Good morning, Gallia County. Infrastructure investments are shaping our community's future as the County Commission greenlights critical funding for both roadway repairs and airport improvements. The Burkhart Lane project is already underway with nearly half a million dollars dedicated to essential repairs, while significant Federal Aviation Administration grants will enhance our local airfield—proving that even in rural Ohio, transportation connections remain a priority.
On the athletic fields, victory seems to be in the air this week. Ohio Valley Christian soccer maintained their perfect record with a high-scoring win over Belpre, while Gallia Academy's Blue Devils showed impressive resilience in their conference opener, rallying from behind to secure a 28-14 victory against Portsmouth. Max Canaday's 179 rushing yards led the charge as the team scored 21 unanswered points, setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting season of local sports.
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🏢 Gallia County Commission approves critical infrastructure and airport improvement funds. The commission accepted a status report on the $487,000 Burkhart Lane Slip and Culvert Repair Project, with $42,052 already expended alongside $29,050 in local match funds. Officials also approved two Federal Aviation Administration grant draws: $28,240 for Airport Improvement Program invoices and $185,239 for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law expenses. The airport funding includes significant local matches from various county sources including American Rescue Plan Act funds. Commissioners Henry, Stapleton, and Kroll unanimously approved all financial matters during their regular Thursday session.
⚽ Ohio Valley Christian soccer remains perfect with 9-5 win over Belpre. The Defenders pulled away in the second half after holding a narrow 4-3 lead at halftime, scoring five more goals to secure victory. They'll face Wood County Christian Wildcats on the road Friday evening. Meanwhile, several River Cities cross country teams competed at the Belpre XC Invitational, with Southern boys posting the best result at ninth place. River Valley was the only local girls team to field a complete squad, finishing 16th in their competition.
🏈 Gallia Academy rallies for 28-14 win over Portsmouth in conference opener. The Blue Devils overcame a 14-7 deficit by scoring 21 unanswered points, with quarterback Max Canaday leading the charge through 179 rushing yards and two passing touchdowns. In other local action, Eastern dominated Federal Hocking 50-16, Meigs secured their first win 36-6 against Vinton County, and River Valley suffered a 51-0 shutout loss to Nelsonville-York. All four teams return to action next Friday as conference play continues across Ohio high school football.
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But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
-Galatians 5:22-23
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