https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/1200da9b84b57ce156b2497f87dab6ed.pdf ef6f9446cc9ba60fcaffb7a6b8c97156 PDF Text Text From Gallia to Panama City Southern gets the win PVH’s Baby New Year LOCAL s 1C SPORTS s 1B LOCAL s 6A Breaking news at mydailytribune.com Issue 2, Volume 51 Sunday, January 8, 2017 s $2 Fatal crash on Ohio 218 Attempted escapee from Gallia Jail recovered Staff Report Dean Wright | Times-Sentinel First responders examine the scene of a crash Friday evening shortly after 5 p.m. which occurred near the intersection of Ohio 218 and Coopers Road, resulting in the death of Edward Craddock, 25, Gallipolis. Another person was reportedly injured. Ohio State Highway Patrol was on scene, along with Gallia County Sheriff’s deputies as well as area fire fighters and Gallia County EMS personnel. The vehicle involved was reportedly a Chevrolet Tahoe. According to a nearby homeowner, the driver reportedly hit a patch of ice and skidded off the road, flipping, in an attempt to steer back on course. The road was closed for a time following the crash. Gallia teen proves riding prowess Turning a hobby into championships By Dean Wright deanwright@civitasmedia.com OHIO VALLEY — A Gallia County teen was recently named as the 25,000th Ranch Sorting National Championship member while also winning the rated youth class at the organization’s Congress Super Sort in Jackson. Jenna Wood, 16, of Gallipolis, has said she has been riding horses since around the age of three. “I did trails and stuff,” said Wood. “When I was 9, I got into showing and western pleasure (horse showing) and then I got another horse and moved into English (riding), hunt seat and equitation. Then here the last year, I went into cow, horse and reigning. Ashlee and Dustin Deckard are my trainers.” Wood was featured in a profile as part of a feature for ranchsorting.com in December 2016. The Deckards own Point of Grace Ranch near the Wood family in Gallia County. She trains there with her partner Luke Paulus, who also was named a winner in the rate youth class at the super sort competition. Wood’s sister Abby was named a reserve champion in the same class. Wood said she typically takes part in cow, horse and reigning activities but decided to take a shot at the sorting competition just for the fun of it with Paulus. Ranch sorting is a style of equestrian sport which evolved from ranch work which required herd animals to be sorted for activities such as See RIDING | 5A much fish went into the lake this week, last year, there was over 2,000 pounds of fish dumped into the pond in January, alone. Those trout came from the Spring Run Trout Hatchery in Petersburg in Grant County, which was a five hour drive from Point Pleasant. In 2016, the WVDNR stocked rainbow trout as well as golden trout, and brood trout at Krodel. For those wishing to fish at Krodel Park, a fishing license and trout stamp to fish for the trout in the lake is required. In addition to Krodel, the following were also stocked with trout by the WVDNR this week: Glady Fork, Larenim Park Lake Shavers Fork (upper section), Summit Lake, Watoga Lake, Williams POMEROY — The Meigs County Victim Services Program served a total of 507 new victims of crime in 2016 according to an end of the year report from program director Theda Petrasko. Petrasko provided The Daily Sentinel a copy of the report which she submitted to new Meigs County Prosecutor James K. Stanley earlier this week. The report details all activity for the program for the past year, including civil protection orders, crisis responses, hearings attended and various trainings. “In 2016, Meigs County had 507 new victims affected by crime and were served through the Meigs County Victim Assistance Program,” the report states. The 507 does not include victims from previous years who are still being served by the office. Of those 507, the highest number (126) were domestic violence victims. A total of 117 protection orders were filed with 259 requests. Number of crime victims served by type of crime were as follows:Adult physical assault — 33 Adult sexual assault —6 Arson — 13 Burglaries — 29 Child abuse/ See TROUT | 5A See VICTIM | 5A Courtesy photo Gallia Academy High School student Jenna Wood stands with Black as Cat, the horse she competed with in the All-American Quarter Horse Congress Super Sort. bsergent@civitasmedia.com C FEATURES Along the River: 1C Television: 2C Comics: 3C JOIN THE CONVERSATION What’s your take on today’s news? Go to mydailytribune.com and visit us on facebook to share your thoughts. Meigs Victim Assistance serves more than 500 in 2016 shawley@civitasmedia.com By Beth Sergent B SPORTS Sports: 1B Classifieds: 5B See ESCAPEE | 5A By Sarah Hawley Time for trout at Krodel A NEWS Obituaries: 2A Editorial: 4A Weather: 6A GALLIPOLIS — Gallia Sheriff’s deputies recovered an attempted escapee from the Gallia Jail Friday morning who was previously incarcerated on misdemeanor Chapman charges. At approximately 10:10 a.m., Bruce Lee Chapman, 36, of Point Pleasant, W.Va., who was incarcerated in the Gallia County Jail for a first-degree misdemeanor theft charge, attempted to escape custody by compromising a locking mechanism on a holding facility door, thereby gaining access to the front entrance of the jail, according to Sheriff Matt Champlin. “Our correctional staff immediately identified the attempted escape and contacted the Gallia County 911 Center to seek assistance from all law enforcement POINT PLEASANT — This week, it’s been like catching fish in a barrel at Krodel Park. On Wednesday, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources once again stocked the lake with trout, causing a crowd of fisherman waiting to catch “the big one.” The WVDNR stocks the lake in January and again in March. It also stocks Chief Cornstalk Lake in January and March as well, though so far this year, the WVDNR has not stocked that location in Southside and no date has been listed to do so yet. However, the WVDNR lists daily trout stockings on its website at www.wvdnr.gov. Thought it was unknown how �OBITUARIES/LOCAL 2A Sunday, January 8, 2017 Sunday Times-Sentinel OBITUARIES MARY NEASE RACINE — Mary Leona Nease, 87, of Racine, Ohio, passed away on Jan. 6, 2017, at Overbrook Nursing Center. She was born on April 2, 1929, in Pomeroy, Ohio, daughter of the late Clifford Hiller and Ocey Osborne Hiller. The family lived in Pomeroy several years and relocated to East Liverpool, Ohio. She met Fred Nease and they were married and returned to Meigs County where the couple built a house on the Nease Family farm. They conducted a poultry business, raising turkeys and chickens along side operating a dairy farm with Fred’s brother David, milking Jersey cows. Mary was a first class seamstress, altering clothes for people, making original garments and working with the Forest Run Quilters creating beautiful quilts. Mary was a member of the Forest Run United Methodist Church where she was very active for many years serving as a Sunday School teacher and church treasurer. She was also a long time member of the Wildwood Garden Club. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Kellee) Nease of Racine, Lee Ann (Brad) Smith of Gallipolis, Ohio, and Stephen Nease of Portland, Ohio; four grandchildren, Josh (Heather) Smith, Jacob Nease, Caitlin Nease and Ben Nease; her brother, Clifford Eugene (Penny) Hiller of Youngstown, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Sterling Nease. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, at 1 p.m., with Pastor Jim Corbitt officiating at the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. Burial will follow at Gilmore Cemetery. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mary may be made to the Forest Run United Methodist Church. A registry is available at www.andersonmcdaniel. com. MARGARET SMITH GALLIPOLIS — Margaret “Mickey” Smith, 75, of Gallipolis, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 6, 2017 at her residence. She was born June 8, 1941 in Gallipolis, daughter of the late John A. and Helena C. Collins Hill. Mickey was married to Tom Smith on August 18, 1966 and he survives her. She was a GAHS Class of 1959 graduate and retired from Holzer Medical Center. Mickey was a member of Addison Freewill Baptist Church. She also worked at the Gallipolis Auto Auction, enjoyed transporting the Amish, was a former Sunday School teacher and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of the Addison Quartet and New City Singers. Surviving are her husband, Tom Smith, of Gallipolis; two sons, Mark (Flo) Smith and Matt (Linda) Smith, and one daughter, Nancy Smith, all of Gallipolis; a daughter-in-law, Helen Smith, of Gallipolis; five grandchildren, Tonya (Todd) Wisner, Jared (Teresa) Smith, Matthew Smith Jr., Austin Smith and Paisley Smith; three great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Smith, Addie Wisner and Kai Wisner; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mickey was preceded in death by a son, Jay Smith, three brothers, Johnny Lee Hill, Adam Daniel Hill and Steve Roach, and three sisters, Lucy Virginia Martin, Lurena “Rene” Broyles and Mary Barcus. Services will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Addison Freewill Baptist Church with Pastors Rick Barcus, Matt Smith and Jack Parsons officiating. Burial will follow in Reynolds Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. prior to the service. Please visit www.willis funeralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. SHIRLEY SISSON ROCK SPRINGS — Shirley Ann (Radford) Sisson, 81, Rock Springs, departed from this life on January 3, 2017 at Darst’s Adult Group Home. She was born in Pomeroy on October 6, 1935, daughter of the late Wyatt E. “Sam” and Dorothy (Cantebury) Radford. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, George Roy Sisson, and her daughter, Kristal Lynn (Sisson) Bolin. Shirley is survived by two sons; George “Brent” Sisson and Philip Richard “Rick” (Patti) Gaul; grandchildren Adrian Bolin, Joshua (Breanna) Bolin, Zachary (Sonya) Bolin, Audra (Buddy) Funk, Jared Gaul, Heath Sisson and John Joseph (Michelle) Sisson; great-grandchildren Hunter and Bailey Sisson, Krislynn Funk, Bradyn and Adilynn Bolin, and Kaleb Bolin; brother, Philip Radford; sister-in-law, Carolyn Teaford; and several nieces and nephews. Shirley always had room in her heart for one more; she adopted many into her heart of TLC, well-representing the “spirit of adoption” as referenced in the Bible. Shirley’s daily life included getting up early to read scripture; often, she wrote down scriptures and gave/sent them to many. Shirley often commented that her years as “Gran” were the best years of her life. As time marched on, her favorite saying became – “I just go with the flow!” Undoubtedly, Shirley made the world a better place; quite an accomplishment for someone who loved to be home. A graveside service will be held at the Rock Springs Cemetery on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the Meigs County Branch of Hospice or Rocksprings United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. A registry is available at www.ander sonmcdaniel.com DEATH NOTICES DANIELS GALLIA COUNTY — Verna Daniels, age 84, of Gallia County, died Sunday, December 18, 2016. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, January 14, 2017 at New Life Lutheran Church, 900 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis. CRADDOCK GALLIPOLIS — Edward Craddock 25, of Gallipolis, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 from injuries received in an automobile accident. Arrangements will be announced later by Willis Funeral Home. DIDDLE POMEROY — Carol Ann Diddle, 78 of Pomeroy, passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at 3 p.m. at the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. Visitation will be held on hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. WITTIG POMEROY — David Allen Wittig, 55, of Pomeroy, passed away on January 2, 2017. Private cremation services are under the direction of Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home. CRITES MIDDLEPORT — Betty Crites, of Middleport, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at the Overbrook Nursing Home in Middleport. Arrangements are under the direction of the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy. SPEARS HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Lana Darlene Spears, 50, of Huntington, passed away Thursday, January 5, 2017 at home. Funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2017 at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville. Burial will follow in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville, W.Va. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. WHEELER GALLIPOLIS — Paul Randall “Randy” Wheeler, 56, of Gallipolis, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Holzer Medical Center. A joint memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Sunday, February 19, 2017 at the Willis Funeral Home for him and his brother, Orin Douglas Wheeler, who passed away on January 25, 2016. GALLIA, MEIGS BRIEFS Editor’s Note: The Meigs and Gallia Briefs will ing Jan. 9 at noon in the Holzer French 500 room on only list event information that is open to the pub- Jackson Pike. The coalition brings together local law lic and will be printed on a space-available basis. enforcement, healthcare professionals and concerned citizens in their mission to free Gallia of the drug epidemic. All are welcome. City code enforcement office announcements GALLIPOLIS —The Gallipolis Board of Zoning Appeals will meet Monday, Jan. 16, at 4 p.m. in the Municipal Building Conference Room at 333 Third Avenue. John Hixon, of 1619 Chatham Avenue, will have his case heard regarding storage units in General Commercial with Site Development Variance. For more information, contact 740-441-6022. The city also reminds business owners with mechanical or electrical amusement devices to contact the code enforcement office to obtain an arcade or exhibitor’s license. A fee of $50 or $500 for an arcade license is required. For more information, call the code office at 740-441-6022. The city would like to remind portable food vendors that the applications to set up in the designated spots located in downtown Gallipolis and also the application to set up on private properties are now underway. The license will run from March 16 to March 15 of the following year. Applications, guidelines and fee structures can be found at the code enforcement office. Contractors and subcontractors performing work in city limits must register with the code office and pay an annual fee of $75. Such fee must be paid before any work can be done within the calendar year. Road closure LONG BOTTOM — One lane of State Route 124 in Meigs County is closed 0.5 miles north of Township Road 402 (Barr Hollow) for an emergency landslide repair. Temporary traffic signals are in place. The estimated completion date is June 30, 2017. Gallia CPR holds meeting AASOB offers free Alzheimer’s consultations GALLIPOLIS — Alzheimer’s Association Southern Ohio Branch Program Manager Melissa Dever, LSW, will be available for family care consultation appointments during the third Wednesday of every month at Holzer Health System in Gallipolis. The care consultations are provided free of charge. Walnut Township cancels meeting WALNUT TOWNSHIP — Walnut Township Trustees will not hold a meeting during January. Meetings will resume in February at the normal schedule. FAC holds Riverby Theatre auditions GALLIPOLIS — The French Art Colony’s Riverby Theatre Guild plans to hold auditions for the upcoming production, “Hot Dames, Hot Lead.” The play will be staged as a live radio play, complete with commercials, sounds effects, outlandish characters and an exciting story line. Auditions are set for Monday, January 9th, and Tuesday, January 10th, at 6:30 at the French Art Colony, located at 530 1st Avenue, in Gallipolis. Roles are available for adult male and and female actors, age 15 and up. We are also looking for a sound effects person and organist which can be non-speaking or have small speaking roles in addition to sound. Prior stage experience and advance preparation are not necessary to audition for the production. Questions can be answered by calling the French Art Colony, at 740-446-3834. The production, directed by Linda Sigismondi, is planned to perform the last two weekends of March, 2017. 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THOUGHT FOR TODAY: “No written law has ever been more binding Today’s Highlight in than unwritten custom History: supported by popular On Jan. 8, 1867, the opinion.” U.S. House of Repre— Carrie Chapman sentatives joined the Catt, American suffrage Senate in overriding leader (1859-1947). President Andrew Johnson’s veto of the District of Columbia Suffrage Bill, giving black men in the nation’s capital the right to vote. On this date: In 1642, astronomer Galileo Galilei died in Arcetri, Italy. In 1790, President George Washington delivered his first State of the Union address to Congress in New York. In 1815, the last major engagement of the War of 1812 came to an end as U.S. forces defeated the British in the Battle of New Orleans, not having gotten word of the signing of a peace treaty. In 1918, President Woodrow Wilson outlined his Fourteen Points for lasting peace after World War I. Mississippi became the first state to ratify the 18th Amendment to the Constitution, which established Prohibition. In 1935, rock-and-roll legend Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi. In 1959, Charles de Gaulle was inaugurated as president of France’s Fifth Republic. In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson, in his State of the Union address, declared an “unconditional war on poverty in America.” In 1976, Chinese premier Zhou Enlai, 77, died in Beijing. In 1982, American Telephone and Telegraph settled the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit against it by agreeing to divest itself of the 22 Bell System companies. In 1987, for the first time, the Dow Jones industrial average closed above 2,000, ending the day at 2,002.25. In 1997, the state of Arkansas put three men to death in the second triple execution since capital punishment was reinstated in 1976. (The first also occurred in Arkansas, in 1994.) In 2011, U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., was shot and critically wounded when a gunman opened fire as the congresswoman met with constituents in Tucson; six people were killed, 12 others also wounded. (Gunman Jared Lee Loughner (LAWF’-nur) was sentenced in Nov. 2012 to seven consecutive life sentences, plus 140 years.) Ten years ago: A Moroccan (Mounir elMotassadeq) convicted of aiding three of the four suicide pilots who had committed the Sept. 11 attacks was sentenced by a German court to the maximum of 15 years in prison for his role in the terror plot. The Florida Gators won college football’s national championship by defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes 41-14. Actress Yvonne De Carlo died in Woodland Hills, California, at age 84. Five years ago: Bells rang in Tucson, Arizona, as residents paused to remember the six people killed in the shooting rampage a year earlier that left Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords severely wounded; Giffords led a crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance during an evening vigil. Mitt Romney’s Republican presidential rivals piled on the criticism during a morning debate, two days before the New Hampshire primary. The New York Giants ran all over Atlanta in a 24-2 rout of the Falcons in an NFC wild-card game. The Denver Broncos stunned the Pittsburgh Steelers 29-23 in overtime in the AFC wild-card game. One year ago: Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, the world’s most-wanted drug lord, was captured for a third time in a daring raid by Mexican marines, six months after walking through a tunnel to freedom from a maximum security prison in a madefor-Hollywood escape that deeply embarrassed the government and strained ties with the United States. Oakland Raiders defensive end and outside linebacker Khalil Mack made history, earning a selection at two positions on the 2015 Associated Press All-Pro Team, an NFL first. Today’s Birthdays: Actor-comedian Larry Storch is 94. Broadcast journalist Sander Vanocur is 89. CBS newsman Charles Osgood is 84. Singer Shirley Bassey is 80. Game show host Bob Eubanks is 79. Country-gospel singer Cristy Lane is 77. Rhythm-and-blues singer Anthony Gourdine (Little Anthony and the Imperials) is 76. Actress Yvette Mimieux is 75. Physicist Stephen Hawking is 75. Singer Juanita Cowart Motley (The Marvelettes) is 73. Actress Kathleen Noone is 72. Rock musician Robby Krieger (The Doors) is 71. Movie director John McTiernan is 66. Actress Harriet Sansom Harris is 62. Singersongwriter Ron Sexsmith is 53. Actress Maria Pitillo (pih-TIHL’-loh) is 52. Actress Michelle Forbes is 52. Singer R. Kelly is 50. Rock musician Jeff Abercrombie (Fuel) is 48. Actress Ami Dolenz is 48. Reggae singer Sean Paul is 44. Country singer Tift Merritt is 42. Actress-rock singer Jenny Lewis is 41. Actress Amber Benson is 40. Actor Scott Whyte is 39. Singer-songwriter Erin McCarley is 38. Actress Sarah Polley is 38. Actress Rachel Nichols is 37. Actress Gaby Hoffman is 35. Rock musician Disashi LumumboKasongo (dih-SAH’-shee LUHM’-uhm-boh kuhSAHN’-goh) (Gym Class Heroes) is 34. Actor Freddie Stroma is 30. THEIR VIEW Dear Michelle Obama woman I am? Are Dear Michelle Leonard they seeing this Obama: Pitts Jr. statuesque lady with This is just a note to say that I Contributing lively eyes and a smile full of fun? think you’re gor- columnist They aren’t, of geous. course. That’s the I’ll thank you entire point. I see an not to share that with attractive wife and mothyour husband, given er, a lawyer, author, activthat I have no desire to ist, educator and fashion open my door and find a trendsetter. But they see predator drone waiting for me. Or, worse, an IRS you — more accurately, fail to see you — while auditor. And yes, as a 21st-cen- looking through a prism tury U.S. male, I am well of their own fears and stereotypes, a brokenaware of the minefield glass refraction of hateful a guy enters when he images whose repulsiveassays public discussion of a woman’s looks. But I ness ultimately says more about them than it ever take the risk in order to could about you. express the head-snapThis has happened ping disconnect I feel repeatedly. In Novemwhenever some white ber, some bureaucrat in person attacks you on West Virginia called you the basis of being insuf“an ape in heels.” Last ficiently pretty for their month, a GOP official tastes. in New York said you Obviously, it’s sexshould “return to being ist, this implicit notion a male” and live with an that you exist for their ape in a cave in Africa. approval. But for me, it The bureaucrat, of also calls their eyesight course, swore she was into question. I always “not of any way” racist. find myself wondering: Are they seeing the same The official, naturally, “Too many others still offer too many stark reminders that where race is concerned, America remains an unwell nation. And that it will probably get worse before it gets better.” swore that race had nothing to do with his words. They did this with straight faces. One would guess they now sleep the untroubled sleep of the truly righteous — and utterly clueless. We’ve had over eight years of this. Now we reach the point where the Obama era is measured in days. And I, like many people, find myself reflecting on what your husband and you have meant to the nation you served. I’ll address myself to him in a few days. For now, for today, I just want to express how awed I am by the grace with which you have carried yourself through nearly a decade of racial denigration from ugly, stupid people. They have denied your patriotism, your femininity and your humanity. They watch even now in acquiescent silence as the incoming president plays tonsil hockey with Vladimir Putin, but they acted like you were the reincarnation of Joseph Stalin when you planted a garden and encouraged kids to exercise. It would be enough to make anyone bitter. But you never gave them the satisfaction of your attention, much less your bitterness. Instead, you just did you. And “you” was enough. By the time your husband had been in office six months, many people could no longer remember what the fuss was about. See OBAMA | 5A THEIR VIEW Lots happened in 2016 besides the election elephants are numMost Americans bered. are still feeling a Jennifer The National bit frayed by the O’Connor divisiveness of Contributing Aquarium in Baltimore also made a the presidential columnist precedent-setting election. It’s easy decision: It will to feel jaded and worn out, and many com- send the eight dolphins currently in its possesmentators happily noted sion to a coastal sanctuthe end of 2016. But ary. Animal advocates while it was easy to get around the world have caught up in the more called on aquariums lurid headlines, a ton and theme parks to stop of uplifting things hapexhibiting marine mampened during the year, mals — and this is the particularly for animals first step. Protected sea used in the entertainpools afford dolphins ment industry. and orcas room to move Let’s begin with elephants. Ringling Bros. around and some degree of autonomy and selfand Barnum & Bailey determination. They’re Circus, which has been forcing elephants to trav- able to see, sense and communicate with their el and perform for more than a century, pulled the wild cousins and other ocean animals — and animals off the road in May. They will no longer they finally get to feel be chained up and hauled the tides and waves and have the opportunity around in fetid boxcars. to engage in the kinds When a circus as big as of behavior that they’ve Ringling makes a decilong been denied. sion like that, you know SeaWorld is starting the days of performing “Nearly a half-dozen roadside zoos — where animals suffered in filthy, ramshackle cages — closed their doors in 2016. Families are turning their backs on exhibits in which bears are confined to concrete pits and tigers pace in fetid pens.” to see the writing on the wall. In May, the corporation announced that it would stop breeding future generations of orcas, who would have to spend their lives in cramped tanks. But kind people everywhere are calling on the corporation to release all its animals into coastal sanctuaries. As the public’s condemnation of captive marine mammal displays continues to grow, there’s little doubt that protected sea pens are the wave of the future. Travel giant TripAdvisor recognized the trend towards compassionate tourism and stopped selling tickets to most excursions using animals for entertainment, including cruel “swim with dolphins” programs, elephant rides and tiger photo ops. Since many facilities dupe visitors into believing that they’re helping animals, many vacationers unwittingly support cruelty by patronizing them. But by informing travelers about the dark underside of these excursions and refusing to offer them, TripAdvisor’s new policy will have a very real impact on animal exploitation in tourist traps. Nearly a half-dozen roadside zoos — where See 2016 | 5A �LOCAL Sunday Times-Sentinel Sunday, January 8, 2017 5A Escapee chose to attempt to escape justice by fleeing from our custody.” Champlin further said “An investigation into how the inmate was able From page 1A to breech security is being conducted personnel in the area,” Champlin said. and we will be consulting with Prosecutor Jason Holdren’s Office regard“The suspect, Bruce Lee Chapman, 36, was immediately located near the ing charges on Mr. Chapman. We will front of the Gallia County Courthouse see to it that Mr. Chapman is held accountable for his actions today. We by corrections staff and courthouse will do everything we need to do to security. I’d like to commend our identify any issues which resulted in staff for their attentiveness to their this escape and take the corrective job duties and quick reactions measures necessary to assure our citiwhich resulted in the immediate zens and our community remain safe.” apprehension of this suspect who Victim From page 1A endangering — 37 Child sexual assaults — 9 Domestic violence — 126 ID fraud, unauthorized use of credit cards/checks — 48 Kidnapping — 2 Robbery — 29 Stalking/harassment — 53 Homicides — 2 Violating protection orders — 3 Protection orders filed — 117 (259 requests) Those victims, and those from previous years, were served in numerous ways, including referrals, attending hearings and follow up information. A total of 2,442 letters were mailed by the office, 1,872 phone or fax follow ups, 245 crisis responses, 222 referrals to other social services and 188 follow ups on parole board hearings, probation violations and other events. Advocates attended 556 hearing in Meigs County Court with victims and 976 hearings in Meigs County Common Pleas Court with victims. Forty victims were eligible for the Ohio Victim of Crime Compensation Program. This program is an application process and is a secondary provider for physical and emotional harm caused by the crime and funerals for homicide victims. This figure does not include the number of victims who received attorneys for civil protection order full hearings. The program is grant funded through the Ohio Attorney General’s Office for crime victim services. The program was staffed by Petrasko and full-time advocate/ secretary Shelley Kemper during 2016. With additional grant funding provided, Alexis Schwab joined the program in a part-time role earlier this week. In addition to the grant funding for the program, a special mini grants were received during 2016 for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week program and activities, National Organization Victim Assistance (NOVA) training in Atlanta, Georgia for both advocates, Two Days in May training (TDIM), and Ohio Attorney General’s training for Crime Victim Advocates. Beth Sergent | Register Fisherman wait to catch “the big one” at Krodel Park on Friday. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources restocked the lake with trout this week. Trout From page 1A River, Anthony Creek, Barboursville Lake, Blackwater River, Cranberry River, Gandy Creek, James P. Bailey Tailwaters, Knapps Creek, Laurel Fork (Randolph), North Fork South Branch (C&R), Pendleton Lake, Pennsboro Reservoir, Ridenour Lake, Spruce Knob Lake, Tracy Lake, Fitzpatrick Lake, Little Beaver Lake, Mountwood Obama From page 4A Riding consist of leading a horse through a pattern that takes up an entire riding arena. Cow and horse uses reigning From page 1A skills while also having the rider move into a herd of cows. Riders choose a target animal and stick to that one transport or medical care. animal and then prompt the cow “The horse I was showing at this to move away from the heard with event was (registered) with Sareece Brown,” said Wood. “The reason why directed motions from the horse. Ridhe (the horse) was at (the ranch) was ers then keep the cow away from the because he just recovered not too long herd. “I think the thing I like best about ago from a stifle injury and wasn’t the cow and horse (activities) are the even really supposed to walk again. He was there for a 7-year-old to learn friendships you make,” said Wood. to ride doing the cow and horse stuff. “Everybody makes you feel at home. Even though you’re competing against Then I got to show him some and we’ve been really competitive and I’ve people and want to beat them, you’re supporting them just like you support won a lot with him recently.” the people that also train at your barn. The horse goes by the name Black Everybody is always cheering each as Cat. Wood said she expects that she will other on.” stick with reigning and cow and horse competitions. Reigning competitions Dean Wright can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. But too many others are still like the West Virginia bureaucrat and the New York party hack. Too many others still offer too many stark reminders that where race is concerned, America remains an unwell nation. And that it will probably get worse before it gets better. Yes, I know what you’d say: “When they go low, we go high.” I don’t mind Park Lake, New Creek, North Bend Tailwaters, North Fork of Patterson Creek, North Fork South Branch, Anthony Creek, Elk River, Gandy Creek, Knapps Creek, Laurel Fork (Randolph), Lost River, New Creek, North Fork of Patterson Creek, Spruce Knob Lake, Trout Run and Waites Run. Curtisville Lake, Huey Lake, James P. Bailey Lake, Larenim Park Lake, Shavers Fork (upper section). Reach Beth Sergent at bsergent@civitasmedia.com or on Twitter @BSergentWrites. telling you that I am finding that easier said than done. But your example challenges me, and that’s not nothing. So, farewell, Mrs. Obama. Please know that, as an American — and particularly as an African American — I am proud of how you’ve conducted yourself as first lady. At risk of political incorrectness and IRS audit, I reiterate what I said coming in. You, madam, are gorgeous — in many more ways than one. Leonard Pitts Jr., winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for commentary, is a columnist for the Miami Herald, 3511 N.W. 91 Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172. Readers may write to him via email at lpitts@miamiherald.com. 2103. Personal trainers BJ and Bekah Robinson and Clint Saunders prepare to launch some new Health, Wellness, and Corrective Movement Programs this January 2017 2016 From page 4A animals suffered in filthy, ramshackle cages — closed their doors in 2016. Families are turning their backs on exhibits in which bears are confined to concrete pits and tigers pace in fetid pens. But progress for animals hasn’t been limited to the U.S. In Argentina, a judge found that Cecilia, a chimpanzee languishing in a Mendoza zoo, isn’t a “thing” but rather a sentient being who is “subject to nonhuman rights” — and ordered that she be sent to a sanctuary. Countries as disparate as Norway and Iran banned exotic-animal acts. Argentina passed a ban on greyhound racing, sparing countless dogs a short, grim life in the spears — was banned. While 2016 was a good year for animals, there’s always more to be done. We all have the power to spare animals pain and suffering in the year ahead — and beyond — simply by making kind choices about what we do for entertainment. “sport.” India’sSupreme Court upheld a ban on a cruel pastime called jallikattu — in which bullocks are raced and often struck with whips and nail-studded sticks to make them run faster. 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Courtesy PVH Harper Grace Kelley PVH’s Baby New Year arrives ANNIVERSARY Hollands to celebrate 50th anniversary Submitted POINT PLEASANT — Fri Mofor-Eta, MD, OB/ GYN, FACOG, announces the arrival of Pleasant Valley Hospital’s (PVH) 2017 Baby New Year, Harper Grace Kelley. Harper was born on Jan. 4 at 3:55 p.m. to parents Sean and Carly Kelley. She weighed 8 lbs, 9 oz., and was 21 inches long. Many family members joined in welcoming Harper and sharing in their unforgettable experience. “Motherhood is an incredible adventure and pregnancy, labor and delivery is just the beginning. It is truly a blessing to be the obstetrician who helped deliver Carly’s first baby,” stated Dr. Mofor-Eta. Richard and Judy Holland of Point Pleasant, who were married on Jan. 14, 1967, will soon celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple will host a reception for family and friends from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14 at Krebs Chapel Fellowship Building, five miles out Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant. The couple requests no gifts. Article submitted by Pleasant Valley Hospital. MYDAILYTRIBUNE.COM Courtesy 8 AM WEATHER 2 PM 10° 18° 16° Sunny to partly cloudy and cold today. Partly cloudy and cold tonight. High 23° / Low 8° HEALTH TODAY Statistics for Friday 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. Friday Month to date/normal Year to date/normal Snowfall AccuWeather.com Cold Index™ (in inches) Trace 0.82/0.58 0.82/0.58 (in inches) Friday Month to date/normal Season to date/normal 0.7 2.3/1.2 4.1/5.8 Today 7:47 a.m. 5:24 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:22 a.m. Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Mon. 7:47 a.m. 5:25 p.m. 3:04 p.m. 4:31 a.m. MOON PHASES Full Last New Jan 12 Jan 19 Jan 27 First Feb 3 SOLUNAR TABLE The solunar period indicates peak feeding times for fish and game. Today Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Major 7:40a 8:31a 9:24a 10:20a 11:17a 12:16p 12:48a Minor 1:26a 2:16a 3:09a 4:05a 5:03a 6:02a 7:01a The AccuWeather.com Cold Index combines the effects of local weather with a number of demographic factors to provide a scale showing the overall probability of transmission and symptom severity of the common cold. 2 0-2 Low; 3-4 Moderate; 5-6 High; 7-8 Very High; 9-10 Extreme WEATHER TRIVIA™ Q: What is the coldest it has ever been in the United States? SUN & MOON Major 8:08p 9:00p 9:54p 10:50p 11:47p ---1:15p Minor 1:54p 2:45p 3:39p 4:35p 5:32p 6:30p 7:28p WEATHER HISTORY The temperature stayed below zero in New York City for an entire day only once--on Jan. 8, 1859. During the same cold snap, Toronto had its coldest January temperature ever with a low of 27 degrees below zero. TUESDAY Clouding up; not as cold; ice at night Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. AIR QUALITY 300 Waverly 25/8 Lucasville 27/10 Portsmouth 23/10 500 Primary pollutant: Particulates Air Quality Index: 0-50, Good; 51-100, Moderate; 101-150, Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200, Unhealthy; 201-300, Very unhealthy; 301-500, Hazardous. Source: Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services OHIO RIVER Levels in feet as of 7 a.m. Fri. Flood 24-hr. Location Stage Level Chg. Willow Island 37 12.77 +0.23 Marietta 34 23.77 -0.14 Parkersburg 36 25.74 +0.16 Belleville 35 12.55 +0.19 Racine 41 12.71 +0.16 Point Pleasant 40 29.51 +0.11 Gallipolis 50 13.44 -0.11 Huntington 50 34.62 +0.91 Ashland 52 39.05 +0.56 Lloyd Greenup 54 12.39 -0.17 Portsmouth 50 35.30 +2.80 Maysville 50 37.60 +1.50 Meldahl Dam 51 33.70 +3.90 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2017 Mostly cloudy, showers around; warmer Logan 19/8 THURSDAY 55° 36° 58° 44° A little morning rain; cloudy, mild Cloudy and mild with a few showers Murray City 19/8 Belpre 21/8 Athens 20/8 46° 38° Cloudy with rain tapering off St. Marys 19/7 Parkersburg 20/8 Coolville 20/8 Elizabeth 22/7 Spencer 21/7 Buffalo 23/8 Ironton 23/11 Milton 24/8 Clendenin 22/6 St. Albans 24/9 Huntington 23/13 NATIONAL FORECAST 110s 100s Seattle 42/36 90s 80s 70s 60s 50s 40s 30s 20s San Francisco 10s 62/51 0s -0s -10s Los Angeles 70/55 T-storms Rain Showers Snow Flurries Ice Chihuahua 71/40 Cold Front Warm Front Stationary Front SATURDAY 55° 32° Marietta 22/8 Wilkesville 23/9 POMEROY Jackson 22/7 22/9 Ravenswood Rio Grande 21/7 23/9 Centerville POINT PLEASANT Ripley 20/11 GALLIPOLIS 23/8 22/7 23/8 Ashland 24/13 Grayson 25/11 FRIDAY Periods of rain NATIONAL CITIES McArthur 20/10 South Shore Greenup 23/11 23/10 47 0 50 100 150 200 Chillicothe 20/11 WEDNESDAY 51° 42° Adelphi 19/8 0 A: -79.8F at Prospect Creek, Alaska, Jan. 23, 1971. Precipitation 24°/14° 42°/25° 74° in 1946 -4° in 1942 MONDAY 35° 29° ALMANAC High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low EXTENDED FORECAST 8 PM Charleston 20/6 Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Winnipeg 2/-18 Montreal 12/-8 Billings 16/10 Minneapolis 15/11 Chicago 20/16 Denver 44/35 Toronto 16/11 Detroit 21/14 New York 26/14 Washington 27/15 Kansas City 33/22 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 Mon. Hi/Lo/W 50/34/s 16/6/s 35/22/s 28/16/sf 25/13/s 16/10/c 36/30/i 25/10/pc 20/6/s 29/9/s 43/31/pc 20/16/s 20/13/s 19/13/pc 20/12/s 46/36/s 44/35/pc 26/19/pc 21/14/s 79/63/pc 49/41/s 20/15/s 33/22/pc 61/48/pc 37/23/s 70/55/pc 24/19/s 69/57/pc 15/11/pc 31/23/s 45/38/s 26/14/pc 40/25/s 56/43/s 26/12/s 75/54/s 15/9/c 21/3/c 26/5/s 24/1/s 28/24/pc 41/38/r 62/51/r 42/36/r 27/15/s Hi/Lo/W 56/37/pc 19/6/s 41/29/pc 32/23/s 30/18/s 30/5/c 37/27/c 24/19/s 37/29/pc 31/19/s 51/27/pc 31/28/sn 35/32/pc 32/29/c 33/30/pc 62/55/c 55/30/pc 35/30/pc 32/28/sn 81/65/pc 68/62/c 33/30/pc 40/36/pc 65/45/sh 44/41/pc 63/52/r 39/35/pc 73/66/pc 20/19/sn 45/38/pc 64/54/pc 27/21/s 54/45/pc 68/50/s 29/19/s 71/48/c 31/25/pc 19/12/s 30/15/s 29/14/s 42/37/pc 44/29/sh 57/51/r 42/33/r 32/22/s EXTREMES FRIDAY Atlanta 35/22 El Paso 61/40 National for the 48 contiguous states High Low 84° in Marathon, FL -48° in Walden, CO Global High Low Houston 49/41 Monterrey 57/39 Miami 69/57 115° in Mardie, Australia -64° in Suhana, Russia Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice. 60647073 TODAY �Sports Sunday Times-Sentinel #?8.+CM��+8?+<C��M� ����s�#/->398�� White Falcons crush Miller, 81-55 By Paul Boggs pboggs@civitasmedia.com Paul Boggs | OVP Sports Wahama senior Travis Kearns (23) goes up for a basket between Miller defenders Carson Starlin (1) and Alec Eveland (3) during Friday night’s Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division boys basketball game at Wahama High School. MASON, W. Va. — A night after the year’s first snowstorm swept through, it was raining three-pointers at Gary Clark Court. And, that was definitely a good thing for the host Wahama White Falcons on Friday night. Spearheaded by nine threepoint goals, and an attackthe-basket approach, Wahama handled the Miller Falcons for a season-high in points — winning easily 81-55 in a Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division boys basketball tilt. In addition to the nine trifectas, the 81 points amassed by the White Falcons surpasses their season-high — previously set at 79 against Federal Hocking on Dec. 20. The White Falcons trailed just twice at 2-0 and 7-5, scored at least 14 points in each quarter, and eventually extended their advantage to as large as 80-48 in the contest’s final few minutes. With the victory, Wahama evened its record to 4-4 — and 3-3 in the TVC-Hocking. It was a much-needed win for the White Falcons, which had endured a difficult two weeks in the win-loss column. Wahama held a doubledigit lead against visiting Point Pleasant on Dec. 27 — only to see the archrival intra-county Big Blacks rally back and win that bout at the buzzer. Two days later, the power went out with 5:13 remaining in its matchup at Hannan — leaving that affair in limbo as far as even being completed. Then, TVC-Hocking frontrunner Waterford steamrolled the White Falcons 82-40 on Tuesday night. However, it all went Wahama’s way this time. “Tonight was a good night,” See MILLER | 2B 3 rookies, Ryan, highlight revamped AP All-Pro Team By Barry Wilner Associated Press The Associated Press 2016 NFL All-Pro Team is showing off the new wave of pro football stars. Three rookies among 17 first-time selections highlight the team, including Dallas running back Ezekiel Elliott, and Kansas City’s Tyreek Hill, who is a unanimous choice as a punt returner. Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan, edging New England’s Tom Brady, who was suspended for four games, is another first-time All Pro. Tennessee right tackle Jack Conklin is the other rookie making the revamped roster announced Friday. “It’s special,” Elliott said. “Just to be able to come into this league my first year and dominate and just play at the level I’m playing, and just kind of get these honors already as a rookie, it means a lot. I was never even All-American in college. I was never a first-team All-American. I’ll never get a Buckeye tree at Ohio State. That’s the one thing that I regret the most. “Kind of seeing it come into the league and making All-Pro this rookie year, it definitely means a lot.” It’s the first time since 1981 that so many firstyear players made the team. Back then, it was future Hall of Famers Lawrence Taylor and Ronnie Lott, and 1980 Heisman-winning running back George Rogers. For the first time, the nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who regularly cover the NFL voted for specific positions on the offensive line, a flex player on offense, a fifth defensive back, a punt returner and a special teamer. Other first-timers include Arizona running back David Johnson (flex); Denver cornerback Chris Harris Jr. (DB); and New England’s Matthew Slater (special teamer). One other unanimous pick is Baltimore placekicker Justin Tucker. With only seven repeaters from last season’s squad, the All-Pro Team has a decidedly new flavor not only in alignment, but makeup. Not surprisingly, the Cowboys have the most players selected with five: Elliott, the league’s leading rusher; linebacker Sean Lee; and offensive linemen See TEAM | 2B OVP SPORTS SCHEDULE Monday, January 9 Boys Basketball Hannan at Covenant Christian, 7:30 Girls Basketball South Gallia at Southern, 7:30 Waterford at Wahama, 7:30 Belpre at Meigs, 7:30 Fairland at Gallia Academy, 7:30 Trimble at Eastern, 7:15 Hannan at Covenant Christian, 6 p.m. Nelsonville-York at River Valley, 7:30 Tuesday, January 10 Boys Basketball Wahama at South Gallia, 7:30 Meigs at Southern, 7:30 River Valley at Alexander, 7:30 South Point at Gallia Academy, 7:30 Waterford at Eastern, 7:30 Ohio Valley Christian at Cross Lanes Christian, 7:30 Girls Basketball Hannan at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Ohio Valley Christian at Cross Lanes Christian, 6 p.m. Alex Hawley | OVP Sports Southern’s Trey McNickle drives past Belpre’s Logan Adams (left) during the Tornadoes’ 56-51 victory, on Friday in Washington County. Tornadoes hold off Belpre, 56-51 By Alex Hawley finished with a gamebest 27 points — is the 14th member of the BHS BELPRE, Ohio — For 1,000-point club. After Bedgood’s free the Tornadoes, 2017 is throw — which cut the started off with a bang. SHS lead to three — the In its first game of the Golden Eagles went on new year, the Southern a 11-to-7 run and took a boys basketball team 38-37 lead, with 1:19 left claimed a 56-51 victory in the third. Southern over Tri-Valley Conferimmediately regained ence Hocking Division the lead with an old-fashhost Belpre, on Friday ioned three-pointer, at the night in Washington 1:11 mark of the third, County. but Belpre sank a pair The teams fought through four lead changes of free throws before the in the first eight minutes end of the quarter, tying the game at 40. of play and were tied at Southern scored the 13 at the conclusion of first two points of the the opening stanza. finale, but Belpre claimed The Tornadoes (5-4, 4-2 TVC Hocking) scored the next four and led 44-42 with 6:00 left. SHS the first 12 points of regained the lead with a the second period and two-minute, 4-0 run, but led 25-13, with 3:39 the Golden Eagles tied left in the half. Belpre the game at 46, with 3:58 (2-7, 2-3) snapped out to play. of the drought with a The Tornadoes scored seven straight points, the next five points and but Southern scored the expanded the lead as high final three points of the as seven, 55-48, with 30 half and headed into the locker room with a 28-20 seconds to go. The SHS lead was trimmed to four lead. points with a BHS trifecThe Golden Eagles scored the first six points ta at the 20-second mark, of the second half, cutting and the Tornadoes left the door open, missing a the Tornado lead to one possession, but Southern pair of free throws with 17 seconds left. answered with a twoThe Golden Eagles pointer and led 30-26. committed a charge with With 4:37 left in the third, BHS senior Deijon 11 seconds left — giving the ball back to the Bedgood sank his third Purple and Gold — and free throw of the quarSouthern sank a free ter, giving the Golden throw with 10 seconds Eagle his 1,000th career to play, sealing the 56-51 point. Bedgood — who ahawley@civitasmedia.com victory. “A road win at Belpre is good, they’re a talented team,” 10th-year SHS head coach Jeff Caldwell said. “It was a big night for them, with Bedgood scoring his 1,000th point. To win on this night, at their place, I don’t know if our guys understand that this is a really nice win for us.” The Purple and Gold won the rebounding battle by a 42-28 count, despite BHS winning the offensive glass by a 10-8 margin. Half of Belpre’s offensive rebounds came in the third period, when the Golden Eagles made a run. “The third quarter was not real good again, that’s been kind of a nemesis of ours,” said Caldwell. “In the third quarter we were giving up offensive rebounds. We started limiting their offensive rebounds, but we still had some turnovers that we have to get fixed.” For the game, Southern committed 27 turnovers, while Belpre gave the ball away 13 times. The Tornadoes held a 17-to-12 edge in assists, while Belpre won the steals battle by a 14-to-4 count. “I thought we played pretty well for the most part,” Caldwell said. “I’m really proud of the kids, they had a good week of practice. We didn’t get to practice yesterday, but Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday were good practices. We haven’t been playing great, but I think tonight was a step in the right direction.” Southern senior Crenson Rogers led the way for the Purple and Gold with 22 points and nine rebounds. Blake Johnson had nine points and five assists for the guests, while Tylar Blevins chipped in with eight points, 10 rebounds and the game’s lone blocked shot. Trey Pickens and Weston Thorla both scored six points for the victors, with Pickens grabbing a game-best 11 rebounds. Dylan Smith posted four points, five assists and a team-best three steals for SHS, while Trey McNickle added one point in the triumph. Bedgood finished with a double-double of 27 points and 10 rebounds for BHS, while Logan Adams added 13 points. Brandon Simoniette scored five points, while Mythius Houghton marked four points and team-highs of five assists and eight steals. Rounding out the Golden Eagle offense were Nate Godfrey with two points and Ryan Simoniette with one point. Southern had lost See BELPRE | 2B �SPORTS 2B Sunday, January 8, 2017 Sunday Times-Sentinel Purdue fends off Buckeyes, 76-75 COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State fought back furiously from a 10-point deficit in the second half against No. 20 Purdue on Thursday night, but a desperate rally came up just short. Purdue’s Caleb Swanigan hit a free throw with 5 seconds left and the Boilermakers held off a final Ohio State rush to win 76-75 in a physical Big Ten contest. Trevor Thompson made a layup to tie the score at 75 with 15 seconds left but missed a subsequent free throw that could have put the Buckeyes ahead. Swanigan was fouled on the other end and hit his first free throw but missed the second. Micah Potter grabbed that rebound and got it to JaQuan Lyle, but his driving shot at the buzzer for the win was off the mark. Swanigan and Vincent Edwards paced with Boilermakers (13-3, 2-1 Big Ten) with 16 points apiece, and Dakota Mathias added 14. Isaac Haas had 10 rebounds. Purdue won despite hitting just 1 of 9 shots from beyond the 3-point line in the first half and were only 8 for 23 for the game. The Boilermakers shot 42.9 percent from the field overall, compared with 44.1 percent for Ohio State. “They have a lot of ability, a lot of talent,” Purdue coach Matt Painter said of the Buckeyes. “To be able to get a true road win, it just builds your confidence, especially a game like this that could have went either way.” Jae’Sean Tate scored 17 points for Ohio State (10-5, 0-2) and Marc Loving added 14. Purdue went up 53-43 with a little over 16 minutes left and looked to be on the verge of running away with it. But the Buckeyes battled back and tied the score at 55 about with 13:12 left. Down by 5 with 2:17 left, they came back to tie it again with 15 seconds left, setting up the game-ending drama. “I thought our guys fought,” Ohio State coach Thad Matta said. “With the exception of the first couple minutes of the second half, I thought they competed. And that’s how you want to feel when you play like that and it doesn’t come out your way.” Tate said the team was taking the loss hard because they had a chance to win it late. “You feel like you worked as hard as you can and left it all out on the floor,” he said. “We got the shots we thought we wanted but they just didn’t fall,” Tate said. “There were a lot of in-and-outs.” Purdue led 43-39 at the half, going on an 8-0 run after Ohio State led 36-35 with 4 minutes left. Loving hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to pull the Buckeyes back within a manageable four points. Team From page 1B Tyron Smith (left tackle), Travis Frederick (center) and Zack Martin (right guard). Kansas City is next with four: Hill, tight end Travis Kelce, safety Eric Berry and cornerback Marcus Peters. Ryan, the league’s top passer (117.1 rating, 38 touchdowns, 7 interceptions), is one of three Falcons, joined by edge rusher Vic Beasley Jr., the NFL’s sacks leader with 15 1/2, and wide receiver Julio Jones. “There are so many things that don’t show up on the stat sheet,” Falcons coach Dan Quinn said of Ryan. “How many people he’s affected on our team. He’s a fantastic teammate. That’s one of the highest praises you can give to a ballplayer.” Jones and Steelers wideout Antonio Brown are repeaters from 2015, along with Berry, edge rusher Khalil Mack of Oakland, interior lineman Aaron Donald of Los Angeles, linebacker Von Miller of Denver, and punter Johnny Hekker of the Rams. Also having previously made an All-Pro team: Seattle linebacker Bobby Wagner (2014) and Minnesota kick returner Cordarrelle Patterson (2013). “It still means a ton,” said Wagner, who led the NFL in tackles. “‘Those things are hard to come by. I will always be appreciative of the … All-Pros because you look at guys who have played a long period of time at a very high level and weren’t able to get them for whatever reason.” First-timers along with the three rookies are Ryan, Johnson, Kelce, Beasley, Lee, Slater, Harris, Peters, Martin, Frederick, Oakland left guard Kelechi Osemele, Denver cornerback Aqib Talib, and Giants safety Landon Collins and interior lineman Damon Harrison. Three players make the first team for the third time: Miller, Brown and Berry. In all, 14 teams are represented. Belpre From page 1B back-to-back games prior to Friday night, while the Belpre losing skid is extended to four games. These teams are scheduled to meet again on January 31, in Racine. Southern has seven games scheduled between meetings with the Golden Eagles. “We have some really tough teams coming up,” Caldwell said. “We had everybody healthy this week and worked hard on our defense. We worked on running our offenses and doing things the right way, offensively. We’re going to be alright, we just have to keep working. These guys understand that things are going to get better as we continue to work.” The Tornadoes return to action on Tuesday in Racine, when they host Meigs in a non-conference tilt. Belpre is slated to return to the court in TVC Hocking play on Monday, at Federal Hocking. Alex Hawley can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext.2100. Miller Ross D. Franklin | AP Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws against Ohio State during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal in Glendale, Ariz., Dec. 31. For the second straight season, the Clemson and Alabama will meet for the College Football Playoff championship. While it’s safe to assume quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Jalen Hurts will play pivotal roles in the game Monday at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, you never know who will emerge as a star on the big stage, especially with the most talented rosters in college football facing off. Matchups that will decide the title By Ralph D. Russo as a star on the big stage — especially with the most talented rosters in college football facing off. With the help of some coaches Every defensive meeting at Clemson this week might as well who have played each team and the scouting website Pro Foothave started with coordinator ball Focus, these are some of the Brent Venables passing around a matchups that could determine photo of Alabama’s O.J. Howard with the caption “Know where 88 Tigers-Tide II. Watson vs. Alabama’s scoring is at all times.” For the second straight season, defense Watson is probably going to the Tigers and Crimson Tide will throw an interception at some meet for the College Football Playoff championship. Howard is point against Alabama. He has thrown 17 on the season after the talented tight end who came throwing 13 last season, including into last season’s title game with one in his magnificent champion33 catches for 394 yards and no ship game performance. touchdowns. He then went off The junior Heisman Trophy for 208 yards on five catches with runner-up is a confident passer two scores as Clemson’s defense seemed unaware that Howard was who will try to make difficult throws. He is also able to escape an eligible receiver. trouble with his mobility and While it’s safe to assume quarstrength. Add those up and he terbacks Deshaun Watson and Jalen Hurts will play pivotal roles occasionally courts trouble. As everyone who has been in Monday’s game at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, paying attention knows by now, you never know who will emerge Alabama’s defense scores a lot. Associated Press That allowed other White Falcons to score and make shots against Miller’s zone, as nine players reached the scoring column — with eight making at From page 1B least one field goal. “They played a box-and-one on Philip said Wahama coach Ron Bradley. (Hoffman), given how well he has been “We’ve had leads in a lot of basketball shooting the basketball and scoring games this season — 10 or 12-point leads and we’ve squandered them a few for us. We stuck with our regular zone offense and the other kids did a great times. But tonight, we shot the ball extremely well the entire game. Then in job of knocking down the open shots. the second half, we did an excellent job That’s what you have to do when a team tries to take somebody away,” of taking charge and not letting them said Bradley. “The other guys have to ease back into it.” step up and they did a tremendous job Wahama held a 20-13 lead following the opening quarter, then outscored the tonight. And Philip did a great job of letting his teammates pick it up.” Falcons 14-9 in the second stanza to Wahama won the third frame 18-10 lead 34-22 at halftime. for a 52-32 bulge after three, before Simply put, on a cold night, it was a finally racking up 29 points in the red-hot sizzling shooting exhibition by fourth period for the 81-55 final. the White Falcons. For the final eight-and-a-half minutes, Wahama was 21-of-28 from inside Wahama was in the bonus free-throw the arc for a scorching 75-percent, and was almost as fantastic from three-point situation — and made 10-of-15 in that span. range at 9-of-13 (69-percent). Noah Litchfield lit up Miller for a And, all of this was done with its leading scorer — senior Philip Hoffman third of the White Falcons’ points, pouring in 27 on nine total field goals and a — hitting just four field goals for eight perfect 8-of-8 free throws. points. In fact, Litchfield finished with 16 Hoffman, who was impacted a bit by foul trouble, had a box-and-one defense points in the third quarter — 14 in the final 4:05 and 11 in the final 1:06. applied against him. His three-pointer pushed the lead to 43-28, as his old-fashioned point-play at the 1:06 mark made it 46-32. In the final 30.6 seconds of the canto, Litchfield landed 4-of-4 free throws, then beat the buzzer with a layup after making a nice loose-ball steal. “Noah does a great job of getting inside and finishing,” said Bradley. “A lot of times he gets body-fouled, and never seems to get a (foul) call. In the second half, when they had their big kid (Seattle Compston) guarding him, we wanted to spread the floor and get the ball in his hands and let him go to work. He did a great job.” Litchfield finished 9-of-12 from the field himself, as Mason Hildreth hit half of Wahama’a half-dozen first-half treys. He was 5-of-6 from the field for 13 points, while Randy Lantz (five field goals for 11 points), Travis Kearns (three field goals for nine points) and Jacob Lloyd (two field goals for seven points) also landed three-balls apiece in the first half. Lantz’s triple gave the White Falcons the lead for good at 8-7 —with four-anda-half minutes left in the first quarter. In fact, for the game’s final 23 minutes and 13 seconds, Miller never got Twelve touchdowns to be exact. Alabama’s athletes are so crazy good — from defensive end Jonathan Allen to linebacker Ryan Anderson to safety Minkah Fitzpatrick — that they become dynamic ball carriers when running through fast guys who can’t tackle and big guys who aren’t fast enough to keep up. Purdue coach Jeff Brohm, who faced Alabama when he was coach at Western Kentucky this season and lost 38-10, said the touchdowns are no fluke. Most defenses provide some opportunities for safe throws. Not Alabama’s. “They’re going to press you,” he said. “They’re going to get up on you. So there’s not a whole lot of separation unless you want to hold onto the ball.” And holding on to the ball usually doesn’t end well against the best pass rush in college football — a pass rush See TITLE | 3B closer than a five-point deficit (20-15). “Mason Hildreth hit some big threes early on in the game when Miller was in that box-and-one. If you let somebody sit in that and your other shooters get timid, it can really hurt you,” said Bradley. “But our kids stepped up and played an excellent ballgame.” Litchfield drained his three in the third frame, while Kearns canned another and Isaiah Pawley popped one in the fourth. Tyler Baumgarner with a fourthquarter basket, and Anthony Ortiz on a final-period foul shot, rounded out the Red and White scoring. Wahama held a 30-23 advantage in total field goals, and meshed as many foul shots (12) as Miller even attempted. Seattle Compston, on eight total field goals and a pair of fourth-quarter freebies, paced the Falcons (2-6, 2-3 TVCHocking) with 19 points. Carson Starlin scored six buckets for a dozen points, while Alec Eveland and Colby Bartley both bagged six. Wahama will return to TVC-Hocking Division action on Tuesday (Jan. 10) — when it travels to South Gallia. Paul Boggs can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2106 �SPORTS Sunday Times-Sentinel Sunday, January 8, 2017 3B Can 2 rookies lead Dallas to the top? By Arnie Stapleton Associated Press Dak Prescott was quite the revelation and consolation for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, who was outmaneuvered for first-rounder Paxton Lynch and third-rounder Connor Cook in the NFL draft last April. Jones chose Prescott with the 135th pick of the fourth round, and Tony Romo’s training camp injury microwaved plans to ease the rookie from Mississippi State into the rotation. Now Prescott is aiming to become the first starting QB to win a Super Bowl as a rookie , and he has the supporting cast to make it happen, including fellow rookie Zeke Elliott and perhaps the best offensive line in the league. The rest of the NFC field features teams with experienced quarterbacks who could squelch those plans, however, including Matt Ryan of the high-flying Falcons , who also earned a first-round bye. The showcase of wild-card weekend comes Sunday when Aaron Rodgers and the Packers host Eli Manning and the Giants. On Saturday, Matthew Stafford and the Lions visit Russell Wilson and the Seahawks. The biggest strength and weakness of each of the six NFC playoff teams: 1. DALLAS (13-3), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 30, 27-17 over Pittsburgh on Jan. 28, 1996. Hope: Prescott and Elliott keep rolling right along and don’t allow the pressure of the playoffs to get to them. Coach Jason Garrett used the season finale against Philadelphia to allow Romo to shake off the rust , just in case. While many playoff teams have QB issues, Dallas has depth at the position. Nope: The rookies could run out of magic in the playoffs, especially if a defense short on headlining playmakers gives one of the NFC’s elite passers plenty of time to work over a secondary that hasn’t produced many interceptions over the last two seasons. The Dope: “We’re as healthy as we’ve been all year. We’ve got players we didn’t dream we would have when we started training camp. Let’s let it all empty the bucket in our three games. Whatever we can do, think of, let’s do it over those three games.” — Jones, seeking his fourth ring but first 21 years. 2. ATLANTA (11-5), no Lombardi Trophies: lost Super Bowl 33 to Denver 33-19 on Jan. 31, 1999. Hope: Exceptionally deep and balanced offense. Ryan threw a team record 38 TD passes and to an NFL record 13 targets. Taylor Gabriel, Justin Hardy and Aldrick Robinson provide big-play potential behind top WRs Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu. OC Kyle Shanahan is THE hot head-coaching candidate. Nope: Despite a league-high 540 Title From page 2B that does not rely on much blitzing. Troy coach Neal Brown, whose team lost 30-24 at Clemson on Sept. 10, said Clemson usually tries to set up Watson for easy throws early in the game to get him comfortable. “They did a great job schematically of getting him into the flow of the game,” Brown said. Brohm said Clemson’s offense, which is heavy on misdirection and gets Watson involved in the running game, matches up as well as possible against Alabama’s defense. Alabama’s offense, with an inconsistent passer in Hurts, is not necessarily built to match scores with Watson. Clemson’s path to victory includes forcing the Tide’s offense to provide all of Alabama’s points. Clemson WR Mike Williams vs. Alabama CB Marlon Humphrey Williams, at 6-foot-3 and 225 pounds, gets It’s a mix of familiar, fresh faces at QB in AFC playoffs By Arnie Stapleton Associated Press after a 4-6 start, he came up with “run the table” that led to another NFC North title. Nope: The defense is depleted at cornerback. The offense has been on a remarkable run of mistake-free football during its winning streak, but doesn’t have a real running threat. The Packers could be hardpressed to keep up in high-scoring games like they were during a midseason four-game skid. The Dope: “We dug ourselves a hole at 4-6. We’re out of it now. And now the real challenge is starting. It’s playoff football and it’s a one-game season.” — coach Mike McCarthy. 5. NEW YORK GIANTS (11-5), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 46, 21-17 over New England, Feb. 5, 2012. Hope: The Giants allowed an NFC-low 17.75 points a game , second in the league to the Patriots (14.06). Steve Spagnuolo’s unit has allowed 10 points or fewer in three of the last four games. Over the final 11 games opponents averaged just 16 points. Nope: The Giants need that stingy defense because of their ineffective offense. They’re ranked 25th in the league. Only the Texans (29th) are ranked lower among playoff teams. New York didn’t score 30 points in any game during the season and hasn’t even reached 20 points since Nov. 27 against the hapless Browns. The Dope: “Are the guys going to be prepared, are the guys going to be ready, are the guys going to be ready for the speed? There’s no question in my mind about it.” — Linebacker Jonathan Casillas, who has won Super Bowls with the Saints and Patriots. 6. DETROIT (9-7), No Super Bowl appearances. Hope: Stafford is clutch in crunch time . The No. 1 overall pick from the 2009 draft is the first QB to lead eight game-winning The AFC playoff field features a mix of familiar faces and fresh blood at quarterback, and this time none of them will have to fret over seeing Von Miller ready to wreck game plans and Super Bowl dreams. While the defending champion Denver Broncos sit this one out and search for a new coach, Tom Brady, Ben Roethlisberger and Alex Smith return to the playoffs this month. The other half of the teams will turn to QBs who have never taken a single snap in the postseason: longtime backup Matt Moore in Miami, backup-to-the-backup Connor Cook in Oakland and Brock Osweiler , who was benched but is back up in Houston. The AFC gets wild-card weekend started Saturday when the Raiders visit Houston. On Sunday, the Dolphins visit Pittsburgh. New England has its customary bye week — its sixth straight — and Kansas City earned its first bye since 2003. The strengths and weaknesses of each of the six AFC playoff teams: 1. NEW ENGLAND (14-2), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 49, 28-24 over Seattle on Feb. 1, 2015. Hope: Tom Brady isn’t acting his age. At 39, when most QBs have either hit the wall or are hitting the links, Brady has shown the best command of his career. Since returning from his September suspension, Brady has been picked off just twice to go with 28 touchdown throws and 3,554 yards passing. Nope: Brady lost his favorite target Rob Gronkowski to season-ending back surgery in December. Gronk’s only injury-free season in the last six years was 2014 — the only time the Patriots won the Super Bowl in his career. Brady still has Julian Edelman and Danny Amendola, but among newcomers Martellus Bennett, Chris Hogan and Malcolm Mitchell, only Bennett has playoff chops (way back in ‘09 with Dallas). The Dope: “This team showed a lot of mental toughness that they can do it week in and week out at a consistent level. Any team can go 8-8. … But 14-2 is a tough thing to do. It’s very cool for this team to accomplish that.” — Brady. 2. KANSAS CITY (12-4), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 4, 23-7 over Minnesota on Jan. 11, 1970. Hope: Special teams. The Chiefs have one of the league’s best punters in Dustin Colquitt, one of the top kickers in Cairo Santos, one of the best coordinators in Dave Toub — who’s on the Broncos’ and Chargers’ head coaching radar — and then there’s rookie blur Tyreek Hill , who returned two punts and a kickoff for scores. Nope: Too often, Kansas City has to rely on Eric Berry and an opportunistic defense or Hill and the spectacular special teams to do what the offense can’t: get into the end zone. Teams don’t generally win in the playoffs that way. The antidote could be Hill, who also has six TD receptions and three TD runs. The Dope: “Right now it’s awesome that we won (the AFC West) … but everything is kind of moving forward and we’ve got our eyes set on the biggest prize yet, and that’s getting a Super Bowl win. There’s no doubt in my mind that we can go get that thing.” — tight end Travis Kelce. See ROOKIES | 4B See AFC | 4B Michael Ainsworth | AP Dallas Cowboys’ Ezekiel Elliott (21) evades pressure from Detroit Lions’ Don Carey (26) and Nevin Lawson (24) as Elliott sprints to the end zone for a touchdown in the second half of a Dec. 26 NFL game in Arlington, Texas. Elliott and fellow rookie Dak Prescott are leading the Cowboys into the playoffs. points, the defense isn’t all that. Even though youngsters Keanu Neal, Deion Jones and Vic Beasley have transformed Atlanta’s defense, the unit needs help. The Falcons allowed 19 fourth-quarter points in Sunday’s 38-32 win over New Orleans. How will it fair against Green Bay or Dallas? The Dope: “It’s obviously nice to be mentioned, for sure. That’s special. But at the end of the day, we’ve got bigger things in front of us.” — Ryan on MVP chatter. 3. SEATTLE (10-5-1), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 48, 43-8 over Denver, Feb. 2, 2014. Hope: The Seahawks are an experienced team that has won at least one playoff game in each of the last seasons. Wilson remains an uncanny playmaker who can make something out of nothing and Seattle’s defense still elite. The Seahawks’ signature win in New England in November shows they can win anytime, anywhere. Nope: Seattle enters the playoffs on a whimper . The run game has been AWOL for almost a month and the defense hasn’t been the same since star safety Earl Thomas broke his left leg in December. The loss of Tyler Lockett also eliminated one of Seattle’s key playmakers on offense and special teams. The Dope: “Everything that’s already happened doesn’t matter at all. Everyone wants to project how it’s going to go based on the finish. You can’t tell. It’s how you deal with it, how you go about your business, and then when it comes to game time, how you execute, then how you handle the wins.” coach Pete Carroll. 4. GREEN BAY (10-6), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 45, 31-25 over Pittsburgh, Feb. 6, 2011. Hope: Rodgers is on a roll. And when he gets going, the Packers look unstoppable, capable of building big leads and coming back from any deficit. After a 1-2 start in 2014, Rodgers famously admonished fans to R-E-L-A-X. This time, compared to all those big, impossible-to-cover receivers that play in the NFL : Alshon Jeffrey (6-3, 216), Demariyus Thomas (6-3, 235) and even former great Calvin Johnson (6-5, 237). The junior is Watson’s security blanket — almost to a fault. The Tigers have so many effective weapons that at times this season they almost became too reliant on Williams and limited an offense that does so much well. Then again, it’s easy to want to force feed Williams, who has the speed to get deep and size and strength to catch passes when covered. Physically, Humphrey is about as a good a matchup for Williams as you’ll find. The junior is 6-1 and 196. His problem has been getting beat down the field. He has allowed 16.3 yards per catch this season, according to Pro Football Focus, after allowing 17.4 last year. Hurts vs. Clemson’s pass rush The Tide’s pass rush is ferocious (50 sacks), but the Tigers get after passers almost as well (49 sacks). Pressure has been a problem for Hurts. According to Pro Football Focus, Hurts’ completion percentage drops to 31 percent when he is under pressure. Incompletions are not the worst thing. Better than interceptions. Hurts has thrown four of his nine picks when facing pressure, according to PFF. Hurts (891 yards rushing) can also turn a near sack into a big gain. So Clemson needs to force hurried throws, but also be disciplined enough to not allow Hurts room to take off. LSU defensive coordinator Dave Aranda said Lane Kiffin, now the former Alabama offensive coordinator, turned the Tide’s offense into one that morphs from week to week to attack an opponents’ weakness. “The biggest thing with Alabama, you had to look at yourself before you looked at them. What hurt you in the past?” said Aranda, whose team lost 10-0 to Alabama on Nov. 5. Now with Steve Sarkisian calling plays : “I’m wondering how much that changes,” Aranda said. Aranda said Alabama gets Hurts involved in the running game when defenses get overly aggressive. “The quarterback run cancels out a lot of aggression for aggression sake,” Aranda said. Alabama center Bradley Bozeman vs. Clemson DT Dexter Lawrence The Tigers got 17 sacks from tackles Carlos Watkins (10.5) and Lawrence (6.5), the 340-pound freshman freak. Venables is going to make it hard for Alabama to doubleteam the big guy. “Venables does a great job creating Bear fronts, which, in a Bear front, all five offensive linemen are covered. Which creates one-on-one matchups,” Brown said. The good news for Hurts is Alabama’s offensive line is as good as any in the country at protecting the passer. The Crimson Tide allowed 24 sacks but that’s a little misleading because it counts running plays where Hurts was caught behind the line. In 434 passing plays, Alabama allowed six sacks, according to PFF. Bozeman is the rock in the middle of that line, a 319-pound junior. Guards Ross Pierschbacher and Korren Kirven will also get their chances to deal with the Clemson’s manchild. In fact, don’t be surprised if Venables tries to get Lawrence matched up on the guards who are not as good as Bozeman. 60699258 �SPORTS 4B Sunday, January 8, 2017 Sunday Times-Sentinel To bye or not to bye in NFL playoffs? Let’s take a look By Barry Wilner carry teams a long way. Again, look up what those Pittsburgh, New York and Green Bay clubs above did. Teams pursue byes like they “I think we’re battle tested,” are precious jewels. Are they really? Or does the road to the Giants receiver Victor Cruz says, speaking not only of an Super Bowl not particularly early season loss at Lambeau come with a rest stop? Field, but of the team’s general History tells us that reachpsyche. “I think we’ve been ing the Super Bowl, let alone through some things after winning it, after playing in a wild-card game is anything but that game that really set the standard and the focus for this ideal. Not impossible — just team. I think that’s one of the ask, in recent years, the 2005 Steelers, 2007 Giants and 2010 biggest things for us going into the game. Understanding that Packers. But it’s certainly the we’ve been through some wars most difficult way of doing and now we’re ready to go.” things, particularly how those So the Giants go to Green three teams managed it, as Bay, where in 2007 they won sixth seeds with no home the NFC championship game. games. And, four years later, they beat All of them are in this posta 15-1 Packers squad in the season. Not one of them went divisional round. Both times, into this weekend wishing it they went on to win a Super didn’t own a bye. Bowl. Yet there are advantages — Eli Manning was the quaryes, really — to being active in terback and offensive fulcrum the wild-card round. For one, of those title runs, while the the opponent shouldn’t be as formidable as either of the top pressure-first defense was masterful in negating big-time two seeds in each conference that is enjoying a mini-vacation. passers. The Giants entered Secondly, the momentum gath- those postseasons pretty much as afterthoughts, then got their ered from an opening win can Associated Press acts together immediately in wild-card outings. Sure they might have won it all those seasons anyway. Yet there’s no question those opening victories against Tampa Bay in 2007 and Atlanta in 2011 helped in a big way. “I think that you like to prove people wrong,” Manning says, knowing the Giants again are long shots to win it all. “That is always kind of an exciting thing to do. I try not to read too much into it or read the headlines or buy into it too much. “But I think that it is not about that. I think the most important thing is just going out there and being there for your teammates and wanting to step up for your teammates and for the organization, and everybody who is working their tail off every week to go win. And you want to go out and do your part to help them get that victory.” Under the current eightdivision format with 12 playoff teams that began in 2002, teams playing in wild-card games have made the Super Bowl eight times: Carolina in 2003, Pittsburgh in ‘05, Indianapolis in ‘06, the Giants in ‘07 and 11, Arizona in 2008, Green Bay in 2010, and Baltimore in 2012. Six of them won the title, with only the Panthers and Cardinals failing, both with last-minute losses. From 1990-92, there were six divisions, with 12 teams still advancing to the playoffs. Yep, three wild cards per conference, meaning one NFC and one AFC division winner didn’t receive a bye. In that span, only four teams came out of the wild-card round to make the Super Bowl, all from the AFC. Buffalo (1992) and Tennessee (1999) both lost to the NFC champion. Denver (1997) and Baltimore (2000) won. Indeed, the Titans beat the Bills in January 2000 in the Music City Miracle, and Buffalo hasn’t been back to the postseason since. One franchise that has made a habit of earning byes, of course, is New England. This is the sixth straight year the Patriots are idle for the opening weekend. Even Tom Brady gets antsy during the bye, though. “You always want to feel great on Sunday,” Brady says. “You’d always like to practice every day, too. I think just some weeks it’s about prioritization. I’d like to do everything all the time, but sometimes that’s not possible just based on — practice is pretty demanding. Our practices certainly are, so sometimes if you practice it might set you back a little more than you would want. “But everyone is dealing with different things and I think as a player you just have to try to be smart. You obviously want to practice because you want to be prepared to play, but sometimes if you overdo it, you’re not feeling as good as you want to on Sunday when you are playing. I think after 17 years I’ve got a pretty good balance for those things. I’m the type of person who likes to practice a lot. I’ve also been around long enough to know you’ve got to be smart, too, so it’s just trying to find that right balance.” Brady can kick back this weekend while seeking that balance. AP source: Cavs nearing deal for Hawks’ Korver Rookies From page 3B drives in the fourth quarter or overtime since the 1970 merger. However, he did struggle with a finger injury down the stretch. Nope: Like many teams in this age MYDAILYTRIBUNE.COM Korver did not play in Thursday night’s game in New Orleans, and afterward said he had mixed emotions about a trade that may only need league approval before becoming official. “There are a lot of heart ties to Atlanta for a lot of reasons,” said Korver, who spent five seasons with Atlanta after two in Chicago. “A lot of friendships, relationships. That’s where I had my best basketball. … That’s where I had all my kids. So it’s hard to leave that behind. “Obviously, it’s a great opportunity for me to go to Cleveland so I’m very excited about that part. But there are a lot of relationships that I care a lot about here and I’m going to miss.” Cleveland has been looking to add to its roster after losing Smith and center Chris Andersen to a season-ending knee injury. The Cavs also have interest in acquiring a backup point guard, but bringing in another outside threat for LeBron James appears to be the priority. Korver, who has been pursued by Cleveland as a free agent in the past, is making $5.2 million in the final year of a four-year, $24 million deal he signed with Atlanta in 2013. Cavs general manager David Griffin has not been afraid to shake up his team in past Januarys. Two years ago, he dealt guard Dion Waiters and acquired Smith, guard Iman Shumpert and center Timofey Mozgov in trades. And last year, he fired coach David Blatt despite a 30-11 start. Korver isn’t the player he once was, but he may be an upgrade over forward Mike Dunleavy, who was signed in the offseason but hasn’t produced and could be on the trading block. Dunleavy dressed but was the only healthy player who didn’t get any time Wednesday night in a loss to Chicago even though the Cavs were missing stars Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love. For the Hawks, moving Korver represents the latest in a series of roster AFC of spread offenses in college failing to produce NFL-ready linemen, the Lions have O-line woes and a bangedup backfield. They rank 30th in the league in the rushing. Stafford’s been sacked an NFL-most 37 times and Zach Zenner is their top RB with Theo Riddick and Ameer Abdullah hurt. The Dope: “If you’re in, you’ve got a chance. Obviously we’ll have a chance to get better, the things we need to still work on we can improve upon.” — coach Jim Caldwell. 60699122 CLEVELAND (AP) — Kyle Korver could soon be hoisting shots for the NBA champions. The Cleveland Cavaliers are trying to finalize a deal to acquire Korver, one of the league’s elite 3-point shooters, in a trade from the Atlanta Hawks, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Thursday night. The sides are closing in on a deal, but the particulars “‘are not clear,” said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been completed. The Vertical first reported the potential swap. Cleveland is in need of another outside shooting threat with J.R. Smith expected to be sidelined until the end of the regular season after undergoing surgery to repair a broken thumb. The 35-year-old Korver is a more than adequate replacement as he’s shot 43 percent from long range during his career and his 1,952 made 3s are the eighth most in league history. decisions that has broken up the core of a squad that won 60 games and finished atop the Eastern Conference just two seasons ago. Key players gone from that team include power forward Al Horford, who left for Boston as a free agent; small forward DeMarre Carroll, who signed with Toronto as a free agent; and guard Jeff Teague, who was traded to Indiana. “Kyle was a big part of that, Al was a big part of that, Jeff was a big part of that, DeMarre was a big part of that, and all of them are gone,” Hawks forward Paul Millsap said. “I’m still here, but a big part of our team that was here that’s gone right now. You can’t look back in the past.” Millsap declined to say whether seeing all of those moves makes him wonder about his own future with the club. “The Hawks are trying to do what’s best for them,” Korver said. “The whole organization is completely different from when I came 4 1/2 years ago. Manning last year in Denver. 5. OAKLAND (12-4), last Lombardi: Super Bowl 18, 38-9 over Washington From page 3B on Jan. 22, 1984. Hope: Beginner’s luck. Cook will be the first NFL QB to make his first 3. PITTSBURGH (11-5), last Lomcareer start in the playoffs. He replaced bardi: Super Bowl 43, 27-23 over AriMatt McGloin (shoulder). Dallas tarzona on Feb. 1, 2009. geted Cook in the draft only to watch Hope: Roethlisberger, Le’Veon Bell and Antonio Brown have never been on Oakland grab him, then settled for Dak Prescott. If somehow Cook is as good as the field together during the playoffs Prescott, maybe the Raiders can shock like they will be this month. Throw in the field. a healthy O-line and the likely return Nope: Realistically, the Raiders’ Super of tight end Ladarius Green and PittsBowl dreams shattered when Colts pass burgh should have the AFC’s most rusher Trent Cole twisted QB Derek diverse and dynamic offense . Carr to the ground on Christmas Eve Nope: Unlike the adage that defense and Oakland’s star hollered, “It’s broke!” travels, all that offensive firepower six times . Without Carr, it’s hard to doesn’t always translate on the road. see how Cook can lead a team with a The Steelers averaged 28.25 points at home and 21.6 points away from Heinz deficient defense to four wins in the Field. Unlike the Ravens, their division playoffs. The Dope: “As long as we believe in rival, Pittsburgh has never beaten Brady each other and our fans believe in us, in New England (0-4). the sky is the limit. We can do anything The Dope: “We have a great team. we set our minds out to do.” — lineWe have great players in our wide receivers’ room. That’s one thing I love backer Bruce Irvin. 6. MIAMI (10-6), last Lombardi: about being here, we have playmakers everywhere.” — wide receiver Sammie Super Bowl 8, 24-7 over Minnesota on Jan. 13, 1974. Coates. Hope: If Jay Ajayi can run wild again 4. HOUSTON (9-7), no Super Bowl , the Dolphins have a chance. In oneappearances. score games, they’ve won eight straight. Hope: Defense, despite losing J.J. After a 1-4 stumble under first-year Watt. The Texans allowed the fewest coach Adam Gase, the Dolphins won yards in the NFL. Houston’s success nine of 10 before losing their finale to was driven by the emergence of 2014 top overall draft pick Jadeveon Clowney New England. Nope: QB Ryan Tannehill is out with , who shook off two injury-riddled seaa knee injury and although they turned sons to pile up 16 tackles for loss, 17 their season around with a Week 6 win QB hits and six sacks. Nope: The Texans won’t go far if their over Pittsburgh, the Dolphins’ injuryriddled defense is fading. They’ve QB play doesn’t improve dramatically. allowed 436 yards on average over the Osweiler returns after being benched two weeks ago for Tom Savage (concus- last six weeks. They surrendered a fransion) and will try to jumpstart a putrid chise record 6,122 yards overall. The Dope: “That is how we lived this passing game. He threw more intercepwhole season. Even the first time we tions (16) than TDs (15) in his first played Pittsburgh, nobody gave us a season of a four-year, $72 million deal. The Dope: “Obviously nobody wants chance. It’s not surprising to us we’re 10-point underdogs. It doesn’t faze to be benched, but I have experienced us. We prefer it that way. We’re going that before. I think I handled it much to go out and do our thing.” — safety better this time than previously.” — Michael Thomas. Osweiler, who was benched for Peyton �Sunday Times-Sentinel Sunday, January 8, 2017 5B LEGALS Rentals Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Want To Buy "Greenfield Township regular January meeting is rescheduled to January 23, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Hall. 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Apply at: Pleasant Valley Hospital, 2520 Valley Dr., Pt. Pleasant, WV 25550, fax to (304) 675-6975 or apply on-line at www.pvalley.org. EOE: A/F/D/V 60699266 60699482 Professional Services �Sunday Times-Sentinel 60693587 6B Sunday, January 8, 2017 �Along the River Sunday Times-Sentinel Sunday, January 8, 2017 s Section C From the Ohio River to the Panama Canal Local woman promotes maritime trade Staff Report GALLIPOLIS — Gallia native, Meagan Barnes, recently found herself in Panama, promoting local maritime trade to a global audience. Barnes joined U.S. Inland Waterways in Panama City, Panama, as one of the U.S. representatives to be present for the signing/sealing of the partnership with the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) and the Inland Rivers Ports and Terminals (IRPT). Barnes presented to the Administrator of the Panama Canal Authority on the impact of the Port of South Point and the Ohio River, its impact on the region and further impact on global shipping. She was present for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the ACP and the IRTP on Dec. 13, 2016 in Panama City. The IRPT is a nationwide trade association for users of the U.S. Inland Waterway system. The Panama Canal expansion is one of the biggest developments in maritime trade in decades and the largest project at the Canal since its original construction. When the canal first opened in 1914, it cut 8,000 miles and several weeks of transit time off the journey between the Pacific and the Atlantic. Widening the canal will once again transform the flow of trade in North America, by creating a new lane of traffic along the Canal through the construction of a new set of locks, doubling the waterway’s capacity. The Panama Canal could lead to more barge traffic along the Ohio River which expands business at The Point, a 500acre industrial park in South Point. For many, the oceans are what is in focus when an individual thinks of ports and international commerce but rivers also play a big role. “The partnership with the Panama Canal is critical to freight movements along our inland waterways, creating a vertically aligned supply chain for logistics in our region and a solution to transportation congestion. I am honored to have represented Superior Marine Ways, Inc. and our Ohio River region at the signing,” said Barnes. Barnes, who is the vice president of marketing and business development at Superior Marine Ways, Inc. and also serves as the Port of South Point manager, sees the potential for business growth and development. The Port of South Point is a public/ private partnership providing access to the Ohio River at South Point, Ohio. The Port opened in 2014 and is part of the infrastructure at the Point Industrial Park. As for the memorandum, it will allow IRPT and ACP to engage in joint marketing efforts, generate new shipping business and share data that may be helpful in forecasting future trade flows. Together, IRPT and ACP can create awareness of the benefits derived from the Canal expansion and optimize the existing inland transportation used to move commodities to and from the United States through the Canal. IRPT promotes the use of the nation’s rivers as the most cost effective, and environmentally-friendly form of transportation. This is done by keeping members informed on federal legislation and security issues affecting the river system, promoting and Photos courtesy Meagan Barnes Pictured is Meagan Barnes presenting on the impact of the Port of South Point and the Ohio River, its impact on the region and further impact on global shipping. This presentation included an audience with the Panama Canal CEO and the Inland Rivers Ports and Terminals executive director in December in Panama City, Panama. CREATING THE CANAL The Panama Canal expansion is one of the biggest developments in maritime trade in decades and the largest project at the Canal since its original construction. When the canal first opened in 1914, it cut 8,000 miles and several weeks of transit time off the journey between the Pacific and the Atlantic. Widening the canal will once again transform the flow of trade in North America, by creating a new lane of traffic along the Canal through the construction of a new set of locks, doubling the waterway’s capacity. marketing the inland waterway system, and working with port leaders to unify the inland ports, terminals, and river systems. IRPT also promotes foreign and domestic commerce using international trade routes, such as the Panama Canal. America’s inland ports are major sources of export and import generation for the economy and serve as feeder ports to coastal ports around the nation. Members contribute to the nations GDP and secure the nation’s global competitiveness. Barnes was elected a member of the Inland Rivers Ports and Terminals Board of Directors in May 2016, representing the Ohio River Basin. In Pictured is the 500th ship to lock through the new Aqua Clara Locks on the Atlantic Ocean side in Panama. addition, Barnes also serves as First Vice President for the Gallia County Chamber of Commerce, a Board member at the Point Pleasant River Museum and Learning Center, Alumni Council Chair at the University of Rio Grande and co-chair of The Hoop Project and The Restore Project. She holds a bachelors degree in Communications from the University of Rio Grande and a masters degree of Business Administrations from Ohio University. She resides in Gallipolis, with her son, Nicholas. Submitted by Inland Rivers Ports and Terminals (IRPT) and Meagan Barnes. Miranda Wood of Ohio Valley Publishing contributed to processing this article. Pictured here is the Miraflores Locks on the Pacific side of the Panama Canal. �NEWS 2C Sunday, January 8, 2017 Sunday Times-Sentinel Looking at the role of epidemiologists mandated by law to be Have you ever been reported to the local scrolling through your health departments. Facebook or Twitter These diseases are monfeed and see a news itored by the epidemiarticle about an outologists in charge of that break? How about when jurisdiction. Not only do you were watching the they monitor reportable news? I’m sure many of Meigs diseases, but they also us have, but have you Health have syndromic surveilever thought about how Matters lance tools. Syndromic these outbreaks are Mikie Strite surveillance is the moniidentified, resolved, or toring of symptoms that even prevented? Well, may be tied to a reportable that’s where an epidemiolodisease. By monitoring this, gist’s job comes into play! the epidemiologist may be able Epidemiologists are the to detect a potential outbreak professionals who monitor by simply noticing an increase reportable diseases in order in a certain type of symptom. to prevent these outbreaks Now you may be wondering that you hear about in the “How does one become an news. In Ohio, there is a list of reportable diseases that are epidemiologist?” In order to become an epidemiologist, you must get a Bachelor’s degree in a science related field. Once you finish that, it is highly recommended that you pursue a Master’s degree in Public Health or Epidemiology. If you enjoy studying diseases, are interested in sociology, and enjoy data analysis, becoming an epidemiologist may be just the job for you. You may be wondering why I mentioned sociology and data analysis if you need degrees in science and public health. When looking at diseases, you are going to need to understand why some individuals are more likely to get diseases than others. That is where sociology comes into the pic- ture. This can be something as simple as correlating the number of people getting flu shots with the number of people who get the flu, or something more complex such as the number of women who receive preventative care like mammograms and pap smears and the number of late stage breast and cervical cancers. Being able to correlate instances such as these also involve data analysis. Data analysis can also be used to identify the source of outbreaks. This can be done by comparing individuals who are ill with those who are not ill. By doing this and comparing their exposures to different items or places, a source can be established. Of course, it isn’t always quite that simple. A great example of this is with John Snow and the Cholera outbreak in 19th century London. For more information about reportable diseases in Ohio, visit ODH.Ohio.Gov and search “ABC.” For more information about epidemiology visit CDC. Gov and search “Epidemiology” For more information on John Snow, search him on the internet. Disclaimer: He is not a character in Game of Thrones. Mikie Strite is the regional epidemiologist for 10 counties including Meigs funded by the ODH Public Health Preparedness Grant. Submitted by Mikie Strite, regional epidemiologist, South Central Region. Helpful ways you can reduce your sodium intake Submitted by Mayo Clinic News Network increased risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. The Editor’s note: Kay average American eats Alberg, a Mayo Clinic Health System registered more than 3,400 mildietitian, shares her per- ligrams of sodium daily. 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Hygge: This winter’s hottest trend has its heart in the home By Kim Cook Associated Press Search the term online and nearly 10 million results roll in. It’s being touted by this winter’s shelter magazines, decor retailers and lifestyle mavens. What’s so huge? It’s hygge. Often mispronounced “higgy,” it’s actually more like “hewgah.” To understand the term’s meaning, just burrow into a big comfy pile of phrases synonymous with “well-being.” Coziness, ease, conviviality and, above all, a warm glow. According to author Meik Wiking in “The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well” (Penguin 2016), hygge originated from a Norwegian word. The Danes appropriated the term to some extent, but it’s common throughout Scandinavia, as well as a good bit of the United Kingdom. In the truest expression of hygge, the warm glow should come from a candle. “No recipe for hygge is complete without candles. When Danes are asked what they most associate with hygge, an overwhelming 85 percent mention candles,” says Wiking, who also heads Copenhagen’s Happiness Research Institute, a think tank studying societal satisfaction. And forget scented candles, he says. If you don’t have a candle, go with a low-wattage lamp, Wiking suggests. Harsh, bright lighting is anathema to the hygge vibe. There are a few other decor elements that bring hygge home. “A warm, neutral color palette is best,” says Kayleigh Tanner, a writer in Brighton, England, who hosts a blog called Hello Hygge. Think beige, “greige,” terracotta, tan, warm white, orange and copper. Textures are important for hygge, too, she says, “so I like to go for very tactile fabrics like velvet, chunky knits, silk and faux fur. 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ASK ABOUT OUR 3 YEAR PRICE GUARANTEE AND GET INCLUDED FOR A YEAR 800-697-0129 Call for more details �NEWS 4C Sunday, January 8, 2017 Sunday Times-Sentinel Peanuts in baby’s diet can prevent scary allergy Hygge From page 2C well. Comforting, food-based aromas like spices, vanilla or cocoa.” In warmer months, even outdoor spaces can be hygge-worthy, says Tanner, who has fond memories of childhood evenings watching the sunset with friends. “Lighting can completely transform a garden, so think about solar lights and outdoor lanterns,” she says. “These can be placed down paths for a magical journey through the garden, or clustered in areas in which you’ll be entertaining, to maintain an inviting cozy glow.” She suggests gathering simple flower bouquets, and displaying collections of pebbles or shells. Hygge’s appeal is firmly tied to the natural world. “In my mind, hygge is about ambience, intimacy and the right setting,” says Kirsten Maclean, a Dane now living in a hygge-rich rural seaside town in western Nova Scotia. She finds that a day spent reading with a cup of tea and a cat is as hygge-inducing as a friendly get-together. Sometimes there are candles, sometimes not. Birte Lilholt Aret, who lives in Sydney, Australia, grew up just outside Copenhagen. “As a child, I remember visiting my grandparents, who lived in a thatched roof house. We’d be woken up during lightning storms because of the fire danger, and we’d sit in the kitchen in our pajamas, with coffee and candles, while the storm lasted. Making the situation ‘hyggelig’ by being together,” she says. In a conflict-torn world, the idea of a welcoming refuge seems especially appealing. In his book, Wiking recalls the end of a hiking day with friends. “We were all tired. Half asleep, sitting around the fireplace in the cabin, wearing big (sweaters) and socks. The only sounds were the stew boiling; the sparks from the fireplace. Then one of my friends broke the silence. ‘Could this be any more hygge?’” he asked. “‘Yes,’ said one of the girls after a moment. ‘If there was a storm raging outside.’ We all nodded.” WASHINGTON (AP) — New parents, get ready to feed your babies peanut-containing foods — starting young lowers their chances of becoming allergic. The National Institutes of Health issued new guidelines Thursday saying most babies should regularly eat those foods starting around 6 months of age, some as early as 4 months. It’s a major shift in dietary advice for a country fearful of one of the most dangerous food allergies. “We’re on the cusp of hopefully being able to prevent a large number of cases of peanut allergy,” said Dr. Matthew Greenhawt of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, a member of the NIH-appointed panel that wrote the guidelines. The recommendations are based on landmark research that found early exposure is far more likely to protect babies from developing peanut allergies than to harm them. The guidelines spell out exactly how to introduce infants to age-appropriate peanut products depending on whether they’re at high, moderate or low risk of becoming allergic as they grow. Babies at high risk — because they have a severe form of the skin rash eczema or egg allergies — need a check-up before any peanut exposure, and might get their first taste in the doctor’s office. For other tots, most parents can start adding peanut-containing foods to the diet much like they already introduced oatmeal or mushed peas. No, babies don’t get whole peanuts or a big glob of peanut butter — those are choking hazards. Instead, the guidelines include options like watered-down peanut butter or easy-to-gum peanut-flavored “puff” snacks. “It’s an important step forward,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, which appointed experts to turn the research findings into user-friendly guidelines. “When you do desensitize them from an early age, you have a very positive effect.” Peanut allergy is a growing problem, affecting about 2 percent of U.S. children who must avoid the wide array of peanutcontaining foods or risk severe, even lifethreatening, reactions. For years, pediatricians advised avoiding peanuts until age 3 for children thought to be at risk. But the delay didn’t help, and that recommendation was dropped in 2008, although parent wariness of peanuts persists. “It’s old news, wrong old news, to wait,” said Dr. Scott Sicherer, who represented the American Academy of Pediatrics on the guidelines panel. The guidelines, published Thursday in several medical journals, make that clear, urging parents and doctors to proactively introduce peanut-based foods early. “Just because your uncle, aunt and sibling have an allergy, that’s even more reason to give your baby the food now,” even if they’re already older than 6 months, added Sicherer, a pediatric allergist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. In Columbus, Ohio, one doctor told Carrie Stevenson to avoid peanuts after her daughter was diagnosed with egg allergy. Then Stevenson found an allergy specialist who insisted that was the wrong advice — and offered baby Estelle a taste test of peanut butter in his office when she was 7 months old. “I was really nervous,” Stevenson recalled, unsure which doctor to believe. But “we didn’t want her to have any more allergies.” Now 18 months old, Estelle has eaten peanut butter or peanut-flavored puffs at least three times a week since then and so far seems healthy. Stevenson, pregnant again, plans early exposure for her next child, too. The guidelines recommend: š7bb�XWX_[i�i^ekbZ�jho�ej^[h�ieb_Z�\eeZi� before peanut-containing ones, to be sure they’re developmentally ready. š>_]^#h_ia�XWX_[i�i^ekbZ�^Wl[�f[Wdkj# containing foods introduced at age 4 to 6 months after a check-up to tell if they should have the first taste in the doctor’s office, or if it’s OK to try at home with a parent watching for any reactions. šCeZ[hWj[#h_ia�XWX_[i�^Wl[�c_bZ[h�[Yp[# ma, typically treated with over-the-counter creams. They should start peanut-based foods around 6 months, at home. šCeij�XWX_[i�Wh[�bem#h_ia"�WdZ�fWh[dji� can introduce peanut-based foods along with other solids, usually around 6 months. š8k_bZ_d]�jeb[hWdY[�h[gk_h[i�cWa_d]� peanut-based foods part of the regular diet, about three times a week. What’s the evidence? First, researchers noticed a tenfold higher rate of peanut allergy among Jewish children in Britain, who aren’t fed peanut products during infancy, compared to those in Israel where peanut-based foods are common starting around age 7 months. Then in 2015, an NIH-funded study of 600 babies put that theory to the test, assigning them either to avoid or regularly eat age-appropriate peanut products. By age 5, only 2 percent of peanut eaters — and 11 percent of those at highest risk — had become allergic. Among peanut avoiders, 14 percent had become allergic, and 35 percent of those at highest risk. What if an older sibling or someone else in the home already is allergic to peanuts? The new baby needs a chance at prevention so talk to your doctor about how to do so while keeping the allergic family member safe, with extra care in washing hands and keeping food separate, said Greenhawt, an allergy specialist at Children’s Hospital Colorado. Whether the dietary change really will cut U.S. peanut allergies depends on how many parents heed the new advice, and the guidelines urge doctors to follow up, even offer lower-risk tots an in-office taste, to reassure them. “We would encourage everybody to get on board with this,” Greenhawt said. LIVESTOCK REPORT Tilikum, orca that killed trainer, dies GALLIPOLIS — United Producers Inc., livestock report of sales from Jan. 4. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Tilikum the orca has died after more than two decades at SeaWorld Orlando, where he gained notoriety for killing a trainer in 2010 and was later profiled in a documentary that helped sway popular opinion against keeping killer whales in captivity. He will not be replaced. He was the first of SeaWorld’s orcas to die since the company announced the end of its orca breeding program in March 2016. In a statement announcing Tilikum’s death early Friday, SeaWorld officials said he had serious health issues including a persistent and complicated bacterial lung infection. Tilikum was estimated to be 36 years old. A necropsy will determine the cause of death. The 2010 death of SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau Feeder Cattle 275-415 pounds, Steers, $115-$140, Heifers, $95-$125; 425-525 pounds, Steers, $105$140, Heifers, $90-$120; 550-625 pounds, Steers, $90-$125, Heifers, $85$115; 650-725 pounds, Steers, $90-$128, Heifers, $75-$110; 750-850 pounds, Steers, $90$115, Heifers, $70-$100. 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Brancheau was interacting with Tilikum before a live audience at SeaWorld Orlando when he pulled her from a platform by her arm and held her underwater. An autopsy report said Brancheau drowned but also suffered severe trauma, including multiple fractures. Former SeaWorld orca trainer John Hargrove said Tilikum’s death offered some closure in the violent death of his friend and colleague. But he said Tilikum also finally found relief. “Tilikum has been sick, very sick, for so long, and after everything he’s had to endure, this is to me like he’s free,” said Hargrove, who left SeaWorld in 2012 and was featured in the documentary “Blackfish.” “He lived a tortured existence in captivity. I think all the whales do, but if you had to pinpoint one of them, hands down I would say Tilikum.” Animal rights advocates who want orcas and other marine mammals at SeaWorld parks released into sea pens or coastal sanctuaries said Tilikum was snared in a business model that led only to tragedy. Lisa Lange, senior vice president for the group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, urged SeaWorld to release its remaining orcas and marine mammals to “spend the rest of their lives in as natural a setting as possible.” SeaWorld supporters found something worthwhile in Tilikum’s time at the park. “His story is a complicated one, but I also think he represented his species well,” said Grey Stafford, president of the International Marine Trainers’ Association. He’s also a former SeaWorld employee, though he never worked with Tilikum. “In retrospect, there are a lot positives to say.” SeaWorld President and CEO Joel Manby said, “Tilikum had, and will continue to have, a special place in the hearts of the SeaWorld family, as well as the millions of people all over the world that he inspired.” According to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration figures , male killer whales in the wild typically live about 30 years and females typically live about 50 years. Institutions displaying marine mammals and their critics disagree over whether orcas’ life expectancy in captivity differs from their life span in the wild. Tilikum had been SeaWorld’s most prolific male orca, siring 14 calves since his arrival at the park about 25 years ago. He was noticeable for his size at more than 22 feet and 11,800 pounds. He was born off the waters of Iceland and brought to Sealand of the Pacific in Canada after being captured. While at Sealand in 1991, Tilikum and two female orcas were responsible for the death of a part-time trainer who fell into their pool and was submerged by them. Tilikum was moved to SeaWorld Orlando in 1992, and Sealand later closed. 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