Dino candy sushi?! Plus flowers, bilingual worms & live music 🌸
Good morning, Ross County. Oil jumped 4% overnight as U.S. military strikes near the Strait of Hormuz rattled markets — which means farmers already squeezed by a 1.5 million-home building deficit are now staring down even steeper energy bills. Meanwhile, Apple is suing OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft, AT&T just agreed to pay $184 million to shortchanged employees, and Meta quietly pulled an AI image feature just days after launch. Big week in the tech and finance world.
Closer to home, the weekend has a much gentler vibe — Wiggle Worms Bilingual Storytime and a Beginner Flower Pressing Workshop are on deck for Sunday, with Steve & Jordan bringing live music Tuesday night. Fresh local listings are also waiting inside if you're in a browsing mood.
Tucked away on 3.3 serene acres in Kingston, this charming 3-bed retreat blends rustic warmth with modern updates, featuring a wood-burning fireplace, spacious loft, and barns perfect for hobbies or animals!
3 bed · 3 bath · 6 acres w/ pool, pole barn & renovated interior
Nestled on 6 peaceful acres near Hocking Hills, this beautifully renovated Kingston retreat offers modern country living with granite finishes, a pool, pole barn, and endless room to roam!
Calling all DIY dreamers! This charming 1901 farmhouse on 2 peaceful Frankfort acres comes with a fantastic barn/garage and endless potential to make it truly your own! 🏡🔨
Little ones wiggle, giggle, and learn at Northside Branch Library on July 13! Join this bilingual English-Spanish storytime featuring music, movement, and short stories — a fun half-hour celebration of language and community.
Preserve nature's beauty forever at the Chillicothe Library Northside Branch on July 13! Learn the art of flower pressing and walk away with your own stunning pressed flower creation to treasure for years.
Catch the indie alternative sounds of Steve "Stache" & Jordan Hensley live at CRCPL's Northside Branch (550 Buckeye St) on July 15! This free summer music series brings original, engaging performances straight to your community.
Lace up your hiking boots and discover one of Ohio's hidden natural gems! Join the Explore More series at Herron-Downs Fen Nature Preserve on July 16th at 4:30 PM, located at 6397 OH-159 in Chillicothe.
Teen podcasters, your moment has arrived! Head to the Chillicothe and Ross County Public Library Northside Branch on July 16 to learn everything you need to launch your very own podcast. Free and fun awaits!
Unlock your inner artist at the Chillicothe Library's Northside Branch! The Creative Aging series welcomes adults 55+ to explore art with Teaching Artist Jessica — no experience needed. Classes begin July 16; commit to all six sessions!
Calling all behavioral health providers — sharpen your skills in supporting veterans and military clients at this free in-person CE training at Ohio University Chillicothe on July 16!
Calling all dino lovers and sweet-tooth adventurers! Head to Chillicothe's Northside Branch Library on July 16 to craft adorable candy sushi reimagined as your favorite prehistoric creatures — a roaringly delicious, creative treat!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Apple sued OpenAI and two former employees, alleging they stole trade secrets to boost the AI company's consumer hardware ambitions.
U.S. President Trump refused to sign the bipartisan housing bill, letting it become law anyway while the largest housing package in years moves forward without his approval.
U.S. Military launched additional strikes on Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil to jump 4% and stock futures to slip amid renewed war fears.
Farmers face heightened pressure from soaring energy costs driven by the Iran war, compounding struggles as they grapple with a 1.5 million-home building deficit.
Meta discontinued its AI image feature days after launch, joining a wave of tech tweaks as companies recalibrate public-facing artificial intelligence tools.
AT&T agreed to pay $184.1 million to settle a lawsuit accusing the telecom giant of shortchanging about 300,000 employees on pension payments.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
— Philippians 4:6
This verse reminds us to let go of anxiety and instead, bring our concerns to God in prayer, trusting that He will guide and support us through life's challenges. By doing so, we can experience peace and comfort, even in the midst of uncertainty.
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