Good morning, Hocking County. Political reshuffling is underway in Nelsonville, where Michael Milane has returned as treasurer and McCray Powell joins city council amid recent resignations. The appointments came during a meeting that wasn't without drama – featuring frustrated comments about "political attacks," citizen concerns over drug activity, and discussions about a year-round Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area. In perhaps the meeting's least controversial move, an unnamed street officially became "Dog Park Lane."
The skies above Ohio's correctional facilities are a bit safer now that drone smuggler Cory Sutphin has traded his remote control for a prison jumpsuit. Meanwhile, nature is putting on its own spectacular show as the sun's 11-year cycle peaks, creating more opportunities to witness the northern lights. Closer to home, the Thornville Lions Club prepares for its 50th Country Fair on October 19, while Perry County football teams dominated their opponents in impressive weekend victories.
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🏛️ Nelsonville reshuffles city leadership amid ongoing political tensions. Michael Milane returned as treasurer while McCray Powell was appointed to city council following recent resignations. The appointments occurred during a meeting where Councilmember Johnny Flowers expressed frustration over what he called a "political attack" against him regarding legal fee payment practices. Council also addressed citizen concerns about drug activity on Elizabeth Street and continued discussions about establishing a year-round Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area downtown. In lighter business, the council officially named a previously unnamed street "Dog Park Lane."
🚁 Drone smuggler trades skies for prison time after high-tech heist. Cory Sutphin received over four years behind bars for operating drones that dropped contraband into Ohio state prisons. His aerial smuggling ring specialized in delivering drugs and cell phones to inmates at facilities like the Southeastern Correctional Institution near Lancaster. Photos show Sutphin in a prison jobs training room in October 2025, where he's now serving his sentence. The case highlights growing concerns about drone technology being used to circumvent traditional prison security measures.
🌞 Solar pole flip brings northern lights to more of America. The sun's 11-year cycle is peaking, causing its north and south poles to flip positions and creating more opportunities to see the Aurora Borealis. Meanwhile, the Thornville Lions Club will host its 50th Country Fair on October 19, featuring over 180 handcraft vendors. In sports news, three Perry teams dominated their opponents: Sheridan beat Morgan 35-14, New Lexington topped Meadowbrook 49-6, and Crooksville overwhelmed Coshocton 46-7.
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Countryside retreat near attractions: Priced at $449,500, this country home offers a spacious floor plan, private outdoor area with pool, and a large garage/barn for storage, all just 15 minutes from Old Man's Caves and other attractions.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.
-Ephesians 4:2
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