Good morning, Meigs County. A century-old naval gun from the USS West Virginia is getting a fresh lease on life at Parkersburg City Park. American Star Painting is meticulously stripping the historic deck gun to bare metal before applying new primer and paint—preserving a piece of maritime history that connects our region to America's naval legacy. The restoration project, which includes a 120-year-old steam engine, should be completed within two weeks, giving residents a renewed connection to our shared heritage.
Meanwhile, Wood County schools are diving deep into their finances with a forensic audit following the departure of three high school principals, including Williamstown's Jason Ward who resigned Tuesday night. In more promising educational news, Ohio University and Southern State Community College have forged a partnership creating seamless pathways for associate degree graduates to pursue bachelor's programs in nursing, journalism, and human services—opening doors for local students through both in-person and online learning options.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🔍 Wood County schools launch forensic audit after principal resignations. The Board of Education is investigating financial expenditures at all three district high schools following the recent departures of their principals. Williamstown High School Principal Jason Ward, who had been on paid suspension since March, became the third principal to leave after the board accepted his resignation Tuesday night. Board President Justin Raber emphasized that the investigations extend beyond just the principals, stating that "any allegations made to the board are being investigated." Officials expect the process to take several months and have promised to share findings with the public once completed.
🚢 Historic naval gun from USS West Virginia gets new life. The deck gun, believed to have served on the battleship, is undergoing significant restoration at Parkersburg City Park in West Virginia. American Star Painting is handling the refurbishment, which involves stripping the gun to bare metal before applying primer and paint. Mayor Tom Joyce emphasized the importance of proper restoration to ensure longevity of the century-old artifact, which was donated by the Creel family possibly in the 1970s. The project, which includes restoration of a 120-year-old steam engine, is expected to be completed within two weeks.
🎓 Ohio University and SSCC create seamless pathway for transfer students. The partnership allows Southern State Community College students who complete associate degrees to easily transition into bachelor's programs at Ohio University. Students can pursue degrees in Human Services, Journalism, and nursing through both in-person and online options. The agreement includes an RN to BSN pathway in one of Ohio's top-ranked nursing programs. With SSCC campuses in Hillsboro and Mount Orab, many students are expected to utilize OHIO's online learning options for greater accessibility.
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Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
-Romans 12:2
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