Swords, stars & river floats — your summer just got wild 🌊
Good morning, Meigs County. Good news for your wallet: inflation just posted its biggest monthly drop since 2020, with prices rising only 3.5% annually in June. JPMorgan Chase celebrated by hauling in record profits — must be nice. On the policy front, a new federally-backed savings program for kids officially launched on July 4th, New York became the first state to pump the brakes on AI data centers over environmental concerns, and a Supreme Court ruling sent shockwaves through the ongoing tariff debate.
Hollywood's also in the mix, with the Writers Guild taking aim at a massive $110 billion media merger that could reshape the industry. Closer to home, the ⚔️ Civil War Battle Memorial Dedication on July 18 is almost here, the 🌟 Starwood Festival kicks off July 15, and fresh real estate listings are waiting inside.
Nestled on a quiet dead-end street in Pomeroy, this charming 1900-built, 3-story beauty boasts stunning hardwood floors, intricate woodwork, and a spacious lot perfect for gardening — a true fixer-upper gem waiting to shine!
5 bed · 4 bath · Above-ground pool & separate 1BD/1BA apartment
This classic 1920 Pomeroy charmer sits on 1.4 acres with covered porches, a pool, and a bonus apartment — perfect for those who love space, flexibility, and small-town living!
Tucked between Athens and Pomeroy on 33 wooded acres, this charming country retreat offers free gas, modern appliances, a trail system, and room to roam — perfect as a homestead, deer camp, or rental!
Magic fills the air at Starwood Festival 2026 at Wisteria Campground in Pomeroy, OH, starting July 15! Catch live midnight performances by S.J. and the duo Ginger & Lynda at the Green Man Tavern all weekend long.
Magic fills the air at Wisteria Campground July 15 for Starwood Festival 2026! Catch S.J. performing at midnight Thursday and Ginger & Lynda taking the Green Man Tavern stage Friday night in Pomeroy, OH.
Step back in time at Buffington Island Battlefield Memorial Park on July 18 as Ohio honors the state's largest Civil War battle with a moving memorial service and historic marker dedication at 56797 OH-124, Portland!
Grab your glow gear and hit the water! Join Adventure Ohio on July 24 for a magical sunset paddle down the Ohio River that lights up the evening in the most unforgettable way.
Grab your tubes and soak up the summer sun at Adventure Ohio in Racine! Join the Ohio River Tube Float on July 25 for a laid-back, leisurely float down the beautiful Ohio River.
Grab your paddle and glow gear for a magical evening on the Ohio River! Join Adventure Ohio on July 25 for a stunning sunset cruise that lights up the night. 🌅
🌎 What Else Is Brewing
Trump Administration launched new federal "Trump Accounts" savings and investment vehicles for children that officially went live this past July 4.
New York State became the first US state to halt construction of large new AI data centers for a year amid environmental concerns.
Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump violated federal law when he unilaterally imposed sweeping tariffs across the globe without congressional approval.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery faced a lawsuit from the Writers Guild of America aiming to block the $110 billion acquisition, citing threats to writers' livelihoods.
Consumer Price Index fell to a 3.5 percent annual increase in June, marking prices' biggest drop from a month earlier since 2020.
JPMorgan Chase reported a record second-quarter profit as a wave of big-ticket IPOs and dealmaking drove investment banking fees to their highest levels since 2021.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
"I can do all this through him who gives me strength."
— Philippians 4:13
This verse reminds us that with God by our side, we can overcome any challenge and achieve great things, and it's a powerful motivator to trust in His strength rather than our own. By leaning on God's strength, we can confidently face each new day and tackle its opportunities and obstacles.
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