Good morning, Meigs County. The fairgrounds in Pomeroy are about to get loud — rodeo thrills, demolition derby chaos, harness racing, tractor pulls, and live music are all on deck when the Meigs County Fair runs August 17-22. If you've been saving your appetite for funnel cake and your voice for the grandstand, your moment has arrived.
While you're mapping out your fair schedule, the national picture is worth a glance — retail sales dipped in July, Treasury yields are nudging lower, and devastating floods in Indiana have shattered a 110-year water level record, a sobering reminder of what relentless rain can do. Fresh local real estate listings are also waiting inside whenever you're ready to see what's moving around the county.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
Meigs County Fair to feature week of rodeo, racing, music ...
🎡 The Meigs County Fair is kicking off a full week of action in Pomeroy, with rodeo thrills, demolition derby excitement, harness racing, tractor pulls, live music, and plenty of family fun. It runs Aug. 17-22 at the fairgrounds, so there’s a lot to pack into one busy county tradition. Read more
New steel roof · New HVAC system · Bonus 1940 house on property
This charming Middleport ranch has been lovingly updated top to bottom — plus a bonus 1940s cottage on the lot with endless possibilities, all in a friendly neighborhood where neighbors still wave hello!
Tucked in the heart of Middleport just blocks from the scenic Ohio River, this charming 1915 two-story home welcomes you with a classic front porch swing and loads of small-town character!
1.38 acre lot · Electric available · Along Leading Creek
Tucked along the serene banks of Leading Creek, this 1.38-acre gem on Shady Cove Rd. offers a peaceful retreat with electric hookups already in place — perfect for your next camping adventure!
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
U.S. retail sales slipped 0.6% in July, suggesting shoppers are taking a breather just as retailers brace for a big earnings test.
FSG / Liverpool FC agreed to sell a minority stake to a Bezos-linked investor group, adding another twist to soccer’s increasingly fancy moneyball era.
Empire State manufacturing index is on deck this morning, giving investors an early read on whether New York factories are feeling chipper or cranky.
Homebuilder sentiment also lands today, and it’ll show whether high rates are still making would-be buyers stomp their feet and walk away.
U.S. Treasury yields edged lower to start the week, as markets kept one eye on inflation and the other on the Fed’s next move.
Indiana floods kept worsening as deaths climbed, with White River water levels smashing a 110-year-old record after days of brutal rain.
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"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 bring all our worries and concerns to God in prayer, trusting that He will provide peace and guidance. By doing so, we can experience freedom from anxiety and live with a heart full of gratitude.
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