Good morning, Gallia County. Summer road construction has arrived in full force as Ohio State Route 139 closes completely from July 7-25 between Horton Sisters Road and Red Brush Road. Detour signs are already in place for the culvert replacement project, so motorists should start planning alternate routes now. The timing coincides with a somber moment for our neighbors in Scioto County, who are mourning the loss of Commissioner Cathy Coleman, a dedicated public servant whose flags will fly at half-staff until her July 11 funeral.
On a brighter note, Sunday afternoons along the riverfront in Belpre have transformed into a vibrant community gathering place thanks to the weekly Farmers Market. From noon to 3 p.m. through October, visitors can browse offerings from up to 50 vendors selling everything from homemade fudge to dog treats. Director Eric Freed's vision has quickly grown from a simple market into a bustling hub where locals and boaters alike enjoy fresh produce, crafts, and live music.
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🚧 Ohio State Route 139 closing for nearly three weeks. Both lanes between Horton Sisters Road and Red Brush Road will be shut down from July 7 to July 25 for a culvert replacement project. The Jackson County Sheriff's Office announced the closure, confirming that detour and road closure signs are already in place. Motorists should plan alternate routes as the construction will completely block traffic in the affected area. For the latest updates on this closure, residents can check WSAZ.
🕊️ Scioto County mourns beloved Commissioner Cathy Coleman's passing at 71. Coleman, who died on July 4 following complications from a May car crash, had stepped into public service after her husband's death. She served as County Commissioner until entering hospice care at Southern Ohio Medical Center. Governor Mike DeWine ordered flags lowered to half-staff throughout Scioto County and at state buildings in Columbus until her funeral on July 11, honoring her legacy as a "great servant leader."
🌽 Belpre Farmers Market brings local flavor to Ohio's riverfront Sundays. The weekly market runs noon to 3 p.m. every Sunday from May through October, featuring 25-50 vendors selling everything from homemade fudge to dog treats. Director Eric Freed, a local chiropractor, started the market last year on his personal property along the Blennerhassett Avenue riverfront to support farmers and build community. Special events like car shows occur monthly, and Freed dreams of expanding to twice weekly operations and eventually adding a winery with river views. Visitors can arrive by car or boat to enjoy fresh produce, crafts, and live music in this growing community hub.
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Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
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