Good morning, Jackson County. As Black History Month unfolds, a remarkable journey through time awaits at the Athens Public Library. Dr. Arthur Cromwell is set to unveil four centuries of untold frontier stories that would make Ken Burns jealous - proving that the American West was far more diverse and fascinating than Hollywood's whitewashed version ever showed us.
In other community news, Ross stores are turning shopping trips into homework help, with their clever round-up campaign supporting local kids. And while these positive initiatives move forward, our hearts are heavy with the loss of two community members in Wednesday's tragic collision on Ohio 7 - a somber reminder that even our most routine journeys deserve our full attention and care.
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📚 Black history expert unveils untold stories of America's western frontier. Dr. Arthur Cromwell is set to present a fascinating exploration of African American contributions to the American West at the Athens Public Library. The presentation, scheduled for February 6th, will cover nearly four centuries of Black frontier history from 1530-1900. The event promises to shed light on an often-overlooked chapter of American history during a 90-minute session. The free community lecture will take place at the Athens Public Library from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
💔 Tragic Ohio crash claims two lives in head-on collision. Josylin Cunningham, 26, and Eva-Maria Hill, 79, died Wednesday evening when Hill's Lexus crossed the median on Ohio 7 and struck Cunningham's vehicle. Both drivers were wearing seatbelts, and neither alcohol nor drugs are suspected factors in the crash. Rain and freezing temperatures were present during the incident, though their role remains unclear. Multiple emergency response teams, including the Ohio State Highway Patrol and local fire departments, responded to the scene near Warren Township.
🎓 Local Ross stores launch campaign to help kids with homework. Starting Saturday through March 2, Ross Dress For Less shoppers can round up purchases to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Parkersburg's Power Hour program. The initiative sees 80% of donations staying local, while 20% goes to the national organization. The Ross Stores Foundation will match contributions up to $500,000, with just $5 providing a half-hour of homework help. Through this partnership, kids can receive academic support ranging from homework assistance to science experiments and college application guidance.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
Oak Hill's Oaks squeezed past the Western Indians 57-51 in a nail-biter that had fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. The win pushes Oak Hill to 11-8 on the season, proving that sometimes the best oaks grow from the tightest games.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Oak Hill (11-8) | ||
vs Western | W 57-51 |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
The Vikings made it rain in McArthur as Vinton County steamrolled Wellston 68-31 in a lopsided league matchup. The 37-point victory pushes the Vikings to 12-8 on the season, while the Golden Rockets will need to find their launch codes after falling to 5-16.
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Wellston (5-16) | ||
@ Vinton County | L 68-31 | |
Jackson (3-18) | ||
vs Washington | W 42-40 |
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💰 Financial Friday
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🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
-Colossians 3:17