Jackson County • April 25, 2025
Good morning, Jackson County. A stark reminder of roadway safety comes this week with the tragic passing of 95-year-old Leona Pertuset, who succumbed to injuries from a three-vehicle collision in Pike County. The accident, which occurred when her husband's Cadillac failed to yield at a State Route intersection, underscores how quickly life can change at any age. Our thoughts are with the Pertuset family during this difficult time.
While navigating our roads, be prepared for several upcoming traffic changes as Scioto County announced lane restrictions and closures starting April 28. Residents with travel plans should note that Bennett School House Road and others face restrictions due to slips. In concerning school news, authorities at Ravenswood Middle School swiftly responded Thursday when an unloaded revolver was discovered in a student's backpack, with the juvenile now in custody—a sobering situation handled with remarkable efficiency by local law enforcement.
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💥 Elderly woman dies days after brutal three-vehicle crash. Leona Pertuset, 95, succumbed to injuries sustained when her husband's Cadillac failed to yield at an intersection in Pike County, Ohio. The April 17 accident occurred when their vehicle was struck by a Peterbilt truck at the intersection of State Route 32 and U.S. 23. James Pertuset, 93, was transported to Ohio State University Medical Center with injuries, while the truck driver was unharmed and a third driver reported non-life-threatening injuries.
🚧 Scioto County announces critical roadwork schedule for the coming week. Engineer Darren LeBrun released plans for lane restrictions, closures, and maintenance operations from April 28 to May 1. Several roads face restrictions due to slips, including Bennett School House Road and Henley Comstock Road, while Clinton Furnace Road and Feurt Hill Road remain closed until further notice. County crews will maintain traffic with flaggers while working on various roads, and mowing operations will take place across multiple townships. Residents with questions can contact the Engineer's office at (740) 259-5541.
🔫 Middle school student found with unloaded revolver in backpack. The incident occurred at Ravenswood Middle School in West Virginia on Thursday afternoon. Police responded swiftly, discovering the .22 caliber weapon within three minutes of being notified. Authorities confirmed no ammunition was found with the firearm. The juvenile is now in custody and will face arraignment before the Jackson County Magistrate.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
Wellston (7-5) | ||
vs Alexander | W 13-3 |
Jackson's Ironladies lived up to their name, forging an 11-1 victory over James Monroe's Mavericks in Wednesday's non-league clash. The Ohio visitors improved to 14-3 while leaving the Mavericks to regroup at 5-12 before their upcoming test against Bluefield.Meanwhile, Nelsonville-York's Buckeyes pitched a perfect game in their 12-0 shutout of Oak Hill's Oaks. The Buckeyes (9-3) continue to build momentum heading into Thursday's challenge against Miller, while the Oaks (1-7) must regroup before facing the formidable 14-1 Symmes Valley Vikings.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Jackson (14-2) | ||
@ James Monroe | W 11-1 | |
Wellston (12-1) | ||
vs Alexander | W 19-3 | |
Oak Hill (1-8) | ||
@ Nelsonville-York | L 12-0 |
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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
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