Good morning, Jackson County. After years of bumpy rides and frustrated commuters, Belpre's Lee Street is finally getting its long-awaited makeover this week. The $100,000 repaving project marks a significant victory for local infrastructure, with McKee Paving LLC already grinding away the old surface as they prepare to lay fresh asphalt. Though weather may cause some delays, drivers will soon enjoy smooth sailing on this essential thoroughfare—just follow those detour signs while work is underway.
Meanwhile, the historic Smoot Theatre is alive with the sounds of the next generation as 47 young performers dive into the magic of Camp Vaudeville. The weeklong program, celebrating its 35th year, culminates in Saturday's showcase featuring timeless classics from Duke Ellington and Cole Porter. In healthcare news, Highmark West Virginia welcomes industry veteran John "Jay" Sheehy III as its president-elect, bringing three decades of experience to the state's largest health insurer serving over 250,000 members.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🛣️ Belpre's neglected Lee Street finally gets a fresh coat of pavement. The repaving project, starting this week, comes after years of needed repair work on the thoroughfare. McKee Paving LLC began grinding the road Tuesday and plans to start paving today, though weather conditions may cause delays. Mayor Susan Abdella explained that the city is funding the $100,000 project from its general fund after failing to secure state grants. Drivers will need to follow detours while construction is actively underway.
🎭 Historic Smoot Theatre celebrates 35 years of Camp Vaudeville magic. Forty-seven children are participating in this year's weeklong program at the historic Parkersburg venue, learning the art of vaudeville through music, dance, and performance. The camp runs daily from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., culminating in "The Camp Vaudeville Show" on Saturday featuring songs from famous composers like Duke Ellington and Cole Porter. Head Volunteer Felice Jorgeson emphasizes the importance of introducing children to theater early, saying "If we won't do these things for the children today, there won't be an audience tomorrow." Many campers return year after year, with some even becoming volunteers after growing up with the program.
🏥 Healthcare giant names new leader for West Virginia operations. Highmark announced John "Jay" Sheehy III as president-elect of Highmark West Virginia, effective July 21, with him assuming full presidency on January 3, 2026. Sheehy brings nearly 30 years of health industry experience, most recently serving as chief underwriting officer at Gravie. He succeeds Jim Fawcett, who is retiring after more than 35 years with the company. As president, Sheehy will lead West Virginia's largest health insurer, which serves over 250,000 members across various insurance products.
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💰 Financial Friday
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🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.
-Psalm 55:22
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