Good morning, Meigs County. In a heartwarming display of community spirit that would make Mr. Rogers proud, the Mason County Family Resource Network has been working overtime to spread joy and support. Their December initiatives touched hundreds of lives, from playing Santa to 286 children to distributing over 1,100 pounds of clothing to families in need. Now that's what we call starting the year with open hearts and helping hands.
Speaking of local heroes, the Mason County Chamber is on a mission to spotlight our community's brightest stars through their 2025 First Impressions Awards. From creative building makeovers to young entrepreneurs making waves, they're searching for the people and projects that make our corner of Appalachia shine. With eight categories up for grabs, it's time to give those hometown innovators their moment in the spotlight.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🤝 Mason County support network serves hundreds during holiday season. The Mason County Family Resource Network's December initiatives helped 286 children through Secret Santa and attracted 234 people to their Christmas event. Their Family Support Center provided essential services through multiple pantries, distributing over 1,100 pounds of clothing and other vital supplies to families in need. The organization is expanding its community outreach with new prevention programs, including naloxone distribution and substance abuse education. Looking ahead, the network has planned numerous February events including health classes, dental services, and food bank distributions.
🏆 Mason County Chamber kicks off search for community's brightest stars. The Chamber's 2025 First Impressions Awards will recognize outstanding local projects that create positive impressions on visitors and investors. Eight distinct categories span everything from attractive signage and landscaping to downtown revitalization and young entrepreneurship. Projects can be nominated in areas including new residential and commercial developments, community enhancement initiatives, and creative use of vacant buildings. Nominations are due by February 28 and can be submitted to the Chamber's office or via email to Executive Director Hilda Austin.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Wahama (6-3) | ||
| @ Wirt County | L 60-56 (OT) |
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
The Nelsonville-York Buckeyes played spoiler Tuesday night, knocking off Southern 47-37 in a defensive slugfest that had all the excitement of watching paint dry. The Buckeyes (5-9) found their rhythm just in time to send the Tornadoes (8-8) spinning back home, setting up an intriguing matchup with Alexander tomorrow night.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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| Meigs (1-11) | ||
| @ Hannan | W 46-24 | |
| Southern (8-8) | ||
| @ Nelsonville-York | L 47-37 |
🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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| PRESENTED BY Northbend Church |
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
-Philippians 4:8