Good morning, Hocking County. When a small-town Ohio girl shatters education's glass ceiling, it reminds us that extraordinary journeys often begin on familiar soil. Elaine Hayden Hairston's rise from New Lexington to become Ohio's first and only female chancellor of the Board of Regents stands as testament to perseverance and vision. Her upcoming library talk on October 11 offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a pioneer who transformed higher education across our state.
Meanwhile, local talent continues to shine on the greens, with Faith Wynne claiming medalist honors at Hocking Hills Golf Club with an impressive 44, leading Washington to third place in Tuesday's match. And for those looking to support community wellness while enjoying the harvest season, mark your calendars for Nelsonville's monthly farmers market beginning August 6, where SNAP recipients can stretch their dollars with the Produce Perks matching program.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
⛳ Faith Wynne leads Washington to third place in golf match. The Washington Lady Lions and Miami Trace Lady Panthers competed at Hocking Hills Golf Club against Logan and Lancaster on Tuesday. Wynne earned medalist honors with a score of 44 as Washington finished third with a team score of 244. Logan won the non-conference match with 225, followed by Lancaster (229) and Miami Trace (248). Allison Reeves led Miami Trace with a fifth-place finish, shooting a 55.
🎓 Small-town woman shattered education's glass ceiling as Ohio's only female chancellor. Elaine Hayden Hairston, who grew up in New Lexington, Ohio, became the state's first and only female chancellor of the Board of Regents in 1990. In her memoir "Madam Chancellor," she chronicles her journey from a modest upbringing to earning a PhD and spearheading initiatives that opened doors for women in higher education. Among her proudest achievements were establishing child care centers across Ohio campuses and creating regional book repositories to modernize university libraries. Hairston will discuss her experiences at the New Lexington library on October 11, 2025, hoping to inspire young women to continue breaking barriers.
🌽 Fresh local produce awaits at Nelsonville's monthly farmers market. Starting August 6, 2025, the market will run the first Wednesday of every month through October at the Athens County Community Cares Resource Center. SNAP recipients can enjoy dollar-for-dollar matching up to $25 for fresh fruits and vegetables through the Produce Perks program. The market, running from 4-7 PM at 10 West Washington Street, is supported by various community organizations including the Nelsonville Community Foundation. Shop local, eat fresh, and support community wellness while enjoying this free, family-friendly event.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Spacious family home near downtown: This Hocking Hills home offers 5 bedrooms and 1.5 baths for $199,000, featuring 2,100 sq ft with first-floor laundry, fenced yard, and convenient location near downtown shops and attractions.
Secluded ranch paradise five acres: $375,000 for a secluded ranch home on five private acres in Hocking County, featuring a vaulted living room, oak kitchen, three bedrooms, finished walkout basement, and four outbuildings including a heated pole barn.
Nature retreat with multiple homes: This 20-acre Hocking Hills property listed at $589,000 features a main house with hot tub and two additional cabins, all within minutes of popular natural attractions and includes all furnishings plus a scenic stream with bridges.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
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