Good morning, Gallia County. The rhythmic splash of paddlewheels returns to our Ohio River as the Belle of Cincinnati embarks on its annual summer tour, offering a glimpse into riverboat life that Mark Twain himself would recognize. Cruising at a leisurely 4 mph, this floating time capsule will dock in Gallipolis between July 24-31, inviting locals to experience everything from sightseeing excursions to elegant dinner cruises while viewing our riverside communities from a perspective few get to enjoy.
While basketballs bounced on new courts this weekend, crowns await new royalty just across the river. The Hoop Project tournament successfully relocated to The Root sports center due to park construction, crowning champions across multiple divisions. Meanwhile, seven young women are preparing to compete for the Mason County Fair Queen title on August 4th, with the winner stepping into the role currently held by Jaidyn Patrick during the opening parade in Point Pleasant.
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🏀 The Hoop Project basketball tournament found a new home this year. The 12th annual event relocated from Gallipolis City Park to The Root sports center due to construction, featuring competitors from River Cities and beyond. With three full-sized courts, the facility provided ample space for players across multiple age divisions. Champions were crowned in numerous categories including youth divisions, high school boys, women's open, and men's brackets. Despite the change in venue, the tournament maintained its tradition of competitive basketball action for all ages.
👑 Seven young women compete for Mason County Fair Queen crown. The candidates - Lillian Bowles, Ashley Legg, Malea Bechtle, Katie Cullen, Delaney Pearson, Lauren Kincaid, and Olivia Stanley - were introduced at an orientation hosted by the Fair Queen Committee. The winner will succeed reigning queen Jaidyn Patrick when the pageant takes place on August 4th at 8:30 p.m. The event will occur on the opening day of the parade at The Fairgrounds in Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
🚢 Historic paddlewheel riverboat brings summer cruises to Ohio River towns. The Belle of Cincinnati is embarking on its annual 150-mile Summer Tour, offering authentic riverboat experiences in Gallipolis, Portsmouth, Ashland, and Huntington. Traveling at a leisurely 4 mph from its Newport, Kentucky home port, the paddlewheel boat provides rare views of historic river communities across Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia. Captain Ben Bernstein describes the journey as "stepping back in time," with pristine wilderness and landmarks reminiscent of Mark Twain's era. Visitors can choose from sightseeing, lunch, dinner, or brunch buffet cruises during the tour's five stops from July 24-31.
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But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
-Isaiah 40:31
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