Good morning, Jackson County. Southern Ohio stands united this week in honoring one of its own. The solemn procession bringing Marine Cpl. Nathaniel Curtis home on June 3rd will wind through communities where residents can pay their respects to the 21-year-old Lucasville native who served with distinction before his untimely passing in Okinawa. The flags, folded hands, and quiet tributes along the route will reflect what military service has always meant in our corner of America.
Amid this reflection, our cultural calendar fills with lighter moments too. The Actors Guild of Parkersburg prepares to deliver laughs with "Lend Me a Soprano," a 1930s-set farce opening June 13th, while teenage photographer Noah Strickler's wildlife images grace WesBanco's downtown walls. The high schooler's journey from seven-year-old shutterbug to having his work selected for the Benezette Elk Country Visitor Center's calendar reminds us that remarkable talent flourishes at every age in our community.
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🇺🇸 A community rallies to honor fallen Marine Cpl. Nathaniel Curtis. The 21-year-old Lucasville native, who died in a traffic accident while stationed in Okinawa, will be escorted home in a solemn procession through Southern Ohio on June 3, 2025. Residents are encouraged to line the route beginning around noon as the procession travels from Columbus Airport to Portsmouth. Curtis, a digital wideband systems maintainer who earned several commendations during his service, is remembered for his adventurous spirit and loyalty to friends and family. Public services will include visitation on June 5, funeral on June 6, followed by graveside services with military honors.
🎭 Hilarious opera farce "Lend Me a Soprano" hits Parkersburg stage soon. The Actors Guild of Parkersburg will present the comedy starting June 13 for a two-week run at $20 for adults and $18 for students and seniors. Set in the 1930s, the show follows world-class opera singer Elena Firenzi and features mistaken identities, closet-hiding, and zany characters in a gender-swapped version of Ken Ludwig's award-winning "Lend Me a Tenor." Director Greg Merritt praises his talented cast and crew as the Guild approaches its milestone 70th season next year.
📸 Teen wildlife photographer showcases stunning nature shots in downtown Parkersburg. Ohio's Noah Strickler is displaying his photography this month at WesBanco, featuring wildlife and outdoor scenery captured under the mentorship of photographer Danny Carpenter. The talented high schooler balances his passion for photography with impressive achievements including Eagle Scout rank, National Honor Society membership, and musical talents on trumpet and piano. Strickler's love for photography began at age seven with his mother, photographing eagles and other wildlife. His work has earned recognition beyond the local exhibit, with three of his elk photographs selected for the Benezette Elk Country Visitor Center's 2026 calendar.
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-Ephesians 4:2
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