Good morning, Meigs County. Three decades of community support deserves celebration, and that's exactly what the Mid-Ohio Valley Post-Polio Group has achieved. Their 31-year milestone gathering featured American Red Cross volunteer Luke Zyla sharing vital information about free smoke detector availability, while beautiful artwork from Artbeat Studio artists provided a fitting backdrop to this testament of enduring community service.
Local governance is evolving in Belpre, where City Council has shifted meeting times to 6:30 p.m. starting next month and advanced a $110,000 generator project for emergency well power. Meanwhile, music lovers have a perfect Thursday evening planned as Highway 7 takes the stage at Parkersburg City Park for Artsbridge's Summer Music Series. This free concert kicks off at 6:30 p.m., continuing a tradition that brings community together while supporting arts programs throughout the Mid-Ohio Valley.
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🦠 Post-Polio support group celebrates 31 years of community service. The Mid-Ohio Valley Post-Polio Group marked their anniversary with the Wood County Society during a recent gathering. American Red Cross volunteer Luke Zyla presented information about a program offering free smoke detectors for homes lacking proper safety equipment. Group members including Warren Peascoe, Patsy Johnson, and others were in attendance at the celebration. Artwork created by Artbeat Studio artists was displayed in the background and is available for purchase.
🏛️ Belpre City Council reshapes local governance with key votes. Council approved multiple readings on budget appropriations and extended a moratorium on new substance counseling services. Meeting times will shift from 7:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. starting in September, while the city progresses on a $110,000 generator project for well emergency power. Mayor Abdella announced plans to address storm water issues through a public meeting and confirmed the upcoming removal of a park shelter to make way for an All Inclusive Playground.
🎵 Highway 7 band headlines Thursday's free concert at Parkersburg City Park. The performance, part of Artsbridge's Summer Music Series, begins at 6:30 p.m. with Luke Colombo opening and People's Bank sponsoring. This family-friendly event aims to unite the community through live music while collecting donations to support arts in the Mid-Ohio Valley. The summer series continues weekly through August 28, featuring various local talents and concluding with a showcase of high school bands. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to enjoy the performances.
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