Good morning, Gallia County. 1906 was a remarkable year—Theodore Roosevelt won the Nobel Peace Prize, the first radio broadcast aired, and Gallipolis opened what would become its longstanding senior center. That historic building is now making way for progress as construction advances on a modern replacement facility, designed to better serve the county's aging population while honoring over a century of community service.
Meanwhile, on the playing field, Gallia Academy's Blue Angels demonstrated why they're a force to be reckoned with, soaring to a dominant 9-1 victory over Chesapeake with an impressive 30-4 shot advantage. Across the river, Mason County's commitment to athletic excellence continues as well, with the school board approving significant baseball field upgrades at Point Pleasant Jr./Sr. High—including turf improvements and bullpen enhancements—all funded through private donations that won't impact the district's budget.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏢 Historic Gallipolis senior center gets modern replacement. Construction is progressing on a new Gallia Senior Center facility in Gallipolis, being built directly in front of the existing center. The current building, which has served the community since 1906, will be replaced by the modern structure. The project represents a significant upgrade for senior services in the area. The development aims to better accommodate the needs of Gallia County's aging population.
⚽ Blue Angels soar to dominant 9-1 victory over Chesapeake Lady Panthers. Gallia Academy controlled the match from start to finish, outshooting their opponents 30-4 in the Ohio Valley Conference showdown. Abigail Brabham and Azey Clagg led the offensive onslaught with three goals each, while Cora Hines, Cloie Drummond, and Sadie Cummons each added a goal to complete the rout. Chesapeake's lone bright spot came from Olivia Harris, who scored midway through the second half to prevent the shutout. The Blue Angels will look to maintain their momentum when they face Ironton Lady Tigers at home on Monday.
🏫 Mason County Board upgrades baseball field with private donor funding. The board approved turf improvements, a new storage building, and bullpen upgrades for Point Pleasant Jr./Sr. High's baseball field at no cost to the district. Several new hires were confirmed, including Hannah Gorrell as a science teacher and multiple substitute teachers, cooks, and bus drivers. The board also accepted resignations, approved contracts with WVU Parkersburg for student placements, and secured services for Title IX investigations and sign language interpretation. Their next meeting is scheduled for September 23.
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Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.
-Psalm 46:10
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