Good morning, Gallia County. Move over, Disney princesses - the Jackson County Fair is launching its own royal court search, and the competition promises more excitement than the latest season of The Crown. With roles ranging from fair queen to little mister, this casting call is giving local youth their shot at agricultural aristocracy, complete with morning interviews and evening pageantry at the ParksEdge Event Center.
Meanwhile, Gallia Academy's Blue Angels are writing their own Cinderella story on the hardwood. Their commanding 66-44 victory over Washington wasn't just a win - it was a basketball masterclass, featuring Kenya Peck's 15-point performance and a rain of three-pointers that would make Stephen Curry proud. As they advance to face Fairfield Union, these court queens are proving they don't need crowns to rule the game.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
👑 Jackson County Fair seeks young royalty for 2025 court positions. Applications are now open for multiple royal roles including queen, grade attendants, and little miss/mister positions through the county's OSU Extension Office website. Interested candidates must submit their applications by April 10 at 4:30 p.m., with no deadline extensions permitted. The selection process will take place on May 10 at ParksEdge Event Center, featuring morning interviews and evening contests. Applicants seeking guidance can contact Fair Queen Director Angie Eisnaugle directly for assistance.
🏀 Gallia Academy crushes Washington 66-44 in district playoff showdown. The Blue Angels overcame a tight first quarter battle before taking control with a dominant second-quarter performance that included a 15-3 run. Kenya Peck led all Gallia scorers with 15 points, while Maggi Wall's 16 points for Washington weren't enough to keep pace. Strong offensive rebounding and seven three-pointers helped the Blue Angels maintain their lead throughout the second half. Gallia Academy advances to face Fairfield Union in Saturday's district quarterfinals.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
Western Indians found their groove in a 70-55 victory over South Gallia, proving that on the basketball court, sometimes it's better to be the host than the guest. The win moves Western to 12-7 on the season, while the Rebels drop to 4-15, searching for answers faster than a student during a pop quiz.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 South Gallia (4-15) | ||
@ Western | L 70-55 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
In a nail-biter that came down to the final possession, Jonathan Alder squeaked past River Valley 44-42, proving that sometimes two points are all you need for a W. Meanwhile, Gallia Academy left no doubt in their 66-44 thumping of Washington, setting up an intriguing David vs. Goliath matchup with undefeated Fairfield Union (22-0) this weekend.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 River Valley (8-15) | ||
vs Jonathan Alder** | L 44-42 | |
 Gallia Academy (12-11) | ||
vs Washington** | W 66-44 |
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🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
-Joshua 1:9
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