; worship. 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday; 7:30 p.m. Apostolic Gospel Church 1812 Eastern Ave. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Calvary Christian Center, Inc. 553 Jackson Pike. Gallipolis. Sunday worship. 11 a.m.: Sunday school, 10 a.m.;Wednesday-Bible Study or Prayer-6 p.m. Apostolic Faith Church of Pentecostal &Assemblies of the World 190 Vale Road. Bidwell. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday seivice, 12 p.m. Bible study and prayer service, Wednesday, 7 p.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD Lighthouse Assembly of God Ohio 160, Worship 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Adult Bible Study 7 p.m. Sunday Evening 6:30 p.m. Liberty Assembly of God Dudding Lane, Mason, W.Va., Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday children’s church. 11 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Thursday Bible study. 7 p.m. BAPTIST Pathway Community Church 730 Fourth Ave., Gallipolis. Sunday worship, 11 a.m.; Mid-week children and adult programming. Countryside Baptist Chapel 2265 Harrisburg Road, Bidwell. Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; worship, l1 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church 1100 Fourth Ave., Gallipolis Sunday school, 9 a.m.; worship, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; AWANA Wednesday, 6:45 p.m. Gallia Baptist Church Dry Ridge Road. Gallia Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Church Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m., AWANA Sunday 5:45 p.m. Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Vinton, Ohio. Pastor: First and Third Sundays, Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. Vinton Baptist Church 11818 Ohio 160 Vinton. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, l0:30 a.m. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Canaan Missionary Baptist Ohio 218, Gallipolis. Sunday school, 9:30 am.; Sunday worship, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. Faith Baptist Church 3615 Jackson Pike. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study; 6:30 p.m. Mercerville Missionary Baptist Church 117 Burlington Rd, Crown City. Ohio 45623 Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday evening worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Good Hope United Baptist Church Ohio 218. Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Wednesday and Sunday 6 p.m. Rio Grande Calvary Baptist Church Sunday school, 9:45 a.m.; Worship, l0:45 a.m., Bible Study 6:30 pm every Wednesday White Oak Baptist Church 1555 Nibert Rood, Gallipolis. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship. 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday youth services. 7:30 p.m.; Tuesday prayer meeting and Bible study, 7:30 p.m. Victory Baptist Church Victory Road, Crown City Sunday morning service, 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m,; Wednesday evening, 7 p.m. French City Southern Baptist 3554 Ohio 160. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Paint Creek Regular Baptist 833 Third Ave. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday, 6 p.m. New Hope Baptist Church Ohio 554 Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. Old Kyger Freewill Baptist Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday night service, 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting and youth service, 7 p.m. Silver Run Freewill Baptist Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Worship. l1 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Silver Memorial Freewill Baptist Church Sunday 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. Poplar Ridge Freewill Baptist Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 6:30 p.m.; Sunday prayer meeting and Bible study. 6:30 p.m.: Wednesday service, 7 p.m. Salem Baptist Church Gage. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service. First and third Sundays, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Addison Freewill Baptist Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 10:50 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m., Wednesday night prayer meeting, 7 p.m. Centerpoint Freewill Baptist Church Centerpoint and Nebo Roads. Sunday morning 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m. Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. Old Emory Freewill Baptist Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 7 p.m.; Friday, 7 p.m. Cheshire Baptist Church Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. Northup Baptist Sunday school. 9:45 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. on the first and third Sunday of each month; Sunday evening, 7 p.m.; Youth every Wednesday, 6 p.m.; Bible study at 7 p.m. Providence Missionary Baptist Church 3766 Teens Run Road, Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study and youth night, 7 p.m. Prospect Enterprise Baptist Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday and Wednesday, 7 p.m. Good News Baptist Church 4045 George’s Creek Road, Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. Sunday Evening 6 p.m., Wednesday Evening 6 p.m. Springfield Baptist Church Vinton. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; preaching, 7 p.m.; Bible study, Wednesday. 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church 600 McCormick Road, Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Mee1ing, 6 p.m. Deer Creek Freewill Baptist Church Koontz Sailor Road, Vinton. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday. 7 p.m. Guyan Valley Missionary Baptist Church Platform. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:40 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Mount Carmel Baptist Church Bidwell. Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; worship, l0:45 a.m.; Wednesday, 6 p.m. Trinity Baptist Church Rio Grande. Sunday school. 823 Elm St. Racine, OH 740-949-3210 p.m., with adult Bible study, Church of God of Prophecy 380 White Road. Ohio 160. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship. 11:15 a.m.; children’s church, 11:15 a.m.; Sunday service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday night Bible study, 7 p.m.; Wednesday youth meeting, 7 p.m. Eureka Church of God Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 6 p.m. New Life Church of God 576 Stale Rome 7 North Gallipolis, Oh, Sunday Services 10 a.m.; Sunday Worship 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. EPISCOPAL Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church 541 Second Ave., Gallipolis. Sunday worship with Communion. 10 a.m., Fellowship & refreshments following. FULL GOSPEL Community Christian Fellowship 290 Trails End, Thurman. Sunday worship, kids church and nursery, 10 a.m.; youth night Wednesday, 7 p.m. Vinton Full Gospel Church 418 Main Srreet, Vinton. Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 6 p.m. Family movie night. 3rd Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Vinton Fellowship Chapel Keystone Road. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 7 p.m.; Wednesday. 7 p.m. INDEPENDENT Bulaville Christian Church 2337 Johnson Ridge Rd., Gallipolis, OH 45631 Sunday School 10 a.m.; Worship Service10:30 a.m.; Bible study, Wednesday 6 p.m. Crown City Community Church 86 Main Street, Crown City Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; youth meeting, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.; adult Bible study, Wednesday, 7 p.m. Christian Community Church FOP Building, Neal Road Sunday 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Freedom Fellowship Route 279, OakHilL Pastor: Sunday school, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Tuesday prayer and praise. 7 p.m. Macedonia Community Church Claylick Road, Patriot. Sunday school and worship services, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Thursday service, 7p.m. Trinity Gospel Mission 11184 Ohio 554, Bidwell Sunday school, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Tuesday, 7 p.m. Promiseland Community Church Clay Chapel Road, Gallipolis. Sunday school, 10 a.m. Sunday evening, 4 p.m.; prayer meeting, Tuesday, 7 p.m. Bailey Chapel Church Ohio 218. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship service, 11 a.m.; Sunday night worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Debbie Drive Chapel Off of Ohio 141 Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday preaching and youth, 7 p.m. Peniel Community Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 11 a.m.; Thursday. 7 p.m. Pine Grover Holiness Church Off of Ohio 325 Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Dickey Chapel Hannan Trace Road. Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Liberty Chapel Crown City. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 7 p.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m. Elizabeth Chapel Church Third Avenue and Locust Street. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:35 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bethlehem Church 1774 Rocky Fork Road, Crown City. Sunday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Faith Community Chapel Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Nebo Church Sunday, 6 p.m. Morgan Center Christian Holiness church. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Walnut Ridge Church Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Morning worship, 10:30 a.m. Kings Chapel Church King Cemetery Lane, Crown City. Sunday morning worship, 10 a.m.; Sunday school, 11 a.m.; Sunday evening worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening prayer meeting, 7 p.m. Jubilee Christian Center George’s Creek Road. Worship, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Danville Holiness Church Ohio 325. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:35 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Garden of My Hearth Holy Tabernacle 4950 State Rt. 850, Bidwell. Services are conducted Thursday, 6 p.m.; Saturday 6 p.m.; and Sunday 10 a.m. Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church Valley View Drive, Crown City. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Rodney Church of Light 6611 Ohio 588. Fellowship, 9:15 a.m.; Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school, 10:40 a.m.; youth, 6 p.m. LATTER-DAY SAINTS The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Ohio 160. Sacrament service, 10-11:15 a.m., Sunday school, 11:20 a.m.-12 p.m.; relief society/priesthood, 12:05-l p.m. LUTIIERAN New Life Lutheran 900 Jackson Pike. Gallipolis, Sunday Worship: 10 a.m. and Sunday School: 9 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Bible study at Poppy’s on Court Street, Wednesday, 10 a.m. and Friday 9 a.m. UNITED METHODIST Grace United Methodist Church 600 Second Ave., Gallipolis. Sunday. Worship. 8:30 a.m.; Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:45 a.m., Sunday youth ministry 6-8 p.m., Wednesday-for men only, 8 a.m. Christ United Methodist Church 9688 Ohio 7 South. Adult Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship and children’s church, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday night Bible study, 6:30-8 p.m. River of Life United Methodist 35 Hillview Drive, Gallipolis. Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; worship. 10:30 a.m. Fair Haven United Methodist Kanauga. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, l0:30 a.m. Bidwell United Methodist Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Worship 9 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church Ohio 160 at Ohio 554 in Porter. Sunday worship. 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, 9 a.m. Saturday. CROWN EXCAVATING Free Estimates 740-256-6456 5885 ST. RT. 218 GALLIPOLIS Jay Cremeens Andrea Cremeens 75 Grape St. Gallipolis, OH 740-446-6333 9:30 a.m.; worship; 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Mina Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Neighborhood Road. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday and Wednesday service, 6 p.m. Corinth Missionary Baptist Church Jimis Emary Road, Oak Hill. Sunday school 10 a.m.; service. 11 a.m. Every second and fourth Sunday. Harris Baptist Church Ohio 554, Rio Grande, Ohio Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday service, 11 a.m.; Wednesday Bible Study. 7 p.m. Fellowship Baptist Church 600 McCormick Road Sunday school 9:30 a.m: Wednesday Prayer mee1ing 6 p.m. CATHOLIC Saint Louis Catholic Church 85 State Street, Gallipolis. Daily mass, 8 a.m.; Saturday mass. 5:30 p.m.; Sunday mass, 8 and 10 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Bidwell Church of Christ Ohio 554, Bidwell. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship. 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Church of Christ 234 Chapel Drive. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Church of Christ at Rio Grande 568 Ohio 325 North, Bidwell. Sunday Bible study, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 11 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. CHRISTIAN UNION Church of Christ in Christian Union 2173 Eastern Avenue, Gallipolis. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday youth ministries and adult service, 7 p.m. Fairview Church of Christ in Christian Union Alice Road. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Ewington Church of Christ in Christian Union l76 Ewington Road. Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; worship l0:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. CHRISTIAN CHURCH First Christian Church of Rio Grande 814 Ohio 325 North, Rio Grande. Sunday school, 9 a.m.; worship, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Bible study and youth meeting, 7 p.m., Wednesdays. Gallipolis Christian Church 4486 Ohio 588. Sunday worship, 8:30 a.m., l0:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Sunday School. 9:45 a.m.; youth meeting and adult Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Little Kyger Congregational Christian Church Little Kyger Road, Cheshire. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. Central Christian Church 109 Garfield Ave., Gallipolis Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.: morning worship service. 10:25 a.m.; youth meeting, 5:30 p.m.; evening worship service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD First Church of God 1723 Ohio 141. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:25 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday family night; Bible study, 6-8 p.m. Rodney Pike Church of God 440 Ohio 850 Sundayworship. l0:30 a.m., Wednesday groups. 7 Bethel United Methodist Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship. 7:30 p.m. Bethesda United Methodist Ohio 775. Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school. 10:30 a.m. Simpson Chapel United Methodist Lake Drive, Rio Grande. Sunday worship. 11 a.m.; Bible study, 1 p.m. Monday. Thurman Church Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. Centenary United Methodist Church Ohio 141. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m.; worship, 9:30 a.m. Patriot United Methodist Church Patriot Road. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship: 11:05 a.m.; Sunday evening Bible study, 6 p.m. Children’s church, Thursday, 6 p.m. NAZARENE First Church of the Nazarene 1110 First Ave., Gallipolis. Sunday school. 9 a.m.; worship, 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday. 7 p.m. NON-DENOMINATIONAL Oasis Christian Tabernacle 3773 George’s Creek Road. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship. 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening, 7 p.m. Faith Valley Community Church 4315 Bulaville Pike, Gallipolis, OH Sunday morning 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Wednesday 7 p.m., KJV Bible preached each service Fellowship of Faith 20344 Ohio 554, Bidwell. Worship service. 10 a.m. Sunday; Gentle Worship 2 p.m. third Sunday each month; midweek opportunity, 7 p.m. Wednesday. Gallia Cornerstone Church U.S. 35 and Ohio 850. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m., worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wednesday teen service, 6 p.m..; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. River City Fellowship Third Ave. and Court Street Sunday celebration, 10 a.m. Contemporary music and casual. Old Garden of My Heart Church 1908 Fairview Drive, Bidwell. Sunday night service, 6:30 p.m., Sunday school for children, 6:30 p.m. Liberty Ministries Ohio 325, Rio Grande; Sunday fellowship, 10 a.m.; Worship and work, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday service. 7 p.m. New Beginnings Revival Center 845 Skidmore Road, Bidwell, Ohio. Sunday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bell Chapel Church 19 Bell Ave at Eastern Avenue, Sunday morning 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Wednesday evening 7 p.m. New Life Church of God 210 Upper River Road. Gallipolis. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday night prayer, 7 p.m. Triple Cross Sunday school, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m. McDaniel Crossroads Pentecostal Church Cadmus Road, Cadmus. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, and children’s church, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 51 State Street. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. Wilkesville First Presbyterian Church 107 South High Street, Wilkesville, Sunday Morning Service 9:30 a.m. WESLEYAN Crown City Wesleyan Church 26144 Ohio 7 South. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday family night 7 p.m. Morgan Center Wesleyan Church Imersection of Morgon Center and Clark Chapel Rd, Vinton, Ohio; Sunday school 9:45 a.m. church services 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening church services, 7 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. Nathan King 800 West Main St. Pomery, OH 740-992-9060 740-441-9941 • 877-545-7242 19 Locust Street, Gallipolis, OH 45631 cremennsfh@yahoo.com Advisory Services are provided through Creative Financial Designs, Inc, a Registered Investment Advisory, & Securities are offered through CFD Investments, Inc., a Registered Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA & SIPC. Faith Investment Services is not owned or controlled by CFD. DAVID & DUSTIN MINK WHERE CONVENIENCE & QUALITY CARE MEET 740-446-0724 Transfer your prescriptions by calling 740-992-2955 or visiting www.swisherandlohse.com 2147 Jackson Pike, Bidwell, OH 45614 galliaautosales.com SHOP LOCAL AND SAVE! Our Mission is Simple: Provide great customer service and take pride in our work. If you have those things, everything else falls into place. 740-466-6877 | obscollision.com 1072 State Rt. 7 South, Gallipolis, OH �Friday, July 8, 2022 B5 Meigs County Church Directory FELLOWSHIP APOSTOLIC Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic Van Zandt and Ward Road. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m.; evening, 7:30 p.m. The Refuge Church 121 W 2nd St. Pomeroy, OH 45769. Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Emmanuel Apostolic Tabernacle, Inc. Loop Road off New Lima Road, Rutland. Sunday services. 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, 7 p.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD Liberty Assembly of God Dudding Lane. Mason, W.Va. Sunday services. 10 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. BAPTIST Carpenter Independent Baptist Church Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; preaching service, 10:30 a.m.; evening service, 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. Cheshire Baptist Church Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m.; evening service, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. Hope Baptist Church (Southern) 570 Gram Street, Middleport, Sunday school. 9:45 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Rutland First Baptist Church Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:45 a.m. Pomeroy First Baptist East Main Street, Pomeroy. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. First Southern Baptist 41872 Pomeroy Pike. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship. 10:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. First Baptist Church Sixth and Palmer Street. Middleport Sunday school, 9:15 a.m.; worship, 10:15 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday. 7 p.m. Racine First Baptist Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:40 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Silver Run Baptist Sunday school, 10 a.m.; evening, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday services, 6:30 p.m. Mount Union Baptist Children’s Sunday school, adult Bible study, 10 a.m.; Sunday evening, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday services, 6:30 p.m. Old Bethel Free Will Baptist Church 28601 Ohio 7, Middleport. Sunday service, 10 a.m.; Tuesday and Saturday services, 6 p.m. Hillside Baptist Church Ohio 143 just off of Ohio 7. Sunday unified service. Worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services. 6 p.m. Victory Baptist Independent 525 North Second Street, Middleport. Worship, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday services. 7 p.m. Faith Baptist Church Railroad Street, Mason. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services. 7 p.m. Forest Run Baptist 108 Kerr Street, Pomeroy, OH, Sunday school, 10 a.m.: worship, 11:30 a.m. Mount Moriah Baptist Fourth and Main Street, Middleport, OH. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:45 a.m. Antiquity Baptist Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening, 6 p.m. Rutland Freewill Baptist Salem Street. Rutland. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 11:30 a.m.; evening service and youth meeting, 6 p.m. Second Baptist Church Ravenswood, W.Va. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship. 11 a.m.; evening, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Mason, WVa. W.Va. Route 652 and Anderson Street. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; morning church. 11 a.m.; evening, 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. Pageville Freewill Baptist Church 40964 SR #684 Pageville, OH Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Catholic Church 161 Mulberry Ave., Pomeroy, Ohio Saturday confessional 4:45-5:15 p.m.; mass 5:30 p.m.; Sunday confessional, 8:45-9:15 a.m.; Sunday mass 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Westside Church of Christ 33226 Children’s Home Road, Pomeroy, OH. Sundy traditional worship, 10 a.m., with Bible study following, Wednesday Bible study at 7 p.m. Hemlock Grove Christian Church Church school (all ages). 9:15 a.m.; church service, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. Pomeroy Church of Christ 212 West Main Street. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. Middleport Church of Christ Fifth and Main Street. Sunday school, 9 a.m; morning worship service 10 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday services 7 p.m. Keno Church of Christ First and Third Sunday. Worship. 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. Bearwallow Ridge Church of Christ Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday services, 6:30 p.m. Zion Church of Christ Harrisonville Road, Rutland, Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. Tuppers Plains Church of Christ Worship service 9 a.m.; communion, 10 a.m.; Sunday school, 10:15 a.m.; youth, 5:50 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 7 p.m. Bradbury Church of Christ 39558 Bradbury Road, Middleport. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. Rutland Church of Christ Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship and cmmunion 10:30 a.m. Bradford Church of Christ Ohio 124 and Bradbury Road. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship. 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m.; Wednesday adult Bible study and youth meeting, 6:30 p.m. Hickory Hills Church of Christ Tuppers Plains, Bible class 9 a.m.; Sunday worship,10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible class 7 p.m. Reedsville Church of Christ Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship service, l0:30 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, 6:30 p.m. CHRISTIAN UNION Hartford Church of Christ in Christian Union Hartford, W.Va. Sunday school. 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD Mount Moriah Church of God Mile Hill Road, Racine. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday services 7 p.m. Rutland River of Life Church of God Sunday worship, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. CONGREGATIONAL Trinity Church 201 E. Second St, Pomeroy. Worship, 10:25 a.m. EPISCOPAL Grace Episcopal Church 326 East Main Street, Pomeroy. Holy Eucharist, 11 a.m. HOLINESS Independent Holiness Church 626 Brick Street. Rutland. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.rn.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. Community Church Main Sireet, Rutland. Sunday worship. 10 a.m.; Sunday services, 7 p.m. Danville Holiness Church 31057 Ohio 325, Langsville. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer service 7 p.m. Calvary Pilgrim Chapel State Rome 143. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship,11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. Rose of Sharon Holiness Church Leading Creek Rood, Rutland. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting 7 p.m. Wesleyan Bible Holiness Church 75 Pearl Street, Middleport. Sunday: worship service, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday eveniing service 6 p.m.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. LATTER-DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Ohio 160. Sunday school 10:20-11 a.m.; relief society/ priesthood, 11:05 a.m.-12 p.m.; sacrament service, 9-10:15 a.m.; homecoming meeting first Thursday. 7 p.m. LUTHERAN Saint John Lutheran Church Pine Grove. Worship, 9 a.m.; Sunday school, 10 a.m. Our Savior Lutheran Church Walnut and Henry Street, Ravenswood, W.Va. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. Saint Paul Lutheran Church Comer of Sycamore and Second streets. Pomeroy. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. UNITED METHODIST Graham United Methodist Worship 11 a.m. Bechtel United Methodist New Haven. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday prayer meeting and Bible study 6:30 p.m. Mount Olive United Methodist Off of 124 behind Wilkesville. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Thursday services, 7 p.m. Alfred Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. Chester Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m. Joppa Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school 10:30 a.m. Long Bottom Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. Reedsville Worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school 10:30 a.m.; first Sunday of the month 7 p.m. Tuppers Plains Saint Paul Sunday school, 9 a.m.; worship. 10:15 a.m.; Bible study, Tuesday 10 a.m. Asbury Tope’s LIFESTYLE FURNITURE Syracuse. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday services, 7:30 p.m. Flatwoods Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11:15 a.m Forest Run Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 9 a.m. Heath 339 S. 3rd Ave., Middleport. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. Asbury Syracuse Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m. New Beginnings Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday school 9:15 a.m. Rocksprings Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship service 10 a.m.: 8 a.m. worship service Rutland Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; worship, 10:30 a.m.; Thnrsday services 7 p.m. Salem Center Sunday school, 10:15 a.m.; worship, 9:15 a.m.; Bible study, Monday 7 p.m. Bethany Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship, 9 a.m.; Wednesday services, 10 a.m. Carmel-Sutton Carmel and Bashan Roads, Racine. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Wednesday Bible study, noon. Morning Star Sunday school. 11 a.m.; worship, 10 a.m. East Letart Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship 9:30 a.m. Racine Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Tuesday Bible study 7 p.m. Coolville United Methodist Church Main and Fifth Street. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 9 a.m.; Tuesday services 7 p.m. Bethel Church Township Road 468C. Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. Hockingport Church Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. Torch Church County Road 63. Sunday school 9:30 am.; worship 10:30 a.m. FREE METHODIST Laurel Cliff Laurel Cliff Road. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study,7 p.m. NAZARENE Point Rock Church of the Nazarene Route 689 between Wilksville and Albany. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday service, 6 p.m. New Hope Church of the Nazarene 980 General Hartinger Parkway, Middleport. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study, 6:30 p.m.; men’s Bible study, 7 p.m. Reedsville Fellowship Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday services. 7 p.m. Syracuse Church of the Nazarene Sunday school 9:30 a.m., worship 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday and Sunday evenings 7 p.m. Chester Church of the Nazarene Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service, 6 p.m. Rutland Church of the Nazarene Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m. NON-DENOMINATIONAL Common Ground Missions Sunday, 10 a.m. Team Jesus Ministries 333 Mechanic Street, Pomeroy. Sunday worship 10:30 a.m. New Hope Church Old American Legion Hall, Fourth Ave., Middleport. Sunday. 5 p.m. Syracuse Community Church 2480 Second Street, Syracuse. Sunday evening, 6:30 p.m. A New Beginning Harrisonville. Thursday, 7 p.m. Amazing Grace Community Church Ohio 681, Tuppers Plains. Sunday worship 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Oasis Christian Fellowship (Non-denominational fellowship). Meet in the Meigs Middle School cafeteria. Sunday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Community of Christ Portland-Racine Road. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship l0:30 a.m.; Wednesday services, 7 p.m. Beihel Worship Center 39782 Ohio 7 Sunday 10 a.m Ash Street Church 398Ash Street, Middleport. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday service 6:30 p.m.; youth service 6:30 p.m. Agape Life Center 603 Second Ave., Mason. Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Abundant Grace 923 South Third Street, Middleport. Sunday service 10 a.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Faith Full Gospel Church Long Bottom. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m.; Friday fellowship service, 7 p.m. Harrisonville Community Church Sunday, 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Middleport Community Church 575 Pearl Street, Middleport. Sunday school 10 a.m.; evening 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday service 7:30 p.m. Faith Valley Tabernacle Church Bailey Run Road. Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Thursday service 7 p.m. Syracuse Mission 1141 Bridgeman Street, Syracuse. Sunday School 10 a.m.; evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday service, 7 p.m. Dyesville Community Church Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship,10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Morse Chapel Church Worship, 5 p.m. Faith Gospel Church Long Bottom. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Full Gospel Lighthouse 33045 Hiland Road, Pomeroy. Sunday school 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening 7:30 p.m. South Bethel Community Church Silver Ridge. Sunday school 9 a.m.; worship 10 a.m. Second and fourth Sundays; Bible study. Gallia County Council On Aging Senior Resource Center Providing Seniors with: Transportation • Adult Day Service Home Care & Nutrition • Painting Games • Playing Pool • Crocheting 740-446-3045 | topeslifestylefurn@hotmail.com 856 Third Avenue, Gallipolis, OH 45631 740-446-7000 1165 State Rt. 160, Gallipolis, OH Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Carleton Interdenominational Church Kingsbury. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m. Freedom Gospel Mission Bald Knob on County Road 31. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 7 p.m. Fairview Bible Church Letart, W.Va. Rt. 1. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Faith Fellowship Crusade for Christ Friday 7 p.m. Calvary Bible Church Pomeroy. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday service 7:30 p.m. Stiversville Community Church Sunday school 11 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Rejoicing Life Church 500 North Second Ave., Middleport. Worship 10 a.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Clifton Tabernacle Church Clifton. WVa. Sunday school. 10 a.m.; worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Full Gospel Church of the Living Savior Route 338, Antiquity. Saturday, 2 p.m. Salem Community Church Lieving Road, West Columbia, W.Va. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Hobson Christian Fellowship Church Sunday 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Restoration Christian Fellowship 9365 Hooper Road, Athens. Sunday worship 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. House of Healing Ministries Ohio 124, Langsville. Pastors: Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Hysell Run Community Church 33099 Hysell Run Road, Pomeroy, Ohio. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service 7 p.m.; Sunday night youth service, 7 p.m, Thursday Bible study 7 p.m. Endtime House of Prayer Ohio 681, Snowville. Sunday school 10 a.m., worship 11 a.m.; Bible study, Thursday 6 p.m. Mount Olive Community Church 51305 Mount Olive Rd, Long Bottom, OH 45743. Sunday school 9:30 am, Sunday evening 6 p.m. Grace Gospel 196 Mulberry Avenue, Pomeroy, OH 45769. Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday service 11 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m., Wednesday 6 p.m. PENTECOSTAL Pentecostal Assembly Tornado Road, Racine. Sunday school 10 a.m.; evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday services 7 p.m. PRESBYTERIAN Harrisonville Presbyterian Church Sunday worship 9:30 a.m. Middleport First Presbyterian Church 165 N Fourth Ave., Middleport, OH 45760. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship service 11:15 a.m. United Brethren Eden United Bretliren in Christ Ohio 124. between Reedsville and Hockingport. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship, 11 a.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Sunday service 7 p.m. Mount Hennon United Brethren in Christ Church 36411 Wickham Road, Pomeroy. Adult Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship and children’s ministry 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday adult Bible study and Kingdom Seekers 6:30 p.m. WESLEYAN White’s Chapel Wesleyan Coolville Road. Pastor: Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Willis Funeral Home Prearrangement Center Garfield Avenue, Gallipolis, OH 740-446-9295 Kevin Petrie Jeff Dunlap G&W Auto Parts LLC 216 Upper River Road, Gallipolis, OH 45631 740-446-1813 • Fax: 740-446-4056 www.napagallipolis.com Kebler Financial Karl Kebler III, CPA, Wealth & Tax Advisor 111 W. 2nd St., Pomeroy, OH 45769 740-992-7270 Securities offered through Avantax Investment ServicesSM, Member FINRA, SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Avantax Advisory ServicesSM. 740-446-0842 or 800-446-0842 252 Upper River Road, Gallipolis, OH 45631 www.norrisnorthupdodge.com �B6 Friday, July 8, 2022 Point Pleasant Church Directory METHODIST Hartford United Methodist Hartford. Sunday worship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday school 10:45 a.m. Graham United Methodist Rt. 62. Sunday worship 11 a.m.; Sunday school, 10 a.m. Asbury United Methodist Rt. 62, Letart. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Worship 1st and 3rd Sundays 11 a.m.; Youth every Sunday 6 p.m. New Haven United Methodist 511 5th St. Worship 9:30 am Sunday school, 10:45 a.m.; Bible study, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Trinity United Methodist 615 Viand St., Point Pleasant. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m.; Traditional worship service 10:45 a.m.; youth, 6:30 p.m.; prayer service, 7 p.m., Union United Methodist Rt. 1, Letart. Worship service, Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; meeting, Sunday, 7 p.m. Oak Grove United Methodist Oak Grove Rd., Letart. Worship service & Sunday school 10 a.m. Bellmead United Methodist Corner of Burdette St. and Howard Ave., Point Pleasant. Sunday morning 9:45 a.m.; Sunday school 10:45 a.m.; Sunday worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m. Mason United Methodist Worship Service 9:45 a.m.; Sunday school for youth 11 a.m. Vernon United Methodist RT. 2, Letart. Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Moore’s Chapel Rocky Fork Rd., Ashton. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 11 a.m.; Sunday & Wednesday evening services 7 p.m.; Youth fellowship 6:30 p.m. Heights United Methodist 2016 N. Main, Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Bible study Wednesday 7 p.m. Clifton United Methodist Clifton. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; Tuesday Bible study 6:30 pm Good Shepherd United Methodist Rt. 2, Point Pleasant. Sunday worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school 10:30 a.m. Leon United Methodist Leon. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. Krebs Chapel Sand Hill Rd., Sunday School 10 a.m., morning worship 10:45 a.m., Sunday evening 7 p.m., Wednesday evening Bible study 7 p.m. Mount Union Pliny. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday & Sunday night 7 p.m.; youth fellowship 7 p.m. Bachtel United Methodist Layne St., New Haven. Worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday school 11 a.m. Morning Star 2423 Jackson Ave., Point Pleasant. Sunday school, 10 a.m. Thursday 7 p.m. West Columbia United Methodist Rt. 62, West Columbia. Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday school 11 a.m.; Tuesday Bible study 6:30 p.m. Beech Hill United Methodist Southside, W.Va.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; church service 11 a.m.; Wednesday prayer and Bible study, 7 p.m. Oak Grove United Methodist Oak Grove Rd., Letart, Sunday school 10 a.m., worship 11 a.m., 7 p.m. Sunday evening service Mt.Carmel Gallipolis Ferry. Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Thursday worship 6 p.m. BAPTIST First Baptist Church of Mason (Independent Fundamental) 2nd & Anderson St., Mason, Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Faith Gospel Mission (Independent Baptist Fellowship) Hannan-Trace Rd. Glenwood, WVa. Sunday school 10 a.m., Sunday morning church; Sunday and Tuesday 7 p.m. Faith Gospel (Independent Fundamental) Gallipolis Ferry, Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday night prayer and Bible study 7 p.m. Main Street Baptist Church 1100 Main St., Point Pleasant. Sunday morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday prayer and youth fellowship 6:30 p.m. Concord Baptist American Baptist Jim Hill Rd. Henderson,W. Va. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship service 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m. Wednesday evening worship, 6 p.m. Old Town Board Baptist Church Rt. 2, Letart, off Sand Hill Rd. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Jackson Avenue Baptist 2816 Jackson Ave. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m.; Jr. Church 7 p.m. Grace Baptist (Independent Fundamental) Rt. 62, Ohio River Rd. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday service 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday prayer 7 p.m. Davies Grove Baptist Long Hollow Rd., Letart. Sunday service 10 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Bible study Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Wolfe Valley Tribble Rd. Sunday school 10 a.m.; service 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Crab Creek Rd. Gallipolis Ferry. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday morning church service 11 a.m. New Haven Baptist (Independent) Rollins St. New Haven. Sunday morning worship 10:30 a.m Jordan Baptist Gallipolis Ferry. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; prayer, Bible study & youth groups 7 p.m. Leon Baptist Main St., Leon. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; morning worship 10:45 a.m.; evening worship 7 p.m.; prayer & Bible study Wednesday 7 p.m. Harmony Baptist (Abcusa) Corner of US Rt. 35 & Little 16 Mile Creek Rd. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship 10:45 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Church Announcements Sponsored By These Local Merchants Palestine Baptist Palestine Creek Rd., Ashton. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Bible study, Wednesday 7 p.m. Faith Baptist 2nd St., Mason. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Bible study Wednesday 7 p.m., Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Upland. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; prayer meeting Wednesday 7:30 p.m., Ashton Baptist Ashton. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m.; Bible study Wednesday 6:30 p.m. New Hope Bible Baptist Church End of Robinson St. Point Pleasant.. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 10:50 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening 6:30 p.m.; special youth programs Wednesday 6:30 p.m. New Beginnings Baptist Church 8443 Sandhill Rd. Point Pleasant, Christ centered, Bible based family worship, Sunday at 11 a.m. Graham Baptist (Independent Fundamental) Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday worship 10:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Lifespring Community Church 2414 Jackson Ave, Point Pleasant. Sunday services & children’s ministry 10:30 a.m.; refreshments start at 10 a.m. EPISCOPAL Christ Episcopal Church 804 Main St. Point Pleasant. Sunday services 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.; informal service with communion, second Saturday of the month 5 p.m. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Seventh-Day Adventist Saturday Sabbath school/Bible class 12 p.m.; Saturday worship service 1:30 p.m. Wednesday service 5 p.m. PRESBYTERIAN Point Pleasant Presbyterian 8th & Main St. Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 11 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Henderson Church of Christ Henderson & Walnut St. Sunday study 10 a.m.; worship 10:50 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Church of Christ Sand Hill Rd. Bible study 9:45 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Church of Christ Mt. Alto, St. Rt. 2 & 331; Sunday Bible study 10 a.m.; worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday service,7 p.m. Glenwood Church of Christ Glenwood. Sunday Bible study 10 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday evening Bible study 6 p.m. WESLEYAN Wesleyan Holiness 2300 Lincoln Ave. Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; worship 10:30 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; prayer service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist 10 mi. N. on St. Rt. 2. Worship, 9:30 a.m.; evening service, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday evening service, 7 p.m. ROMAN CATHOLIC Sacred Heart Catholic Church 2222 Jackson Ave. Point Pleasant Sunday mass, 11:15 a.m. NAZARENE First Church of the Nazarene Mt. Vernon Ave., 25th St. Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; morning worship 10:45 a.m., Ladies Bible study 6 p.m., evening service 6:30 p.m., youth fellowship 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m., kids Bible exploring 7 p.m. LUTHERAN St. Paul Lutheran Church 5th & George Streets New Haven. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; worship service 11 a.m. St. Peter Lutheran Church 28th & Parrish Ave. Point Pleasant. Worship service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m. St. Mark Lutheran Upper Flats Community. Worship service 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m. Zion Lutheran Broad Run, W.Va. Sunday church service 10 a.m.; Sunday school 11 a.m. APOSTOLIC Henderson Tabernacle Sunday 10 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. God’s Will Tabernacle Leon-Baden Rd., Leon. Sunday school 10 a.m.; evening worship, 6 p.m.; young people’s meeting Wednesday 6 p.m.; evening worship Friday 7 p.m. Life Line Apostolic Church 4 Mi. N. Rt. 2 Point Pleasant. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday 6:30 p.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Evangelical Christian Union 206 Main St., Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening service 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6 p.m. Church of Christ in Christian Union Hartford. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; service 11 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Liberty Assembly of God Rt. 1, Dudding Lane Mason. Sunday service 10 a.m.; evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer 7 p.m. CHURCH OF GOD Church of God, Anderson Ind. 5th and Layne St. New Haven. Sunday morning worship 9:30 a.m.; evening worship 6:30 p.m. 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month, Wednesday evening 7 p.m., Youth programs each service First Church of God 2401 Jefferson Ave. Point Pleasant. Sunday worship 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school 11 a.m.; evening service 6 p.m.; Bible study Wednesday 7 p.m. PENTECOSTAL Pentecostal Lighthouse 4th & Main St. Hartford. Sunday worship 10 a.m.; evening service, 6 p.m.; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Wyoma Pentecostal 7 miles out Redmond Ridge. Sunday school 10 a.m.; worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday worship 6 p.m. Full Gospel Fisherman’s Net Ministries 104 Main St. Point Pleasant. Sunday worship service 10 a.m.; Bible study & prayer meeting Wednesday 10 a.m.; mid-week service Thursday 10 a.m. Trinity Tabernacle Barton Chapel Rd., Ashton, W.Va. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening 7 p.m.; Faith Gospel Church CITY ICE & FUEL Co. 304-675-1700 Rt. 62 North Point Pleasant Hannan-Trace Road, Glenwood. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday morning church; Sunday & Tuesday evening 7 p.m. College Hill Church 165 Wood School Road, Gallipolis Ferry. Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday night 6 p.m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 7 p.m. Arbuckle Interdenominational Rt. 62. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study and youth service 7 p.m. Shiloh Community Leon-Baden Road.; Sunday morning 10 a.m.; Sunday evening service 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening 7 p.m. Guiding Star Advent Christian Church Letart-off Rt. 33 on to Tombleson Run Rd. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 11a.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. General Assembly of the Body of Christ Sandhill Rd., Letart, W.Va. Saturday 7 p.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Wednesday, 7 p.m. Barton Chapel Jerry’s Run Road, Apple Grove. Sunday school, 10 a.m.; Sunday worship, 6 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. NON DENOMINATIONAL Christian Brethren Center St., Mason. Worship service 9:45 a.m.; Sunday school 11 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday study 7 p.m. True Gospel Church Gibbstown Road. Worship services Sunday 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Thursday evening Bible study at 6 p.m. Balls’ Chapel Ashton, W.Va. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday prayer meeting 7 p.m. Salem Community Lieving Rd., Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday preaching 6 p.m.; Bible study Wednesday 6 p.m Leon Community Church Leon. Sunday, 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Gospel Tabernacle Viand St., Point Pleasant. Sunday school & worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Elmwood Community Church Friday service 7 p.m.; Sunday worship 10 a.m., followed by Sunday school; Sunday evening worship 7 p.m.; Bible study, Wednesday 7 p.m. Christian Community Church Neal Road. Sunday 1 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Oma Chapel Church Grimms Landing. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m.; youth & children’s church, 7 p.m. Pleasant Valley Community Outreach Rt. 2, Rollinstown. Saturday worship 7 p.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Tuesday night prayer service 7 p.m. Willing Heart Outreach for Christ Oshel Road, Point Pleasant. Sunday 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Pleasant Ridge Church Gallipolis Ferry. Tuesday 7 p.m.; Sauirday service 7 p.m. Haven of Rest Church Warwick Road, Point Pleasant. Sunday school 10 a.m.; evening worship 6 p.m. House of Praise & Worship 1st St., Point Pleasant. Sunday 6 p.m.; Wednesday 6 p.m. Spilman Church West Columbia. Worship 9 a.m.; Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m. Creston Community Church Leon. Sunday school 9:45 a.m., morning worship 10:50 a.m., Sunday evening worship 7 p.m., Wednesday evening Bible study & youth classes 7 p.m. OTHER Hickory Chapel Community Church Rt. 2. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 10:45 a.m.; Sunday evening service 6 p.m., Bible Study Wednesday 6 p.m. The Gospel Lighthouse (Independent) Neal Road, Point Pleasant. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; morning worship 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Pine Grove Church Leon. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday night worship 7 p.m.; Wednesday worship/Bible study, 7 p.m. Millstone Church Apple Grove. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday meeting 7 p.m. Chestnut Ridge Gospel Lighthouse Church Chestnut Ridge Road, Mt. Alto. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 6 p.m. Eddy Chapel Church Greer Road. Sunday evening services 6 p.m. Father’s House Church (Independent) Hanford. Sunday service 10 a.m.; evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Pleasant View Church Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday night service 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 7 p.m. Fairview Bible Church Rt. 1, Letart. Sunday school 9:30 a.m.; Sunday night service 7 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study & youth meeting 7 p.m. Leon-Bethel Church Leon-Baden Road. Sunday school 9:45 a.m.; Sunday evening worship 6 p.m.; Wednesday Bible study 6 p.m. Clifton Tabernacle Clifton, Sunday morning worship 10 a.m.; Sunday night 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Smith Chapel Church Waterloo-Smith Church Rd. Leon. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Sunday evening 7 p.m.; Wednesday evening 7 p.m. Marantha Cornerstone Church Sunday worship 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.; Wednesday service 7 p.m. Manilla Chapel Church Manilla Ridge Road, Robertsburg. Sunday school 10 a.m.; Tuesday Bible study 7 p.m. Youth group 7 p.m.; Sunday evening, 6 p.m. General Assembly of the Body of Christ Sandhill Rd. Letart, W.Va. Saturday 7 p.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. The Family Word Church of God of Prophecy 22nd Street, Point Pleasant. Sunday school 10 a.m.; morning worship 11 a.m.; evening service 6:30 p.m., Wednesday service 6:30 p.m. Broad Run Community Church (Independent) Sunday School, 10:30 a.m., morning worship, 9:30 a.m. Deal Funeral Home David R. Deal, Director/LIC “Family Owned” David & Brad Deal Caring • Professional • Affordable 304-675-6000 John Greer, Agent/Owner 304-882-2145 1401 Kanawha St., Pt. Pleasant www.kenbassinsurance.com �Classified Legal Notices Home Improvement ROGERS BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee Established 1975 *Basement Walls Braced *Hundreds of Local References FREE ESTIMATES 24 Hours (740) 446-0870 www.rogersbasementwaterproofing.com Office/Commercial Property Dr. Shah’s Newly renovated medical office is available for lease. 1900 sq ft fully furnished with multiple exam rooms. private office space, x-ray machine. digital x-ray processor, lab area, and ample parking Prime location at 3009 Jackson Ave., Point Pleasant WV 25550. Please call 513266-8331 for more information. Legal Notices Notice of Ancillary Filing without any Administration to Creditors, Distributees & Legatees Notice is hereby given that the following foreign will or affidavit of heirs has been filed in the Mason County Clerk’s Office at 200 6th Street Point Pleasant, WV 25550 1131, and no appointment or administration is being made pursuant to the provisions of West Virginia Code 44 1 14b. An interested person(s) objecting to the filing of the foreign will or affidavit or objecting to the absence of appointment or administration being made in this state must file a statement with the Mason County Commission through the County Clerk’s Office at the address listed above within 60 days after the date of first publication or 30 days of service of the notice, whichever is later. If an objection is not timely filed, the objection is forever barred. The Mason County Commission upon receiving any timely objection thereto shall schedule a hearing or hearings thereon and order relief, if any, it considers proper including, but not limited to, an order directing that full and complete ancillary administration of the estate of the nonresident decedent be made in this state. First Publication Date: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 DATE FILED 06/10/2022 ESTATE NAME: ROBERT HOWARD NEWBERRY SR 284 KRYDER AVENUE AKRON OH 44305 DATE FILED 06/10/2022 ESTATE NAME: ELIZABETH JANE DURST 2910L’ERMITAGE PLACE STOW OH 44224 DATE FILED 06/10/2022 ESTATE NAME: THELMA LOUISE NEWBERRY 95 BLACK DRIVE DOYLESTOWN OH 44230 1374 DATE FILED 06/21/2022 ESTATE NAME: ESTA ELNER DEVAULT 4680 DREW DRIVE BARBERTON OH 44203 Subscribed and sworn to before me on 06/30/2022 Diana N Cromley Clerk of the Mason County Commission Friday, July 8, 2022 Legal Notices Legal Notices B7 Legal Notices Notice of Administration to Creditors, Distributees & Legatees Notice is hereby given that the following estate(s) have been opened for probate in the Mason County Clerk’s Office at 200 6th Street Point Pleasant, WV 25550 1131. Any person seeking to impeach or establish a will must make a complaint in accordance with the provisions of West Virginia Code 41 5 11 through 13. Any interested person objecting to the qualifications of the personal representative or the venue or jurisdiction of the court, shall file notice of an objection with the County Commission within 60 days after the date of the first publication or within 30 days of the service of the notice, whichever is later. If an objection is not filed timely, the objection is forever barred. Any claims against an estate must be filed within 60 days of the first publication of this Notice in accordance with West Virginia Code 44 2 or 44 3A. Settlement of the estate(s) of the following named decedent(s) will proceed without reference to a fiduciary commissioner unless within 60 days from the first publication of this notice a reference is requested by a party of interest or an unpaid creditor files a claim and good cause is shown to support reference to a fiduciary commissioner. First Publication Date: Tuesday, July 5, 2022 Claim Deadline: Saturday, September 3, 2022 ESTATE NAME: SYLVIA FISHER ADMINISTRATOR SHERIFF OF MASON COUNTY 200 SIXTH STREET STE 1 POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 1131 ESTATE NAME: GLENNA HARDWICK ADMINISTRATOR SHAWN HARDWICK 3171 JESSIE ROAD HILLIARD FL 32046 5321 ESTATE NAME: SHARON KAY TEMPLETON ADMINISTRATOR CTA CRAIG TEMPLETON 5146 ROCKY FORK ROAD GLENWOOD WV 25520 9237 ESTATE NAME: PHYLLIS MAE BONECUTTER ADMINISTRATRIX: LISA HENRY 95 KELLY LANE GALLIPOLIS FERRY WV 25515 9534 ESTATE NAME: DANNY LEE BONECUTTER ADMINISTRATRIX LISA HENRY 95 KELLY LANE GALLIPOLIS FERRY WV 25515 9534 ESTATE NAME: GEORGE WOOTEN ADMINISTRATRIX CARLA JEFFERSON 139 HOLDEN LANE POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 4241 ESTATE NAME: KEVIN RUSSELL NOTT EXECUTRIX NICOLE NOTT 3 ROSEBERRY LANE POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 1632 ESTATE NAME: ROGER LEE HOSCHAR ADMINISTRATOR THOMAS W. HOSCHAR P.O. BOX 731 MASON WV 25260 0731 ESTATE NAME: REBA GINELL HUGHES ADMINISTRATRIX CTA MINNIE MAYHUGH 603 COLONIAL DRIVE BIDWELL OH 45614 9216 ESTATE NAME: TERRY ROBERT DOCKERY EXECUTRIX AUTUMN R BLESSING 4748 STATE ROUTE 325 PATRIOT OH 45658 ESTATE NAME: BETTY P. MAYES ADMINISTRATOR EVERETT ROY MAYES 3738 CRAB CREEK ROAD GALLIPOLIS FERRY WV 25515 6057 ESTATE NAME: WALDEN BENNETT ROUSH CO ADMINISTRATRIX DIANE L REDMAN 8075 OHIO RIVER ROAD POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 3375 CO ADMINISTRATRIX LISA K RIDDLE 2619 JEFFERSON AVENUE POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 1605 FIDUCIARY COMMISSIONER CARY B SUPPLE ESTATE NAME: CHARLES ADDISON NEWELL EXECUTRIX NORMA A NEWELL 744 SIXTEEN MILE ROAD SOUTHSIDE WV 25187 8534 ESTATE NAME: RONALD LEE BARR ADMINISTRATRIX OPAL BARR 8400 GUNVILLE RIDGE ROAD LEON WV 25123 9710 ESTATE NAME: RICHARD LEE JARRELL EXECUTOR ROBERT LANCE JARRELL 909 BAXTER LANE POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 3670 ESTATE NAME: CURTIS FRANK RIFFLE EXECUTRIX LOIS D RIFFLE 1608 JEFFERSON BLVD POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 1331 ESTATE NAME: DOUGLAS ANDREW RODGERS ADMINISTRATRIX B JEAN BROOKS 1921 MAXWELL AVENUE POINT PLEASANT WV 25550 1928 Subscribed and sworn to before me on 07/05/2022 Diana N Cromley Clerk of the Mason County Commission Public Auction, Doors Open At 9AM ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY, JULY 9TH AT 10AM LOCATED AT 32 FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, PARKERSBURG, WV 26101 AUC ION 842 2ND AVENUE GALLIPOLIS, OHIO 45631 Saturday, July 16, 2022 WE'LL BE SELLING THE ESTATE OF SAM MCPHERSON, JR. The old Empire Furniture Building. Parking in the back of building on 3rd Avenue. Sale Starts at 10:00 a.m.; Real Estate Sells at Noon FEATURED ITEMS: Antiques, Furniture, Antique Furniture, Collectables, Vintage Christmas Items, Vintage Items, Antique Windows and Doors, Show Cases, Shelving, Vintage Bikes, Signs, Display Cases, Pegboard and miscellaneous items. Must have a valid ID and a Bidder number to Bid. Everyone can bid that has a number including our staff. Everything is sold as is to the highest bidder. We except Cash, Good Check’s, and Credit card. We will waiver a 4% buyers premium if paid with cash or good check. No tax will be charged. Everything must be removed from premises the day of sale, unless approved by our staff. BEAUTIFUL HOME WITH TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL IN GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD!! Brick and wood siding, Approx. 3,000 sq. ft. finished living space. Ground Floor – 1,500 +/- finished sq. ft., Living Room, Dining Room w/ 2 built-in corner cupboards, Eat-in Kitchen, Den, Half Bath / Laundry Room. Upstairs - 1,500 +/- finished sq. ft., 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths. Downstairs – Partial unfinished basement. Attached 2-car garage. LOT: 0.94 acre +/-. EXTRAS: In-ground pool (18’ x 36’ +/-), Hardwood floors, Screened-in patio, Brick / concrete back patio (18’ x 20’ +/-), Balcony off of Master B/R, 2-Story Outbuilding (8’ x 12’ +/-), Fireplace in Den, Large backyard, Natural gas furnace & hot water heater, Water softener. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES: 4 Pc. King Size Broyhill BR Suite; 5 Pc. White Broyhill Poster BR Suite; 6 Pc. BR Suite; Cedar Chest; Wicker Sofa & Loveseat; Antique Oak Washstand; Oak Curio China Cabinet; 2 Pc. Oak Slant Front Secretary Bookcase; Lg. Blue Catnapper Recliner; 9 Pc. Kroehler DR Suite, Table & 6 Chairs; China Cabinet & Server; Broyhill Sofa; 5 Pc. Dinette Set; Coffee Table & End Tables; Vizio Lg. Flat Screen TV; GE Washer & Dryer w/Stainless Steel Tubs; Antique Copper Lined Smoke Stand; Oak Howard Miller Grandfather Clock. ANTIQUE CLOCK COLLECTION: By far on of the best early Grandfather Clock's I've sold in years, Family said 1790, Chippendale Bracket Feet, Pictured on Auctionzip; HB Horton's Calendar Clock by Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Pat. 1865-1866; Early 30 Banjo Clock plus 3 other 38" Banjo Clock's; Rare Ingrahm Kitchen Calendar Clock w/Alarm; EK Roeber Clock Co Figural Clock, Lady Holding Bird, Bird Bath on Top; 38" Regulator Calendar Clock; Seth Thomas Mantle Clock; Victorian Kitchen Clock's; Alarm Clock's, Baby Ben, America, Ingrahm, Big Ben; & more. GLASSWARE & COLLECTIBLES: Rosenthal; Fenton, Carnival, American Fostoria; Stemware; Set of China; Pink Depression; Carning Ware; Milk Glass; Cranberry Fenton; plus more. Sm. Apple Butter Kettle; Oil Lamps; Linens; Quilts; Old Vintage Hats & Boxes; Ice Skates by Silver Skate; Kodak Instamatic Movie Projector in box; Camera's; Decotel Personal Telephone; Motometer; Christmas Decorations; Lonaberger Baskets; Iron Skillets; Nice Oriental Style Rugs; 2-10 Kt Bracelets; Other Jewelry; Barbie Town House (New); Giant at 740 Bike; Sev. Great Prints by Don Whitlatch, Wood Thrush, White Throated Sparrow's; Owl by E.R. Ambo; Prints by Parker; Maurice Utrillo; W. Deal; Eric Mohn; Lg. Print by George W. Lirew(sp); Usual Household; Tools; & more. Terms of Sale: Sold with owner confirmation. A five percent (5%) buyer’s premium will be added to the final bid to arrive at total sales price. A non-refundable ten percent (10%) down payment will be due from the winning bidder immediately after being declared the buyer. Said down payment shall be in the form of cash, cashier’s check, personal or company check with bank letter of credit. Buyer shall sign a Purchase Agreement and the balance of the purchase price shall be due within forty-five (45) days of the sale. 10% paid down on date of sale shall be forfeited unless balance timely paid to Seller, time being of the essence. Purchaser accepts all liability and risk of loss after closing. Sale of the property is “AS IS”, with no express or implied warranties. Sold subject to all prior encumbrances, rights of way, etc. Agency Disclosure: Any and all representatives of Rick Pearson Auction Co., and Drop Tine Properties, LLC are acting solely as agents of the Sellers, and not as Buyers’ agents. Disclaimer: ALL INFORMATION SUPPLIED TO PERSPECTIVE PURCHASERS IS FROM SOURCES DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT NOT GUARANTEED. ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE ON DATE OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PRIOR ORAL OR WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR LOSS OF PROPERTY. ALL ACREAGES, MEASUREMENTS, & DIMENSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE. TERMS: CHECK OR CASH W/VALID PICTURE ID, FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE Auctioneer: Randy L Patterson Jr. Auctioneer ID#: 49552 License#: OH2019000116, WV2425 Call: 740-577-8732 VISIT US ON FACEBOOK/PATTERSON AUCTIONEERING Auction Conducted By: Rick Pearson Auction Co. #66 (304-593-5118) & Drop Tine Properties, LLC, R. F. Stein (304-593-5280) BOTH LICENSED AND BONDED www.auctionzip.com for pics �B8 Friday, July 8, 2022 Comics & Puzzle ALLEY OOP ARLO & JANIS BIG NATE THE BORN LOSER CUL DE SAC FRANK AND ERNEST THE GRIZZWELLS MONTY HERMAN THATABABY NEA CROSSWORD MODERATELY CONFUSED �Columns & Puzzles Dr. Roach Did earwax removal provoke tinnitus? by Keith Roach, M.D. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 76-year-old woman, and over the years I’ve tended to accumulate earwax and periodically have it removed. The doctor used a slim vacuum, and the noise was very significant. Directly after that he gave me a hearing test, and I have hearing loss in my right ear. Since that incident about two months ago, I have experienced tinnitus, which is debilitating and affecting my quality of life. The ear, nose and throat doctor suggested an MRI, which I decided not to have. I know this is not curable, and I know that there are methods to manage it. My question is, Do you think the decibel level of the vacuum exacerbated the tinnitus? The doctor said that because one of my ears was 100% impacted, I am noticing the tinnitus more now. — A.C. ANSWER: I think your doctor is probably right, that you are noticing the tinnitus more now. Tinnitus is most commonly due to hearing loss, from any cause. You are unlikely to experience long-lasting hearing damage from a short duration of a loud noise. A vacuum device, held right next to your eardrum, is very loud, up to 103 decibels. Hearing damage from acute noise exposure is likely to occur when a noise is greater than 120 dB. Had the doctor checked your hearing before cleaning your ear, I suspect it would have been worse than it is with the wax removed, but of course I cannot be sure. Using an over-thecounter earwax remover prior to suctioning makes it a much easier procedure (and sometimes makes suctioning unnecessary). Tinnitus that pulses in time to your heartbeat should always have further evaluation, as it might be due to an abnormal blood vessel in the brain, such as an aneurysm or fistula (abnormal connection from an artery to a vein). DEAR DR. ROACH: My wife keeps every medication ever prescribed. Some are over 10 years old. Can they deteriorate into something deadly, or do they just lose potency? I haven’t been able to get her to throw them out. I hope you can! — R.D. ANSWER: There is at least one drug, tetracycline, that over time can break down into a substance that can damage the kidney. However, there are few if any other reports of expired drugs being dangerous. Some drugs are fairly quick to degrade over time. Insulin, nitroglycerine and liquid antibiotics really should be used before their expiration date. Most other drugs remain pretty stable over time. The expiration date is one that the manufacturer guarantees it will be safe and effective. However, a study done by the Food and Drug Administration for the military showed that 90% of drugs were almost completely unchanged (and therefore safe to use) for 15 years after expiration. Some drugs have been proven to be stable for decades, if not a century or more, if stored in a cool and dark place. The main concern I have is whether she is taking these medications appropriately. Many people save antibiotics. Don’t do that; finish your antibiotics. And don’t self-treat for what you think might be an infection. Prescription medicines are powerful and have risks, and your doctor should know when you are and aren’t taking them. Dear Abby Young mother careening through life by Abigail Van Buren DEAR ABBY: My stepdaughter, “Crystal,” has a toxic relationship with her mother. Both have battled alcoholism. The mother did some extreme damage that has ended the possibility of Crystal regaining custody of her 6-year-old son. My husband and I hired a lawyer to help her fight for her rights, and we have brought her to our home twice. The last time was right out of the hospital after she nearly killed herself with alcohol poisoning. Fast-forward: Crystal is trying to mend her relationship with her mother, and now we have become second fiddle. What used to be a daily phone conversation happens now only when I call. When we try to visit them, they make excuses, and they have visited us only twice in the last six months. Her latest plan is to stay overnight with us and spend the following day with her mom. We are swallowing our pride so we can see our 6-month-old granddaughter, but our feelings are so hurt. Please help me take the high road. Do we talk to her or just feel crushed? — WOUNDED IN MICHIGAN DEAR WOUNDED: Your troubled stepdaughter is trying to mend fences with her mother. Try not to take personally that she has tunnel vision right now. I do not think you should address this with her at this time. Let more time elapse, and if her distancing continues, talk to her about it then. DEAR ABBY: My husband and I live in southern Florida. My problem is our children, grandchildren and their spouses. When they come to visit, they only eat certain foods and need “healthy this” and “healthy that.” I feel like we’re being used as a hotel and restaurant. I want to see them, but it is becoming exhausting. What should I do? — ROLLING BACK THE WELCOME MAT DEAR ROLLING: Roll back that welcome mat. Talk to your children, grandchildren and their spouses. They may not realize the extent to which they have been imposing on you. Tell them that if they have special dietary requirements, they should buy their own foods, and you will make room in the refrigerator to accommodate them. If their presence in your home is becoming too taxing, provide a list of affordable hotels or rentals in the area they might consider. DEAR ABBY: I am a 91-year-old, 4-foot-8 woman who still drives and goes alone to shop and conduct business. My problem is I am frequently approached by strangers who want to “help” me. This frightens me because I cannot defend myself. While someone holding a door open for me is appreciated, I have no way to identify a purse snatcher who may intend to knock me down. How can I communicate that I’m capable of caring for myself without offending the person? — GREAT-GRANDMOTHER IN THE MIDWEST DEAR GREAT-GRANDMOTHER: You are not the only senior who has expressed these feelings. Look the person in the eye and say firmly, “I know you mean well and thank you, but no thank you. I prefer to do this myself.” Bridge Worry about your own tricks by Phillip Alder Sallust lived in the years just before the calendar went from B.C. to A.D. (How did they number the years in B.C., not knowing that A.D. was on its way?) He pointed out that a person can be “greedy for the property of others, extravagant with his own.” That sums up the declarer in today’s deal rather well. West opened the attack against three no-trump with the heart jack. Declarer won on the board, played a diamond to his queen and led a second diamond. West’s discard was irritat- ing. East won this trick and switched to the spade jack. South had to finesse, but when it lost and West returned a spade, South could do no better than win seven tricks. South said, “The textbooks are right. Once I knew West was long in hearts, I should have played for East to be long in diamonds. I would have made an overtrick.” It is true that that is often a reliable guideline, but South had overlooked the danger in a spade shift from East. With six winners in the other suits, only three tricks were need- ed from diamonds. South could afford to concede two diamond tricks as long as he didn’t lose control of another suit while establishing the diamonds. The guaranteed play is to finesse through East for the diamond jack at trick two. Even if West can win with the jack, he cannot hurt South with a spade switch. Whatever happens, declarer must end with at least nine tricks. South had greedily hoped to lose only one diamond trick, but he had been too extravagant with his own resources in the suit. Horoscope by Eugenia Last Share your beliefs and feelings, and make an effort to do something to help a cause. What you offer to do for others will lead to associations with individuals who can offer knowledge and introductions. Designate time for work and play. Balance, moderation and goodwill will help you lead a vibrant life. Make happiness your priority. CANCER (June 21July 22) — Participate, and do your best to make a difference. How you reach out to others and what you are willing to do will speak volumes about your character, integrity and desire to do what’s right. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Work to get along with everyone. It will be easy to get into an emotional spat with someone if exaggeration occurs. Precision and attention to de- tail will be necessary. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Get fired up about what you want to do, and don’t stop until you bring about positive change. A move, trip or educational pursuit will help you take your attributes in an exciting direction. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — You’ll face opposition if you try to make unpopular changes. Find out what the majority wants. Market what you have to offer, and aggressively seek approval. Build a strong base. SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 22) — Don’t let desire or greed lead you astray. Consider what you can offer and who you want to help. Paying attention to what’s essential will make you feel good about what you do and who you are. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — Dedication and hard work will not go unnoticed. Stop anyone who interferes or tries to lead you astray. Focus on home improvement and getting along with loved ones. Don’t exaggerate. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Ask friends, relatives and peers to help you make your home into a fun gathering place for everyone to enjoy. Understanding what others desire or expect will help you gain popularity. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 19) — You’ll face opposition when dealing with sensitive issues. If you let anger take the reins, you will face a stalemate. Look inward and concentrate on self-improvement instead of trying to change others. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Deal with money matters first and foremost. Spontaneous purchases will end up costing more than you can afford. Be wary of a forceful sales pitch. Stick close to home. Think big; be moderate. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill; the consequences will leave you in a precarious position. Stay calm and look for alternatives that make your life easier and your relationships better. TAURUS (April 20May 20) — Emotional situations will escalate quickly. Have another plan in place if something goes awry. Be true to yourself, and don’t believe secondhand information. Rethink your goal. GEMINI (May 21June 20) — Focus on how you look and what you do for others. How you handle those around you and what you put up with will determine the outcome. Don’t overlook what makes you happy. Pay attention. Friday, July 8, 2022 B9 �B10 Friday, July 8, 2022 Q U A R T E R L Y Wellness Lab Panels During the Month of July Monday - Friday | 7:30am - 11:00am | PVH Lab During the month of July, Wellness Lab Panels are available in the Pleasant Valley Hospital Laboratory Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Lab work should be performed while fasting 8-10 hours beforehand. No appointment necessary! A Complete Wellness Blood Profile for only $40! • White Blood Cells • Red Blood Cells • Hemoglobin • Platelets • Neutrophils • Lymphocytes • Monocytes • Eosinophils • Basophils • • • • • • • • • • • • • Glucose BUN – (Blood Urea Nitrogen) Creatinine Total Bilirublin SGOT (AST) Alkaline Phosphatase Total Protein Albumin Calcium Chloride Sodium Potassium Carbon Dioxide • Total Cholesterol • HDL – (High Density Lipoprotein) • Triglycerides • LDL – (Low Density Lipoprotein) • VLDL – (Very Low Density Lipoprotein) • HDL/Cholesterol Ratio Wellness Blood Profiles are available during the months of January, April, July & October. Optional testing is available for Hemoglobin A1C ($10), Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone ($10), and Prostate Specific Antigen for men ($15). 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