Tonight's packed — but Wednesday's secret is worth the wait 🏛️
Good morning, Ross County. History is literally coming to life next Wednesday — the Ross County Heritage Center is throwing open its doors for a free "Evening at the Museum," and if that doesn't sound like the most charming summer night imaginable, we don't know what does. Kids get scavenger hunts, historical characters, and Junior Historical Society members even score a souvenir pin. Meanwhile, nationally, gas prices are creeping back toward $4 a gallon, a major lettuce recall has expanded to 27 states, and new tariffs are rattling trade relationships on multiple fronts.
Closer to home, tonight is stacked — the Chillicothe Paints face off against the Mill Rats, trivia goes full Dino-mite, and the Monthly Writers Group convenes for those who prefer words over dinosaurs. Fresh local listings are waiting inside too.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Ross County museum event brings Ohio history to life for kids
🏛️ Ohio history comes alive for kids — and it's totally free! The Ross County Heritage Center is hosting "Evening at the Museum" on July 23, from 5 to 7 p.m., offering families a fun, interactive dive into local history. Kids can meet historical characters, explore exhibits, and tackle a museum-wide scavenger hunt. Junior Historical Society members get a bonus souvenir pin and snack. Families can reserve spots by calling 740-772-1936 or visiting the Ross County Historical Society website. Read more
Ross County student among Ohio Connections grads
🎓 A Ross County student joins 480 Ohio Connections Academy graduates. Lake Shaw is among the Class of 2026 graduates of the online school. Graduates are pursuing a range of next steps, including college, careers, and vocational training. Read more
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Calling all wordsmiths! Join the monthly Writers Group at the Northside Branch Library on July 21 to connect with fellow storytellers, sharpen your craft, and share your work in a warm, supportive community.
Batter up, baseball fans! Catch the Johnstown Mill Rats take on the Chillicothe Paints on July 21 at VA Memorial Stadium — grab your tickets now for a thrilling night of hometown hardball!
Calling all dino enthusiasts! Head to Chillicothe's Northside Branch Library on July 21 and put your prehistoric knowledge to the test at this roar-some trivia night celebrating all things dinosaurs!
Step back in time this July 21st at Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre for Family Night featuring Tecumseh! Kids tickets are just $15, with games, crafts, and a petting zoo starting at 5pm before the epic frontier spectacle begins!
Book lovers, mark your calendars for July 21! Join author Wes Molebash at Chillicothe's Northside Branch Library (550 Buckeye St) to celebrate his third Travis Daventhorpe book with refreshments, a signing, and Q&A!
Batter up, Chillicothe! Catch the Johnstown Mill Rats take on the hometown Paints at VA Memorial Stadium on July 22nd for a fun-filled night of Prospect League baseball action!
Calling all creative spirits 55 and up! Join Teaching Artist Jessica at Chillicothe's Northside Branch Library on July 23 for the Creative Aging Art Show—no experience needed, just enthusiasm!
Rev up your summer at VA Memorial Stadium on July 24th as the Champion City Half Trax roar into Chillicothe for an action-packed night with the Paints! Grab your tickets now!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Donald Trump slapped 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, reigniting a trade war with a key ally over autos and dairy.
Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary lettuce recall to 27 states after linking its Central Mexico iceberg products to a cyclospora outbreak.
US And Iran launched new attacks that sent gas prices soaring back to an average of $4 a gallon across the nation.
MAGA Inc piled up more than $400 million in campaign funds, giving Trump’s allies a massive war chest for upcoming midterm elections.
U.S. Grid Operator warned it could order rolling blackouts tonight as record electricity demand pushes the central states’ power system to a breaking point.
Anthropic settled a class-action lawsuit by authors for $1.5 billion, agreeing they misused books to train its AI chatbot Claude.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
— 1 Peter 5:7
This verse reminds us that we're not alone in our worries, and that God is always ready to listen and help us through tough times. By casting our anxieties on Him, we can find peace and trust in His loving care.
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