Good morning, Gallia County. Wolf dogs and chainsaw art and potbellied pig raffles, oh my! Lawrence County Trade Day transformed the local fairground into a wonderland of unique attractions while raising critical funds for 4-H programs. The twice-yearly event showcased everything from Montana Runnels' prairie dog petting zoo to artisan crafts, demonstrating how rural entrepreneurship and youth agricultural support can blend into a community celebration that's as productive as it is entertaining.
As autumn approaches, our community calendar is filling with opportunities to connect. From ongoing AA meetings to fall soccer registrations closing August 29, there's something for everyone in the river cities. Meanwhile, Mason County's school board is reshaping education infrastructure with impressive efficiency—approving new teaching talent, securing funding for Roosevelt Elementary improvements, and investing in essential equipment including cooling units and a new GMC Terrain for the safety director.
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🐺 Lawrence County Trade Day raises vital funds for local 4-H programs. The fairground event featured dozens of vendors selling crafts, food, livestock, and yard sale items, with proceeds supporting 4-H facility upgrades. Visitors encountered unique attractions including wolf dogs from Southern Ohio Wolf Sanctuary, chainsaw art from Bill & Sons, and a potbellied pig raffle. Montana Runnels, the organizer, included her Scotttown Funny Farm petting zoo featuring prairie dogs, while local bakers and artisans showcased their goods. The successful event will return twice yearly, continuing its mission to support youth agricultural programs.
📅 Gallipolis community buzzes with upcoming events and activities. The River Cities Community Calendar features ongoing Alcoholics Anonymous meetings every Wednesday at the Senior Resource Center. Fall soccer registrations are being accepted through August 29 by O.O. McIntyre Park District. Several September events include the Meigs County Health Department's Labor Day closure, a Gallipolis City Commission meeting, and the Richards family reunion. Health-conscious residents can mark their calendars for an October 8 blood drive at the Mulberry Community Center in Pomeroy.
🏫 Mason County school board reshapes staff and infrastructure in busy session. The board approved new hires including teachers Mikayla Atkins and Lori Loomis-Wedge, while accepting resignations from several staff members including Chelsea Steelhammer. A School Building Authority grant will fund two new classrooms and an elevator at Roosevelt Elementary, with McKinley Architecture providing updates on revised plans. The board also approved numerous contracts, including agreements with AmeriCorps for the Foster Grandparent Program and Southwestern Community Action Council for Head Start preschool services. Financial approvals included $43,459 for new cooling units and $27,000 for a GMC Terrain for the county's safety director.
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Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
-Romans 12:2
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