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Gallia County • October 13, 2025

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Good morning, Gallia County. A significant blow to the local drug trade was struck Friday when sheriff's deputies raided a Perry Township property, seizing substantial quantities of suspected narcotics and arresting William Michael Carter. This proactive operation represents just one front in the ongoing battle to keep dangerous substances from circulating in our community, while across county lines, a different kind of lifeline is extending to public health services.

October brings both practical support and paranormal pursuits to the region. The Meigs County Health Department is leveraging crucial federal workforce grants to fund everything from staff positions to tuition reimbursement, saving hundreds of thousands in local tax dollars since 2021. For those seeking chills rather than careers, mark your calendars for October 17 when Jim Kleefeld's "Ohio Hauntings" program returns to Bossard Library, bringing ghostly artifacts and spine-tingling tales just in time for the Halloween season.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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💊 Gallia County raid nets major drug seizure and one arrest. Deputies executed a search warrant Friday in Perry Township, confiscating a substantial amount of suspected narcotics. William Michael Carter, 51, was taken into custody and booked on possession charges, with additional charges expected. Sheriff Matt Champlin praised his team's diligent work, noting that the operation prevented dangerous drugs from reaching the community. The raid was part of a proactive effort targeting suspected drug trafficking activity in the area.

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💉 Federal grant breathes new life into Meigs County Health Department. The Ohio agency is leveraging Public Health Workforce Grant funds to combat nationwide staffing challenges that have plagued the industry for years. Since 2021, this federal support has saved hundreds of thousands in local tax dollars while funding positions, training, technology, and infrastructure improvements. The grant has enabled everything from leadership training and employee wellness initiatives to tuition reimbursement for staff pursuing higher education. These investments align with the department's vision of becoming a public health leader while responsibly managing public funds to serve Meigs County residents.

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👻 Ghostly tales and haunted artifacts await at Bossard Library. Jim Kleefeld's "Ohio Hauntings" program returns to Gallipolis on October 17, bringing chilling stories from paranormal investigations across the state. Attendees will view Kleefeld's collection of ghostly antiques and receive references to research materials for their own explorations. The presenter, who holds degrees in theatrical arts and education, now delivers hundreds of similar programs throughout Ohio. The 6 p.m. event is open to anyone fascinated by scary stories or the paranormal.

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🏡 Real Estate Reveals

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Real estate listing image Rural dream awaits development: Nestled in Greenfield Township, this 11.69-acre parcel of unimproved land offers privacy and potential at $45,000, with gently rolling terrain and easy access to nearby towns for your dream homestead or retreat.
Real estate listing image Historic farm paradise awaits: Offered at $524,900, this 23-acre property includes a renovated 1924 farmhouse with four bedrooms, covered porch, fenced pasture, stocked pond, hunting blind, workshop, and barn with RV storage.

🍞 Daily Bread Crumb

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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