Good morning, Gallia County. Mark your calendars and plan your routes—U.S. 52 is facing unexpected closures next week for emergency rock removal near the SR 141 exit. The work, scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Monday, comes after ODOT discovered loose rock during routine maintenance. Drivers will need to detour through Kentucky, adding another layer of complexity to the already closed exit ramp to SR 141.
Meanwhile, the Blue Devils are making hometown headlines as Gallia Academy boys dominated their cross country meet with an impressive 28-point victory. Lane Shaffer and Nick Barnes led the charge with first and second-place finishes, while Savannah Schuldt captured individual gold in the girls' competition. As athletic achievements stack up across volleyball and soccer, families of nursing home residents across the river are voicing concerns about the $60 million sale of four state-owned facilities to private company Majestic Care.
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🏗️ U.S. 52 rock removal forces unexpected road closures next week. The Ohio Department of Transportation announced operations will run September 18-22 near the State Route 141 exit in Lawrence County. Closures will occur between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Monday after officials discovered loose rock issues during routine work. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes through Kentucky and back into Ohio via designated bridges. Additionally, the U.S. 52 exit ramp to SR 141 remains closed for scheduled repairs until October 8.
🏃♂️ Gallia Academy boys dominate home cross country meet with commanding victory. The Blue Devils secured first place with a score of 28, led by Lane Shaffer and Nick Barnes who finished first and second respectively. On the girls side, the Blue Angels took second place with Savannah Schuldt winning the individual race. In volleyball action, Southern defeated Wahama 3-0, while River Valley earned their first season win against Wellston. The Point Pleasant boys soccer team rounded out Tuesday's local sports with a 1-1 draw against Marietta.
👵 West Virginia families fear nursing home sale threatens quality care. Governor Morrisey announced the $60 million sale of four state-owned nursing homes to private company Majestic Care, claiming they operated at a $6 million yearly loss. Data shows Majestic Care facilities provide about an hour less nursing care per day than the state hospitals, raising concerns about patient welfare. Families worry their loved ones with complex needs might be discharged or receive inadequate care, while staff fear losing benefits. Despite concerns, Majestic officials promise to maintain staffing levels and keep current patients.
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