Good morning, Gallia County. When it comes to healthcare excellence, Southeast Ohio has a homegrown champion. Holzer Health System is collecting accolades like medals at the Olympics—national recognition for their Wound Care Centers, a fourth consecutive "A" Hospital Safety Grade, and the unveiling of a state-of-the-art 3T MRI that combines cutting-edge technology with patient comfort. Their planned expansion into childcare and wellness facilities shows healthcare vision extends far beyond treating illness.
Meanwhile, youth development takes center stage across the county. Wahama High School's marching band showcased their "Stained Glass" performance at the Jim Porter Legacy competition, with every musician from clarinet to triangle standing tall with pride. In Rio Grande, a different kind of investment in young people is taking shape—a new elementary school resource officer program funded by $70,000 in opioid settlement money, turning tragedy's aftermath into proactive education and mentorship for our community's most vulnerable.
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🏥 Holzer Health shines as Southeast Ohio's healthcare champion. The system's Wound Care Centers in Gallipolis and Jackson earned national recognition from Healogics for exceptional patient outcomes and satisfaction rates above 92%. Gallipolis Medical Center also received its fourth consecutive "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, highlighting its commitment to preventing medical errors and patient harm. Additionally, Holzer unveiled a state-of-the-art 3T MRI unit at its Gallipolis campus, featuring an ultra-wide bore design for greater patient comfort and improved diagnostic accuracy. Looking ahead, Holzer plans to open a new Childcare Center, Wellness Center, and Health Clinic in 2025-2026, expanding its community-focused healthcare mission.
🎵 Wahama High School band showcases "Stained Glass" at competition. The marching band participated in the Jim Porter Legacy Band Competition held October 4 at Ravenswood High School's Flinn Field. Students from the clarinet section to triangle players proudly performed their musical program while standing at attention. The conductor led the ensemble through their carefully prepared show, representing Wahama among several participating bands from the region.
🚓 Rio Grande tackles youth drug crisis with elementary school program. Gallia County Commission approved $70,000 from opioid settlement funds to establish a full-time school resource officer at Rio Grande Elementary School. The officer will focus on drug prevention, intervention education, and mentorship for students, going beyond traditional security duties. Mayor Matt Easter emphasized the program aims to educate children about opioid dangers using funds from "those who were the root cause" of the epidemic. School Principal Miranda Fortner noted the officer will also support students' mental and emotional well-being by building trust and connecting struggling children with appropriate resources.
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Riverside ranch needs garage update: This $145,000 ranch-style home in Gallipolis offers 3 bedrooms on 0.75 acres with scenic Ohio River views, though the detached garage needs some work. Country living just minutes from town.
Countryside estate with acreage potential: This secluded $525,000 country retreat features a two-story home on 6+ acres of private land, complete with outdoor barns, wrap-around porch, wildlife views, and walkout basement with room for expansion.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
-Romans 15:13
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