https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/6323bca2a6cea7e2fa4e5ba2d3b4d525.pdf ed9f2ccd7c213336fdbdf06b0c26d00a PDF Text Text log onto www.mydailysentinel.com or www.mydailytribune.com for archive • games • e-edition • polls & more 60401846 Hometown News for Gallia & Meigs counties INSIDE STORY WEATHER SPORTS Easter scenes around the Ohio Valley .... C1 Rain.High of 41. Low of 31 ........ A2 Point softball wins opener .... B1 OBITUARIES Glenna Cheesebrew, 85 Dr. Alan R. Dean, 72 William McWhorter, 68 Norma J. Moss, 77 $2.00 SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2013 Vol. 47, No. 12 Sheila I. Schrock, 54 Robert I. Smith, 66 George Vincent, 48 Madison R. Will-Malone, infant Jail time handed down for probation violation Amber Gillenwater agillenwater@civitasmedia.com GALLIPOLIS — A Jackson County woman, who was charged with aiding her boyfriend during a 2009 burglary spree in Gallia County, was recently sentenced to prison after she was found guilty of violating the terms of her probation. Jessica K. Duncan, 35, Jackson, formerly of Oak Hill, was sentenced last week in the Gallia County Common Pleas Court to serve three years in the Ohio Reformatory for Women for multiple counts of complicity. Duncan, along with her co-defendant, Jack R. Spires, 41, Oak Hill, were arrested on October 15, 2009, following a highspeed chase along Ohio 279 that ended on U.S. 35 near the Rio Grande exit following what was described by court officials as a day-long “rampage” that included four burglaries and one break-in at an outbuilding. Police reports filed in this case indicate that Duncan and Spires traveled together to five separate residences on the afternoon of October 15, 2009, in the Vinton and Bidwell area and, while Duncan waited in her car, Spires entered each respective household and one shed and stole various items from each lo- cation, including a firearm, several laptops, miscellaneous jewelry and several tools. Witnesses later reported observing a suspicious white vehicle in the area of the reported burglaries. Later that day, an Oak Hill police officer got into a pursuit with the suspect vehicle, later identified as Duncan’s, on Ohio 279 and later onto U.S. 35 toward Gallia County. Stop sticks were later deployed by a Rio Spires, who Grande Police ofwas subsequently ficer and the veconvicted of four hicle was stopped counts of burglary in the east bound and one count of U.S. 35 lane just breaking and enterwest of the intering by a jury followsection with Ohio ing a two-day trial, 325. The suspects was sentenced in were apprehended Jessica K. May 2010 to eight by Gallia County Duncan years of imprisSheriff’s Deputies onment for each and several stolen items count of burglary and one reported stolen earlier that year for breaking and enday were discovered inside the vehicle. See JAIL ‌| A2 Charlene Hoeflich l Daily Tribune A crowd of area residents learn about home improvements during Farmers Bank seminar. Farmers Bank seminar tackles home improvements Sarah Hawley l Daily Tribune Members of the Gallia County Vietnam Veterans of America present the colors during Thursday evening’s Gallia County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner. Taylor addresses Republicans at Lincoln Day Dinner Sarah Hawley shawley@civitasmedia.com RIO GRANDE — Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor addressed members of the Gallia County Republican Party during Thursday night’s annual Lincoln Day Dinner held at the University of Rio Grande. Taylor spoke about success, the need to celebrate and reward the success of others. She also spoke on the decisions that have been made for the betterment of Ohio while she and Governor John Kasich have been in office. Taylor stated that there are three things that have to be asked before decisions can be made. First, do the numbers add up?; second, does it work for small business?; and third, does it work for families? The budget for the state is one issue that has been tackled by Taylor and Kasich over the past two years. Taylor stated that when they took office in 2011 Ohio was in a $8 million budget deficit. Alternatives and real solutions were put in place by the administration. The Lieutenant Governor stated that through reforms to taxes, health care, education and higher education have helped to eliminate the deficit. The state “rainy day fund” was down to 89 cents in 2011 said Taylor. She estimated that at the end of the Fiscal Year on June 30, 2013, there will be $2 billion in the fund. Taylor also spoke about the role See DINNER ‌| A2 Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor POINT PLEASANT — Farmers Bank recognized that with the change of seasons, more people are considering remodeling, upgrading or working on their home. That’s why they offered the “Home Improvement Seminar” on Thursday, March 21, at the Point Pleasant River Museum from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. as a part of their “Banking on U” series. “Banking on U” consists of eight seminars with different topics on personal finances. Mike Lieving, Farmers Bank executive vice president, West Virginia Division president, and chief lending officer, led the discussion for the second seminar of the series and set the stage for the other presenters. The other presenters included John Harrison, with S&H Builders, who spoke about how to choose a contractor and the best way to work with them; Cheryl Lemley, real estate appraiser, who discussed the different things she looks for when appraising a home and the value of different home improvements; and Dennis Brumfield, certified public accountant, who talked about tax benefits in upgrading or improving your home. Each “Banking on U” seminar provides light refreshments, giveaways and great prizes — and is offered to the public at no cost. At the end of the year, all attendees who complete a survey will be entered into a drawing to win $1,000 cash. The next seminar, “Home Buying 101”, will be held at the Gallipolis Ariel Ann Dater-Hall Theatre on May 9, 2013, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. RSVP at facebook.com/myfarmersbank, call your local branch, or just stop by. You can also go to Farmers Bank’s Facebook page and vote on which seminar you want them to offer next. If you would like more information, please contact Heather Crum at 740-9922136 or heather.crum@ fbsc.com. Financial help on heating bills available to lower income families Charlene Hoeflich choeflich@civitasmedia.com POMEROY — It may be spring, but temperatures and some energy bills still make it feel like winter. With the recent report that both Meigs and Gallia counties have slightly higher unemployment figures (Meigs 14.4 and Gallia 11 percent) now than a year ago, it means more family incomes are down and probably more are struggling to pay energy and other bills while living on less money. “There is assistance available when it comes to your energy bills,” is the word from Ken Stammen, community relations manager for Columbia Gas of Ohio. He said it isn’t too late to apply for help but he cautioned that “time is running out.” He named three programs where residents can apply for assistance if the household income is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. They are as follows: • Winter Crisis Program: Available through March 31, 2013, providing assistance once per heating season to eligible households that are dis- connected or threatened with disconnection. • Winter Reconnect Order: Available through April 15, 2013, allowing customers whose service is off for nonpayment or who have received disconnection notices to take advantage of this service. No matter what amount is owed, service can be restored or maintained with a payment of $175 plus a small reconnection fee. • Applications for HEAP: Available through May 31, 2013, the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program administered statewide by the Ohio Development Services Agency, Office of Community Assistance (OCA). It is designed to help eligible low-income OhioSee BILLS ‌| A2 �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A2 Ohio Valley Forecast Gallia County Community Calendar Sunday: A chance of rain and sleet before noon, then rain. High near 41. Northeast wind 8 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Sunday Night: Rain, snow, and sleet before 1 a.m., then rain between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m., then rain and snow after 3 a.m. Low around 31. East wind 6 to 14 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Ch ance of precipitation is 90 percent. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Monday: Snow likely before 1 p.m., then rain and snow showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 39. Chance of precipitation is 70 percent. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Monday Night: A chance of rain and snow showers before 10 p.m., then a chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a low around 32. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. Tuesday: A chance of rain and snow showers. Cloudy, with a high near 42. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Card showers Grace Tabor will be celebrating her 93rd birthday on March 26, 2013. Cards may be sent to Grace at 122 Third Ave, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631. Local Stocks AEP (NYSE) — 47.86 Akzo (NASDAQ) — 22.58 Ashland Inc. 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Dinner From Page A1 she holds as she leads CSI Ohio — the Common Sense Initiative. The role of the group is to eliminate the red tape and bureaucracy to help create and sustain jobs in Ohio. Taylor used the example of a small business which had overpaid sales tax in the amount of $65,000. The business had been told it would take six months to receive the refund they were owed. CSI Ohio helped to get the refund issued to the business in two weeks time. Obamacare is unaffordable, unsustainable and premiums will go up, said Taylor of the federal health care law passed under the Obama administration. She added that the federal government does not have the responsibility to pass a balanced budget and make tough decisions as the legislators at the state level do. The United States Senate has not passed a budget since 2009. Taylor began hear speech by speaking of the hard work of the current and former Gallia County legislators at the state level, including State Representative Ryan Smith, State Senator Bob Peterson and former State Representative Clyde Evans. Taylor closed by quoting Abraham Lincoln, “some achieve great success; it’s proof that others can achieve it, as well.” Republican Chairwoman Anita Moore introduced Taylor. Prior to the dinner Taylor took time to tour a portion of the University of Rio Grande along with University President Dr. Barbara Gellman-Danley. Members of the Gallia County Vietnam Veterans of America presented the colors for the events and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Municipal Judge Margaret Evans led the National Anthem. Events Monday, March 25 GALLIPOLIS — The District Advisory Council of the Gallia County General Health District will meet at 7 p.m. in the conference room of the Gallia County Service Center, 499 Jackson Pike. Tuesday, March 26 GALLIPOLIS — Gallia Soil and Water Conservation District planning meeting for Farm City Day, 9 a.m.-11 a.m., C.H. McKenzie Ag Center. All interested organizations, volunteers and individuals are invited to attend. Organizers are open to ideas, suggestions, past activities and donations, etc. For more information call 446-6173 and ask for Raina or Erica. Friday, March 29 GALLIPOLIS — Secretary of State Jon Husted will hold open office hours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 10-15-1917 to 02-05-2013 The family of Lillian Holcomb Saunders wish to express their gratitude for the kindess, love, prayers, flowers and food provided by the First Church of God and others, during our time of bereavement. Thanks to Willis Funeral Home and staff, Brother Paul Voss, Floral Fashions and other florists for lovely arrangements. The Grandsons and Great-Grandsons who served as Pallbearers, Lissa Curnutte - Hair Dresser, Donna Stewart and Alta Riedel - caregivers, and Jenny Locke, Special friend. Crystal (Larry) Sheets, Kenard (Dianna) Saunders and their families 60403250 Saturday, March 30 GALLIPOLIS — The Gallipolis Developmental Center (GDC) is sponsoring its second annual 5K Run/Walk and Pig Out. The run will be held on the grounds of the center and will begin at approximately 11 a.m. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. Awards will be given to the top males and females, as well as the top three in each age group. Pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt. For registration information and other questions, contact Mary Holley at 740446-1642. You may also register online at www.tristateracer.com. Concessions will be available. The race is being held to raise awareness of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and the state of Ohio’s Operation Feed Campaign. Monday, April 1 GALLIPOLIS — Gallipolis Neighborhood Watch meeting, 1:30 p.m., Gallipolis Police Department, 518 Second Avenue, Gallipolis. Tuesday, April 2 GALLIPOLIS FERRY, W.Va. — Holzer Clinic and Holzer Medical Center retirees will meet for lunch at noon at K&D Family Diner. GALLIPOLIS — Annual Election of Officers VFW Post 4464. Doors open at 6 p.m., and voting begins at 6:30 p.m. Please bring your card. Tuesday, April 9 GALLIPOLIS — Veterans’ supper, 6 p.m., VFW Post 4464 on Third Avenue in Gallipolis. All veterans and their families are welcome to attend. A supper is held every second Tuesday of the month at the VFW. For more information, call (740) 4464464. GALLIPOLIS — Triad/SALT meeting, 1 p.m., Gallia County Senior Resource Center, 1167 Ohio 160, Gallipolis. Friday, April 12 GALLIPOLIS — Gallia Soil and Water Conservation District board meeting, 9 a.m., C.H. McKenzie Ag Center. Meigs County Community Calendar Sunday, March 24 HEMLOCK GROVE — The Hemlock Grove Christian Church will host a Hymn Sing at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served following the sing. For more information, contact Paula Welker at 992-7291. Monday, March 25 RACINE — The Southern Local Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6:30 pm in the high school media center. POMEROY — The Pomeroy Village Council Finance committee will meet at 6 p.m., prior to the regular council meeting, at village hall. POMEROY — The Veteran Service Commission will meet at 9 a.m. at the Veterans Service Office, 117 E. Memorial Drive, Suite 3. POMEROY — The regular meeting of the Meigs County Library Board will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the Pomeroy Library. Tuesday, March 26 POMEROY —The Meigs County Tea Party will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Meigs Senior Center, Memorial Drive, Pomeroy. A time of prayer will be held from 7:00-7:15 p.m. for those who would like to pray for our country and its leaders. Discussions will be held about the 2nd Amendment, fracking, and the Constitution. HEMLOCK GROVE — A full Passover Dinner will be served and New Testament truth revealed at 6 p.m. at Hemlock Grove Christian Church, 38387 Hemlock Grove Road, Pomeroy, Ohio. All are welcome. RSVP no later than March 21. Call,text,or email (740) 591-5960 or dianakinder@yahoo.com POMEROY — A Relay for Life Team Captains’ Meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Pomeroy Library (basement). Light refreshments will be served. During the meeting, information will be provided to and support for new and returning teams will be offered. POMEROY — The March meeting of the Meigs County Local Emergency Planning Committee will be held at 11:30 a.m. in the Senior Citizens meeting area. The main topic will be the annual exercise and the EOC/911 Communica- tions building. Lunch will be available. MIDDLEPORT — The Family and Children First Council will hold a meeting at 9 a.m. at the Department of Job and Family Services. Wednesday, March 27 POMEROY — A community dinner will be held from 4:30-6 p.m. at New Beginnings UMC. The menu will be meatloaf, macaroni and cheese, green beans and dessert. The public is invited to attend. POMEROY — The Meigs County General Health District’s District Advisory/ Licensing Council will meet at 11 a.m. in the conference room of the Meigs County Health Department, which is located at 112 E. Memorial Drive in Pomeroy. Bills From Page A1 ans with their home heating bills. The office handling HEAP for Meigs and Gallia County residents is the Community Action Agency located in Cheshire. For the 2012-2013 winter heating season, HEAP help is free and available to qualified residents in homes or rental properties if their income is 200 percent or below the federal poverty guidelines. For example, a family of one can qualify if the income is at or below $22,340; a family of four with an income of $45,100, a family of six, $61,940, or a family of eight, $77,780. For households with more than eight members, just add $7,920 for each additional member. Although there are several programs and options, Stammen said the first step for any customer struggling with home energy bills is to contact Columbia Gas once they start having trouble paying a bill. “Columbia Gas is committed to working with everyone to ensure safe and reliable service this winter heating season,” he concluded. Jail From Page A1 Lillian Holcomb Saunders the Dr. Samuel L. Bossard Memorial Library, 7 Spruce Street, Gallipolis. tering, all to be served consecutively for a total of 33 years. According to the Ohio Department of Correction’s website, Spires is currently incarcerated in the Ross Correctional Institution and is slated to be released on October 7, 2042. Duncan, who cooperated with police following her arrest and later testified against her codefendant, was sentenced on June 11, 2010, to two years of probation after pleading guilty to four counts of complicity to burglary and one count of complicity to breaking and entering. She was further ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $1,078.50, or half the amount of total restitution owed to the victims in this case, with Spires ordered to pay the remaining half. Violations filed on December 17, 2010, allege that Duncan had tested positive for Methadone, Opiates, Oxycodone and Benzodiazepine on December 9, 2010, in a drug test administered by the Jackson County Municipal Court and had been unsuccessfully discharged from the TASC drug program in Jackson. These violations were later dismissed on behalf of the probation officer on in June 2011, however, additional violations were filed on January 19, 2012, in this case stating that the defendant had again tested positive for drugs on November 15, 2011, and on December 9, 2011, in the Jackson County Municipal Court, among other allegations. These violations against the defendant, who, according to court documents, had entered a rehabilitation program in Portsmouth, were again dismissed at the request of Duncan’s probation officer in May 2012. The court subsequently extended the period of her probation an additional three years on May 16, 2012. A warrant to arrest the defendant was again filed in January of this year, and, after being arrested, Duncan appeared for an arraignment on numerous probation violations including the allegation that she had provided another inmate in the Gallia County Jail with suboxone on January 17, and had again tested positive for numerous drugs. During a final hearing in this case last week, Duncan’s community control was revoked and she was sentenced to 36 months of imprisonment for each count of complicity to burglary and to 11 months of imprisonment for complicity to breaking and entering, sentences to be served concurrently for a total of three years. The defendant was given credit for 30 days served along with future custody days awaiting transportation to a state prison. March 25 - 30, 2013 60396938 Coffee and Donuts served Friday, March 29th 60403422 �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Gallia County Briefs Veterans Service Commission meeting cancelled GALLIPOLIS — The Gallia County Veterans Service Commission’s previously scheduled special meeting for Monday, March 25 has been cancelled. A rescheduled meeting will be announced at a later date. Historical preservation board meeting GALLIPOLIS — The Gallipolis Historical Preservation Board will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25 at the new Gallipolis Municipal Building, 333 Third Avenue, Gallipolis. The meeting room can be accessed from the entrance door next to the alley. On the agenda is the approval of the minutes from the February 25 meeting; case #1, Robert and Barb McCartney, 227 Second Avenue, new home; case #2, Nybble Cafe, 42 Court Street, paint; concerns surrounding any other properties in the historical district and any other matters to be brought before the board. For more information, call Bev Dunkle at (740) 4416015 or Brett Bostic at (740) 441-6022. City commission meeting slated GALLIPOLIS — The Gallipolis City Commission will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, at the new Gallipolis Municipal Building, 333 Third Avenue, Gallipolis. The meeting room may be access through the side entrance door next to the alley. Second readings of the 2013 budget ordinances are scheduled. Meigs County Briefs Youth League meeting RUTLAND — The Rutland Youth League will have a meeting of parents and coaches at 6 p.m. Monday at the Rutland Fire Department. Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A3 Farm Bureau sponsors Gallia Academy FFA Submitted photo Gallia County Farm Bureau is sponsoring the Gallia Academy FFA who will attend the National Competition in Oklahoma in May. Pictured are President Paul Shoemaker, Briggs Shoemaker, Gallia FFA team member and Jake Bodimer, vice-president of Farm Bureau. Commissioners, Farm Bureau recognize Ag week Fund raiser for picnic shelter MIDDLEPORT — The Middleport First Baptist Church will hold a yard sale with soup and hot dog lunch and a bake sale in the church yard located at the corner of Main and South Sixth Ave. on Saturday April 6. In the event of rain the sale will be held in the church basement. Children’s clothes and a Teddy Bear collection are among the items to be on sale. Health Check Clinic RACINE — The Southern Health Clinic will be offering fasting cholesterol and blood sugar testing on April 9 and 10 from 8 to 11 a.m. each day. For more information or to make an appointment, call 949-3438. Church Sing CHESTER — The Road Masters of Columbus will be singing at the 10:30 a.m. service on Sunday, April 7, at the Chester Nazarene Church. Pastor Warren Lukens invites the public. Highway Trash Pickup CHESTER — The Shade River Lodge 453 will have a highway trash pickup Monday, April 1, beginning at 6 p.m. All Masons are requested to be there to help. Submitted photo The Gallia County Commissioners recently signed the National Ag Week Proclamation declaring March 17-March 23 National Ag Week. The Gallia County Farm Bureau gave each commissioner a 2012 Bob Evans Farm Festival Basket filled with locally grown and made items. Pictured are, front row, from left: Farm Bureau President Paul Shoemaker, County Commissioner Harold Montgomery and Farm Bureau Vice President Jake Bodimer. Second row, from left: Organization Director Kim Harless, board member Jackie Graham, Membership Chair Vickie Powell, and Food and Animal Action Team Leader Bob Powell. Back Row, from left: County Commissioner Brent Saunders and County Commissioner David Smith. Visit us at: www.mydailytribune.com or www.mydailysentinel.com 60398709 60403461 �Opinion Sunday Times-Sentinel Page A4 Sunday, March 24, 2013 Community Corner West Virginia Press Association Legislative Roundup This week, A hundred years ago this The Daily Sentimonth, the bignel received two gest flood in the letters, both of recorded history which came in of floods in Meigs unsigned with no County occurred. return address That year the on the envelope. water rose to Without a sig68.8 feet which nature, address put it up to the and telephone second story of number for the Pomeroy’s Main purpose of conStreet buildings firmation, we can and onto Second Street where Charlene Hoeflich not publish. Both letters boats become choeflich@ were of interest the only mode of civitasmedia.com to me. One extravel. pressed appreciaThe flood records I have go back to 1862 tion for the work of food panand the 1913 flood was the tries, while the other dealt biggest ever recorded. The with the plight of animals in 1937 flood which some el- the shelter. In our county, with 14.4 derly residents still remember reached 68 feet and was percent unemployment, there equally devastating to com- are numerous families who must turn to others for food. munities along the river. Last month 189 people living *** The year 2013 didn’t start in 84 households were assistout very well for Tom Brown ed by the Meigs Cooperative who hails from Pomeroy but Parish’s Food Pantry which has spent many years in Port has an ongoing program of helping the hungry. There are Clinton. On Jan. 7, he had a massive many churches and other orheart attack. While he’s still ganizations who periodically have food give-aways. Accordrecuperating from a quadruing to one of the unsigned letple bypass and some valve re- ters, earlier this month Krista pair, he’s planning to be able Johnson and her students to come for Pomeroy’s alumni at Eastern High School colbanquet on Memorial Day lected and distributed food to weekend. Incidentally, the families in need. surgeon who did the surgery The second letter was was a student he counseled about the care of animals at and advised to go into the the county dog pound and medical field some years ago the need for better oversight while still teaching school. and funding from the Meigs Tom has had a varied career. County Commissioners. The He taught school for 31 years, complaint dealt with no one retired, was elected mayor of being there when they visPort Clinton and served sev- ited. Let me say there is only eral terms, became a Baptist one paid employee, and every minister, and is now author- day he gives food and water ing a book titled “I Do, I Do, to the animals and cleans the Maybe” which tells a story facility, but sometimes he has about happenings in some of to leave to handle other rethe over 3,000 marriages he sponsibilities of a county dog warden. has performed. *** Several times a year, Tom Don’t forget that the March returns to Pomeroy which he for Meals dinner and cake bakstill calls “home” to visit relaing contest and auction will tives and friends. He comes take place Thursday night at to PHS alumni events in May the Meigs Senior Center. The and then returns in early July dinner is at 5:30 p.m., and for what he calls the “tomato the winners in the cake conrun” which is a trip up river test will be announced at 6:15 to buy tomatoes from the p.m. with special recognition growers to take back to Port and prizes for the grand and Clinton. reserve champion cake bakers Tom usually visits me … and then the auction will when he’s down this way, begin. and we spend an hour or two The event is a major reflecting on the good old fund raiser for the Meals on days, talking about everyone Wheels program which this and everything, and laughing year received more cuts in a lot. government funding. About By the way if you’d like 80 homebound seniors deto send him a get-well card pend on the hot meals being the address is 415 East 11th delivered to them and for Street, Port Clinton, Ohio most it is the most nutritious 43452. meal of the day. 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Earl Ray Tomblin made significant advances during last week’s sessions of the West Virginia Legislature including the two biggest items on his agenda—an overhaul of the state’s public elementary and secondary school programs and an effort to cope with the state’s crowded prisons that is a result of widespread drug abuse. The House of Delegates passed SB359—the governor’s overhaul of public schools—last Friday. It had already been approved by the state Senate without any changes so the measure now goes to the governor’s office for his signature. The two sides conferred and agreed on some of the controversial items prior to passage in the Senate the previous week. The vote in the House came after members defeated attempts by Republican delegates to add charter schools and alternative teacher evaluation process to the bill during a twohour debate last Thursday. Meanwhile, the Senate passed SB371 last Thursday that is intended to provide more options for handling adults who are being jailed for substance abuse. The bill is based on recommendations coming out of a 12-month study of overcrowded conditions in state prisons and regional jails conducted by the Justice Center of the Council of State Governments. The Senate vote was 33-0 with one member absent. It’s goal is to reduce recidivism by requiring post-release supervision for all prison inmates along with community corrections options for nonviolent offenders. The measure still has to be considered in the House of Delegates with less than three weeks now remaining in the 60-day regular legislative session. Efforts to eliminate the current law that requires county boards of education to publish annual financial reports in the local newspaper (SB508) were stymied in the Senate Education Committee last Thursday. Sen. Clark Barnes, R-Randolph, led the fight to defeat the bill and Don Smith, executive director of the West Virginia Press Association agreed with Barnes. “We’re talking about West Virginia residents and taxpayers now,” Smith told committee members. “All this bill would do is take information the public needs access to…and take it out of the public realm.” The committee adjourned without taking action on the bill which has the effect of killing the legislation. Sen. Robert Plymale, D-Wayne, is chairman of the committee and he said he plans to suggest this issue be studied during legislative interim committee meetings during the coming year. Meanwhile, members of the House Health and Human Resources Committee heard from Michael B. Lacy, director of the division of probation services for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, last week who told them it costs $7,100 a year to provide treatment for adults suffering from substance abuse rather than sentencing them to prison. He said that figure is far cheaper than the $18,400 per year it costs when the individual is sent to a regional jail and $24,000 if the person is confined in a state prison. Senate President Jeff Kessler, D-Marshall said the alternative approach envisioned in SB371 will still cost about $20 million to $30 million but that’s far better than spending as much as $200 million on another state prison. Meanwhile, Acting Secretary Rocco Fucillo of the Department of Health and Human Resources told members of the Senate Health and Human Resources Committee last Tuesday that a health-care initiative will be launched in May with preventive care, chronic disease management and promoting healthy lifestyles as the top priorities. The plan is to work with physicians, medical schools, hospitals and health-care providers to improve the quality of health for West Virginia residents but controlling the cost. Sen. Kessler and three other members of that body including Senate Finance Committee Chairman Roman Prezioso, D-Marion, introduced a bill last Thursday that calls for a $1 per pack increase in the state cigarette tax. If the bill were to pass, the current tax of 55 cents per pack would be increased to $1.55 per pack. Sen. Ron Stollings, D-Boone, also is a sponsor of the bill. He said for every dollar states spend on Medicaid, the federal government provides three dollars. So if the increased cigarette tax brings in $90 million of additional funding each year, the federal government would contribute an additional $270 million. Delegate Don Perdue, D-Wayne, tried to get a boost in the cigarette tax last year but the House of Delegates refused to pass his proposal. He said last week he believes the current atmosphere at the Capitol may help sway opinion this year. Letters to the editor Reader honors Lady Eagles Dear Editor, This is truly an honor to pen a tribute to “An Amazing Girls Basketball Team”. Each of us should take a moment to reflect on a season that has not happened in the history of your school. The last year that matches this year’s girls sports was your 2001 girls softball season. This basketball team is in elite company; only four of 199 schools got a chance of a lifetime to have a game on the campus at the Ohio State University. Congratulations to the “Eagles of Eastern Hi”. Sheldon Garverick Reader feels veterans were slighted Dear Editor, After reading the article in The Daily Sentinel on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, from the Pomeroy City Council meeting, I felt I had to write a letter to address the “scheduling conflict with regard to the Sternwheel Festival and the Veteran’s Appreciation Day.” This “scheduling conflict” came about when the Sternwheel Festival was given permission to take the date that the American Legion has had for the past four years to honor their Veterans, POW/MIA’s and First Responders of 9/11. This permission, which was not given by City Council, was given with no consideration or regard to the amount of work, scheduling and preparation that goes into the Veteran’s Appreciation Day. And to top it all off, this permission was given to the Sternwheelers prior to the Legion ever being contacted. In fact, had it not been for the fact that someone saw the dates for the Sternwheel Festival printed in the new Meigs County Visitors Guide 2013, the Legion probably would still not be aware that their date had been given to another group. Council did suggest that the Legion could select a different weekend and then council could set that date “specifically” for the Legion to hold this special event every year to avoid any conflicts. But, the second weekend of September had been set for four years and was on the books for this fifth year, but that didn’t stop another group from receiving permission to hold their festival on that same date. I know the Legion has nothing against the Sternwheelers, but no one from the festival or the mayor’s office ever bothered to contact the Legion to discuss this situation. The date was just changed with no courtesy being shown to those who have given so much for our freedom and for others to hold their festivals. Kathy Thomas Middleport Reader concerned about time sensitive mail Dear Editor, For two days, I watched as the mail man dove by my mail box that had the flag up. I had a time sensitive letter in the box. I called the post office, and to my surprise, the lady on the phone informed me that the mail man didnt have to stop unless he had mail for me. I wasn’t aware of this, as I’m sure others aren’t. I told my neighbors, and they were surprised also. I believe others in city limits should be aware of this, so they don’t miss time sensitive mail also. Thank you. Mary Sheets 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. Sunday Times Sentinel The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Phone (304) 675-1333 Letters to the Editor Fax (304) 675-5234 Letters to the editor should be limited to 300 words. All letters are subject to editing, must be signed and include address and telephone number. No unsigned letters will be published. Letters should be in good taste, addressing Ohio Valley Newspapers 200 Main Street Point Pleasant, W.Va. www.mydailyregister.com Sammy M. Lopez Publisher 740-446-3242, ext. 15 slopez@civitasmedia.com Stephanie Filson Managing Editor �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A5 Obituaries Late night: Senate Democrats work to pass budget WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats neared approval of their first budget proposal in four years on Friday, calling for almost $1 trillion in tax increases over the coming decade while sheltering safety net programs targeted by House Republicans. The Democrats also would reverse automatic spending cuts that are beginning to strike both the Pentagon and domestic programs. The nonbinding but politically symbolic measure caters to party stalwarts on the liberal edge of the spectrum just as the House GOP measure is crafted to appeal to more recent tea party arrivals. Approval of the Senate version was expected to come long after dark — after dozens of votes on amendments, many of which were offered in hopes of inflicting political damage on Democratic senators up for re-election in GOP-leaning states like Alaska and Louisiana. Some $1 trillion in new revenue would flow to the government over the coming decade — on top of more than $600 billion in taxes on upper-income earners approved in January — and would be coupled with a net $875 billion in spending cuts. Those reductions would be generated by modest cuts to federal health care programs, domestic agencies and the Pentagon and reduced government borrowing costs. The budget proposes $100 billion in new spending for infrastructure projects and job training programs. The president will reveal his own overdue taxand-spending plan in two weeks, a plan that will be judged in part by whether it offers new, more politically risky proposals that could form the foundation for a bipartisan agreement between the two houses. Senators braced for dozens of votes during a marathon session running late on Friday, with some predicting a final vote on the Democratic plan in the predawn hours of Saturday. In early voting Friday morning, Democrats rejected the latest attempt to repeal Obama’s landmark health care law by a strictly partyline vote. The Senate has already taken several politically freighted votes, including a move by Democrats to force a vote on the Paul Ryan House budget, which was rejected by a 59-40 vote Thursday night, with five Republicans joining every Democratic senator in opposition. Republicans countered with a move by Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., putting Democrats on record in opposition to balancing the budget by the end of the decade. It failed on a near party-line vote. Additional votes on Friday could feature forays into off-topics like supersized soft drinks, domestic drone strikes, handguns and abortion — in addition to the more traditional subjects of taxes, spending and debt. Make It Happen! BRIGHTEN your Future! Enroll Today!! Glenna Mae Cheesebrew Glenna Mae Cheesebrew, 85, of Point Pleasant, W.Va., passed away on March 21, 2013, in Holzer Medical Center. She was born on February 18, 1928, in Mason County, W.Va., a daughter to the late Daniel C. McDermitt and Beulah A. Barringer McDermitt. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Point Pleasant, W.Va., and a homemaker. She is preceded in death, besides her parents, by her husband, John H. Cheesebrew. She is survived by her three sons, Danny and (Lisa) Harmon of Gallipolis, Ohio, David and (Rita) Harmon of Shrewberry, Ohio, and Joseph Dale and (Karli) Cheesebrew of Point Pleasant, W.Va.; and grandchildren, Addison, Logan, and Haden Griffith, Ryan and Ashley Harmon, and Kindra and Wyatt Cheesebrew; several nieces and nephews; cousins; and a host of friends. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at the First Church of the Nazarene in Point Pleasant, W.Va., with Rev. James Ellis officiating. Burial will follow in Kirkland Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit the family from noon to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant is serving the family. George Jacob Vincent George Jacob Vincent, 48, the world’s greatest dad, of Death Notices Dean Dr. Alan R. Dean, 72, of Rio Grande, died Friday morning, March 22, 2013, at his home. In keeping with his wishes, no services are being planned. Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home is assisting the family. McWhorter William M. McWhorter, 68, of Point Pleasant, W.Va., died Friday, March 22, 2013, at Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Deal Funeral Home. Schrock Sheila Irene Schrock, 54, of Ashton, W.Va., died at Holzer Hospital, on March 21, 2013, after a sudden Illness. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2013, at the Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, W.Va., with Rev. Mark Mayes, and Rev. Bobby Ray officiating. Burial will follow in BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Hunters killed more wild bison migrating from Yellowstone National Park this season than they have in decades, with the numbers driven by strong participation from American Indians who harvest the animals under longstanding treaty rights. Roughly 250 bison have been killed since last fall after leaving Yellowstone for low-elevation winter range in Montana. Combined with a mild winter, the means there’s unlikely to be a repeat this year of the massive slaughters that have killed thousands of bison in the last two decades in the name of disease control. Fewer bison leave the park when the weather is mild, and wildlife officials said the largest harvest since 1989 is relieving some of the pressures posed by a burgeoning population. The park had more than 4,200 animals at the season’s start. Still, hunting carries its own challenges, beyond criticism from animal rights advocates. After scores of gut piles from harvested bison recently were found outside the park’s northern boundary near the town of Gardiner, wildlife officials said they removed 8,000 pounds of bison waste and one carcass. That was done out of worry the remains could attract hungry grizzly bears now emerging from their winter dens, posing a safety risk to nearby residents. In recent years, government agencies that oversee Yellowstone bison have moved away from the past practice of capturing them for slaughter or hazing them back into the park as soon as they cross the Montana boundary. As a result, bison have access to tens of thousands of acres of historic grazing areas — and hunters have more chance to shoot them. “This season has been really, really busy,” said Keith Lawrence, wildlife division director for Idaho’s Nez Perce Tribe. Since 2006, members of the Nez Perce have travelled to Montana to hunt bison under a 1855 government treaty that recognized the Yellowstone area as a traditional tribal hunting ground. For Lawrence, that’s much preferred to shipping bison to slaughter, which the tribe argues violates its rights by removing animals that hunters otherwise could harvest. “We would like to see the population at a level where there’s an annual migration,” he said, adding that the tribe “is not interested in seeing a gross movement of animals” to slaughter. Hunting is not allowed inside the park, so Yellowstone administrators rely on the killing of animals that migrate into Montana to keep the population in check. Park biologists recommended removing 450 bison this season. A limited slaughter still is possible, park spokesman Dan Hottle said, and the U.S. FREE admission 740-446-4367 Everyone Welcome Department of Agriculture is seeking up to 63 bison this year for use in an experimental animal contraception program. Several other tribes with treaty rights also participated in this year’s hunt, including the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation The Umatilla police chief, Tim Addleman, said seven Umatilla hunting parties took 48 bison after traveling from their reservation in Oregon to the Yellowstone area, a distance of almost 700 miles. Each hunting party included a tribal wildlife officer and at least four people in addition to the hunter. The large crew is necessary to carry out the laborious task of butchering animals that can weigh up to 2,000 pounds. The tribes combined took an estimated 211 bison. State-licensed hunters took 37 during a three-month season that ended Feb. 15. Many bison carry the disease brucellosis. If transmitted to cattle, it can cause pregnant animals to prematurely abort their calves. Despite recent changes in federal policy that eased trade sanctions against states with brucellosisinfected cattle, Montana’s livestock industry and its supporters are pushing to re- store restrictions that would keep bison in the park. That includes so-called “zero tolerance” bison legislation pending before the Montana Legislature and a state lawsuit that would reverse the state’s decision to allow the animals to roam largely free in the 75,000acre Gardiner Basin. The state is fighting the lawsuit, and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has come out against the zero tolerance measure. Wildlife officials say the proposal harkens back to the late 1980s, when the state actively encouraged hunters to kill every bison that crossed the Montana line. That resulted in a record 489 bison killed in 1989. It also trigged an international outcry that led to the cancellation of bison hunting until it resumed on 2005. The hunts since then have been more closely regulated. “Our goal was to as much as possible manage the population level through hunting as opposed to other means,” said Pat Flowers, the Yellowstone region supervisor for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. “If we can have a more consistent removal out of the park, we can get the population back down near the target of 3,000 to 3,500 bison.” First Baptist Church 1100 Fourth Ave Gallipolis, Ohio Easter Sunrise Service 7:00am – Gallipolis City Park (740) 379-2410 The service will be held at the 1st Avenue side of the park. In the event of rain the service will be moved to the shelter house. gallipoliscareercollege.edu “R” Rating due to violent content 60401948 Will-Malone Infant Madison Rayne, daughter of Paul Edward Will, III and Holly R. Malo- Sunday, March 31, at 10:00am Salem Baptist Church 4423 Nebo Road Patriot, OH 45658 1176 Jackson Pike in Gallipolis, OH Accredited Member: Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools 1274B Smith Robert Irvin Smith, 66, died March 14, 2013, at his residence. Arangements are under the direction of Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Racine. ne, of Lynx, Ohio, died Thursday, March 14, 2013, at University Hospital in Cincinnati. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, at Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. Brother Craig Mitchell will officiate. The visitation is from 1 until 2 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Lafferty Funeral Home, Inc., 205 South Cherry Street, West Union, Ohio 45693. "I Will Rise" Easter Cantata The Passion of the Christ Spring Quarter begins April 8, 2013 the Ball’s Chapel Church Cemetery in Ashton, W.Va. Friends may visit the family from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday evening, March 24, 2013, at the funeral home. Yellowstone bison hunt takes most since ‘89 Playing Good Friday March 29th , 7 PM Gallipolis Career College Middleport, Ohio, passed away Friday, March 22, 2013, at his residence. Born March 26, 1964, to the Jacob and Nellie Lee Vincent, he was assistant manager at West Virginia Electric, Gallipolis, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Christy Marie Laudermilt Vincent; son, Cody Aaron Lee (Brisa Moore) Vincent; step-children Thomas and Dustin Fellure, and Jessie Gilmore and family; sisters, Betty Vincent and Christine (Raymond) Napper; mother-in-law, Judy Laudermilt; sister-in-law, Loretta (Earl) Goode; grandchildren, Austin, Savanna, Maggie and Jereah Vincent, Chase, Meagen, Jeremy, and Aaron Fellure; nieces and nephews, Jay, Gregory, Zack, Brittany, Johnny and Lisa, and many friends and family. In addition to his parents, George was preceded by a son, Jeremy William Vincent, and nephew, David T. Napper. Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at Birchfield Funeral Home, Rutland, Ohio, with Pastor Ed Barney officiating. Burial will follow at Bradford Cemetery, Pomeroy, Ohio. Family will receive friends from noon until the time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to help with expenses. Online condolances can be made at birchfieldfuneralhome.com. 60403302 60400504 Norma Jean Moss Norma Jean Moss, 77, Gallipolis, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 22, 2013, at her daughter’s residence in Patriot. Norma was born on December 1, 1935, in Gallipolis, Ohio daughter of the late Frank and Hazel Morrow Swanson. She was married to Marvin Monroe Moss, Sr. and he preceded her in death on July 7, 1995. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a twin sister Clara Cromlish, a sister Annie Baird and by two brothers Frank and James Swanson. Norma was a former employee of the Scott and Dillon Tobacco Company and the City of Gallipolis. She was a member of the Debbie Drive Chapel Church and enjoyed baby sitting and fishing. Norma is survived by her children: a daughter, Barbara (George Larson) Moss of Patriot; five sons, Marvin (Ruby) Moss, Jr. of Paris, TN, John A. Moss of Columbus, Ohio, Paul E. (Lisa) Moss, Tom L. (Susan) Moss, and Jeff Moss all of Gallipolis; a close friend, Michael Lambert of Dayton, Ohio, who was raised in her home; 20 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Margaret Ann Dominguez of Lake Peris, CA and Hilda Mae Gonzales of Hemet, CA; sisters-in-law, Rosalie Swanson and Roberta Milstead both of Gallipolis; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at the Debbie Drive Chapel Church with Pastor Keith Eblin and Mark Dunlap officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Street Cemetery. Friends may call at Willis Funeral Home on Monday, March 25, 2013, from 6-8 pm. Pallbearers will be Shawn Moss, Jonathan Moss, Joshua Moss, Ethan Moss, Isaac Moss, Adam Moss, Dallas Moss, Bill Ray, Michael Lambert and Jeffrey Moss. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page A6 Senators close in on immigration deal WASHINGTON (AP) — A last-minute dispute over wages for lower-skilled workers flared Friday as senators scrambled to sketch out a deal on a sweeping immigration bill before Congress takes a two-week recess. The public clash between the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the AFL-CIO underscored the high stakes involved in legislation that would dramatically reshape the U.S. immigration and employment landscape, putting 11 million illegal immigrants on a path to citizenship while allowing tens of thousands of new high- and low-skilled workers into the country. The chamber and AFLCIO, negotiating through the so-called Gang of Eight senators, had reached significant agreement on a new visa program to bring up to 200,000 lower-skilled workers a year to the country. The number of visas would fluctuate according to demand, and the workers would be able to change jobs and could seek permanent residency. But the AFL-CIO was pushing for higher wages for the workers than the chamber had agreed to so far. The dispute remained unsettled into the night, with chamber officials finally saying talks seemed to have stalled. Senators hoped to keep the disagreement from derailing negotiations on the overall bill. The eight senators in the negotiating group, including Sens. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and John McCain, RAriz., were aiming to finalize as many details as possible before leaving town so that the recess could be devoted to drafting the legislation, which would then be made public when the lawmakers return in April. “We’re close,” Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., another member of the group, said after one round of meetings Friday. “The biggest issue has always been the future flow” of workers. Flake said there were only “a few minor items” left to deal with apart from the Chamber of Commerce-AFL-CIO matter. 60398122 If that can’t be resolved in a way the two sides can agree to, the expectation is that the senators would come to their own agreement on the issue and include it in the bill, and hope the chamber and AFL can live with it or modify it as the bill moves through committee and Senate floor action. The AFL-CIO argued that the Chamber of Commerce was trying to pay below median wage for any given group of workers, but the chamber said it would pay about the same as American workers get. In the case of housekeepers, for example, the chamber proposal would mean $8.44 per hour, which falls below the federal poverty level for a family of four, while the AFLCIO position was $11.39 per hour, according to one official familiar with the labor perspective who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the delicate negotiations. The new visas would cover dozens of professions such as long-term care workers and hotel and hospitality employees. Currently there’s no good way for employers to bring many such workers to the U.S.; an existing visa program for low-wage nonagricultural workers is capped at 66,000 per year and is supposed to apply only to seasonal or temporary jobs. As the day wore on, senators met hour after hour in a private chamber just off the Senate floor, and the chamber and AFL-CIO traded jabs, each accusing the other side of imperiling negotiations. A proposal from the Gang of Eight that would divide the workers into three wage categories — two of them beneath median wage — was rejected by the AFL as insufficient, said Ana Avendano, assistant to the AFL-CIO president for immigration and community action. Avendano said the AFL proposed language stipulating that the new visas only should be used when employing foreign workers would not hurt wages and working conditions of U.S. workers, but that Republicans rejected that. “It’s shocking to us that the Republicans are willing to hold up the bill and they’re saying that this bill is not moving forward without poverty level wages,” Avendano said. “So we’re hopeful that they will see the light and recognize how important this issue is and agree to move forward.” Randy Johnson, the chamber’s senior vice president for labor, immigration and employee benefits, said the chamber simply wanted to stick with current law requiring that temporary workers be paid whichever is greater: what comparable American workers make or the prevailing wage as determined by the Labor Department. “The unions have jeopardized the entire immigration reform effort, which would provide a pathway to legalization and citizenship for the 10-11 million undocumented workers, because of their refusal to take a responsible stance on a small temporary worker program,” Johnson said in a statement. McCain said the last-minute scuffle was understandable. “People have a lot at stake here, this is a huge deal. We’re talking about the lives of 11 million people just to start with, so I understand why passions are high and sentiments are high,” McCain told reporters Friday. “We just make steady progress,” he said. “We take two steps forward, and then we take a step back.” A separate visa program for agricultural workers also remained unsettled but was not exciting as much concern. McCain and Flake plan to visit the Arizona border next Wednesday with Schumer and Sen. Michael Bennet, DColo., another Gang of Eight member, to inspect conditions there as they finalize their bill. The legislation would impose new border security requirements before any path to citizenship could begin, which is critical to Republicans in the group. �Sunday Times-Sentinel INSIDE Sports SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2013 mdsports@civitasmedia.com GAHS honors athletes at 2013 Winter Sports Banquet...B6 Meigs sportsmen planning activities and more Jim Freeman In The Open A couple of weekends ago I wrote a column with the theme that sportsmen teaming together can accomplish great things. Specifically I referred to the new Meigs County ACTT group (Active Conservationists Teaming Together) being ramrodded by Meigs County’s “new” wildlife officer, Chris Gilkey. The ACTT group’s first official activity will be an outdoor youth day which will be held at Forked Run State Park the afternoon of May 5 including plenty of fishing, archery and other activities for youngsters. Plus, that weekend is free fishing days in Ohio so parents can come along and help their kids or even fish with them. As part of the youth day there will be a Passport to Fishing event which helps teach kids to fish, even providing them with a fishing pole. Food and drinks will be pro- vided by local sportsmen’s clubs, who are also volunteering to assist with the activities. One of the big things we have coming up are plans for the Meigs County Fair. If you have visited the Meigs SWCD booth before, you know it is essentially nothing but a small shed tucked away between the commercial and 4H building. People stop by usually to check out the “mystery farm” and complain that we take the pictures from strange loca- tions (that is if you consider the road to be a “strange location”), eat peanuts and just pass the time, occasionally checking out the hay show board or some of the educational displays. This year is going to be a big change as we are sharing a space with the Ohio Division of Wildlife and local sportsmen’s clubs in a corner of one of the commercial buildings. We are calling it the Conservation Corner and have a weeks’ worth of activities, special speakers and guests, presentations and more. We don’t have the plans finalized yet, but the intent is to have something going on every day, and to have something for people of all ages that farm, work, play or otherwise enjoy the great outdoors. Topics may include coyotes, wild boars, farming and conservation planning, hunting and fishing education, backyard wildlife, birding, nuisance critSee MEIGS ‌| B2 Alex Hawley l Point Pleasant Register Point Pleasant freshman third baseman Karissa Davis (24) throws to first base during the Lady Knight’s 11-1 victory over Poca Friday night in Mason County. Lady Knights pound Poca in season opener, 12-1 Alex Hawley ahawley@civitasmedia.com POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — Starting the season off in style. It didn’t take long for the Point Pleasant softball team to earn its first win of the season, as the Lady Knights defeated visiting Poca 12-1 in four innings Friday night in Mason County. After a scoreless opening stanza the Lady Dots (0-1) got on the scoreboard with a Natalie Parkins RBI single that drove in Rachael Yates. PPHS got its offense going in the bottom half of the second after Josie Fisher drove in Kaci Riffle with an RBI single. Riffle came around to score to give the Lady Knights the lead. After shutting the guests out in the top of the third inning Point Pleasant looked to add on to its lead in the bottom half. Three consecutive two-out hits by Riffle, Fisher and Kristen Riegel added one more to the PPHS lead, making it 3-1. Poca advanced the a runner to third in the top of the fourth but failed to score and the Lady Knights went to work in the bottom half. Eight hits led to nine runs and the mercy rule victory for the Lady Knights. Madison Barker earned the victory for Point Pleasant after giving up two hits and one run in four innings of work. Barker struck out eight batters, walked three and hit one. Kendal Sayre suffered the loss for the Lady Dots after giving up 13 hits and 12 runs. Karissa Cochran led the Lady Knights with three hits, followed by Riffle and Fisher with two apiece. Makinley Higginbotham, Kaitlin Liptrap, Megan Davis, Bekah Darst, Reigel and Barker each finished with one hit. Riffle’s triple and Higginbotham’s double were the lone extra base hits for PPHS. Riffle, Fisher, Davis and Cochran each drove in two runs, while Riffle scored three times. Higginbotham and Liptrap each scored a pair of runs for PPHS. Parkins and Yates had the lone hits for the PHS, while Yates had the team’s only run. Poca will have its shot at revenge on April 23rd when Point Pleasant travels to Putnam County to take on the Lady Dots. OVP Sports Schedule Monday, March 25 Baseball Point Pleasant at Nitro, 7 p.m. Hannan at Wahama, 5:30 Softball Hannan at Huntington St. Joseph, 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 Baseball Point Pleasant at Wahama, 5:30 Hannan at Sherman, 6 p.m. Softball Point Pleasant at Wahama, 5:30 Grace Baptist at Hannan, 5 p.m. Track and Field Wahama, Hannah at Point Pleasant, 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 Baseball Ravenswood at Point Pleasant, 5:30 Tennis Point Pleasant at Spring Valley, 4 p.m. Submitted photo Gallia Academy High School has hired Wade Bartholomew, right, as its next head football coach. Bartholomew, who replaces Mike Eddy as GAHS gridiron coach, has spent the last two years as head coach at Huntington High School in Ross County. Wade is pictured with his wife Diana, left, and their daughter Ashleigh. Wade Bartholomew named new GAHS football coach Jim Craft Special to OVP CENTENARY, Ohio — Gallia Academy High School has found its next Head Varsity Football Coach. Wade Bartholomew will be set to take charge of the Gallia Academy Blue Devils for the 2013 football season. Coach Bartholomew has come to GAHS from Huntington Ross High School where he served as their head football coach and math teacher for the past two years. The Administration from Huntington speaks highly of Mr. Bartholomew and his ability to bring the best out in his students and players. Coach Bartholomew took a pro- gram that had won one game in four years and led the program to a 5-5 record this past season. He has an up tempo system that will create excitement for the community and the athletes. Coach Bartholomew is looking forward to beginning his new job and introducing himself to the community and to the student athletes as soon as possible. He understands the level of expectation that goes along with this job and is determined to make the District proud, both in the classroom and on the football field. Coach Bartholomew stated, “’Impossible is Nothing.’ This is a quote I have lived by for 14 years now. I believe that if you put in the time and effort you can ac- complish feats that are above and beyond your abilities.” Currently, Coach Bartholomew and his wife, Diana, have one child, Ashleigh, who is two years old. He grew up in Williamsport, Ohio and graduated from Westfall High School in 2005. Coach Bartholomew grew up with three younger sisters, his father has been a high school teacher and football coach for the past 29 years, and his mother has been involved in education as an aide for 13 years. Coach Bartholomew went on to Ohio Dominican University to play football and study to be a math teacher. After his second year at ODU he transferred to Capital See COACH |‌ B5 Thompson leads Ohio State over Iona, 95-70 DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Sam Thompson had career highs with 20 points and 10 rebounds on Friday night, part of a dominating performance by Ohio State’s front line, and the Buckeyes ran away to a 95-70 victory over Iona in the second round of the West Regional. The second-seeded Buckeyes (27-7) are in prime March form with nine straight wins, including their last five games of the regular season and a run to the Big Ten tournament title. Forward Deshaun Thomas has led them in scoring during the streak, averaging 17.6 points per game. He had 24 points as the Buckeyes’ fast breaks led to dunks and a season high in points, thrilling the large Ohio State contingent. Aaron Craft had a season-high six steals and seven assists for the Buckeyes. Shannon Scott tied his career high with 10 assists. Ohio State plays either Notre Dame or Iowa State on Sunday, one win away from a fourth straight trip to the round of 16. “We have a lot of confidence,” Thompson said. “We know that if we come out and do the things we’re supposed to do on both sides of the ball, we could beat any team in the country.” Iona (20-14) returned to the court where it suffered the biggest meltdown in NCAA tournament history last year, blowing a 25-point lead. The Gaels are 1-9 alltime in the tournament with their only win — over Holy Cross in 1980 — later vacated because of NCAA violations. Tavon Sledge scored 20 points for Iona, which had 19 turnovers that led to 29 of the Buckeyes’ points. Buckeyes coach Thad Matta had his best moment — yes, singular — as a college player at University of Dayton Arena, hitting a gamewinning shot for Butler. His visits as Ohio State’s coach haven’t been so pleasant. The Buckeyes failed to make it out of Dayton intact in their two previous NCAA appearances, going 1-2 overall. No late drama in this one. The Gaels used their record-setting 78-72 loss to BYU last year as motivation to return and give a better showing. They were back, but fared no better against a much better team. The Gaels got the game’s first lead, pulling ahead 4-0 on baskets by Taaj Ridley and David Laury. Ohio State led only 7-6 heading into the first timeout. Then, it all came apart. Ohio State turned up the intensity behind Craft, who made a diving save on a loose ball that started an emphatic fast break. The Buckeyes swatted away the Gaels’ shots and stormed the rim for dunks during a See STATE ‌| B2 �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B2 2013 Gallia County Spring sports schedules 2013 Gallia Academy Spring Sports Schedules 16 vs. Fairland 5 p.m. 17 at Warren 5 p.m. 19 vs. Logan 5 p.m. 20 vs. GAHS Tourney 9:30 22 at Point Pleasant 5 p.m. 24 vs. Jackson 5 p.m. 26 vs. Chillicothe 5 p.m. 29 vs. River Valley 5 p.m. May 1 at Portsmouth 5 p.m. 9 at Meigs 5 p.m. Track and Field March 30 at Chillicothe 10 a.m. April 4 vs. GAHS Rotary Relays 4:15 9 vs. Fairland 4:15 13 at Point Pleasant 3 p.m. 16 at County quad TBA 19 at Oak Hill INV 4 p.m. 26 at Athens INV 4 p.m. 30 at Point Pleasant 3 p.m. Tennis April 2 at Ironton 4:30 3 at Jackson 4:30 8 vs. Portsmouth 4:30 10 vs. Logan 4:30 11 vs. Marietta 4:30 12 vs. Huntington High 4:30 17 at Chillicothe 4:30 22 at Unioto 4:30 24 vs. Jackson 4:30 29 at Portsmouth 4:30 May 1 vs. Logan 4:30 3 at Wheelersburg 4:30 6 vs. Chillicothe 4:30 7 vs. Unioto 4:30 8 at Marietta 4:30 9 vs. Ironton 4:30 Baseball March 30 at Symmes Valley (DH) 2 p.m. April 1 vs. Waverly at Chillicothe VA Stadium 5:30 2 at Piketon 5 p.m. 3 vs. Warren 5 p.m. 4 at Fairland 5 p.m. 5 at Logan 5 p.m. 9 vs. Rock Hill 5 p.m. 10 at Jackson 5 p.m. 12 vs. Portsmouth 5 p.m. 15 at Chillicothe 5 p.m. 16 vs. Fairland 5 p.m. 17 at Warren 5 p.m. 19 vs. Logan 5 p.m. 20 vs. GAHS Wood Bat Tourney 9:30 22 at Point Pleasant 5 p.m. 24 vs. Jackson 5 p.m. 26 vs. Chillicothe 5 p.m. 27 vs. Athens/Unioto at Chillicothe VA Stadium noon 29 vs. River Valley 5 p.m. May 1 at Portsmouth 5 p.m. 3 vs. Point Pleasant 5 p.m. 7 at Wellston 5 p.m. 8 at Rock Hill 5 p.m. 9 at Meigs 5 p.m. Softball March 30 at Chesapeake (DH) 1 p.m. April 2 at Piketon 5 p.m. 3 vs. Warren 5 p.m. 4 at Fairland 5 p.m. 5 at Logan 5 p.m. 6 at Eastern (DH) 11 a.m. 9 vs. Rock Hill 5 p.m. 10 at Jackson 5 p.m. 12 vs. Portsmouth 5 p.m. 15 at Chillicothe 5 p.m. 2013 River Valley Spring Sports Schedules Baseball March 30 at Symmes Valley (DH) noon April 1 at Rock Hill 5 p.m. 2 vs. Meigs 5 p.m. 3 at South Point 5 p.m. 5 at Fairland 5 p.m. 6 at Oak Hill (DH) 11 a.m. 8 vs. Chesapeake 5 p.m. 9 at Vinton County 5 p.m. 10 vs. Coal Grove 5 p.m. 13 vs. Waterford (DH) 11 a.m. 16 at Southern 5 p.m. 17 vs. Rock Hill 5 p.m. 19 vs. South Point 5 p.m. 22 vs. Fairland 5 p.m. 23 vs. Eastern 5 p.m. 24 at Chesapeake 5 p.m. 26 at Coal Grove 5 p.m. 29 at Gallia Academy 5 p.m. 30 at Meigs 5 p.m. May 2 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 6 at Ironton 5 p.m. 7 vs. Trimble 8 vs. Alexander 5 p.m. 9 at Southeastern 5 p.m. Softball March 30 at Symmes Valley (DH) noon April 1 at Rock Hill 5 p.m. 2 vs. Meigs 5 p.m. 3 at South Point 5 p.m. 5 at Fairland 5 p.m. 6 at Oak Hill (DH) 11 a.m. 8 vs. Chesapeake 5 p.m. 9 at Vinton County 5 p.m. 10 vs. Coal Grove 5 p.m. 16 at Southern 5 p.m. 17 vs. Rock Hill 5 p.m. 19 vs. South Point 5 p.m. 20 vs. Waterford (DH) 11 a.m. 22 vs. Fairland 5 p.m. 23 vs. Eastern 5 p.m. 24 at Chesapeake 5 p.m. 26 at Coal Grove 5 p.m. 29 at Gallia Academy 5 p.m. BUNDLE & SAVE! ON DIGITAL SERVICES FOR YOUR HOME 30 at Meigs 5 p.m. May 2 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 6 at Ironton 5 p.m. 7 vs. Trimble 8 vs. Alexander 5 p.m. 9 at Southeastern 5 p.m. Track and Field March 30 at South Point TBA April 2 at Jackson TBA 4 at Gallia Academy 4 p.m. 6 at Rocky INV NelsonvilleYork 9:30 13 at Point Pleasant 10 a.m. 16 vs. RVHS County Meet 4:30 20 at Warren Lions Classic 10 a.m. 26 at Athens 4 p.m. May 3 at South Point 5 p.m. 10 RVHS meet 5 p.m. 17 vs. OVC meet at RVHS 5 p.m. 2013 South Gallia Spring Sports Schedules Baseball March 30 at Sciotoville East (DH) 11 a.m. April 1 at Waterford 5 p.m. 2 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 5 vs. Wahama 5 p.m. 8 at Miller 5 p.m. 10 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 12 at Eastern 5 p.m. 15 at Hannan 5 p.m. 16 vs. Sciotoville East 5 p.m. 17 vs. Belpre 5 p.m. 19 at Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 22 at Wahama 5 p.m. 24 vs. Waterford 5 p.m. 25 at Symmes Valley 5 p.m. 26 at Southern 5 p.m. 29 vs. Eastern 5 p.m. May 1 at Trimble 5 p.m. 3 vs. Hannan 5 p.m. 6 at Belpre 5 p.m. 8 vs. Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 10 vs. Miller 5 p.m. Softball March 30 at Sciotoville East (DH) 11 a.m. April 1 at Waterford 5 p.m. 2 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 5 vs. Wahama 5 p.m. 8 at Miller 5 p.m. 9 at Oak Hill 5 p.m. 10 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 12 at Eastern 5 p.m. 15 at Hannan 5 p.m. 17 vs. Belpre 5 p.m. 19 at Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 22 at Wahama 5 p.m. 24 vs. Waterford 5 p.m. 26 at Southern 5 p.m. 29 vs. Eastern 5 p.m. May 1 at Trimble 5 p.m. 2 vs. Coal Grove 5 p.m. 6 at Belpre 5 p.m. 8 vs. Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 9 vs. Oak Hill 5 p.m. 10 vs. Miller 5 p.m. Track and Field April 2 at Meigs 4:30 4 at Gallia Academy 4 p.m. 9 at Eastern 4:30 16 at River Valley County Meet 4:30 23 at Eastern 4:30 26 at Meigs 4:30 30 at Coal Grove 5 p.m. May 2 at Buffalo INV 4 p.m. 8 at TVC Meet 4:30 15 at Nelsonville-York 5 p.m. State From Page B1 15-0 run over the next 4 minutes. The Gaels were only 4-of-21 with six turnovers while Ohio State extended its lead to 27-8 midway through the opening half. Even when Iona did something impressive, it backfired. Thomas got one of his shots blocked right back to him, then put it up again and got fouled, resulting in a pair of free throws. The Gaels aren’t used to getting roughed up like that. They were second in the nation with 80.7 points per game and 15th nationally with 8.4 3-pointers per game. Ohio State brought their offense to a standstill. They finally got their fast-break offense going and wiped away most of that 18-point deficit. Sean Armand hit a 3-pointer — he set a school record for 3s this season — and a pair of free throws during a 13-3 spurt that cut it to 37-33. Ohio State ended the comeback with the game’s most sensational play, Thompson reached behind his body with his right arm to snag Scott’s alley-oop pass for a dunk. 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A couple of weeks ago we had a meeting of ESTATE AUCTION REAL ESTATE 108 ACRES M/L Date- Saturday: April 6 Time: 10:00am Location: DEXTER OHIO LOCATED IN MEIGS COUNTY. hunter and trapper education instructors in Meigs County to try to plan a series of classes throughout the year. There are only a handful of seats left for the hunter education class getting underway April 1 at the Shade River Coonhunters Club at the Meigs County Fairgrounds. To register for that class or to look for other classes, visit www. wildohio.com. This class is being to allow young hunters an opportunity to complete their hunter education requirements allowing them to purchase licenses and permits ahead of the youth turkey season which will be held April 20-21. I haven’t seen any figures yet, but this year there seems to be a lot more interest in hunting, and with the increase in sales of guns and ammunition state wildlife agencies stand to make more money (via the Pittman-Robertson Act’s excise tax on sporting goods, which is slated for wildlife and conservation programs). Jim Freeman is wildlife specialist for the Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District and long-time contributor to the Sunday Times-Sentinel. His column generally appears every other Sunday. He can be contacted weekdays at 740-992-4282 or at jim.freeman@oh.nacdnet.net Dexter is located between Athens, Pomeroy and Jackson. Address: 31399 Bowles Road REAL ESTATE: 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME SITUATED ON 108 ACRES M/L IN MEIGS COUNTY, OHIO.RESIDENCE INCLUDES KITCHEN, DINING ROOM, SMALL OFFICE ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, PARTIAL BASEMENT. ONE BATH RECENTLY ADDED UP STAIRS, NEEDS SOME WORK TO COMPLETE. 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Protect Your Home – 3750 Priority Way South Dr., Ste 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240. **Crime data taken from http://ovc.ncjrs.gov/gallery/posters/pdfs/Crime_Clock.pdf �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B3 2013 Meigs County Spring Sports Schedules 2013 Meigs Spring Sports Schedules Baseball March 30 vs. Eastern (DH) 11 a.m. April 1 at Warren 5 p.m. 2 at River Valley 5 p.m. 3 vs. Ripley 5 p.m. 4 at Athens 5 p.m. 6 vs. Federal Hocking (DH) noon 8 vs. Nelsonville-York 5 p.m. 11 at Wellston 5 p.m. 12 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 13 at Westfall (DH) noon 15 vs. Alexander 5 p.m. 16 at Wahama 5 p.m. 18 at Vinton County 5 p.m. 22 vs. Athens 5 p.m. 23 vs. Warren 5 p.m. 24 at Belpre 5 p.m. 25 at Nelsonville-York 5 p.m. 27 at Portsmouth West (DH) noon 29 vs. Wellston 5 p.m. 30 vs. River Valley 5 p.m. May 2 at Alexander 5 p.m. 6 vs. Vinton County 5 p.m. 9 vs. Gallia Academy 5 p.m. Softball March 30 vs. Eastern (DH) noon April 1 at Warren 5 p.m. 2 at River Valley 5 p.m. 4 at Athens 5 p.m. 6 vs. Federal Hocking noon 8 vs. Nelsonville-York 5 p.m. 9 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 11 at Wellston 5 p.m. 12 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 15 vs. Alexander 5 p.m. 16 at Wahama 5 p.m. 18 at Vinton County 5 p.m. 22 vs. Athens 5 p.m. 23 vs. Warren 5 p.m. 24 at Belpre 5 p.m. 25 at Nelsonville-York 5 p.m. 29 vs. Wellston 5 p.m. 30 vs. River Valley 5 p.m. May 2 at Alexander 5 p.m. 6 vs. Vinton County 5 p.m. 9 vs. Gallia Academy 5 p.m. Track and Field April 2 Home Meet 4:30 6 at Rocky INV NelsonvilleYork 9:30 10 at Nelsonville-York quad 4:30 13 at Mingo Relays Logan 10 a.m. 16 at Jackson quad 4:30 19 at Oak Hill INV 4:30 23 at Eastern 4:30 26 vs. Marauder Relays 4:30 30 at Athens quad 4:30 May 2 at Vinton County INV TBA 9 vs. TVC Ohio Meet at Nelsonville-York TBA 15 at Day of Champions at Nelsonville-York noon 2013 Eastern Spring Sports Schedules Baseball March 30 at Meigs (DH) 11 a.m. April 1 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 3 at Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 4 vs. Wellston 5 p.m. 8 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 10 at Wahama 5 p.m. 12 vs. South Gallia 5 p.m. 15 at Miller 5 p.m. 17 vs. Waterford 5 p.m. 19 at Belpre 5 p.m. 23 at River Valley 5 p.m. 24 at Trimble 5 p.m. 26 vs. Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 29 at South Gallia 5 p.m. May 1 vs. Wahama 5 p.m. 3 vs. Miller 5 p.m. 6 at Waterford 5 p.m. 7 at Vinton County 5 p.m. 8 vs. Belpre 5 p.m. 10 at Southern 5 p.m. Softball March 30 at Meigs (DH) 11 a.m. April 1 vs. Trimble 5 p.m. 3 at Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 6 vs. Wellston 11 a.m. 6 vs. Gallia Academy 5 p.m. 8 vs. Southern 5 p.m. 10 at Wahama 5 p.m. 11 vs. South Gallia 5 p.m. 12 at Symmes Valley, TBA 13 at Symmes Valley TBA 15 at Miller 5 p.m. 17 vs. Waterford 5 p.m. 19 at Belpre 5 p.m. 23 at River Valley 5 p.m. 24 at Trimble 5 p.m. 26 vs. Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 29 at South Gallia 5 p.m. May 1 vs. Wahama 5 p.m. 2 vs. Fort Frye 5 p.m. 3 vs. Miller 5 p.m. 6 at Waterford 5 p.m. 8 vs. Belpre 5 p.m. 10 at Southern 5 p.m. Track and Field March 30 at Warren 10 a.m. April 2 at Vinton County 4:30 6 at 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8 at Eastern 5 p.m. 9 at Meigs 5 p.m. 10 vs. Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 12 at Belpre 5 p.m. 13 at Symmes Valley noon 15 at Trimble 5 p.m. 16 vs. River Valley 5 p.m. 17 vs. Miller 5 p.m. 19 at Roane County (DH) 5 p.m. 22 at Waterford 5 p.m. 24 at Wahama 5 p.m. 26 vs. South Gallia 5 p.m. 29 vs. Belpre 5 p.m. May 1 at Federal Hocking 5 p.m. 2 at River Valley 5 p.m. 4 vs. Alexander (DH) 11 a.m. 6 at Miller 5 p.m. 10 vs. Eastern 5 p.m. Track and Field April 2 at Meigs quad 4 p.m. 6 at Rocky INV NelsonvilleYork 4:30 10 at Nelsonville Relays 4 p.m. 13 at Belpre Shrine Relays 10 a.m. 16 at Nelsonville-York quad 4 p.m. 23 at Waterford quad 4 p.m. 27 at Nelsonville-York INV 10 a.m. 30 at Belpre quad 4 p.m. May 2 at Waterford quad 4 p.m. 8 at TVC Meet Vinton County 4 p.m. OVP Sports Briefs Racine co-ed softball tournament RACINE, Ohio — There will be a co-ed softball tournament at Star Mill Park on Saturday, March 30, to help raise money for uniforms, equipment and tournament entry fees for the 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Call Ron Evans 1-800-537-9528 Want To Buy Want to buy Junk Cars, Call 740-388-0884 Absolute Top Dollar - silver/gold coins, any 10K/14K/18K gold jewelry, dental gold, pre 1935 US currency, proof/mint sets, diamonds, MTS Coin Shop. 151 2nd Avenue, Gallipolis. 446-2842 SERVICE / BUSINESS DIRECTORY Manufactured Homes Mobile Home / Point Pleasant Area / $400mo. Call 304-2385127 �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B5 Wrestling hopes for provisional Olympic status DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Wrestling has two shots left at a return to the Olympic program, and neither will be easy. But U.S. wrestling officials appeared to have settled on which one they think is the best bet. Former world champion Bill Scherr, the chairman of a committee of top American wrestling figures, said Friday that he thinks the sport’s best chance to remain an Olympic sport is to beat out the likes of squash, roller sports and karate for re-inclusion as a provisional sport in the 2020 Olympics. “Perhaps our better avenue to stay in the Games is to win the competition against the provisional sports,” Scherr said. “We need to canvass those 15 IOC executive board members to make sure we get on that short list.” Though the International Olympic Committee recommended in February to remove wrestling from the 2020 Olympics, that move is far from final. Wrestling will compete with seven other sports for a provisional spot in the 2020 Games in a vote in May. But officials also will lobby the 114-member IOC General Session in September in hopes it will overturn the executive board’s recommendation by a simple majority vote. The first step for U.S. officials following what Scherr called a “bombshell” decision by the IOC was to organize the Committee to Preserve Olympic Wrestling ahead of the May vote in St. Petersburg, Russia. Scherr joined wrestling great Dan Gable, 2012 Olympic champion Jordan Burroughs and Rep. Jim Jordan (ROhio), a two-time NCAA champion for Wisconsin, at the NCAA championships in Des Moines to discuss the committee’s progress. Though the IOC vote was a damaging blow to wrestling’s future, Scherr acknowledged that the sport also has itself to blame as well. “Make no mistake about it. We disagree vehemently with the decision of the International Olympic Committee. But also make no mistake that the fault lies largely with the leadership of wrestling, and not the process and the individu- AP Source: Bills meet, dine with QB Geno Smith BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills’ offseason search for a quarterback led them to West Virginia on Friday, where they conducted a private workout involving Geno Smith. A person familiar with what happened told The Associated Press that Smith’s workout took place on campus in the morning. The person added the former Mountaineer had dinner the previous night with general manager Buddy Nix, assistant GM Doug Whaley, coach Doug Marrone and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the Bills would not reveal any details except to announce the workout had been scheduled. Smith is regarded as one of the top quarterback prospects available in the NFL draft next month. The Bills open the draft with the eighth pick, and Nix has already expressed an interest in selecting a quarterback, though he won’t be pinned down to what round. Buffalo’s need at quarterback grew larger last week after the team released returning starter Ryan Fitzpatrick, who has since signed with the Tennessee Titans. That leaves Tarvaris Jackson as the only experienced quarterback currently on the Bills roster. Last season, Smith threw for 4,205 yards and led the nation with 42 touchdown passes. This is the second time in a little over a week that Bills officials have watched Smith work out. Several team officials attended West Virginia’s pro day on March 14. Smith also participated in the NFL combine at Indianapolis last month. Marrone is already very familiar with Smith. Hired by the Bills in January after four seasons at Syracuse, Marrone went 3-0 against Smith and the Mountaineers. That included a 38-14 win in the Pinstripe Bowl in December. Smith struggled on a snowy day, going 16 for 26 for 197 yards and two touchdowns, but also gave up two safeties. “Martinetti was a roadblock. Right or wrong, he led the demise of wrestling. We needed new leadership. We got new leadership. That’s the first and most important impact that we had.” — Bill Scherr, Former world champion als at the International Olympic Committee,” Scherr said. The IOC’s decision forced the head of the sport’s international governing body, Raphael Martinetti, to step aside less than a week later. He has been replaced by interim president Nenad Lalovic of Serbia. According to Scherr, the change at the top showed the IOC that wrestling was serious about making the changes it needs to make to remain in the Olympics. “Martinetti was a roadblock. Right or wrong, he led the demise of wrestling. We needed new leadership. We got new leadership. That’s the first and most impor- tant impact that we had,” Scherff said. The IOC recommendation also has mobilized politicians in the U.S. to do what they can to help the sport. Earlier this month, Iowa governor Terry Branstad released a letter co-signed by a group of 33 governors asking the IOC to reconsider its decision. Another letter signed by U.S. House speaker John Boehner and six other members of Congress, including Jordan, and dated Thursday called on IOC President Jacques Rogge to do the same. “Wrestling, what it does for young people, is good for a country. It’s good for a culture. It’s good for a society,” Jordan said. Obama picks Baylor to win NCAA women’s title BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — President Barack Obama is going with Brittney Griner and Baylor to win back-to-back titles in the NCAA women’s basketball tournament. In his 2013 bracket, he has Baylor defeating Notre Dame in the April 9 final in New Orleans, a repeat of last year’s NCAA title matchup. The president also selected Connecticut and California to advance to the Final Four. Baylor features 6-foot-8 dunking sensation Griner, who Obama said has “just been spectacular.” Griner’s team is on a 30-game winning streak after an early loss to Stanford. Obama’s picks were announced Friday on ESPN. He filled out his bracket Tuesday before de parting on his Middle East trip. He chose Indiana to beat Louis- ville for the men’s title. Obama also praised Skylar Diggins, saying the Irish guard competes with “a lot of poise, a lot of heart.” He has sixth-seeded Delaware — Vice President Joe Biden’s home state — and standout Elena Delle defeating West Virginia and North Carolina in the early rounds. Obama said his daughter Sasha plays in a recreational basketball league with Biden’s granddaughter. “Women players have gotten so much better than they were even 10 years ago,” he said. “The athleticism, the skill levels. You’re seeing how it’s impacting younger kids.” Baylor, Connecticut and Notre Dame are the No. 1 seeds and California is a No. 2 seed. The women’s tournament starts Saturday. Coach From Page B1 University where he graduated in 2009 with a Mathematics Degree. During his college football career he played quarterback for three years. His senior year he stopped playing football to become the Offensive Coordinator at Logan Elm High School. Coach Bartholomew spent three years as the Offensive Coordinator at Logan Elm. During that time he helped coach JV basketball for two years and was the Assistant Varsity baseball coach for two years. In March of 2011, he accepted the head coaching job at Hunting- ton High School in Ross County. At that time the football program was on a 26 game losing streak with player numbers in the twenties. Coach Bartholomew started the 2011 season with 50 players and on the up and up. Huntington finished the year 0-10 but everyone believed that the season was a success because they were much more competitive throughout and finished the year with 50 players. The 2012 season started with high expectations and a goal in mind to win games. In week two Coach Bartholomew and Huntington broke the then current 37-game losing streak and finished the year at 5-5. Coach Entertainment Visit us online @www.mydailytribune.com & www.mydailysentinel.com Bartholomew’s goal at Gallia Academy is to build and maintain academic excellence and the tradition of success within the athletics and the football programs. Jim Craft is the Director of Communications within the Gallipolis City School District. �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page B6 Submitted photos Pictured above are the 2013 Winter Sports Scholar-Athletes at Gallia Academy High School. They are, from left, Peyton Eastman, Lishea Eddy, Jemeia Hope, Shawna Stanley, Samantha Staton, Kyla Coburn, Kaylee Merry, Makenzie Wright, Traci Blair, Maggie Bostic, Michaelyn Brace, Andrea Edelmann, Taylor Loveday, Taylor Queen, Mark Allen, Ben Bush, Justin Reynolds, Briggs Shoemaker, Ryan Terry, Scott Warren, Blake Wilson, Zachary Graham, Anthony Sipple, Eric Ward, Halley Barnes, Kendra Barnes, Megan Cochran, Micah Curfman, Hannah Loveday, Chelsey Slone, Abby Wiseman, Brittany Angel, MaKenzie Barr, Ashley Huffman, Jordan Walker, Jerica Young, Seth Atkins, Justin Bailey, Cody Call, Jimmy Clagg, Reid Eastman, Aaron Jackson, Wade Jarrell, Jeremy Wilson, Isaiah Franklin, Andrew Owens, Michael Putney, Dylan Saunders, Joseph Sebastian, Alex White, Matt Bailey, Koleton Carter, Josiah Cox, Devin Henry, Dekota Metzler and Micah Saunders. GAHS honors athletes at 2013 Winter Sports Banquet Jim Craft Special to OVP CENTENARY, Ohio — Numerous awards were presented at the Gallia Academy High School 2012 Winter Sports Awards Ceremony recently held at Gallia Academy High School. In all, 78 student-athletes were recognized for their efforts athletically and academically during the 2011 winter season. GAHS Athletic Director Brent Simms, Master of Ceremony, introduced each of the following coaches who gave season comments and introduced their team members and assistant coaches. BIDWELL, OH 9039 State Rt. 160 MON-SAT 8AM - 9PM SUN 9AM - 7PM 740-446-0818 Varsity Cheerleader Coach Valerie Jarrell introduced Freshman Coach Lehanna Craft and Eighth Grade Coach Amanda Trout. Coach Jarrell then introduced Freshman squad members Peyton Eastman, Lishea Eddy, Jemeia Hope, Makayla Price, Shawna Stanley, Samantha Staton and Olivia Waugh. Coach Jarrell then introduced Junior Varsity squad members Kyla Coburn, Marinda Cook, Kaylee Merry and Makenzie Wright. Coach Jarrell followed by introducing Varsity squad members Traci Blair, Maggie Bostic, Michaelyn Brace, Andrea Edelmann, Taylor Loveday, Maddison Jackson, OH 71 E Huron St MON-SUN 8AM - 9PM 740-286-5586 Maynard, Kasidy Putney, Taylor Queen and Elizabeth Thompson. Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach Renee Barnes introduced Assistant Varsity Coach Joe Justice, Junior Varsity Coach Alex Penrod, Eighth Grade Coach Mike Walker and Seventh Grade Coach Martha Davis. Coach Barnes then introduced Junior Varsity team members Brittany Angel, MaKenzie Barr, Hollie Bostic, Ashley Huffman, Bailey Smith, Jordan Walker and Jerica Young. 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Not all items available in all Stores. Not responsible for typographical errors. 60403330 Pictured above are the 2013 Winter Sports Special Award winners at Gallia Academy High School. They are, from left, Most Valuable Wrestler – Cole Tawney, Boys Winter Sports Scholastic Award – Jimmy Clagg, Girls Winter Sports Scholastic Award – Halley Barnes, Most Valuable Basketball Player (Girls) – Kendra Barnes, Most Valuable Basketball Player (Boys) – Justin Bailey. members Harley Carpenter, Isaiah Franklin, Payton Halley, Jordan Jackson, Trevor McNeal, Andrew Owens, Michael Putney, Dylan Saunders, Joseph Sebastian and Alex White. Coach Moore then introduced Varsity team members Seth Atkins, Justin Bailey, Cody Call, Jimmy Clagg, Reid Eastman, Aaron Jackson, Wes Jarrell, Wade Jarrell and Jeremy Wilson. Varsity Wrestling Coach Scott Stanley introduced Varsity Volunteers Phillip Greenlee and Mark Allen, Junior Varsity Wrestling Coach Daniel Tench, Junior High Head Coach Todd May and Junior High Volunteers Doug Tawney and Scott Mash. Coach Stanley then introduced Junior Varsity team members Zachary Graham, Anthony Sipple and Eric Ward. Coach Stanley then introduced Varsity Wrestling Team members Mark Allen, Ben Bush, Michael Edelman, Griffon McKinniss, Justin Reynolds, Briggs Shoemaker, Cole Tawney, Ryan Terry, Scott Warren, Nathaniel Waugh and Blake Wilson. Cole Tawney was selected All District and finished in Fifth Place at the OHSAA State Wrestling Tournament. All SEOAL went to Mark Allen, Briggs Shoemaker, Cole Tawney, Kendra Barnes, Chelsey Slone and Justin Bailey. GAHS Scholar Athlete Awards were presented to Peyton Eastman, Lishea Eddy, Jemeia Hope, Shawna Stanley, Samantha Staton, Kyla Coburn, Kaylee Merry and Makenzie Wright, Traci Blair, Maggie Bostic, Michaelyn Brace, Andrea Edelmann, Taylor Loveday, Taylor Queen, Mark Allen, Ben Bush, Justin Reynolds, Briggs Shoemaker, Ryan Terry, Scott Warren, Blake Wilson, Zachary Graham, Anthony Sipple, Eric Ward, Halley Barnes, Kendra Barnes, Megan Cochran, Micah Curfman, Hannah Loveday, Chelsey Slone, Abby Wiseman, Brittany Angel, MaKenzie Barr, Ashley Huffman, Jordan Walker, Jerica Young, Seth Atkins, Justin Bailey, Cody Call, Jimmy Clagg, Reid Eastman, Aaron Jackson, Wade Jarrell, Jeremy Wilson, Isaiah Franklin, Andrew Owens, Michael Putney, Dylan Saunders, Joseph Sebastian, Alex White, Matt Bailey, Koleton Carter, Josiah Cox, DJ Drenner, Devin Henry, Russell Mathew, Dekota Metzler and Micah Saunders. All SEOAL Academic Awards were presented to Maggie Bostic, Mark Allen, Justin Reynolds, Briggs Shoemaker, Scott Warren, Blake Wilson, Halley Barnes, Kendra Barnes, Micah Curfman, Chelsey Slone, Abby Wiseman, Justin Bailey, Cody Call, Jimmy Clagg and Wade Jarrell. Most Valuable Wrestler – Cole Tawney, Girl’s Winter Sports Scholastic Award – Halley Barnes, Boy’s Winter Sports Scholastic Award – Jimmy Clagg, Most Valuable Basketball Player (Girls) – Kendra Barnes, Most Valuable Basketball Player (Boys) – Justin Bailey. Trophy awards were presented by GAHS Principal Tim Massie for GAHS Principal’s Fund, GAHS Assistant Principal Josh Donley for Coach’s Corner, GAHS Student Council President Maggie Bostic for GAHS Academic Boosters Club, GAHS Athletic Director Brent Simms for Brown Brothers Agency, Inc., and Karen Sprague for Karen and Patty Sprague. Acknowledgements Maintenance Supervisor Andy Hout and the Maintenance and Custodial Staffs, Athletic Director Brent Simms, Principal Tim Massie, Assistant Principal Josh Donley, Superintendent Roger D. Mace and the Board of Education Members for their efforts to make the athletic and academic programs at Gallia Academy High School the finest in Southeastern Ohio. In addition thanks were given to the GAHS Athletic Boosters Club and Officers Jennifer Edelmann — President, Tim Ward – Vice President, Lori Young – Treasurer and GAHS Athletic Trainer Lori Ward. �Sunday Times-Sentinel SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 2013 Along the River C1 Scenes of the Season What reminds us of the Easter season? Sarah Hawley shawley@civitasmedia.com OHIO VALLEY — Everywhere you look this time of you see bunnies, eggs and other things that remind you of the upcoming Easter holiday. The Easter holiday that is celebrated around the world is based in the Christian church, and centered around the death and resurrection of Jesus. In addition to Easter Sunday, other religious holidays associated with Easter are Palm Sunday (the Sun- day before Easter), Ash Wednesday (the beginning of Lent, 40 days prior to Easter) and Good Friday (the Friday before Easter). Easter in the Christian church is celebrated on the first Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox (start of spring). Easter can be anywhere from March 22 to April 25 each year. Orthodox Christians typically celebrate Easter one to two weeks later. The holiday is wrapped in tradition and symbols which have been passed down from generation to generation. While some of there are religion based, others take on the commercial side of the holiday. The cross with the purple cloth and crown of thorns is a traditional religious Easter symbol that signifies the crucifixion of Jesus. Palm branches are used in many churches on Palm Sunday to symbolize the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem riding on a donkey. Churches around the See SEASON ‌| C2 Charlene Hoeflich l Daily Tribune The cross with the purple cloth and crown of thorns is displayed in the Middleport First Baptist Church as the choir sings in the background. A large stuffed Easter Bunny holds eggs in the window of the Middleport Flower Shop, just one of the many Easter items displayed throughout the shop. Photos by Sarah Hawley l Daily Tribune Palm branches are traditionally waved by congregations on Palm Sunday to make the entry of Jesus into Jeruselum. Palm branches, like these, are available at the Middleport Flower Shop. Plastic Easter eggs are available in all sizes, colors and designs to be filled with candy and small prizes for children to find during Easter egg hunts. AT LEFT, trees, both inside and outside of homes, are often decorated with Easter eggs and other items in pastel colors to remind people of the Easter season. AT RIGHT, candy lines the shelves at Powell’s Foodfair in Pomeroy. Candy is just one of the commercial symbols that is associated with Easter season. �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Season From Page C1 region will hold special services this week for Maunday Thursday (symbolizing the Last Supper), Good Friday (symbolizing the crucifixion), and Sunrise (symbolizing the Resurrection of Jesus). Store shelves are lined with items to be purchased and placed in Easter baskets or stuffed in eggs to be found by kids of all ages. Other traditions associated with Easter include the Easter parade, Easter Bunny and egg hunts. A schedule of upcoming services and events centered around the Easter season can be found in the calendar of events located in the Sunday Times-Sentinel and the daily editions of The Daily Sentinel and Gallipolis Daily Tribune. Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C2 Meigs Library Column POMEROY — 2012 was a very busy year for the Meigs County District Public Library. Even with budget cuts still in effect, library usage has increased. Some of the increase is due to the library’s membership in the Ohio Valley Library Consortium (OVLC), which allows for sharing materials with six other libraries in the region. Meigs County is what is known as a “net lender” in the program. Overall, we lend more items to other libraries in the consortium than the number of items our patrons borrow from consortium libraries. That’s not to say our patrons don’t borrow a lot though. Here are a few numbers from our recent annual state report. The Meigs County Library currently has 22,142 registered borrowers, 16,406 of whom are adults and 5,736 of whom are children. Of those registered, 7,907 have used their brary services library card that do not rein the last 3 quire the use of years. Library a library card, staff circulated another way 169,913 items that libraries in 2012. This measure use is number was by attendance. made up of We choose 133,368 adult two “countitems and ing” weeks 38,545 chilper year, one dren’s items. in March and E-books hit an one in Octoall-time high at ber where we Kristi L. Eblin MCDPL with count atten4,129 circuladance. Those Director, Meigs tions in 2012. two numbers County Library We provided are averaged 12,122 items to find an esto be borrowed by other timate of attendance in a libraries around the state typical week and then mulincluding 150 libraries in tiplied to find an estimate the MORE (Moving Ohio’s of yearly library attenResources Everywhere) dance. Last year, approxiConsortium, and the 6 li- mately 1,846 people per braries in our more local week or 95,992 made use OVLC consortium. From of the four Meigs County those same libraries, we libraries. Reference transborrowed 7,309 items actions are also calculated for use by our patrons in during “counting week” Meigs County. and last year, library staff Since there are many li- answered approximately 228 reference questions in a typical week or 11,856 for the whole year. The library provided 184 different programs i.e. story times, school visits, classes etc., in 2012 which were attended by 4,347 people. The vast majority of those programs are geared toward children, and the kids enjoy them immensely. And finally, the library provides a total of 32 Internet accessible-computers in all four locations for public use. Those 32 stations were used a total of 11,908 times last year. It’s been a very busy year! But even more important than the numbers, is the excellent customer service that library staff provides to our users on a daily basis. We want the library to be a welcoming place for everyone in our community. If you haven’t been to the library recently, come on in and see what we’re all about. You won’t be disappointed. New trustee appointed to Gallia Library Board The chocolate colored Easter bunny displayed at the Middelport Flower Shop carries and Easter egg on his back. Submitted photo The Gallia County District Library board recently welcomed a new trustee. The newly appointed trustee, Graham Woodyard, joined the seven member board that is comprised of Robert Jenkins, president; Elaine Armstrong, vice-president; Larry Shong, secretary; Leanna Martin; Traci Good and Jay Caldwell. Pictured are Gallia County Common Pleas Judge D. Dean Evans (left) as he administers the oath of office to Woodyard (right). Livestock Report GALLIPOLIS — United Producers, Inc., livestock report of sales from March 20, 2013. Feeder Cattle 275-415 pounds, Steers, $90-$151, Kids around the region take part in Easter egg hunts hosted Heifers, $90-$145; 425-525 pounds, by many groups and organizations. Egg hunts have become associated with the holiday and are held at churches, fire de- Steers, $90-$150, Heifers, $90-$138; 550-625 pounds, Steers, $90-$140, partments, and communities. Heifers, $90-$128; 650-725 pounds, Steers, $90-$130, Heifers, $88-$120; 750-850 pounds, Steers, $88-$120, Heifers, $85-$115. $450; Goats, $20-$235; Lambs, $130$245. Cows Well Muscled/Fleshed, $76-$83; Medium/Lean, $67-$75; Thin/Light, $60-$66; Bulls, $91.50-$109. Upcoming Specials 3/27/13 — next sale, 10 a.m. Direct sales and free on-farm visits. Contact Dewayne at (740) 3390241, Stacy at (304) 634-0224, Luke at (740) 645-3697, or Mark at (740) 645-5708, or visit the website at www.uproducers.com. Back to Farm Cow/Calf Pairs, $970-$1,050; Bred Cows, $625-$1,275; Baby Calves, $35- Obama to designate five national monuments WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is designating five new national monuments, using executive authority to protect historic or ecologically significant sites — including one in Delaware sought by Vice President Joe Biden. The White House said Obama would make the designations Monday, using the century-old Antiquities Act to protect unique natural and historic landmarks. The sites are Rio Grande del Norte National Monument in New Mexico; First State National Monument in Delaware; Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Monument in Maryland; Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument in Ohio; and San Juan Islands National Monument in Washington state. The Delaware monument, commemorating the state’s history and preserving about 1,100 acres near Daffodils and lillies are in bloom in the spring and are incorpo- Wilmington, is the first rated in Easter floral displays. step toward creating a na- tional park in Delaware, the only state not included in the national park system. The project is a longtime priority for Biden, a former senator from Delaware. “This national monument will tell the story of the essential role my state played in the history of the United States,” Biden said in a statement. “I couldn’t be more proud to call Delaware home.” The largest site is Rio Grande del Norte in New Mexico, where Obama will designate nearly 240,000 acres for protection. The site includes wildlife habitat valued by hunters and anglers; rafting, camping, and other recreation, and is prized by the region’s Hispanic and tribal groups. Advocates say the new monument in New Mexico, to be run by the U.S Bureau of Land Management, will contribute an estimated $15 million a year in economic benefits to the area. The San Juan Islands monument off Washington’s northwest coast includes roughly 1,000 acres of public land already managed by the BLM. Supporters say the designation will protect important cultural and historical areas and safeguard natural areas used for recreation and other purposes. The Arlington, Va.based Conservation Fund donated property on Maryland’s Eastern Shore to the National Park Service to help tell the story of Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Tubman escaped slavery at age 27 but returned to Maryland’s Dorchester and Caroline counties to help slaves escape to the North. The Charles Young monument near Xenia, Ohio, recognizes and celebrates Col. Charles Young, a West Point graduate who was the first black national park superintendent. Young was the highest-ranking black officer in the U.S. Army until his death in 1922. The new monuments would be the first designated by Obama in his second term. Obama created four national monuments in his first term: The Cesar E. Chavez and Fort Ord national monuments in California; Fort Monroe National Monument in Virginia; and Chimney Rock in Colorado. Supporters called the monument designations especially important at a time of partisan gridlock over wilderness issues. No new wilderness areas were approved in the last Congress, the first time lawmakers have failed to create new wilderness since the 1960s. “Understanding that Congress is broken, The Wilderness Society is very pleased to see President Obama taking important steps toward putting conservation on equal ground with energy development,” said Jamie Williams, president of The Wilderness Society. “Protecting our lands and waters can’t wait.” �SundayMarch , March 2013 Sunday, 24,24, 2013 BLONDIE BEETLE BAILEY FUNKY WINKERBEAN HAGAR THE HORRIBLE HI & LOIS Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C3 ComiCs/EntErtainmEnt Dean Young/Denis Lebrun Mort Walker Today’s Answers Tom Batiuk Chris Browne Brian and Greg Walker THE LOCKHORNS MUTTS William Hoest Patrick McDonnell Jacquelene Bigar’s Horoscope zITS THE FAMILY CIRCUS Bil Keane DENNIS THE MENACE Hank Ketchum Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman CONCEPTIS SUDOKU by Dave Green HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Monday, March 25, 2013: This year you greet change in a positive manner. Your daily life takes on a more upbeat tone. Your ability to attract others’ interest soars, especially when having one-on-one discussions. If you are single, you will have to decide whether you want to stay that way, as many people find you intriguing. If you are attached, take up a new hobby or project together. VIRGO can be fussy and critical. Remember that when dealing with this sign. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH You might feel overburdened as you deal with others’ plights. Shaking yourself free takes talent and detachment. Though you might want to do more, you have limits. Changes are brewing around authority. Do not fight the inevitable. Tonight: Let it all hang out. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH You continue to see life in a different, more grounded way. You might wonder what is going on around you, as others seem to act oddly. Detach more. Tonight: Find a person who knows more about the topic at hand, and/or surf the web to get more information. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH You might be a bit more grounded than you’d like. Information that is forthcoming could challenge your knowledge of a specific relationship or financial agreement. Keep digging as you seek new information and understanding. Tonight: Let go of a vision of how things “should” be. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHH Ask more questions. You might realize that someone close to you is changing, and he or she could be quite controlling at this point in time. Opportunities come from your imagination and your willingness to look at hard facts. Tonight: Have a long-overdue discussion. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHH Be aware of the cost of proceeding in a certain direction. You might want to rethink a decision involving your daily life and finances. Brainstorm with a friend who knows you. Your decision might change with some insight. Tonight: Do some shopping on the way home. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH You could be full of energy and feel the need to move through a problem. Your ability to change how situations look is quite unique. Knowing what you need to do is important. Answer someone about an issue that keeps resurfacing. Tonight: Lighten up, and enjoy yourself. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH You might feel weighed down by a changing situation in your life. Home and family no longer carry the same significance. Realize what is happening behind the scenes. You could be fearful of the implications of a decision. Be honest with yourself. Tonight: Soul searching. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You might want to rethink a decision that has been weighing heavily on your mind. If there is a misunderstanding or a lack of communication, perhaps it is time to clear the air. What might be bothering you could be irrelevant to the other party. Tonight: Say “yes” to an invitation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH You’ll open up to new ideas and a better way of living. Optimism follows you everywhere, and it presents you with many opportunities. Be the captain of your ship. You could be overtired by everything you need to get done. Others will follow your lead. Tonight: To the wee hours. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH Defer to someone who might be more detached and slightly less emotional than you. You could discover many paths to take. You know where you want to head and why — just not how. Don’t minimize a situation involving a friend. Tonight: Follow your imagination. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH Deal with a partner directly. Your creativity invites many opportunities, and it also helps you identify them. You might be forced to face the fact that a preconceived notion is not valid. Don’t fight this realization so hard. Go with it, and you’ll be better off. Tonight: Be spontaneous. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Others demand your attention, yet your imagination wanders. Recognize that your self-discipline needs to kick in. Give some thought about a change in your day-to-day life that has captured your interest. A meeting changes direction. Tonight: Where the action is. Jacqueline Bigar is on the Internet at www.jacquelinebigar.com. �Sunday, March 24, 2013 Pomeroy • Middleport • Gallipolis Sunday Times Sentinel • Page C4 Cox-Altman wedding Newton-Hill engagement Mr. and Mrs. William Altman of Darlington, South Carolina are pleased to announce the recent marriage of their daughter, Bobbie Jaillette Altman, to Daniel Lee Cox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Cox of Gallipolis, Ohio. The wedding took place on Saturday, February 23, 2013, at the home of the bride’s parents in Darlington, South Carolina. Due to illness of the bride’s father, Bobbie was escorted by her brother, Rusty Altman. David Cox, brother of the groom, served as best man. Jenny Altman, sister of the bride, served as maid of honor. Following the wedding, a reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents. The couple will reside in Darlington, South CaroBobbie and Daniel Cox lina. Faith (Annie) DeWeese and Samuel Curtis Mitchell, II Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Newton of New Holland, Ohio announce the engagement of their daughter, Devin Jo, to Earley Cody Hill, son of Mr. and Mrs. Earley Hill of Albany. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Newson of New Holland and the late Eugene Darst and June Painter. She is a graduate of Westfall High School and a 2011 graduate of Hobart Institute of Welding Technology with certification in welding. She is currently a welder in Columbus. Her fiance is the grandson of Donna Matheny and the late Donzel Matheny of Stewart and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hill of Albany. He is a 2010 graduate of Meigs High School and a 2011 graduate of Hobart Institute of Welding Technology with certifications in welding, and also a 2012 graduate of Hocking Col- Devin Jo Newton and Earley Cody Hill lege with an associates degree in heavy equipment. He is currently employed in Gallipolis. The couple will be married later this spring. Submitted photo DeWeese-Mitchell engagement Benny and Teri DeWeese, of Gallipolis Ferry, W.Va., are pleased to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Faith (Annie) DeWeese to Samuel Curtis Mitchell II, son of Samuel Mitchell, Sr. and Jennifer Slone. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Point Pleasant High School class of 2005. The prospective groom is a graduate of Gallia Academy High School Class of 2006. An April wedding is planned. Istanbul hopes to impress panel with bid ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — After four unsuccessful attempts, Istanbul is ready to pitch its bid for the 2020 Olympics by stressing Turkey’s robust economy, plans for modern venues and a two-continent backdrop. The city of nearly 15 million, which straddles Europe and Asia, is touting its unique geographical location to set it apart from rival bidders Tokyo and Madrid. The IOC’s evaluation commission arrives in Istanbul this weekend for a fourday tour to assess Istanbul’s plans, finances and existing venues. The panel, headed by IOC Vice President Craig Reedie, has already visited Tokyo and Madrid. The full IOC will select the 2020 host city in Buenos Aires on Sept. 7. Many of Istanbul’s venues will need to be constructed from scratch but Turkey sees this as an advantage, not a setback. Tokyo hosted the 1964 Olympics and Spain held the games in Barcelona in 1992. “The Istanbul Olympics would be presenting a totally modern, brand new, and specially designed facilities that would 100 percent meet the requirements of each of the sports branches,” Turkey’s Youth and Sports Minister Suat Kilic told the Associated Press in an interview before the IOC visit. Istanbul would bring the games to a new region that sits on two continents and to a predominantly Muslim nation for the first time. “Istanbul is the only place which promises Olympic Games held on two continents, at the same time,” Kilic said. “The opening ceremony will be held in Asia with the Bosporus and the continent of Europe as the backdrop, while the water sports competitions will be held on the Golden Horn, with the Bosporus Bridge and Asia in the background.” The Golden Horn is a waterway on the European side, separating the old and new parts of the city. Addressing the city’s notorious congestion, Turkey is undertaking a series of massive projects, including the construction of a six-runway third airport for the city to be built by 2016, a third bridge crossing the Bosporus, an underwater rail link also uniting the European and Asian sides of the city as well as expanded metro and light rail lines. Istanbul’s projected infrastructure budget for the Olympics is $19.2 billion — 10 times that of Madrid ($1.9 billion) and much higher than that of Tokyo ($4.9 billion). Madrid, which is mired in recession, contends its spendthrift approach is better suited for the games, but Turkey is dismissing any notion of excess and insisting all projects are among Turkey’s development plans for the next five years and will proceed independently from the Olympic bid. “We don’t have a penny to squander. Each penny that we are spending is intended to serve Istanbul’s needs for the years to come,” Kilic said. “This is what the Olympic legacy is all about,” he added. “Perhaps this will be the first games in history where so much Olympic legacy will be left behind for the use of the people. All of the facilities, the infrastructure, the metro, the health facilities, the sports facilities — all of it, will serve future needs of the city of 15 million.” Turkey boasts a young population, a stable democracy and strong economic growth. “Everybody is aware of Turkey’s economic stability,” Kilic said. “We are the No.1 fastest growing economy in Europe. Among the (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) countries, we have the No. 2 fastest growing economy.” Turkey had expressed an interest in hosting the 2020 European soccer championship, which would weaken its Olympic bid, but Kilic said Turkey was putting its full weight behind hosting the games. “Our position is very clear,” Kilic said. “Between the two options Turkey has given its preference — and all its weight — to the Olympic Games. Our application to host the games has Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s signature. We have clearly made our choice in favor of the Olympics.” Kilic said the fact that this is Istanbul’s fifth attempt at hosting the games was proof of its enthusiasm. Istanbul tried previously for the 2000, 2004, 2008 and 20012 Olympics. “Persistently and with an undying buzz, we have displayed our willingness to host these games,” Kilic said. “No one can remain indifferent to this enthusiasm.” Visit us at www.mydailytribune.com Ashley Burdette and Scott Nolan Burdette-Nolan wedding Ashley Kay Burdette and Timothy “Scott” Nolan are pleased to announce their upcoming nuptials. They couple will be joined in marriage on April 13, 2013. They have been together for five years and have four children, Chaucey, Alexxus, McKenzie and Landon. Ashley is the daughter of Billy Joe Burdette, Jr., of Gallipolis, and Angie Denise Comlish-Burdette, also of Gallipolis. Scott is the son of Timothy Dale Nolan of Bidwell and the late Christina Anne White-Nolan. Births Colemans announce birth of son POMEROY — Melissa and Jason Coleman of 174 Mulberry Avenue, Pomeroy, announce the birth of a son, Jordan Bradley. The infant was born on March 5, 2013, at O’Bleness Memorial Hospital. Stouts announce birth of daughter MIDDLEPORT — Belita and Jeffery Stout of Middleport announce the birth of a daughter, Lillian. She was born March 9, 2013, at O’Bleness Memorial Hospital. US coast critical loggerhead habitat CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — A federal agency is designating 740 miles of beaches from North Carolina to Mississippi as critical habitat for loggerhead sea turtles, including 175 miles in the Carolinas. While loggerheads have been listed under the Endangered Species Act since 1978, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 2011 changed the loggerhead listing from a single worldwide designation to nine distinct groups to focus on need for conservation in specific areas. So the nesting areas are now being designated as critical habitat for the recovery of the species threatened in the northwest Atlantic. The areas selected have the highest densities of loggerhead nests. “Only occupied habitat is being proposed as we determined this is adequate for the conservation of the species,” Sandy MacPherson, the national sea turtle coordinator for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, told reporters Friday. She said that about 19 percent of the shoreline in the six states is owned by the federal government; 21 percent is owned by state governments; and the rest is private. “We do not envision additional landowner use restrictions that will result from this critical habitat designation,” she said, adding most coastal landown- ers are aware of state and federal rules designed to protect sea turtles. “It’s an informative process that identifies the habitats necessary for the recovery of the species,” said Jennifer Koches, a spokeswoman for the Fish and Wildlife Service in Charleston. “Anytime there is a federal project such as beach renourishment or dredging activities — things that are funded or permitted by the federal government — applicants have to consult for impacts on federal species.” At the time the agency changed the loggerhead designation to nine groups, it said it did not have enough data to identify the critical habitat. In January, three nonprofit groups, including Oceana Inc., sued in federal court in San Francisco seeking to have those designations made. “It’s something we’re required to do … and it was something we were working on when we received the complaint,” MacPherson said. Amanda Keledjian, a marine scientist with Oceana, said the National Marine Fisheries Service should now “designate (as critical) off-shore areas as well as waters directly adjacent to nesting beaches if they want these vulnerable populations to recover.” Sea turtles often get tangled in trash such as fishing lines or are hit by boat propellers and injured. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 03. March Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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