https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/9278ebfa3f75ec727417478f78c80054.pdf 072e51d1eaa990fe35c04779e8161296 PDF Text Text Ohio Valley Business BUSINESS s 3 8 AM 2 PM 8 PM 28° 40° 41° Mostly sunny and cold today. Partly cloudy and cold tonight. High 48° / Low 27° Today’s weather forecast Baer named D-3 All-Ohio WEATHER s 5 SPORTS s 6 C_ZZb[fehjšFec[heo"�E^_e Breaking news at mydailysentinel.com Issue 47, Volume 72 Early voting begins April 10; registration ends April 9 Complete list of what will appear on the ballot By Sarah Hawley shawley@aimmediamidwest. com MEIGS COUNTY — The last day to register to vote for the 2018 Primary Election is April 9 by 9 p.m. Early/Absentee voting will begin on April 10 at 8 a.m. at the Meigs County Board of Elections located at 113 E. Memorial Dr., Suite A, Pomeroy, Ohio. The Meigs County Board of Elections will be open for voting the following dates and times: Monday through Friday, April 10-13 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; April 16-20 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; April 23-27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; April 30-May 4 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 5 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, May 6 from 1-5 p.m.; and Monday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Voting precincts and their locations on May 8 are as follows: Bedford — Ohio Valley Christian Assembly Campgrounds, 39560 Rocksprings Road, Pomeroy; East/West Chester — Chester United Methodist Church, 26580 State Route 248, Chester; Columbia — Columbia Township Fire Department, 29466 State Route 143, Albany; Lebanon — Portland Community Center, 56896 State Route 124, Portland; Letart — East Letart United Methodist Church Building, 49018 East Letart Road, Racine; North Olive and Orange Precincts — Tuppers Plains St. Paul United Methodist Church, 42216 State Route 7, Tuppers Plains; South Olive — Long Bottom Community Building, 36709 Township Road 275, Long Bottom; Rutland Village, East Rutland and West Rutland Precincts — Rutland Church of the Nazarene INDEX Obituaries: 2 Business: 3 Opinion: 4 Weather: 5 Sports: 6 TV listings: 7 Classifieds: 8 Comics: 9 Fellowship Hall, 460 Main Street, Rutland; Salem — Salem Center Fire Department, 28854 State Route 124, Langsville; Middleport 2nd, 3rd and 4th — Church of Christ Life Center, 437 Main Street, Middleport; Pomeroy 1st, 2nd and 3rd — Mulberry Community Center, 260 Mulberry Avenue, Pomeroy; Bradbury — Bradford Church of Christ Activity Building, 39105 Bradbury Road, Pomeroy; Laurel Cliff and Rocksprings — Meigs Local Administrative Office, 41765 Pomeroy Pike, Pomeroy; Scipio — Scipio Township Fire Department, 35575 Firehouse Road, Pomeroy; Racine Village and Racine Precinct — Racine Baptist Church Christian Outreach Center, 406 5th Street, Racine; and Syracuse Village and Minersville Precincts — Syracuse Village Community Building, 2244 7th Street, Syracuse. The polls for the election will open at 6:30 a.m. and remain open until 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. A complete list of candidates and issues to appear on the May 8 ballots are as follows: Candidates Governor/Lieutenant Governor — Democrat: Richard Cordray/Betty Sutton, Larry E. Ealy/ Jeffrey Lynn, Dennis John Kuncinich/Tara L. Samples, Bill O’Neill/ Chantelle C. Lewis, Paul E. Ray/Jerry M. Schroeder, Joe Schiavoni/Stephanie Dodd; Green: Constance Gadell-Newton/Brett R. Jospeh; Republican: Mike DeWine/Jon Husted, Mary Taylor/ Nathan D. Estruth; Attorney General — Democrat: Steve Dettelbach; Republican: Dave Yost; Auditor of State — Democrat: Zack Space; Republican: Keith Faber; Secretary of State — Democrat: Kathleen See VOTING | 5 JOIN THE CONVERSATION What’s your take on today’s news? Go to mydailysentinel. com and visit us on facebook to share your thoughts. Thursday, March 22, 2018 s 50¢ Rutland chief of police resigns By Erin Perkins eperkins@aimmediamidwest.com RUTLAND — The Rutland Council recently held its regularly scheduled meeting, confirming the Rutland Chief of Police’s resignation. Mayor Mike Biggs stated, “Friday, the 16th, at approximately 10:30 a.m., I received an electronic email resignation from Chief Shannon Sheridan, he has resigned his position as our chief of police, and I have accepted his resignation for the record.” Biggs then added: “Shannon Sheridan is no longer the chief of police for this village and by him resigning he has no recourse and no grounds for litigation in the future.” Biggs also said: “Going forward we are not going to hire until we have appropriations on board showing we can afford a chief of police, I’ve already been in contact with the state attorney general, they know that I am point of contact for all law enforcement matters right now until such time as we hire a new chief of police…” In other business, former Rutland Mayor April Burke approached council regarding a sample settlement agreement and repayment plan for the $645 fine held against her. Burke explained she worked with State Auditor Denise Blair from the auditor’s office to arrange the document which Burke read aloud to council. The document stated the settlement agreement is between the village of Rutland and Burke. Regarding Burke’s fine of $645 due to misappropriations of funds and lost receipts, the agreement explained a repayment plan over five months to equal the full amount of $645 to be paid back to the village. Burke asked if she could begin her repayment plan in July. The document required signatures from Burke, Biggs, all council members, the attorney general, and the auditors. The council approved to accept the proposed repayment plan and settlement bindings. Burke also presented the council with a $125 check for an over payment she received before her resignation on Dec. 16, 2017. She explained she had been paid the full $200 for that month. Erin Perkins is a staff writer for Ohio Valley Publishing. Courtesy photos Easter Swain is pictured at the Ohio Statehouse with State Rep. Jay Edwards and her parents Robin and Jay Swain. Swain honored at Statehouse Staff Report COLUMBUS — Meigs Archery Athlete Easter Swain was recently honored in front of a regular session of the Ohio House. State Representative Jay Edwards (R-Nelsonville) sponsored Ohio House Resolution Number 259 which was adopted by the Ohio House in honor of Easter Swain as the 2017 State and World Archery Champion. During the 2017 archery season, Swain competed in 25 tournaments, placing first in 18 of those events. In postseason competition, Swain placed first among middle school females at the Ohio NASP Championship in Columbus of 315 opponents, before placing 11th at nationals with a score of 291 out of 300. She has also placed first among middle school females in the Ohio NASP/IBO Challenge, as well as placing second in the NASP/IBO Outdoor World 3D Challenge and the 3-Star Challenge which included shoots in Kentucky, Florida and Pennsylvania. Her biggest win came at the NASP Shoots Bullseye World Tournament in Orlando, Florida, where she placed first “Easter’s accomplishments are a shining example of what you can achieve with hard work and dedication.” — Jay Edwards, State Representative Easter Swain is pictured at the Ohio Statehouse with State Rep. Jay Edwards and her parents Robin and Jay Swain. among the 713 middle school females and was in a three-way tie for first overall out of 1,653 competitors with a score of 295. In the tie-breaker at the World Tournament, Swain shot a perfect 50 to win the overall world title. “Easter’s accomplishments are a shining example of what you can achieve with hard work and dedication” Edwards said. “It was an honor and pleasure to welcome Easter and her parents to the Statehouse and recognize her tremendous accomplishment. I look forward to continuing to follow and support Easter’s archery career.” In her acceptance speech Easter thanked her Coach BJ Nicholson, her parents Jay and Robin Swain and her school for allowing her the opportunity to pursue her passion. Swain added to those honors this past weekend, taking first place at the state archery tournament for all female competitors with a score of 296 out of a possible 300. Swain was also recognized as an academic archer in the tournament results. “There was no surprise when I heard that Easter won her second consecutive state title over the weekend. She is an archery force to be reckoned with. We are proud to have her representing Meigs County. She is not only a great athlete, but she takes her education just as important and is just a humble young lady,” said Meigs County Commissioner President Randy Smith of Swain. The commissioners have previously honored Swain for her accomplishments. �OBITUARIES/NEWS 2 Thursday, March 22, 2018 Daily Sentinel DEATH NOTICES CUNNINGHAM NEW HAVEN, W.Va. — Sharon Lee Cunningham, 71, of New Haven, W.Va. died on Jan. 27, 2018. A graveside will be held at Kirkland Memorial Garden Cemetery, Point Pleasant, W.Va. on March 23, 2018 at 12:30 p.m. Holzer | Courtesy photos The 2018 Holzer Heart Event panel consisted of, left to right: Marianne Campbell, Guest Emcee, Lori Cremeans, RN, MSN, CRRN, CWOCN, Director, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Services, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute, Jennifer Spradlin, RN, Cardiopulmonary Care Coordinator, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute, Suzanne Mize, MD, and Michael Hemphill, MTA, PTA, CAE, Manager and Wellness Coach, Holzer Therapy and Wellness Center. Holzer hosts annual Heart Event Staff Report GALLIPOLIS — Holzer Cardiovascular Institute recently held its annual Heart Event featuring panel members Lori Cremeans, RN, MSN, CCRN, CWOCN, executive director, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute, Suzanne Mize, MD, Jennifer Spradlin, RN, Cardiopulmonary Care coordinator, Holzer Health System, Mike Hemphill, director, Holzer Wellness Center, and guest emcee, Marianne Campbell. This year’s event was held at The Colony Club and aimed at providing a relaxed and conversational atmosphere for those in attendance. Holzer hosts this annual event to encourage communities to make heart healthy lifestyle choices. Community members are welcomed to participate in a panel discussion full of heart health information and tips to take back to loved ones. Those in attendance were encouraged to help raise awareness in our communities about heart disease and educate families and loved ones on the preventative measures available. Shown pictured are left to right: Lori Cremeans, RN, MSN, CRRN, CWOCN, Director, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Services, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute, Jennifer Spradlin, RN, Cardiopulmonary Care Coordinator, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute, and Suzanne Mize, MD, prior to starting the event. Each served as a panel member providing heart health tips and information. Topics presented included heart attack and stroke symptoms and risks, current statistics on heart health, congestive heart failure information, wellness and fitness tips for optimal heart health and the Cardiopulmonary Care Program now available for Holzer patients. Holzer Cardiovascular Institute has assembled a qualified team of cardiac physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Using the technologically advanced cardiac equipment and procedures, Holzer Cardiovascular Institute is devoted to cardiac care. Through inpatient and outpatient services including medical management, cardiac catheterizations, surgical treatment, Holzer offers diagnostic cardiac catheterizations as well as cardiac angioplasties/stents. Providers manage a variety of heart and vascular conditions including: Coronary Artery Disease (hardening of the arteries), Cardiac Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat), Heart Valve Disease, Heart Conditions associated with Diabetes, Lung Diseases, Vein and Vascular Disease, and Carotid Disease. Services include: cardiopulmonary testing, cardiac catheter- ization, electrophysiology/ heart rhythm management, peripheral vascular disease, vein center, cardio and pulmonary rehabilitation, and pulmonary services. For more information on the event, or Holzer Cardiovascular Institute services, call 1-855-4-HOLZER or visit www.holzer.org. According to information from the American Heart Association, heart health begins with seven steps. Managing blood pressure accounts for the mitigation of heart disease and stroke and reduces strain on arteries and kidneys. Controlling cholesterol keeps plaque, artery cloggers, under control and free of blockages. Reducing one’s blood sugar can avoid the damage of high sugar levels which can effect the heart, eyes, nerves and kidneys. Being active is always endorsed by health professionals for maintaining a healthy lifestyle along with a better diet. These both go hand-in-hand with weight loss. Not smoking can also prevent major health problems throughout life. Submitted by Holzer Health System. Draft of Park Place concept plan to be presented achievability, including: widening sidewalks, screening the Alden Library loading and dumpster area, increasing pedestrian safety and walking zones, a new Alden Library porch with a stepped seating area, community gardens behind 29 Park Place, and reduction of traffic to one road with two way access. The Park Place Planning Strategy working group, charged with developing draft recommendations, includes representatives from the Park Place University and the City Planning Strategy of Athens. The group has The Park Place Plananalyzed feedback from a ning Strategy draft plan, which is not being consid- wide variety of stakeholders and is now seeking ered for approval at the March meetings, presents further input from the project ideas with short-, Board of Trustees before making any final recommedium-, and long-term ATHENS — The first draft of a concept plan for the Park Place corridor will be presented to the Ohio University Board of Trustees during its meeting March 22 and 23. The Board will also consider resolutions approving the design and construction of the renovation of 29 Park Place and its Carriage House, with a cost of $2.3 million, as well as Konneker Alumni House, with a cost of $1.5 million. AIM Media Midwest Operating, LLC (USPS 436-840) Telephone: 740-992-2155 Publishes every Sunday and Tuesday through Friday. Subscription rate is $131.61 per year. Prices are subject to change at any time. CONTACT US PUBLISHER Bud Hunt, Ext. 2109 bhunt@aimmediamidwest.com ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Julia Schultz, Ext. 2104 jschultz@aimmediamidwest.com EDITOR Beth Sergent, Ext. 1992 bsergent@aimmediamidwest.com CIRCULATION MANAGER Derrick Morrison, Ext. 2097 dmorrison@aimmediamidwest.com MANAGING EDITOR Sarah Hawley, Ext. 2555 shawley@aimmediamidwest.com SPORTS EDITOR Bryan Walters, Ext. 2101 bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com 109 West Second Street, Pomeroy, OH, 45769 Periodical postage paid at Pomeroy, OH POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Daily Sentinel, 109 West Second Street, Pomeroy, OH, 45769. mendation. “The Park Place Corridor is a key hub area for the University and Community. We have developed draft ideas that will enhance safety, preserve key historic elements, and provide opportunities for gathering and education.,” Associate Vice President for University Planning Shawna Bolin, co-chair of the Park Place Planning Strategy working group developing the plan, said. The working group will continue with City of Athens and other stakeholder feedback and reviews and finalize recommendations to be submitted to Ohio University President M. Duane Nellis. Small Houses updates In addition to sharing draft recommendations for the Park Place Corridor, the University will be asking the Board of Trustees for approval for rehabilitation of two houses along the corridor. 29 Park Place and Carriage House, formerly a President’s residence, has been vacant and is in need of deferred maintenance repairs so that it can be utilized to meet University space needs. The house and carriage house will be repurposed as an Academic Engagement Center if the Board approves the request. Konneker Alumni Cen- ter, a Foundation owned house, is occupied and is in need of repair to continue to be used. Konneker will remain the alumni center and would gain an ADA entrance, programmatic improvements, and other repairs. The work on 29 Park Place, Carriage House, and Konneker Alumni Center will address deferred maintenance needs and allow utilization of the historic buildings to their highest and best uses. The 29 Park Place project is to be funded through the University’s internal bank, while the Konneker project will use internal bank resources with payback structure in review with the Ohio University Foundation. The Board of Trustees approval for the Konneker Alumni Center project is contingent upon a future Ohio University Foundation Board approval. Fundraising opportunities will be reviewed for both projects. The house projects and the Park Place planning strategy will be discussed during the Board of Trustees’ Joint Committee meeting on March 22, in Walter Hall Governance Room 104. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. and will be streamed online. Click here for a full review of other topics on the agenda. MEIGS CHURCH CALENDAR Thursday, March 29 RACINE — Maundy Thursday Service will be held at 7 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 33441 Pine Grove Road, Racine. Holy Communion will be served with Pastor Martin Francis presiding. KOENIG REEDSVILLE — Ruth Koenig, 94, of Reedsville, Ohio, died Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at Arcadia Nursing Center in Coolville, Ohio. Arrangements will be announced later by Ewing-Schwarzel Funeral Home in Pomeroy, Ohio. STEARNS RIPLEY, W.Va. — Leo Stearns, 92, of Ripley, W.Va., died March 19, 2018 at 6:10 a.m. Visitation will be held at Waybright’s Funeral Home, Ripley, on Wednesday evening March 21, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted at Ripley Tabernacle Baptist Church on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at 11 a.m. with visitation an hour before the services. Burial, with military rites provided by the Jackson County Honor Guard, will be at Salt Hill Church Cemetery. HODGES GALLIPOLIS FERRY, W.Va. — Hal Francis Hodges, 62, of Gallipolis Ferry, W.Va., died March 21, 2018. There will be no visitation. Services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. Deal Funeral Home in Point Pleasant, W.Va. is serving the family. STOUT PATRIOT — Chester Eugene Stout, 75, of Patriot, died on Monday, March 19, 2018 at OSU Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio. Services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Sue Bingman officiating. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday, March 23, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. There will be a Masonic service on Friday evening. COUNTS PROCTORVILLE — William Counts, 87, of Proctorville, died Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at home. Funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville. Burial will follow in Rome Cemetery, Proctorville. Visitation will be held 10-11 a.m. Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the funeral home. MEIGS BRIEFS Editor’s Note: Meigs Briefs will only list event information that is open to the public and will be printed on a space-available basis. Cemetery cleanup BURLINGHAM — The trustees of the Burlingham Cemetery would like to remind people that it is cleanup time at the cemetery. Please remove all flowers, grave blankets and ornaments by April 1, 2018. OLIVE TWP. — Cemetery Cleanup in Olive Township will begin May 1. Trustees are asking that all flowers and grave blankets be removed by the end of April. LETART TWP. — Annual Cemeteries Cleanup in Letart Township will take place in March. Trustees are asking that all flowers and grave blankets be removed by March 31, 2018. LEBANON TWP. — Lebanon Township Cemetery spring cleanup. Residents that want to save decorations must remove them by April 1, 2018 so that the cemeteries can be prepared for mowing season. day, March 26, 2018. Please call Carleton School at 740-992-6681 to schedule an appointment. Immunization Clinic set POMEROY — The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. at 112 E. Memorial Drive in Pomeroy. Please bring child(ren)’s shot records. Children must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian. A $30 donation is appreciated for immunization administration; however, no one will be denied services because of an inability to pay an administration fee for state-funded childhood vaccines. Please bring medical cards and/or commercial insurance cards, if applicable. Zostavax (shingles); pneumonia and influenza vaccines are also available. Call for eligibility determination and availability or visit our website at www. meigs-health.com to see a list of accepted commercial insurances and Medicaid for adults. Fish Fry at NA and AA Sacred Heart meetings POMEROY — The K of C Council will be having a fish fry at the Sacred Heart Church in Pomeroy on March 23 from noon to 7 p.m. Preschool Registration SYRACUSE — Carleton School will be conducting preschool screenings for children ages 3 and 4 on Mon- Narcotics Anonymous groups meet at St Peter’s Episcopal Church on Second Avenue in Gallipolis Mondays at 6 p.m., Wednesday at noon, Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at noon and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings also meet at the church Tuesday at 8 p.m., Wednesday at 8 p.m., Thursday at noon and Friday at 8 p.m. �BUSINESS Daily Sentinel Thursday, March 22, 2018 3 Top consumer complaints in Mid-Ohio Valley CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey released a list of the top consumer complaints received by the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division for Calhoun, Gilmer, Jackson, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wirt and Wood counties in 2017. “There is no shortage of consumers who file complaints about alleged violations of our law,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “Our Consumer Protection Division diligently Repairs-Used Vehicles, works to protect con3. Telephone Services, sumers from dishonest 4. General Sales, 5. practices.” Satellite Equipment & The list is assembled Service, 6. Cable TV, 7. from written consumer Cell Phone Devices/Sercomplaints filed with the vices, 8. Home Repairs, Consumer Protection 9. Major Appliances. Division. The tally does Morrisey The Attorney Gennot include phone calls eral encourages consumers to from consumers who did not educate themselves about their follow up with a written complaint. It also does not include rights and responsibilities so they do not encounter similar reports of scams. The 2017 top complaint cat- issues. Automotive and motor vehiegories for the Mid-Ohio Valley cle complaints, the top statewere: 1. Internet Services, 2. wide category since 2014, fell by 11 percent in 2017, allowing communication complaints to take the top spot from second a year earlier. Though the list does not include scams that issue remains the most frequently reported consumer issue. The Attorney General warned consumers they should always be wary if a business uses highpressure sales tactics, refuses to put terms in writing or demands the consumer surrender personal information, such as a Social Security number or banking information. Consumers who believe they may have been the victim of a scam or taken advantage of should contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at 1-800-368-8808, the Eastern Panhandle Consumer Protection Office in Martinsburg at 304-267-0239 or visit the office online at www.wvago. gov. Submitted by the office of Attorney General Patrick Morrisey. PVH Employee of the Month POINT PLEASANT — Pleasant Valley Hospital (PVH) announces the Customer Service Employee of the Month for March is Derrick Handley. Handley has been employed since January 2016. He is currently working as an Operating Room Technician. According to a statement from PVH, the employee of the month is nominated for taking extra steps to provide excellent customer service to our patients and family members at PVH. Handley was nominated by a PVH Auxiliary member who was working alone one day. A patient needed a wheelchair transport. The auxiliary member had three patients needing help all at once. Handley was walking by the transport desk while on break. He saw that help PVH | Courtesy Pictured are Ryan Henry, chief of anesthesia and director of surgical services, Glen Washington, FACHE, PVH CEO, and Derrick Handley, PVH employee of the month. was needed. He took a wheelchair outside and assisted a patient into the chair from a truck, helped with her oxygen tank and assisted her into the building and to her destination. Later in the day, the auxiliary member was helping the patient back into her vehicle. She commented that Handley was “really nice, helpful and friendly.” She even said if she had a business, he would be on her list to hire. According to PVH, “Derrick is an excellent example of the PVH Employee of the Month, and we are very grateful to have him on our team.” In this recognition, he received a $100 check and a VIP parking space. She will also be eligible for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award with a chance for $500. Holzer | Courtesy Pictured from left are Sue Winston, Fruth Pharmacy, Lynn Hopkins, Fruth Pharmacy, and Diana Wright, assistant manager, Fruth Pharmacy #3, with Sarah Harrigan, MSN, RN, OCN, oncology service line director, Holzer Center for Cancer Care, and Melissa Burris, RN, clinical coordinator, Holzer Center for Cancer Care. Fruth supports Holzer Cancer Care Patient Fund GALLIPOLIS — Holzer Center for Cancer Care recently received a donation from Fruth Pharmacy #3, located on Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, Ohio. Facebook crisis-management lesson What not to do By Mae Anderson AP Technology Writer NEW YORK — The crisis-management playbook is pretty simple: Get ahead of the story, update authorities and the public regularly, assume responsibility and take decisive action. Crisis-management experts say Facebook is 0-for-4. Facebook’s two top executives, CEO Mark Zuckerberg and chief operating officer Sheryl Sandberg, have gone radio silent since news broke on Friday that political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica may have used data improperly obtained from roughly 50 million Facebook users to try to sway elections, including the 2016 White House race. Meanwhile, some Facebook users have been leaving the social network or mulling the possibility , and Facebook’s stock is down 9 percent since Friday. Facebook’s handling of the growing public-relations crisis is remarkable in that one of the world’s biggest companies seems not to be playing by well-established crisis-management rules. “This will go down as the textbook case study as how not to handle a crisis,” said Scott Galloway, a New York University professor of marketing. “The only thing we know about this and are comfortable predicting is that it’s going to get worse.” Zuckerberg is likely to speak soon. A person familiar with the matter who was not authorized to discuss it publicly and spoke on condition of anonymity said Wednes- day that Zuckerberg planned to speak sometime within the next day with a “focus on rebuilding trust.” It’s likely the delay was due to top brass working out legal aspects of the Cambridge Analytica case. But that doesn’t matter to the public. “It’s likely they are trying to coordinate a careful response, but each day of silence costs them more losses in terms of public trust,” said Safiya Noble, assistant professor of information studies at the University of Southern California. “This is translating to economic losses too, so the silence is not insignificant.” “At this point, ‘Why did you wait so long to make a statement?’ is now news in itself,” added Paul Argenti, a business professor at Dartmouth. Fruth Pharmacy staff held an outdoor event in the Fall 2017 to raise funds for the Holzer Center for Cancer Care Patient Fund, which provides gas cards and other assistance to patients while receiving treatments. Over $1,800 was donated to this cause, which was presented to the Center recently. PLEASANT VALLEY HOSPITAL Primary Care DO YOU NEED A FAMILY MEDICINE OBSTETRICIAN? 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Montclair, just west of Los Angeles, has the right idea with its deciSharon sion to begin ticketing folks who Grigsby Contributing are crossing the street while on the phone. The new law says that unless columnist you are making a 911 call, don’t text, talk or listen to anything that requires two earbuds while in a roadway. The city manager got the idea from a similar ordinance that Honolulu put into effect last October. The Hawaiian municipal law was the first of its kind in a major U.S. city. Opponents contend that “distracted walking” laws, like those that result in fines in Honolulu and Montclair, are nothing more than “the creeping criminalization” of pedestrians. In the words of a Treehugger post, this is another city joining the “victim-blaming bandwagon.” The critics are right — to a point. Pedestrians on phones don’t pose a danger to people in cars; it’s the other way around. So my enthusiasm for this ordinance isn’t designed to let distracted drivers off the hook nor excuse those who fail to yield the right of way to walkers. But does any of that make it OK for pedestrians to go out of their way to behave foolishly? Why put yourself in harm’s way as a result of becoming so bewitched by your phone that you are absolutely oblivious to everything around you? As I rolled up yesterday to the parking lot entrance of an SMU-area strip mall, a young man approached on the sidewalk with his smartphone less than three inches from his face. This digitally obsessed individual neither paused even a moment nor wavered from his device as he stepped off the curb and into the driveway right in front of my car. Without ever looking up, much less noticing the nose of my vehicle, he slowly zombie-walked across the opening and up into the adjacent sidewalk. I’m good to yield right-of-way to walkers, but this guy’s level of inattention was shocking. It appeared I could have hit him and still not deterred his reading. (Even if he had no fear of cars, wasn’t he at least a bit worried about tripping over one of the countless orange, green and yellow rental bikes strewn all over town?) It’s accidents-waiting-to-happen like this young man that Monclair is trying to protect with its new law. Between now and Aug. 1, city police are working to educate smartphone offenders. Beginning later this year, $100 fines will be issued. Interestingly, it was Montclair high school students — who grew up on smartphones — who told city officials they thought the ban was a good idea. Their support wasn’t designed to make the streets more convenient for drivers but rather to protect their peers. “The youth admit that they are distracted by their cellphones,” City Manager Edward Starr said. “This has turned out to be a reminder for them that their lives are on the line.” Kara Macek, a spokeswoman with the Governors Highway Safety Association in California, told the Los Angeles Times: “Everyone’s using them, we’ve got them glued to our hands,” but because distracted pedestrian laws are so new, the “jury’s still out as to whether it’s actually going to make a difference.” Sure you can scoff at Montclair’s efforts as another instance of California — the mother of all nanny states — interfering with personal choices. But how about if we get smart enough that government gets out of our way. This column originally appeared in The Dallas Morning News. TODAY IN HISTORY Today is Thursday, March 22, the 81st day of 2018. There are 284 days left in the year. Today’s Highlights in History: On March 22, 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson announced that Gen. William C. Westmoreland, the commander of American forces in Vietnam, would leave that post to become the U.S. Army’s new Chief of Staff. Students at the University of Nanterre in suburban Paris occupied the school’s administration building in a prelude to massive protests in France that began the following May. The first Red Lobster restaurant opened in Lakeland, Florida. On this date: In 1312, Pope Clement V issued a papal bull ordering dissolution of the Order of the Knights Templar. In 1638, religious dissident Anne Hutchinson was expelled from the Massachusetts Bay Colony for defying Puritan orthodoxy. In 1765, the British Parliament passed the Stamp Act to raise money from the American colonies, which fiercely resisted the tax. (The Stamp Act was repealed a year later.) THEIR VIEW Jail for Shkreli won’t lower drug prices Before sentencing the notorious pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli to seven years in prison, the federal judge presiding over his criminal trial ordered him to turn over “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin,” the Wu-Tang Clan album of which only a single copy exists. Shkreli paid $2 million for the album, an extravagance he could afford after making a fortune by jacking up the prices of prescription medications. Seizing the album and other assets worth a total of $7.4 million may seem like karma, but it will do nothing to tame drug costs. Indeed, it is entirely legal to raise generic drug prices (which explains why Shkreli was convicted of securities fraud, not health care fraud). The problem is that government has made it far too easy for pharma companies to gain a national monopoly on the supply of drugs that no longer are patentprotected. Rather than make an example of Shkreli, the solution to outrageous drug prices is to embrace globalization. Shkreli first used supply-control tactics at a company called Retrophin, where he raised the price of Thiola, a drug used to treat kidney stones, from $1.50 per pill to $30. He did it again at Turing Pharmaceuticals, where he increased the price of Daraprim, a 62-year-old treatment for a parasitic infection, from Charles Silver automatic to $13.50 a pill to and David A. approvals companies that $750. Hyman satisfy the stanEconomic Contributing dards in those theory says that columnists countries. Comsuch behavior petition doesn’t should attract always bring drug prices competitors to the mardown as much as one ket, which would keep might hope, but it is still prices in check. But in practice, that’s not what’s the best remedy for price going on. According to a gouging. Consider Deflazacort, 2016 report by the Gova drug treatment for a ernment Accountability Office that studied 1,441 form of muscular dysestablished generic drugs trophy. It has long been available as a generic in from 2010 to 2015, 315 Europe, where it costs saw price increases of 100 percent or more, and about $1,200 a year. But some prices rose 500 per- it wasn’t legally available in the U.S. until 2017, cent or more. Collusion between drug when the FDA approved companies explains some Marathon Pharmaceuticals’ application to sell of these price increases. Deflazacort here. MaraIn these cases, it’s up thon’s chief executive, Jefto the U.S. antitrust frey Aronin, announced authorities to protect that it would charge consumers. But leaving $89,000 for a year’s supcollusion aside, Shkreli ply. Marathon ultimately and his “pharma bro” ilk avoid competitors in part backed down after public because of the costly and outcry — but it never could have gouged time-consuming process American patients if the of obtaining approval from the FDA to manufac- companies that market ture and distribute gener- Deflazacort in Europe were free to sell it here. ic drugs. If the market is Legislation that would small enough, potential grant reciprocal drug and competitors may not device approvals with think it worth the effort. other countries has been To fix this problem, introduced in Congress Congress should allow companies that have been repeatedly, with supapproved to sell drugs in port from both parties. other developed countries To date, these bills have gone nowhere. But Presito export those same dent Donald Trump has drugs to the U.S. Many first-world countries have pledged to bring drug prices down, and Alex strong regulatory strucAzar, the new secretary tures and are devoted to of health and human serprotecting their citizens vices, is advocating major from harmful products; changes to make healththe FDA should grant care more affordable. Drug approval reciprocity belongs at the top of the list. Until that happens, what can consumers do to protect themselves from price gouging? Although U.S. law prohibits importing prescription drugs, tens of millions of Americans have saved billions of dollars by doing so. They bring drugs home from trips to Mexico and Canada, and they order them online from pharmacies abroad. These practices already are too widespread for customs agents to police. As more people follow suit, the likelihood of a federal crackdown will become even more remote. Congress, sensing the futility of trying to stem the tide, finally may move forward with legislation authorizing automatic reciprocal approvals. Then, instead of having to shop abroad, Americans will find less expensive drugs — from manufacturers that sell in Europe, Australia and other countries with standards like our own — at their local drugstore. And that’s when the pharma bros’ stranglehold on drug prices will finally be broken. Charles Silver is a law professor at the University of Texas at Austin. David A. Hyman is an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute and a professor at the Georgetown University Law Center. Their book, “Overcharged: Why Americans Pay Too Much for Health Care,” will be released this summer. This column orginally appeared in the Los Angeles Times. THEIR VIEW Trump opioid plan: Where are the specifics? This editorial originally appearing in The San Diego Union-Tribune: President Donald Trump’s focus on America’s opioid epidemic is welcome. The awful scourge has doubled U.S. drug overdose fatalities over the past decade, leading to more than 64,000 deaths in 2016. But the president’s speech Monday was only his latest exercise in vague rhetoric on the topic. Instead of specifically discussing how his administration would spend $6 billion that Congress has allocated to fight opioids, Trump offered unrealistic generalities about wiping out all types of addiction, called for TV advertising campaigns that hammer home the danger of opioids, and encouraged prosecutors to seek the death penalty for drug dealers. In the president’s defense, yes, politicians talk in cliches and anti- smoking TV ad campaigns have been effective, and, yes, invoking the death penalty sounds tough even if no laws will change. But what is his overarching strategy to combat opioid abuse? Some proposals seem obvious, starting with building a federal database that tracks which physicians overprescribe opioids, funding research into and promoting awareness of less dangerous painkillers, and making the powerful antioverdose drug naloxone much more available to first responders. Some issues are more complicated — for example, given state Medicaid programs’ crucial role in helping people fight addictions, the White House push to cut Medicaid funding seems problematic. But after 14 months as president, Trump needs to get specific. Actions matter much more than words. �NEWS/WEATHER Daily Sentinel Voting From page 1 Clyde; Republican: Frank LaRose; Treasurer of State — Democrat: Rob Richardson; Republican: Sandra O’Brien, Robert Sprague; Write-in: Green Party, Paul Curry. U.S. Senator — Democrat: Sherrod Brown; Republican: Melissa Ackison, Don Elijah Eckhart, Mike Gibbons, Dan Kiley, Jim Renacci; Write-in: Green Party, Philena Irene Farley; Write-in: Republican, Timothy A. Pinion; Representative to Congress 6th District — Democrat: Werner Lange, Shawna Roberts; Republican: Bill Johnson, Robert J. Blazek; Justice of the Supreme Court (Jan. 1 term) — Democrat: Michael P. Donnelly; Republican: Craig Baldwin; Justice of the Supreme Court (Jan. 2 term) — Democrat: Melody J. Stewart; Republican: Mary Degenaro; Judge of Court of Appeals 4th District (Feb. 9 term) — Democrat: Marie Hoover, Valarie K. Gerlach; Republican: Mike Hess, Jason P. Smith, Kathleen Madden, Kris D. Blanton; State Central Committee, man, 30th District — Democrat: Lou Gentile; Republican: Jim E. Carnes; State Central Committee, woman, 30th District — Democrat: Ginny Favede; Republican: Marilyn K. Ashcraft; State Representative, 94th District — Democrat: Taylor Sappington; Republican: Jay Edwards; County Commissioner — Republican: Tim Ihle, Danny Davis; County Auditor — Republican: Mary T. ByerHill; Common Pleas Judge — Republican: Linda R. War- ner, Christopher Tenoglia; Central Committee, Bedford — Republican: Marlene Harrison; Central Committee, East Chester — Republican: David Shuler; Central Committee, West Chester — Democrat: Paula J. Wood; Central Committee, Columbia — Democrat: Mary J. Carter; Republican; Marco Jeffers; Central Committee, Lebanon — Democrat: Lawrence Hayman; Central Committee, Letart — Republican: David Fox; Central Committee, North Olive — Democrat: Sue Maison; Central Committee, South Olive — Republican: William Osborne; Central Committee, Orange — Democrat: James Nally; Republican: Eugene Triplett; Central Committee, Rutland Village — Democrat: Samuel Bruce May; Central Committee, East Rutland — Democrat: Karen S. Williams; Republican: Wilma J. Davidson; Central Committee, West Rutland — Republican: Steve Morris; Central Committee, Salem — Democrat: Beverly A. Davis; Republican: Thomas P. Gannaway; Central Committee, Middleport 2nd — Republican: :Sandy Iannarelli; Central Committee, Middleport 3rd — Democrat: Evelyn Bauer; Republican: Marilyn R> Anderson; Central Committee, Middleport 4th — Democrat: Olita Heighton; Republican: Michael L. Childs; Central Committee, Pomeroy 1st — Republican: Judith R. Sisson; Central Committee, Pomeroy 2nd — Democrat: Rebecca Triplett; Republican: Michelle Shelton; Central Committee, Pomeroy 3rd — Democrat: Linda L. Mayer; Republican: Bill Spaun; TODAY 8 AM WEATHER 2 PM 40° 41° HEALTH TODAY AccuWeather.com Asthma Index™ Temperature The AccuWeather.com Asthma Index combines the effects of current air quality, pollen counts, wind, temperature, dew point, barometric pressure, and changes from past weather conditions to provide a scale showing the overall probability and severity of an asthma attack. Precipitation 24 hours ending 3 p.m. yest. 0.28 Month to date/normal 1.45/2.65 Year to date/normal 12.49/8.69 Snowfall (in inches) POLLEN & MOLD Low Moderate High Primary: cedar/juniper, elm Mold: 50 SUN & MOON Primary: cladosporium Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Low Fri. 7:28 a.m. 7:43 p.m. 11:39 a.m. 1:19 a.m. MOON PHASES First Full Mar 24 Mar 31 Last Apr 8 New Apr 15 SOLUNAR TABLE The solunar period indicates peak feeding times for fish and game. Major Today 4:25a Fri. 5:25a Sat. 6:24a Sun. 7:22a Mon. 8:17a Tue. 9:09a Wed. 9:59a Minor 10:39a 11:39a 12:07a 1:07a 2:02a 2:55a 3:46a Major 4:52p 5:53p 6:53p 7:51p 8:46p 9:38p 10:27p Minor 11:06p ---12:38p 1:36p 2:32p 3:24p 4:13p WEATHER HISTORY On March 22, 1784, an unusual cold snap in the Carolinas damaged buds on the peach trees. Most people look forward to mild weather as soon as the season begins, but winter often has a few more tricks. Editor’s Note: The Daily Sentinel appreciates your input to the community calendar. To make sure items can receive proper attention, all information should be received by the newspaper at least five business days prior to an event. All coming events print on a space-available basis and in chronological order. Events can be emailed to: TDSnews@aimmediamidwest.com. Moderate High Thursday, March 22 Saturday, March 24 AIR QUALITY 0 50 100 150 200 300 Air Quality Index: 0-50, Good; 51-100, Moderate; 101-150, Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200, Unhealthy; 201-300, Very unhealthy; 301-500, Hazardous. Source: Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services OHIO RIVER Levels in feet as of 7 a.m. yesterday Flood 24-hr. Location Stage Level Chg. Willow Island 37 13.39 +1.14 Marietta 34 17.22 +0.38 Parkersburg 36 21.85 +0.06 Belleville 35 12.80 -0.37 Racine 41 12.77 -0.39 Point Pleasant 40 25.14 +0.47 Gallipolis 50 12.17 -0.02 Huntington 50 27.23 +0.19 Ashland 52 34.90 -0.27 Lloyd Greenup 54 12.54 -0.37 Portsmouth 50 22.20 +2.20 Maysville 50 34.30 +0.10 Meldahl Dam 51 20.70 +0.70 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2018 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY 63° 48° 66° 44° Mostly sunny and cool Occasional afternoon rain Cool with a blend of sun and clouds Variable cloudiness A couple of showers possible Chance for a couple of showers Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. NATIONAL CITIES Logan 43/23 Chillicothe 44/25 Belpre 45/25 Athens 44/23 McArthur 44/23 Portsmouth 47/27 Marietta 45/24 Murray City 43/23 Adelphi 44/23 500 Primary pollutant: Particulates MONDAY 55° 39° St. Marys 44/24 Parkersburg 45/24 Coolville 45/24 Wilkesville 46/25 POMEROY Jackson 46/26 46/25 Ravenswood Rio Grande 46/27 47/27 Centerville POINT PLEASANT Ripley 44/25 GALLIPOLIS 48/27 47/27 47/27 South Shore Greenup 47/28 47/26 50 SUNDAY 52° 31° Lucasville 47/25 Source: Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services Friday, March 23 44° 33° Very High Very High Court Street Grill. MIDDLEPORT — Snack & Canvas with Michele Musser will be held at 6 p.m. at the Riverbend Art Council, 290 North 2nd Avenue, Middleport, Ohio. For more information and to reserve a space call Michele at 740-416-0879 or Donna ROCKSPRINGS — Lincoln Day at 740-992-5123. POMEROY — Pomeroy Library, Dinner sponsored by Meigs Repub5 p.m., Family Movie Night: Ferdilican Executive Committee at the Meigs High School Cafeteria 6 p.m. nand. Watch the movie on the big (Doors open at 5:15 p.m.) Speaker “screen” at the library. Popcorn and will be Mike Gibbson, candidate for lemonade will be provided by the Friends of the Library. US Senate. Other candidates will MIDDLEPORT — The Middlebe recognized. Tickets $20. Door port Church of Christ’s monthly prizes compliments of office holders and candidates. Tickets may be Free Community Dinner will be held at the Family Life Center at 5 purchased by calling Bill Spaun at p.m. This month they are serving 740-992-3992 or Kay Hill at 740meatballs, mashed potatoes and 992-3806. POMEROY — The Meigs Soil & gravy, green beans, roll, and desWater Conservation District Board sert. Everyone is welcome. of Supervisors will hold their regular monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m. at the district office. The office is located at 113 E. Memorial Drive, LEBANON TWP. — The LebaSuite D, Pomeroy. non Township will hold their reguPOMEROY — Alpha Iota Maslar monthly meeting at 10 a.m. at ters will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the township garage. SATURDAY Waverly 45/23 Pollen: 11 24 hours ending 3 p.m. yest. 0.2 Month to date/normal 2.8/2.9 Season to date/normal 10.2/21.8 Today 7:29 a.m. 7:42 p.m. 10:52 a.m. 12:13 a.m. FRIDAY 0 0-2 Low; 3-4 Moderate; 5-6 High; 7-8 Very High; 9-10 Extreme (in inches) MEIGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS EXTENDED FORECAST Mostly sunny and cold today. Clear to partly cloudy and cold tonight. High 48° / Low 27° Statistics through 3 p.m. yesterday 37°/32° 59°/37° 87° in 2012 12° in 1914 Courtesy photo The Athens-Meigs Farm Bureau Board meet with the Meigs County Commissioners on Thursday to present them with baskets of local products and to proclaim National Ag week which takes place March 18-24. Pictured are Farm Bureau Board representatives along with Meigs County Commissioner Mike Bartrum, Randy Smith and Tim Ihle. Issues State Issue 1 — Proposed Constitutional Amendment to establish a process for Congressional redistricting; Meigs County Criminal Justice Facility — A 2.95 mil bond issue for the construction and operation of the proposed Meigs County Criminal Justice Facility; Middleport Village — Electric Aggregation; 1.0 mill renewal for fire protection; 3.0 mill renewal for fire protection; Pomeroy Village — Electric Aggregation; 2.0 mill additional for street maintenance; Scipio Twp. — 2.0 mill renewal for fire protection; 2.0 mill renewal for road maintenance; Columbia Precinct — Local option for sale of beer or wine and mixed beverages at Doug’s Carry Out; Local option for Sunday sale of wine and mixed beverages between 10 a.m. and midnight for Doug’s Carry out; Alexander Local Schools (Columbia Precinct only) — One percent income tax levy. 8 PM ALMANAC High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low National Ag Week Central Committee, Bradbury — Democrat: Alma Hannah Spencer; Republican: Edward W. Durst; Central Committee, Laurel Cliff — Republican: Marjorie Fetty; Central Committee, Rocksprings — Republican: Norman L. Price; Central Committee, Scipio — Democrat: Gregory D. Howard; Republican: Randy Butcher; Central Committee, Racine Village — Republican: Robert E. Beegle; Central Committee, Syracuse Village — Republican: Loretta Kay Hill; Central Committee, Minersville — Democrat: John N. Ihle; Republican: Anna L. Norman; Central Committee, Racine — Republican: Brett Jones; 50° 27° 28° Thursday, March 22, 2018 5 Milton 47/28 Clendenin 45/23 St. Albans 47/29 Huntington 46/29 NATIONAL FORECAST 110s Seattle 100s 48/37 90s 80s 70s 60s 50s 40s 30s San Fran sco 58/47 20s 10s 0s -0s -10s T-storms Los Angeles Rain 63/55 Showers Snow Flurries Ice Cold Front Warm Front Stationary Front Spencer 45/27 Buffalo 47/28 Ironton 47/28 Ashland 46/29 Grayson 47/28 Elizabeth 46/25 Charleston 45/28 Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Winnipeg 37/23 Billings 55/40 Minneapolis 44/28 Chicago 48/29 Denver 72/45 Montreal 40/27 Toronto 39/23 New York 42/32 Detroit 45/26 Washington 46/31 Kansas City 64/43 City Albuquerque Anchorage Atlanta Atlantic City Baltimore Billings Boise Boston Charleston, WV Charlotte Cheyenne Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Des Moines Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Kansas City Las Vegas Little Rock Los Angeles Louisville Miami Minneapolis Nashville New Orleans New York City Oklahoma City Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, ME Raleigh Richmond St. Louis Salt Lake City San Francisco Seattle Washington, DC Today Fri. Hi/Lo/W 77/53/c 33/15/s 58/39/s 44/31/pc 45/26/pc 55/40/c 59/38/sh 41/31/c 45/28/pc 58/33/pc 64/38/pc 48/29/s 45/26/s 39/26/pc 43/23/pc 79/61/pc 72/45/pc 51/34/r 45/26/s 81/70/c 78/61/pc 48/27/s 64/43/s 71/54/sh 66/48/pc 63/55/r 51/33/s 74/53/s 44/28/pc 56/40/s 69/52/s 42/32/pc 74/55/pc 68/43/s 42/29/pc 90/66/c 39/20/pc 39/28/sn 55/31/pc 51/29/pc 48/40/sh 66/46/sh 58/47/sh 48/37/r 46/31/pc Hi/Lo/W 72/42/pc 33/21/s 63/46/pc 43/30/pc 43/24/pc 53/32/c 55/39/c 42/31/pc 46/26/s 59/36/pc 60/28/c 45/33/s 49/30/pc 38/24/s 45/25/s 81/66/pc 70/34/c 51/34/r 45/25/s 81/70/c 83/68/pc 49/30/c 63/53/t 73/53/pc 73/61/pc 66/52/pc 55/35/c 76/59/s 45/28/c 57/46/pc 77/63/pc 45/33/pc 78/57/pc 73/47/s 42/28/pc 83/61/pc 38/17/s 42/29/pc 54/29/s 50/28/s 52/46/c 63/45/sh 59/48/pc 49/36/r 45/30/pc EXTREMES YESTERDAY National for the 48 contiguous states El Paso 86/61 High Low Atlanta 58/39 85° in McAllen, TX -9° in Clayton Lake, ME Global Chihuahua 88/54 High Low Houston 78/61 Monterrey 84/63 Miami 74/53 111° in Diffa, Niger -45° in D’elind’e, Russia Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice. 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Wahama finished the year with a 9-15 overall record after winning just two games in their previous four Bryan Walters | OVP Sports Wahama sophomore Hannah Rose dribbles the ball up the floor during a seasons. It is the first all-state selecJan. 25 TVC Hocking girls basketball contest against Miller at Gary Clark tion for Rose in basketball as the Court in Mason, W.Va. sophomore was chosen to the honorable mention list. Dena Jarrells of Huntington Saint Joseph was named the first team captain, while Aaliyah Brunny of Parkersburg Catholic was the second team captain. 2018 WVSWA Class A All-State Girls Basketball Team FIRST TEAM Hannah Taylor, Summers County; Sydney Nestor, Tucker County; Dena Jarrells, Huntington St. Joe (captain); Paige Shy, Huntington St. Joe; Madeline Huffman, Parkersburg Catholic; Bailee Adkins, Huntington St. Joe; Taylor Duplaga, Wheeling Central; Kyndra Pilant, Magnolia. SECOND TEAM Aaliyah Brunny, Parkersburg Catholic (captain); Hannah Foster, Valley-Fayette; Jenny Wilson, Midland Trail; Eden Gainer, Wheeling Central; Terra Kuhn, Tucker County; Dejah Busby, Sherman; Bethany Arnold, Williamstown; Kelsie Meintel, Cameron. THIRD TEAM Sarah Jude, Tolsia (captain); Shauna Harless, Meadow Bridge; Olivia Ullman, Parkersburg Catholic; Kaylee Reinbeau, Wheeling Central; Mady Winters, Magnolia; Ali Westenhaver, See ALL-STATE | 7 What’s an NCAA tourney upset worth? Units = big bucks By Ralph D. Russo The Associated Press UMBC made more than history in the NCAA Tournament. By becoming the first No. 16 seed to beat a No. 1, the Retrievers made about $1.7 million for the America East Conference. Loyola-Chicago’s buzzer-beating run to the Sweet 16 will be worth double that to the Missouri Valley Conference. Nevada’s consecutive comebacks were also worth about $3.4 million for the Mountain West. The MVC and Mountain West will pocket at least as much from NCAA Tournament units as the Pac12, which had three teams in the field, all bounced after one game each. Units are what the NCAA calls its revenue distributions from the basketball performance fund, which rewards teams for tournament performance. The NCAA Tournament generates more than $700 million in revenue for the association and its schools, the vast majority from its media rights deal with CBS and Turner. Units for this year’s tournament are worth approximately $273,000, according to the NCAA, but their value ends up being greater than that. The units are paid out annually each of the next six years, increasing in value each year by about 2-3 percent. The payout system means that one upset by UMBC should be worth more than $1.7 million. Units are earned every game a team appears in, with the exception of the first game played by an automatic qualifier and the NCAA championship game. The money goes to the conferences, unless the school is an independent in basketball. The NCAA encourages equal distribution by conferences among its members, but it is not required. Most do. The Missouri Valley has in the past received multiple bids, but only champion Loyola-Chicago got in as an automatic qualifier this year. The MVC distributes the units revenue equally among 10 members — though the NCAA Tournament participants receive an additional half-share to cover travel expenses, MVC spokesman Ryan Davis said Sunday. The Atlantic Coast Conference has been rolling See UPSET | 7 OVP SPORTS SCHEDULE Thursday, March 22 Baseball Point Pleasant at Clay County, TBA Softball Parkersburg South at Point Pleasant, 5:30 Wahama at Williamstown, 5 p.m. Hannan at Tolsia (DH), 5:30 Friday, March 23 Baseball Wirt County at Wahama, TBA Rose Hill Christian at Hannan, 5:30 Track and Field Hannan, Wahama at Point Pleasant Wood Memorial, 4:30 Tennis Ironton at Gallia Academy, 4:30 Rio Grande Athletics Baseball at WVU-Tech, 2 p.m. Softball at I-U Southeast (DH), 2 p.m. Track at Charleston Relays and Alumni INV, 4 p.m. Alex Hawley | OVP Sports Meigs sophomore Weston Baer (3) brings the ball up court during the Marauders’ non-conference game at Gallia Academy on Dec. 5, 2017, in Centenary, Ohio. Baer named D-3 All-Ohio By Alex Hawley Ahrens, Versailles, 6-6, sr., 25.3; Ryan Rose, Tipp City Bethel, 6-2, sr., 22.3. jr., 21.0; Eric McLaughlin, Lynchburg-Clay, 6-6, sr., 19.7. lege Hill; Grant Whisman, Middletown Madison; Mark Wise, Cin. Deer Park; COLUMBUS, Ohio Derek Reber, Apple — The Ohio Prep Sports- PLAYER OF THE YEAR SPECIAL MENTION Creek Waynedale; Mason writers Association has Justin Ahrens, VerLuke Powell, BarnesJakacki, Mantua Crestreleased the Division III sailles. ville; Ethan Roden, wood; Dra Rushton, All-Ohio boys basketball Sugarcreek Garaway; Young. Liberty; Logan teams, featuring Meigs Demetrius Johnson, COACH OF THE YEAR Kiser, Leavittsburg sophomore Weston Baer. Galion Northmor; Owen Nate Barhorst, Anna. LaBrae; Gage Friend, Baer — a 6-foot-2 Hazelbaker, Johnstown Newton Falls; Connor guard — was named to Monroe; Dallas Patrick, SECOND TEAM Kerr, Mogadore; Mike the honorable mention Columbus Wellington; Cal Kildow, Belmont portion of the All-Ohio Jah Bennett, Columbus Cunningham, Canfield Union Local, 5-9, jr., 17.7; list, his first all-state Africentric; Jason Bolha, South Range; Solomon Pierre-Louis, Weston Baer, Pomeroy basketball honor. Baer Mount Gilead; Luke Columbus Wellington, averaged a team-best Lachey, Columbus Grand- Meigs; Ryan Davidson, 6-3, sr., 16.0; Claudio Albany Alexander; Bryce 20 points per game, Penha, Canal Winchester view Heights; Stone Newland, Bainbridge while leading the 10-14 Sirpilla, Canton Central Harvest Prep, 6-6, sr. Paint Valley; Rex HartMarauders in steals and Catholic; Collin Albert, 19.5; Gabe Walker, man, Chillicothe Southshooting 73 percent from Wooster Triway, 6-3, sr., Beachwood; Jayson eastern; Ethan Wilson, the free throw line. 21.8; JoJo France, Akron Woodrich, Beachwood; Ironton; Marcus HamThe Division III Player Manchester, 5-8, sr., Jared Freeman, Andover ilton, Sardinia Eastern of the Year award went Pymatuning Valley; Joey 19.4; Dorian Crutcher, Brown; Daniel Jordan, to Versailles senior Justin Elyria Catholic, 6-4, sr., Holifeld, Oregon CardiPortsmouth; Cole LowAhrens, while the Coach 23.2; Maxwell Joppeck, nal Stritch; Jevon Dible, of the Year award went to Wellington, 6-5, sr., 23.7; Upper Sandusky; Payton ery, Wheelersburg; Evan Leist, Beaver Eastern; Nate Barhorst of Anna. Jutte, Fort Recovery; Bryce Williams, Archbold, 6-3, sr., 13.9; Tanner James Hill, Milan Edison; Austin McCormick, Seaman North Adams; Brice Hill, Cin. Seven Perdue, Piketon, 6-2, sr., 2018 Division III OPSWA Hills; Justin Flor, Carlisle; Caden Miller, Crooksville; 24.5; Wyatt Bensman, All-Ohio Boys Basketball Jack Cravaack, Cincinnati Mason Darby, Oak Hill; Anna, 6-2, sr., 16.5. FIRST TEAM Matt Simpson, Wellston; Madeira; Tayshaun Fox, Chase Yoho, Bellaire, Zach Grafton, Old South Point; Lane Brew5-10, sr., 25.6 ppg; Danny THIRD TEAM Washington Buckeye Bartholomew, Magnolia Trey Smith, Cin. Coun- ster, Latham Western; Trail; Jeremy Salvo, Michael Miller, Beaver Sandy Valley, 6-8, sr., try Day, 6-2, sr., 19.6; Eastern; Elijah McCarty, Zoarville Tuscarawas Val17.9; Tre’ Baumgardner, Drake Novak, Rayland ley; Chase Griffith, West West Union; Mitchell Columbus Africentric, Buckeye Local 6-1, sr., Lafayette Ridgewood; Hale, Oak Hill; Landon 6-0, sr. 17.0; Christopher 25.1; Chanc Dawson, Erik Miller, Sugarcreek Carroll, Oak Hill; Ty Anthony, Canal WinColumbus Ready, 6-4, Garaway; Bryce Kelly, Kildow, Belmont Union chester Harvest Prep, sr., 18.4; Jacob Reed, Magnolia Sandy Valley; Local. 6-0, soph., 20.2; Jordan Smithville, 6-4 sr., 17.8; DeAndre Pugh, Martins Burge, Cleveland Heights Lukas Swartz, Mogadore, Ferry; Macrea Doyle, Lutheran East, 6-3, 5-11, soph., 20.5; Drake HONORABLE MENTION Bridgeport; sr., 18.6; Jay Kaufman, Batcho, Warren ChamJames Anderson, Troy Brandon Samsa, KirtOttawa-Glandorf, sr., pion, 6-4, sr., 21.6; Tyler Christian; Damani McEnland; David Gulley, Cleve6-5, 18.6; Dylan Swingle, Stephens, Leavittsburg tire, Cin. Deer Park; Bainbridge Paint Valley, LaBrae, 6-5, jr., 18.0; Josh Brayden Sipple, Blanches- land Heights Lutheran East; Jarred Logan, Elyria 6-11, sr., 23.1; Tanner Borling, Columbia Station ter; Caleb South, Tipp Holden, Wheelersburg, Columbia, 6-6, sr., 17.3; City Bethel; Lorenzo See ALL-OHIO | 7 6-6, jr., 17.6; Justin Jacob Plantz, Genoa, 6-3, Sparks, Cin. North Colahawley@aimmediamidwest.com �SPORTS/TV Daily Sentinel Thursday, March 22, 2018 7 Loyola returns home for Sweet 16 prep CHICAGO (AP) — These sure are sweet times for Loyola-Chicago. Two last-second shots — two prayers answered — vaulted the Ramblers to the Sweet 16 and placed them right in the national spotlight. “Coach (Porter Moser) has been talking about how ‘You think this is good? Look around. You think this is good? Well, it’s gonna get even better,’” guard Ben Richardson said. “It’s just kind of been bought into that, like put it in the bag and move on.” The Ramblers are moving on to face Nevada after two breathtaking victories, a run that has captivated college basketball and turned 98-yearold team chaplain Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt into a celebrity. They knocked off Miami on Dante Ingram’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer from the March Madness logo, then got the sweetest of all bounces on Clayton Custer’s jumper in the closing seconds to beat Tennessee in Dallas. On Monday, they were back home preparing for Nevada. The Ramblers (30-5) will bring more wins than any other team in the program’s 100-year history into Thursday’s game in Atlanta, having surpassed their 1963 champions during this NCAA run. No small accomplishment for a team that struggled for decades following a Sweet 16 loss Tony Gutierrez | AP Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, left, greets Loyola-Chicago coach Porter Moser after the team’s 63-62 win over Tennessee in a second-round game at the NCAA tournament in Dallas on Saturday. The Ramblers are moving on to face Nevada after two breathtaking victories, a run that has captivated college basketball and turned 98-year-old team chaplain Sister Jean into a celebrity. to Patrick Ewing and Georgetown in 1985. Loyola went 14 seasons without a winning record at one point. The first few years after Moser took over in 2011 weren’t so smooth, either. They’ve gone from 7-23 with just one win in the Horizon League in his first season to capturing the Missouri Valley Championship, from small home crowds to their first sellout in 15 years, from obscurity to center stage. It’s quite a turnaround for the Jesuit school of about 16,000 along the lakefront on Chicago’s northern edge. For guard Lucas Williamson, it’s been a nonstop flow of well-wishes and congratulations. Whether it’s from posts on social media, students coming up to him in the dorm or professors wishing the team well in classes, they keep pouring in. “I love all the appreciation,” said Williamson, a Chicago product. Even former President Barack Obama gave the Ramblers — and Sister Jean — a shoutout. He tweeted after the firstround win: “Congrats to LoyolaChicago and Sister Jean for a last-second upset - I had faith in my pick!” “I can’t even start to put into words the outreach that we’ve had across the country from so many people,” Moser said. “When you have a media market like Chicago … you can’t put into words (what it means to the school). I’m sure in the months ahead they’ll be put into a more detailed impact. But right now, it’s just fun for the university to have this kind of national recognition.” And he’s not shying away from the attention. “The media scrutiny, the spotlight, it’s great for them,” Moser said. “They’re mature enough to handle it. They’ve been handling it now for a month straight. I’m not that guy that’s gonna hold back and not enjoy this journey. They’re enjoying it. But they’re gonna absolutely … be locked in, ready to go.” Duke, Kentucky again rely on freshmen in Sweet 16 DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — Duke and Kentucky are viewed as the masters of the one-and-done era, winning championships with extraordinarily young rosters. Both programs have a chance to do it again. After several potential one-and-done phenoms were bounced from the NCAA Tournament in the opening weekend, the Blue Devils and Wildcats are the teams still playing that have rosters stacked with high-profile freshmen. Duke, the No. 2 seed in the Midwest Region, starts four freshmen — led by Wooden Award finalist Marvin Bagley III — while Kentucky, the South’s No. 5 seed, features Kevin Knox as its centerpiece. The Wildcats (26-10), arguably the biggest beneficiary of a run of upsets in the South, play ninth-seeded Kansas State on Thursday night in Atlanta. The following night, Duke (28-7) faces a rematch with 11th-seeded Syracuse in a Midwest semifinal in Omaha, Nebraska. Hall of Fame Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski said his freshmen are “not afraid of the moment. It’s how much preparation do they have for the moment? “We’re trying to condense about four years into eight months,” he said. “I don’t know how it’s going to turn out. You just kind of live it.” Among the star freshmen who didn’t make it to the tournament’s second weekend were Arizona’s Deandre Ayton, Oklahoma’s Trae Young, Missouri’s Michael Porter Jr., Michigan State’s Jaren Jackson, Alabama’s Collin Sexton and Texas’ Mohamed Bamba. Young and Bamba have already declared for the NBA draft. Both the Blue Devils and Wildcats have previously had predominantly young teams cut down the nets at past Final Fours. Kentucky won a national title in 2012 behind top-two draft picks Anthony Davis and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, while Duke’s most recent national title came in 2015 behind three oneand-done freshmen — Jahlil Okafor, Justise Winslow and Tyus Jones. This Duke team has looked capable of joining that squad, with four freshmen averaging double figures in their two NCAA Tournament games, led by Bagley’s 22.0 scoring average. Another of those freshmen, forward Wendell Carter Jr., believes the Blue Devils are “reaching our peak at the right time” and have “developed into a team that can crush another team, our opponent. “I try not to look ahead about this being my last year or anything,” Carter said. “I’m just living in the moment.” The Blue Devils have three players — Bagley, All-Ohio Karlie Lafauci, Van; Hannah Loy, Paden City; Taylor Martino, Notre Dame; Makayla From page 6 May, Tug Valley; Emma McKeen, Notre Dame; Ravenswood; Reagan Erica Merrill, SumSharp, Trinity; Taylor Isaac, Summers County. mers County; Jenna Montgomery, South Harrison; Sydney HONORABLE MENTION Moore, Tucker County; Andrea Alimario, Caraline Nelson, SherMadonna; Abbey Ammons, Clay-Battelle; man; Alyssa Newsome, Tug Valley; Sophie Savanna Bailey, MontPalmer, Valley Wetzel; calm; Amelia Bard, Gavin Pivont, Summers Richwood; Riley BenCounty; Kenley Posten, nington, Wheeling Central; Laila Calhoun, Greenbrier West; Logan Riggs, Magnolia; Pocahontas County; Hannah Roberts, St. Clare Cistaro, Notre Joseph; Hannah Rose, Dame; Tiffanie Cline, Wahama; Rachel Rosen, Summers County; Trinity; Lindsey Rinker, Haleigh Cook, Van; Emily Dickerson, Mid- Moorefield; Kylie land Trail; Mariah Fin- Saltis, South Harrison; Emily Saurborn, Trinley, Tolsia; Jonna Ferrell, Doddridge County; ity; Cameron Smith, Doddridge County; Corrina Fulmer, DodCassie Tallman, Ritchie dridge County; Addie Furr, St. Marys; Gracie County; Bethany Gipson, Valley Fayette; Wager, Williamstown; Courtney Walker, CamAbby Harris, Tygarts eron; JoLee Walton, Valley; Mallorie Hendricks, Fayetteville; Abi Tyler Consolidated; Haught, Ritchie Coun- Bailey Wellings, Gilmer County; Hannah White, ty; Abigail Hileman, South Harrison; Haylee Wheeling Central; Emma Wyer, Wirt Hunter, St. Joseph; Josie Jones, Tyler Con- County; Kylie Wright, solidated; Lydia Jordan, St. Marys. Greater Beckley ChrisBryan Walters can be reached at tian; Jordan Keener, 740-446-2342, ext. 2101. Charleston Catholic; Upset conferences — NCAA units account for less than 10 percent of conference revenue. The From page 6 ACC reported $373.4 in units in recent years, million in revenue for fiscal year 2016 — with a total of 64 from most of which comes 2015-17, worth more from a television rights than $100 million . deals with ESPN — This season, the ACC got nine teams into the and paid out about $25 million to each of its field, more than any members. other conference, and For low-major Diviplaced four teams in Sweet 16. Two of them sion I schools such as UMBC and the eight — Duke and Syracuse other members of the — play in the regional semifinals, limiting the America East, those units are real money. conference’s earning UMBC’s athletic budpotential. get for 2017 was $9.3 The Big 12 also placed four teams in the million. NCAA records round of 16. 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TVMA The Chi "Ease on Down the Road" Emmett decides to fight for full custody. �SPORTS/CLASSIFIEDS 8 Thursday, March 22, 2018 Daily Sentinel Alliance of American Football to kick off after Super Bowl By Barry Wilner and film producer. Ebersol’s father, Dick, defined NBC Sports’ programming for more Pro football — actual games than two decades and created “Sunday Night Football.” Dick — won’t disappear from TV Ebersol, who also pioneered screens, mobile devices and NBC’s Olympic broadcasts, will the American consciousness once the Super Bowl ends next serve on the board of directors. Former players such as Justin February. Tuck, Hines Ward and Jared The Alliance of American Football will kick off the follow- Allen will have significant roles ing Sunday. On network televi- in a league the younger Ebersol calls a “true partnership.” sion (CBS) as well as through “That’s the best way a league a multitude of free digital platcan perform and will be ultiforms. mately the key to success, havYes, spring football. We ing an interwoven product,” he know, from the USFL to the says. World League to the XFL, the “Whenever you have an idea has not worked. Here’s endeavor that involves the kind why the Alliance has a strong chance of succeeding: the folks of teamwork football involves,” Polian adds, “it implies a involved. partnership, the need to get The Alliance is the creation their buy-in and do things, of Pro Football Hall of Famer particularly in a startup, that Bill Polian, one of the most represent their best interest respected and accomplished executives in NFL history, and … to make sure players know Charlie Ebersol, a longtime TV we have their best interests at The Associated Press heart. That is the guiding philosophy.” Co-founder Polian, who built the Bills, Colts and Panthers into Super Bowl teams, will oversee the football side, helped by former player and front office executive J.K. McKay, who has been involved in other startups. The league will have eight teams — cities and stadia to be announced, though look for complementary sites, not NFL venues, and warmer climates given the February-late April schedule. Rosters will be culled from NFL cuts to the 53-man maximum after preseason, which Polian calls “the core of our constituency”; collegians who have gone undrafted, including underclassmen who have lost any remaining eligibility; players looking to return to the sport; and free agents from the CFL or elsewhere. As a single entity, the Alli- ance will own all contracts and players will be dispersed in a variety of manners. If someone played in the NFL or in college for a Florida team or school, he’d likely wind up on a Florida-based franchise, for example. There also will be a mechanism after those allocations for a team interested in a certain player to get his rights. And then coaches of specific teams will have access to a group of players outside the allocations. A draft of players in late fall after the college season concludes — “Players who probably are coming off injury or some other situation where they want to perhaps play in our league in order to enhance their draft status,” Polian explains — also is planned. With an eye on player safety, the Alliance also will eliminate kickoffs. There is a unique plan for onside kicks, with the team Pop Warner adopts USA Football player pathway By Barry Wilner provides multiple entry points and game types for the sport. Under USA Football’s recommendation and supporting programs, youth leagues can offer flag football, rookie tackle — a small-sided, modified form of tackle piloted in 2017 — and traditional 11-player tackle. 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OH-70037837 PUBLIC NOTICE #2 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Pursuant to authority granted in Ohio Revised Code §307.09 and 307.10, on March 8, 2018 at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Meigs County Board of Commissioners (hereinafter referred to as "the Board"), the majority of the Board adopted Resolution Number #2 authorizing the sale of real property located in Salisbury Township, Meigs County, Ohio with the street address of 308 East Main Street, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769 and known as parcel numbers 16-02381.001, 16- 02381.002, 16-02382.000, and 16-02380.001. Full legal description is available and may be obtained from the Meigs County Recorder's Office. OH-70036824 The Board will accept sealed bids at the Board's office located at 100 East Second Street, Suite 301, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769 forthwith until April 19, 2018 at 10:45 a.m. Sealed bids must be labeled "Commissioners Sell of Property." All bids will be opened during a regularly scheduled meeting of the Board on April 19, 2018 commencing no earlier than 11:15 a.m. The Board, in its sole discretion, may reject any and all bids. Questions should be directed to Betsy Entsminger via telephone at 740-992-4630. 3/22/18 clearance from a medical professional certified in concussion management before a player with a suspected head injury can return to play, we make our game better and safer. “The USA Football ADM will allow kids to experience the sport at their own pace and it will help us with the development of both players and coaches.” The American Development Model has worked well in several other sports whose national governing bodies, like football, have earned USOC membership. The ADM program has five key areas, all of which can be applied to youth football: — Universal access to create opportunity for all athletes. This means no cuts under age 12. — Developmentally appropriate activities that emphasize motor and foundational skills. — Multi-sport participation. — A fun, engaging and progressively challenging atmosphere. — Quality coaching at all age levels. ADM will be made available to every Pop Warner organization across the country beginning this fall. The process will begin with messaging to parents, coaches and players about the philosophy of ADM and its role in improving the game. “We will also make all three game experiences available to every Pop Warner program, which is something we’re quite comfortable with since we already offer both flag and tackle,” Butler said. “In fact, this past season we piloted USA Football’s rookie tackle program at one of our leagues in Austin, Texas — Hill Country Pop Warner — and received a very favorable response. We have gained experience with all the elements of the ADM and we will encourage our programs to take advantage of it.” USA Football CEO Scott Hallenbeck has championed his sport’s inclusion of ADM, which has been highly successful in other sports such as ice hockey. “We’re inspired to continue seeking improvements and innovations for football and its athletes,” Hallenbeck said. “We strongly believe in football’s American Development Model to offer a smart progression, empowering parents and players with multiple entry points and options to choose from. wanting to try one instead taking possession at its 35 yardline on a fourth-and-10 to try one play to keep the ball. “This eliminates two plays that if you were reinventing the game are plays you would probably leave out,” Polian says. The three-point stance for linemen, judged by many a dangerous technique, also could be banned. The preponderance of video reviews by officials won’t be an issue in the Alliance, Polian says. Each coach will be allowed two challenges and that’s it for replay. And here’s one everybody but a placekicker will love: all extra points are 2-point conversion plays from the 2-yard line. Ebersol has spent three years putting together the Alliance. He and Polian, backed by the numbers showing America’s passion for the sport, see a huge void the league can fill. AP SPORTS BRIEFS GMs call for change on goalie interference challenges NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL could change its goaltender interference rules as soon as the playoffs that begin April 11. The league’s general managers recommended shifting the decision on a coach’s challenge for goalie interference from on-ice officials to the league’s situation room in Toronto. The board of governors and NHL/NHL Players’ Association competition committee must approve the change for it to go into effect. Currently, on-ice officials have the final say on whether a goal should count or be disallowed when challenged. Under the proposed change, the officials would continue to be involved, but a member of the NHL Officiating Management Team — made up of former referees — would be incorporated into the decision-making process. The league says no changes are being made to the standard by which goalie interference is judged, just the way it’s determined. Jury awards $2.3M to former MLB pitcher in injury suit HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California jury has awarded $2.3 million to a former Major League Baseball pitcher injured after confronting a man high on LSD trying to break into his home. Greg Reynolds’ attorney, Niall McCarthy, says a San Mateo County jury on Monday awarded Reynolds the money after finding Domenic Pintarelli and Connor Pope liable in a January 2015 incident that left his client with a broken pitching hand. Authorities said Pintarelli was roaming the neighborhood’s streets naked and screaming when Reynolds asked him if he needed help and Pintarelli attacked him. Later, Reynolds punched Pintarelli when he tried to enter his home, breaking his pitching hand. Reynolds played with the Colorado Rockies in 2008 and 2011. He was with the Cincinnati Reds in 2013. Graceland (Iowa) wins its 1st NAIA championship KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Justin Harley hit a buzzer-beating 3-pointer in overtime to give Graceland (Iowa) its first NAIA national championship with an 83-80 victory over LSU Alexandria on Tuesday night. After a timeout with 13.4 seconds left in overtime, LT Davis stumbled at the top of the 3-point arc, drawing the attention of two LSUA defenders, and found Harley open on the wing for just his second 3-pointer of the game. Graceland (29-10) won its 11th straight game, competing in its first NAIA Tournament. Kansas City native Will Nelson led Graceland with 30 points and 12 rebounds and Davis added 22 points and six assists. The duo combined for nine of the Yellowjackets’ 13 3-pointers. Nelson scored 12 points in the first half, including five in Graceland’s closing 10-0 run for a 36-28 lead. LSUA took a 67-66 lead on William Claiborne’s shot in the paint for its first advantage since 3:14 remaining in the first half and extended it to 70-66 on Jordin Williams’ eighth 3-pointer of the game. Davis had a 3-pointer blocked, but grabbed it and drove the lane to find Nelson for a game-tying layup with 3.5 seconds left in regulation. Brandon Moss hit the back of the rim on a long 3-pointer at the buzzer. Williams made 8 of 17 from 3-point range and scored 31 points for LSUA (28-8), which entered on an 11-game winning streak. LSUA forced 20 turnovers, leading to 24 points. 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EURZVH�MREV�‡�SRVW�\RXU�UHVXPH�‡�JHW�DGYLFH jobmatchohio.com �SPORTS 10 Thursday, March 22, 2018 Daily Sentinel MAC Attack! Buffalo, Central Michigan reach first Sweet 16 NEW YORK (AP) — Buffalo and Central Michigan are crashing the women’s Sweet 16. The two 11 seeds from the Mid-American Conference pulled off stunning road upsets of Florida State and Ohio State on Monday night to advance to the regional semifinals for the first time in school history. It’s the first time a school from the MAC has advanced this far since Bowling Green reached the regional semifinals in 2007. Buffalo coach Felisha Legette-Jack said she spoke on the phone with Central Michigan coach Sue Guevara after their game was over. Buffalo was the first team from the conference to earn an at-large berth in 22 years. “Our goal was to let people know that the MAC was alive and well,” Legette-Jack said. They sure are. “We are excited to see success come from two teams in the MAC because it’s always been a one-bid league,” the Bulls’ Stephanie Reid said. “For as long as I have been here, for I know as long as Coach (Legette-Jack) has been here, for a long time, it’s been a one-bid league. They finally opened up to us and accepted us into the tournament atlarge and now we are showing why.” Both Buffalo and Central Michigan won by double digits. “This team will not fold,” Guevara said. “This team is very tough, this team is very focused. We know what we had to do and we went out and did it.” While making the Sweet 16 is new for both those schools, UConn is headed to its 25th consecutive regional semifinals. Huskies coach Geno Auriemma wasn’t surprised to see a few newcomers in the regionals. “If you look around the country, mid-major programs are better than people think and they’re one of the best,” he said. “Women’s basketball mid-majors don’t get any respect. On the men’s side they do, but not on the women’s side. So for this year to have what’s happening with the midmajors (winning), I think that’s the best thing that’s ever happened. I mean, I’m glad it didn’t happen more. I think it happened just enough times.” The Huskies beat Quinnipiac to advance to the Albany Regional. All four No. 1 seeds advanced to the Sweet 16 for the ninth consecutive season. Here are a few other tidbits from the Sweet 16: CONFERENCE BREAKDOWN: The Atlantic Coast Conference and Pac-12 have four teams apiece in the regionals. The Southeastern Conference has three while the Big 12 joins the MAC with two. The American has one. LUCKY 11: Gonzaga was the last 11 seed to advance to the Sweet 16, doing so in 2015. Three years earlier was the last time that two 11 seeds advanced to the regional semifinals, when Kansas and the Zags both advanced this far. FAMILIAR TEAMS: Eleven of the 16 teams in the Sweet 16 advanced that far last season. The only other new teams besides the MAC squads are Texas A&M, Duke and N.C. State. The Wolfpack are back there for the first time in 11 years. Blue Jackets extend streak to 9 straight McCutchen meeting NEW YORK (AP) — Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky have the surging Columbus Blue Jackets in the thick of the Eastern Conference playoff race. Panarin had three goals and an assist, Bobrovsky made 29 saves and the Blue Jackets extended their winning streak to nine games with a 5-3 victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night. “Obviously, you want to limit the penalties in the third period and the stretch run, but Bob (Bobrovsky) played great and saved us, and Bread (Panarin) was able to seal the deal,” Columbus defenseman Ian Cole said. The Blue Jackets are tied for second place in the Metropolitan Division with the two-time defend- with players on behalf of referees Julie Jacobson | AP Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Artemi Panarin (9) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against the New York Rangers during the second period Tuesday in New York. The Blue Jackets won 5-3. ing Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins at 87 points. Both teams trail Washington by four. It is Columbus’ longest winning streak since its 16-game run last season from Nov. 29, 2016, to Jan. 3, 2017. It was Panarin’s second career hat trick and first with the Blue Jackets. VOTE NOW! 2018 CutestContest Pet Think your Pet has what it takes to be crowned the cutest pet around? VOTE for your pet in our Cutest Pet Contest Coincidentally, his other hat trick also came against the Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Feb. 17, 2016, with Chicago. This season, Panarin has 22 points in the past 16 games (10 goals, 12 assists). “We played such a good game until we ended up giving up back-to-back power plays and that kind of changes the landscape of the game,” Columbus coach John Tortorella said. “I guess he scored three, and you know how those guys are — he has that net staring at him with that goalie pulled and he wants to get back out there, and I’m glad it happened for him.” Markus Nutivaara and Alexander Wennberg also scored for the Blue Jackets. Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad scored powerplay goals and Kevin Hayes had a short-handed goal for the Rangers. Henrik Lundqvist made 26 saves in his first start since March 10 against Florida. Lundqvist was briefly shaken up when Matt Calvert upended him and knocked his helmet off with five minutes remaining. NEW YORK (AP) — As Monty McCutchen visits NBA teams on behalf of referees, he’s hearing plenty of what he calls constructive criticism, delivered in a professional way. “That’s exactly what we’re hoping to attain on the floor, is that no one is asking everyone to agree, no one is asking for there not to be constructive criticism,” McCutchen said. “What we are trying to achieve is the sense of how to disagree respectively, how to disagree with an empathy and understanding.” McCutchen left his job on the floor during this season to become the league’s vice president and head of referee development and training. With some high tensions with both players and coaches, he and head of referee operations Michelle Johnson have been conducting respect-for-the-game sessions with each team in hopes of creating a stronger working relationship. He believes the meetings are going well, that players are seeing the commitment of the officials to have better communication. Though some players have complained that referees won’t engage in discussions with them on the court, McCutchen doesn’t believe relations have worsened this season, echoing comments made by Commissioner Adam Silver at the All-Star break. Yet it seems otherwise sometimes, with coaches Doc Rivers, Stan Van Gundy and Alvin Gentry all fined by the league over the last week for criticizing officials. Dallas coach Rick Carlisle, whose team was visited by McCutchen before playing the Knicks last week, said the respected referee can make things better, calling him a great ambassador and teacher. “You could argue he was the top official in the game, but the job that he has taken on is a very important one because now he has a chance to impact so many other officials,” Carlisle said. “And the other reason that he is a great person for this position is he’s a great communicator. Always has been. He can carry the message to officials, he can help convey the message to players and coaches of the importance of constructive communication, how to diffuse the emotion in difficult situations.” Representatives of players and officials met during the All-Star break and McCutchen has taken the lead from there for the officiating side. Like with any relationship that has struggled, he said repairs start with better communication. He praised veteran players who have spoken up in the sessions on behalf of their clubs, and believes the discussions will pay off, even if it isn’t easy to see that right away. “What I am sure of is that we are willing to do our work,” McCutchen said. “We are willing to re-examine how we can better the game that we serve, and from that perspective that the players’ commentary has received a reasonable ear from us. We hear you and we’ll work on it.” FOR SALE BY OWNER mydailytribune.com mydailyregister.com mydailysentinel.com CAST YOUR VOTE TODAY! 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