Good morning, Gallia County. Buried in the fine print of your electric bills lies a startling reality: Mon Power customers have paid $10.3 million above market rates for electricity from aging coal plants since 2018. This arrangement, which extends until 2040, represents just one example of rising energy costs affecting households across our region—a situation drawing increasing public frustration as similar contracts face scrutiny in neighboring states.
On a brighter note, the Gallia Community Foundation is powering positive change with $23,750 in new grants distributed to ten vital community projects. From food delivery services and children's books to digital literacy training for seniors, these funds are addressing diverse needs across our county. Meanwhile, autumn activities are in full swing for the West Virginia CEOS club, with upcoming events including a bench dedication, breast cancer awareness initiatives, and a fascinating trip to explore a vintage coal mine in Beckley.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
💰 Mon Power customers paid millions above market price for electricity. An analysis by Synapse Energy Economics revealed that customers paid $10.3 million more than market rates for power from the Ohio Valley Electric Corporation between 2018 and 2024. The contract, which extends to 2040, involves coal plants in Ohio and Indiana originally built in 1955 to power a federal uranium facility. First Energy, Mon Power's parent company, defends the arrangement as protection against rising energy costs despite being implicated in a major Ohio corruption scandal involving bribes for power plant bailouts. Public frustration is mounting as electricity costs rise across West Virginia and other states.
💰 Local foundation empowers Gallia County with $23,750 in grants. The Gallia Community Foundation has funded 10 projects spanning arts, education, health, and community development to benefit residents of all ages. Recipients include Court Street Ministries for food delivery, Easterseals for children's books, and the Gallia County Council on Aging for senior digital literacy training. Other funded initiatives support students with special needs, domestic violence survivors, and emergency responders, demonstrating the foundation's commitment to addressing diverse community needs. The grants were made possible through donor contributions to GCF's endowment fund.
📚 West Virginia CEOS club tackles autumn with team spirit and community service. The Mason County Community Educational Outreach Service gathered at Leon Town Hall for their September meeting with a football theme. Members are planning several upcoming events including a bench dedication ceremony, breast cancer awareness activities, and a trip to explore a vintage coal mine in Beckley. Though their annual craft show was canceled due to vendor shortages, the group will sell bottled water at the Mothman Festival instead. The organization's book club welcomes the public to discuss "Wisteria Island" at their October library meeting.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Spacious country retreat on acres: This charming $260,000 country home boasts a large living room, elegant dining room, three bedrooms, and a bonus room spread across 3,994 square feet on 3.5 acres, with a wraparound porch for outdoor enjoyment.
Poolside paradise with guest space: Priced at $299,900, this updated split-level home in Gallipolis features a pool with new liner, pool house, koi pond, and versatile living spaces including a finished lower level perfect for guests or a private office.
Brick home nature reserve paradise: This charming brick split level home, listed at $244,900, offers 4 bedrooms on 3 acres adjacent to a nature reserve, featuring a fireplace, quartz countertops, wood floors, and a relaxing back patio.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
-Philippians 4:8
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