Good morning, Meigs County. Mark your calendars now: the Meigs County Fair is officially set for August 17-22 at the Pomeroy fairgrounds, giving you plenty of summer to look forward to. Between the livestock competitions, 4-H exhibits, and food vendors, it's the kind of tradition that reminds you why southeastern Ohio is worth calling home. And if you're itching for something sooner, an ⚔️ Civil War memorial event at Buffington Island is just around the corner on July 18.
Beyond the county lines, there's plenty worth knowing — a shooting at Coney Island rattled an otherwise festive Fourth of July weekend, Microsoft is reportedly eyeing another round of layoffs, and Tesla's latest sales numbers are turning some heads. Fresh local real estate listings are also waiting inside. Let's get into it.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
The Meigs County Fair
🌾 Meigs County Fair returns, celebrating Ohio's agricultural roots. The beloved southeastern Ohio tradition brings together families, farmers, and 4-H and FFA youth for a week of livestock competitions, exhibits, and entertainment. Food vendors, live performances, and family-friendly attractions create a festive atmosphere that draws visitors from across the region each summer. Fair officials have announced the 2026 event will run August 17-22 at the Meigs County Fairgrounds in Pomeroy, giving community members plenty of time to mark their calendars. Read more
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Step back in time at Buffington Island Battlefield Memorial Park on July 18, honoring Ohio's largest Civil War battle! Join the annual memorial service commemorating General Morgan's 1863 cavalry clash at 56797 OH-124 in Portland.
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Trump Accounts launched Saturday as the federal government removes restrictions on its cradle-to-adulthood investment vehicle for children, marking a new milestone.
Mallory McMorrow suspended her Senate campaign in Michigan Sunday, turning a three-way primary race in a key battleground state into a head-to-head showdown.
Coney Island Shooting injured eight people, including four children, late on the Independence Day holiday in New York City, leaving one female in critical condition.
Trump Memecoin caused nearly $3.8 billion in losses for nearly a million investors, with most retail traders losing money while sophisticated traders did better.
Microsoft reportedly preparing another round of layoffs affecting thousands in sales, consulting, and Xbox as it continues investing heavily in artificial intelligence.
Tesla saw car sales jump last quarter, possibly signaling the worst of the Musk backlash, boycotts, and lost market share to rivals is behind it.
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"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you."
— 1 Peter 5:7
This reminder encourages us to trust God with our worries, knowing He has our best interests at heart. By casting our anxiety on Him, we can find peace and comfort in His loving care.
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