Good morning, Gallia County. Spring is bringing more than just flowers to Point Pleasant, as the City Council plants seeds for the future with their newly approved budget and public safety investments. The decision to refurbish rather than demolish the condemned Main Street property shows a commitment to preservation, while upcoming community events from Easter parades to citywide yard sales promise to bring neighbors together as warmer days arrive.
Meanwhile, young talent continues to flourish across our region. From the impressive Mason County students earning recognition in prestigious music programs to ambitious entrepreneurs at Rio Grande competing for $4,000 in the "Storm Tank" pitch competition, the next generation is making its mark. The potential development project behind Point Pleasant Jr./Sr. High School could transform unused land into valuable school grounds—just one more sign that Southeastern Ohio is building momentum as manufacturing growth promises population increases in the months ahead.
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81%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏛️ Point Pleasant City Council tackles budget, public safety, and city events. Council members approved the 2025-26 budget after receiving state auditor approval and authorized $31,927 for four new police Tasers. Two proclamations were accepted: one supporting military children with "Purple-Up Day" and another recognizing April as Fair Housing Month. The condemned property at 1012 Main Street will be refurbished rather than demolished, with owners committing $100,000 to improvements. Upcoming community events include an Easter Parade on April 12 and a citywide yard sale May 2-3 with waived fees.
🎓 Mason County Board honors student musicians while weighing major development proposal. The board recognized numerous students for their achievements in All-State Choir, All-State Band, Marshall Honor Band, and Region II Honor Band programs. Development Authority representatives proposed converting a hill behind Point Pleasant Jr./Sr. High School into fill material for a project in Henderson, promising to create usable school grounds at no cost. Officials noted that new manufacturing jobs from Nucor and Fidelis are expected to increase the county's population significantly. The board also approved the purchase of a $49,164 greenhouse for the Career Center, funded by grants to support the Farm to School Initiative.
💼 Students compete for $4,000 in entrepreneurial pitch competition at Rio Grande. The University of Rio Grande's Center for Entrepreneurship held its second annual "Storm Tank" event where eight students presented business ideas to local judges. Mason Coffman won first place and $2,000 for Excel Athletix, while Ryley Harrison and Bailey Wray tied for second place, each receiving $750. The competition, made possible through the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship's program, showcased diverse business concepts ranging from athletic training to healthcare solutions. Center Director Cole Massie emphasized that entrepreneurship is "alive and well in Southeastern Ohio" with resources available to both students and community members.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
In a nail-biter that had fans clutching their rally caps, Warren Warriors squeezed past Gallia Academy 6-5 in Tuesday's non-league showdown. The Warriors improved to 3-1 with the victory, while the Blue Devils remained winless at 0-4 on the season. Warren's diamond crew will look to keep their momentum rolling when they host the Fort Frye Cadets tomorrow in what promises to be an Ohio Valley Athletic AAA barnburner.
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Gallia Academy (0-4) | ||
@ Warren | L 6-5 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
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South Gallia (0-3) | ||
vs Chesapeake | L 18-7 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Rural fixer-upper with income potential: For just $60,000, this rural 3-bedroom manufactured home on 1.5 acres offers immediate rental income at $600/month, but needs TLC and requires cash buyers due to condition issues that may not qualify for traditional financing.
Affordable Cape upgrades included: This charming Cape Cod home is listed at $259,900 featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on a 1-acre lot with a detached garage, half bath, and the seller is installing a new metal roof before closing.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
-Colossians 3:17
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