Good morning, Gallia County. A disturbing breach of trust has rocked our community as a local cell phone repairman received a nearly 50-year prison sentence for secretly downloading customers' private photos. Calvin Jordan's conviction on 40 criminal counts serves as a stark reminder about digital privacy and the importance of vigilance with our personal devices in an increasingly connected world.
On brighter fields, Meigs baseball dominated Gallia Academy 6-1 in Monday's River Cities showdown, while local softball teams posted impressive performances across the region. Looking ahead to next season, Gallia Academy's track and field program is building for the future with an impressive 56-athlete roster for 2025. The team's blend of experience and fresh talent promises exciting competition across 13 scheduled meets beginning April 1—giving sports fans plenty to anticipate as winter eventually gives way to spring.
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📱 Cell phone repairman secretly downloaded customers' nude photos. Calvin Jordan of Gallipolis, Ohio, was sentenced to 49-51 years in prison for stealing private images from customers' phones at Direct Computing Solutions. Investigators found he downloaded photos without consent from over 40 customers, including minors aged 14-17, between December 2021 and April 2022. Jordan pleaded guilty to 40 counts including pandering sexually oriented matter involving minors and unauthorized use of computer property. He will be required to register as a Tier II sex offender.
⚾ Meigs baseball dominates Gallia Academy with midgame scoring surge. The Marauders secured a 6-1 victory in Monday's River Cities matchup, scoring five runs before the Blue Devils could respond. In other local action, Meigs softball crushed Rock Hill 15-3 in five innings, with Bella Roush leading the charge with 4 runs and 4 hits. Gallia Academy softball impressed with a 12-3 road win against Southeastern, while Hannan baseball suffered a heartbreaking 7-6 walk-off loss to Teays Valley Christian.
🏃♀️ Gallia Academy unveils 2025 track and field roster with 56 athletes. The Blue Devils and Angels team features a mix of experience with 7 seniors, 13 juniors, 18 sophomores, and 18 freshmen ready to compete. Head coaches Todd May and Nicholas Sheets will lead the squad through a packed season beginning April 1 at Coal Grove. The team's schedule includes 13 meets spanning April and May, with competitions against local rivals and a home meet on April 30. Athletes will showcase their talents across various track and field events throughout the River Cities region.
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Have I not commanded you? 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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