Good morning, Gallia County. The soulful sounds of blues will soon echo along the Ohio River as Pomeroy's Big Bend Blues Bash celebrates its remarkable 25-year milestone. This volunteer-powered festival has grown into a regional treasure, with this year's lineup featuring The Band Feel and acclaimed R&B artist Jackie Venson taking the stage at the Riverside Amphitheater. Meanwhile, just down the river, coffee enthusiasts are celebrating the arrival of French City Brew in Gallipolis, where the aroma of freshly brewed beverages now wafts from their new Eastern Avenue location.
Beyond entertainment and caffeine, education remains front and center as the Mason County Board of Education tackles modern challenges. Their recent meeting addressed everything from emergency communication concerns at Hannan Junior/Senior High School to updating policies on students' personal electronic devices. The board also made a significant investment in the future, approving a $46,500 virtual reality training system for their Law and Public Safety Program—preparing students for tomorrow while preserving the rhythms of river valley life today.
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🎸 Pomeroy's Big Bend Blues Bash celebrates 25 years of soulful sounds. The two-day festival, hosted by the volunteer-run Pomeroy Blues & Jazz Society, will take place August 1-2 at the Riverside Amphitheater in downtown Pomeroy, Ohio. Headliners include The Band Feel on opening night and acclaimed R&B artist Jackie Venson closing the event, alongside numerous regional and national acts. Beyond music, attendees can enjoy local food vendors and artisan shopping, with primitive camping available nearby. Proceeds support the organization's free summer concert series, continuing their mission of bringing diverse musical experiences to Southeast Ohio.
🏫 Mason County Board of Education tackles phones, policies, and big purchases. The board heard community concerns about limited cell reception at Hannan Junior/Senior High School and the need for a landline phone for emergencies. Multiple policy updates were approved, including rules for personal electronic devices that would allow students to have phones if turned off during instruction. The board also approved a $46,500 purchase of a virtual reality training system for the Law and Public Safety Program, funded mostly by the Mason County Commission. Personnel changes included accepting resignations of a counselor and coaches from various schools.
☕ French City Brew opens doors in Gallipolis with ribbon-cutting ceremony. The Gallia County Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the launch of this new coffee house located at 2145 Eastern Avenue. French City Brew will offer a wide variety of cafe drinks to local residents and visitors. Beyond traditional walk-in service, the establishment will provide convenient options including online ordering and delivery. The new business adds to the food and beverage offerings in this Ohio River community.
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