Good morning, Gallia County. March 21 brought an unexpected power outage at Buckeye Hills Career Center, sending students home just after morning bell and staff scrambling to coordinate safe departures without their usual robocall system. The lights may have gone out temporarily at one educational institution, but they're shining brighter than ever at the University of Rio Grande, where Thursday marked the grand opening of an impressive $800,000 fitness facility spanning 10,000 square feet—perfect timing as the school prepares to welcome over 100 football players this fall, reviving a program dormant for 74 years.
While Rio Grande athletes will soon be building strength in their new facility, local sports stars are already flexing their muscles on the field. Wahama's Blake Henry has earned Player of the Week honors after an outstanding three-hit performance in the baseball season opener against Buffalo, driving in three runs and crossing home plate twice himself. The impressive showing puts Henry in the spotlight as spring sports season kicks into high gear across the county.
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🔌 Power outage forces Buckeye Hills Career Center to dismiss early. Students at the Ohio career center were sent home at 8:34 a.m. on March 21 when electricity failed at the school and surrounding area. Bus riders were returned to their home schools, while students needing pickup waited in the cafeteria for parents to arrive. The power outage prevented the school from making its usual robocall notification to families. Staff members were dismissed after students had safely departed.
💪 University of Rio Grande unveils massive new fitness center for expanding athletics. The $800,000, 10,000-square-foot facility opened Thursday to hundreds of excited students as the university continues growing its sports programs. President Ryan Smith highlighted how the center supports the school's athletic expansion, including the return of football after a 74-year absence and the addition of a marching band. The new gym features over 7,500 square feet of exercise space with state-of-the-art equipment, allowing entire teams to train simultaneously instead of in shifts. With football commitments exceeding 100 players for fall, Rio Grande's athletic program has doubled to 600 student-athletes and continues to grow.
⚾ Blake Henry dominates with three hits in Wahama's season opener. The local athlete was named Player of the Week by the River Cities Tribune after driving in three RBI and scoring two runs in a victory against Buffalo. Henry's stellar performance stood out among other notable athletes including teammate Brayden Staats, who contributed three runs in the same game. Point Pleasant's Brynn Roush was also recognized for batting in two runners during a softball matchup against Lincoln County, though her team ultimately fell short.
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