Something's in the water — and you'll want to check before turning on the tap 🚰
Good morning, Ross County. Saturday is shaping up to be a genuinely good morning — the Ross County Health District is hosting a Free Store event at its Public Health Nursing lobby in Chillicothe from 8 to 11 AM, handing out wellness kits and essential items to anyone who shows up. No strings, no catch. Meanwhile, the Water Company has active alerts worth checking before you make any big household plans today, and that La Crosse virus mosquito detection in Colerain Township is a nudge to grab the bug spray and empty anything holding standing water.
On the global front, oil prices jumped 6% as Middle East tensions shook markets, and a Chinese supercomputer just knocked the U.S. off its tech throne. Fresh local real estate listings are also waiting inside.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Ross County Water Company alerts residents to service updates
💧 The Ross County Water Company posted active alerts for customers, signaling a real-time utility issue affecting local residents. These notices matter because they can affect everything from water service to everyday household plans. Read more
La Crosse virus found in Ross County mosquitoes, but no human cases reported
🦟 Public health officials say a mosquito pool in Colerain Township tested positive for La Crosse virus, which is a reminder that bug season is still very much here. The good news: no human cases have been reported in Ross County, and residents are being urged to cut down on standing water and protect themselves from bites. Read more
Ross County Health District to Host Free Store and Wellness Kit Giveaway This Saturday
🏥 Ross County is giving away free goods this Saturday morning! The Ross County Health District is hosting a Free Store event at its Public Health Nursing lobby in Chillicothe, Ohio, on August 1st from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The event is completely free and open to all community members, offering families access to wellness kits and other essential items. No cost, no catch — just a local health district stepping up to support its neighbors. Read more
Nestled in Ross County, this rare 127-acre multi-use farm offers a charming ranch home, tillable creek bottom land, and incredible potential for farming, hunting, or investment — truly a one-of-a-kind rural gem! 🌾
3 bed · 1 bath · Remodeled kitchen · Screened porch · Metal roof
This lovingly updated Frankfort gem in the Adena School District features a remodeled kitchen, screened porch, and a spacious lot — move-in ready and full of small-town charm! 🏡
3 bed · 2 bath · New metal roof · Detached garage · 2-acre lot
Nestled on 2 peaceful acres in Frankfort, this charming country ranch offers a spacious layout, updated finishes, a detached garage, and a beautiful backyard — with the option to expand to 74 acres!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Reuters reported that weekly jobless claims fell, keeping the labor market in its familiar slow-hire, slow-fire groove despite June’s weak hiring.
CBS News said oil prices jumped 6% and stocks slipped as renewed Middle East conflict rattled crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
New York Times covered Florida’s execution of two men within hours, another grim reminder that death-penalty headlines still love a dramatic double feature.
Reuters noted Trump’s plan for an extra 100% tariff on Chinese imports next month, turning the trade war dial from tense to thunderous.
ABC News highlighted a former judge avoiding prison for obstruction, while other national stories ranged from a toddler death error to Emmy surprises.
U.S. News & World Report said a Chinese supercomputer now tops the global list, nudging the U.S. out of a tech bragging right it held since 2017.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud."
— 1 Corinthians 13:4
This beautiful verse reminds us to approach life and relationships with kindness, humility, and patience, just as God loves us. By embracing these qualities, we can build stronger, more loving connections with those around us.
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