Good morning, Meigs County. History comes alive this May as The Castle invites residents to walk through the hallowed grounds of Rockland Cemetery, Ohio's second oldest burial site. The guided tour on May 10 offers a poignant journey through our military heritage, sharing stories of local veterans who served in conflicts from the Indian War through Korea. For those seeking a different kind of local pride, Butcher Family Farm's prestigious West Virginia Garden Club Award of Honor showcases how environmental stewardship has flourished right in our backyard since the 1930s.
The future looks bright as nearly 50 young minds recently transformed Parkersburg's Municipal Building into a laboratory of civic engagement. These students—tomorrow's leaders—confidently stepped into roles from mayor to council members during the "Young Voices" event, proving they're more than ready to tackle community issues. According to Councilman Chris Rexroad, these young participants didn't just play government—they mastered Robert's Rules and contributed "well-thought and informed comments" that would make any community proud.
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🪦 Rockland Cemetery tour reveals Belpre's rich military history. The Castle is hosting a guided walk through Ohio's second oldest settlement on May 10, sharing stories of veterans and their families spanning multiple wars. Visitors will learn about early settlers who faced hardships during the Indian War and family members lost in conflicts from the Civil War through Korea. The tour highlights several WWII casualties, including soldiers who died in D-Day training and the Battle of Hurtgen Forest. Tickets are available for $12 through The Castle's website or by phone.
🌱 Local farm blossoms with prestigious garden club honor. Butcher Family Farm in Washington, West Virginia received the West Virginia Garden Club Award of Honor, recognizing their outstanding environmental stewardship and community engagement. Farm Manager Bob Butcher accepted the award Monday, surrounded by friends, family and community members. The family-owned farm, operating since the 1930s, was praised for its beautification efforts, pollinator-friendly habitats, and educational initiatives. Looking ahead, the farm is preparing for Mother's Day weekend with thousands of hanging baskets and food trucks, followed by special fall events featuring mums and pumpkin displays in October.
🏛️ Students take over city hall for a day in Parkersburg. Nearly 50 public and homeschooled students participated in a mock city council meeting at the Parkersburg Municipal Building on April 22. The "Young Voices" event, organized by Sow & Grow Together and city officials, allowed students to assume roles including mayor, council members, clerk, and attorney. Participants toured the building, met city officials, and conducted a public forum where they could raise issues important to them. According to Councilman Chris Rexroad, the students quickly adapted to using Robert's Rules and made "well-thought and informed comments."
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
The Eastern Eagles soared past the Meigs Marauders 5-3 in Monday's non-league showdown, improving their impressive record to 14-2 on the season. While the Eagles prepare to face the 7-6 Trimble Tomcats next, Meigs (7-9) will look to rebound against the Gallia Academy Blue Devils, who are fresh off a nail-biting 9-8 victory over Rock Hill.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Meigs (7-9) | ||
@ Eastern | L 5-3 | |
Eastern (14-2) | ||
vs Meigs | W 5-3 | |
Wahama (9-10) | ||
@ Winfield | L 5-2 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Wahama's White Falcons turned Monday's softball matchup into batting practice, soaring to a 21-4 rout over Southern's Tornadoes in non-league action. The win improved Wahama to an impressive 21-4 season mark, matching their run total for the day.Meanwhile, Meigs' Marauders silenced Warren's bats in a commanding 10-0 shutout victory. The Marauders improved to 11-5 on the season, leaving the Warriors searching for answers before their next challenge.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Meigs (11-5) | ||
@ Warren | W 10-0 | |
Eastern (10-7) | ||
vs South Charleston | W 16-5 | |
Southern (13-3) | ||
vs Wahama | L 21-4 | |
Wahama (21-4) | ||
@ Southern | W 21-4 |
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