Good morning, Gallia County. March is roaring in like a lion with adrenaline-pumping adventures across our river communities. From Point Pleasant's "Mothman's Revenge" off-road challenge to Gallipolis' daring dances at the Ariel Opera House, our region is shaking off winter's chill with a calendar packed with opportunities to get out and explore. It seems the cabin fever is officially breaking – quite literally in Pomeroy's case, with their aptly named festival on March 8.
While adults are planning their spring adventures, ten-year-old Remington Biggs is already making his mark in the digital world. This Gallipolis gaming prodigy has turned his passion for mathematics into an award-winning monster-battling game that's earning national recognition. Meanwhile, in Bidwell, God's Hands at Work is proving that even disasters can lead to new beginnings, expanding their five-county outreach from a larger facility after water damage forced them to relocate.
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0%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🚗 River Cities kick off March with off-roading adventures and cultural events. Point Pleasant will host the "24 Hours of Appalachia" series nicknamed "Mothman's Revenge" on March 7-8, along with an "Off Road on Main Street" festival featuring vendors and an obstacle course. Across the river, Gallipolis' Ariel Opera House presents "Daring Dances" on March 15, while the Bossard Memorial Library offers trivia night and storytimes. Pomeroy joins the festivities with its 2025 Cabin Fever Festival on March 8, featuring music, arts, and unique shopping experiences.
🎮 Ten-year-old Ohio gamer creates math-monster mashup that's winning awards. Remington Biggs, a virtual school student from Gallipolis, has become a finalist in the Stride K12 Game On Competition with his educational game "Math Monsters." Inspired by Pokémon, players add numbers on monster balls to outpace opponents and earn power-ups. Beyond gaming, Remington runs a YouTube channel and has thrived academically since switching to Ohio Virtual Academy, where he enjoys focused learning and better teacher communication. His dream is to eventually develop "Math Monsters" into a fully playable game.
🙏 Faith-based charity finds new home after disaster strikes. God's Hands at Work has relocated to a larger facility in Bidwell, Ohio following water damage at their previous location. The organization serves residents in five counties across Ohio and West Virginia, providing vital assistance to fire victims, domestic violence survivors, the homeless, and those facing job loss. Operating solely through community donations and fundraisers, they distribute weekly food boxes and run programs like the Princess Prom Gown initiative. Their most needed donations include hygiene items, furniture, food, and monetary support.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
River Valley showed no mercy in Delaware Sunday, crushing Buckeye Valley 50-30 in a lopsided non-league affair. The Vikings improved to an impressive 23-2 record, leaving the Barons to lick their wounds at 15-10. River Valley now sets their sights on Unioto's 23-3 Shermans in what promises to be a heavyweight showdown between two powerhouse programs.
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vs Buckeye Valley** | W 50-30 |
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