Good morning, Gallia County. Behind an ordinary traffic stop lies an extraordinary discovery—53 grams of cocaine hidden inside a latex glove tucked behind a loose door panel. This weekend's arrest of a Reynoldsburg man in a stolen vehicle reminds us that even routine police work can uncover complex criminal activity. Meanwhile, a profound historical recognition has come to our community as the John Gee Black Historical Center joins the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program, honoring those who risked everything in the pursuit of liberty.
In financial circles, Gallipolis-based Ohio Valley Banc Corp. has achieved a milestone that puts our local institution on the national investment map. Its addition to the prestigious Russell 3000® Index means index funds managing portions of the staggering $10.6 trillion in assets tracking Russell indexes will now include shares of our hometown bank. The July 18 dedication ceremony for the John Gee Center promises to be a fitting celebration of both local history and national recognition.
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🚓 Traffic stop uncovers massive cocaine stash in stolen car. Ironton Police Officer Brian Jordan discovered 52.68 grams of cocaine during a routine traffic stop on Sunday morning. The drugs were cleverly hidden inside a blue latex glove tucked behind a loose door panel of the vehicle, which was later determined to be stolen from Columbus. The driver, Mulu Gemerey of Reynoldsburg, faces multiple charges including drug possession, trafficking, and receiving stolen property. He was promptly incarcerated at the Lawrence County Jail following his arrest.
🕯️ Historic Black church earns national recognition for Underground Railroad legacy. The John Gee Black Historical Center in Gallipolis, Ohio has been designated part of the National Park Service's Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The site, formerly home to Bethel A.M.E. Church, joins over 800 locations nationwide that honor freedom seekers and their supporters. Center president Robin Payne called the recognition "a major achievement" for the organization and Gallia County. A dedication ceremony featuring speakers, performances, and tours will celebrate this milestone on July 18.
💰 Ohio bank joins elite Russell 3000 Index, boosting investor profile. Ohio Valley Banc Corp. was added to the prestigious Russell 3000® Index effective June 30, automatically including it in the small-cap Russell 2000® Index as well. The inclusion means index mutual funds will now be required to own shares of the Gallipolis-based company. Russell indexes serve as benchmarks for approximately $10.6 trillion in assets and are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors. Ohio Valley Banc Corp. owns The Ohio Valley Bank Company with 17 offices across Ohio and West Virginia.
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