🎖️ Memorial weekend splash

Good morning, Gallia County. As Memorial Day weekend approaches, the river cities are preparing to honor fallen heroes with a full slate of events. From Point Pleasant's Saturday parade to Pomeroy's 40th Annual Memorial Run and Gallipolis's Monday morning pancake breakfast followed by downtown commemorations, our communities continue the vital tradition of remembrance while offering opportunities for families to gather.

Summer fun returns in a big splash with the Gallipolis Municipal Pool reopening Saturday after a year-long closure due to filtration issues. The timing couldn't be better as the Gallipolis School Board moves forward with positive changes, approving key staffing positions and valuable educational partnerships with local institutions. These developments, alongside plans for enhanced recreation facilities at Haskins Park, signal a community investing in both its educational foundations and quality of life.

🌤 Sky Skoop

Gallipolis

45°

62°

Rio Grande

45°

61°

Vinton

44°

61°

Cheshire

44°

62°

Crown City

46°

62°

☕️ What's Brewing Locally

🏫 Gallipolis School Board approves key staffing changes and educational partnerships. The board accepted resignations from several staff members while approving contract renewals for multiple administrators including principals at Washington and Green Elementary schools. New employment was authorized for six certified educators and two school psychologists, alongside several coaching positions. The board also approved important educational agreements with Gallia-Jackson-Vinton Vocational School District and Rio Grande Community College to enhance student opportunities. Additional approvals included therapy services contracts, a $42,600 renewal for IXL Learning, and an exciting band and vocal music field trip to Graceland and New Orleans.

🇺🇸 River cities honor fallen heroes with Memorial Day weekend events. Point Pleasant's parade kicks off Saturday at 1 p.m., followed by a memorial ceremony downtown. In Pomeroy, the 40th Annual Meigs Memorial Run will feature local bikers and live music from May 23-25, while their downtown commemoration begins Monday with a 10 a.m. flag service. Gallipolis will host a free pancake breakfast Monday morning, followed by a 10 a.m. parade and service at City Park. Local fire departments in Middleport and Racine will hold chicken barbecues over the weekend.

🏊 Gallipolis Municipal Pool reopens after year-long closure. The Ohio pool, which had been shut down since June 2023 due to filtration issues, will welcome swimmers again starting Saturday following extensive repairs. City officials hired Buckeye Aquatics to design and install a new filtration system, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining this community resource while many nearby towns abandon their public pools. The reopening coincides with planned enhancements including a splash-pad and pickleball courts, part of a larger vision to transform Haskins Park into a complete recreation center for families. Daily admission ranges from $2-5 with various passes available and programming that includes swimming lessons and water aerobics.

Riverfront paradise with horse barn: This $274,000 riverfront retreat offers nearly 8 acres of country living with a renovated home, red barn with horse stalls, chicken coops, and a separate building for guests, all with stunning river views.

Vast woodland retreat near highway: For $375,000, this 83-acre wooded property near Rio Grande, OH offers nature lovers a pristine setting with stream, wildlife, road frontage, and utility access just 2 miles from US RT 35.

Rustic Amish retreat needs electricity: This $350,000 countryside Amish-built home sits on 8.9 acres with a pond, barn, and outbuilding, but lacks electrical wiring and HVAC systems despite its 6 bedrooms and rustic charm.

🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🎵 May 23 - Jalyn Short Wine Night: Unwind at Merry Family Winery on May 23 as Jalyn Short serenades your evening. Sip delicious wines while melodies fill the air at this cozy Bidwell spot.

🍖 May 23 - Laurie Mae BBQ Night: Groove to Laurie Mae's tunes on the Deck while Smoke'em Up BBQ serves mouthwatering barbecue at Twisted Vine Family Vineyard. Join the fun May 23 at 1375 Carter Rd, Patriot, OH.

🥊 May 24 - Rumble at The Root: Rumble at The Root returns! Bracket Sportz hosts this exciting tournament on May 24 at The Root Sports & Fitness Center, offering competitors a shot at the National Championships in Gatlinburg, TN.

🪕 May 24 - Sour Mash Band & Pizza: Toe-tapping tunes await as the Sour Mash String Band rocks the deck on May 24! Catch their live performance from 6-8pm at 1375 Carter Rd, Patriot, while savoring Matney's delicious wood-fired pizza.

🌳 May 24 - Tree Lovers Market: Celebrate all things leafy at the MSPIB Farmers Market's Tree Lovers Day! Join fellow nature enthusiasts on May 24 at Roy Rogers Esplanade in Portsmouth for a day of tree-themed fun and local treasures.

🎲 May 24 - Game On! Game Day: Game on! Roll dice, shuffle cards, and strategize your way through board game heaven at Bossard Memorial Library's Game Day Saturday. Join the fun from 10AM to 4PM on May 24.

🙏 May 25 - Evening Worship Service: Gather for an uplifting evening of worship and community connection at 996 Valley View Dr in Crown City, OH on May 25. Come refresh your spirit at this welcoming service.

💰 Financial Friday

Consider setting up an automatic transfer to your savings or investment account each month; this “pay yourself first” approach not only builds your savings effortlessly but also helps you prioritize your financial goals.