Good morning, Meigs County. A decade of youth development leadership is about to make its mark on our region. Justin Clark steps into his role as CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington County this week, bringing with him an impressive resume that includes two master's degrees and recognition as Trainer of the Year for the Midwest Region. His vision of expanded access and collaboration could transform how our community supports its youngest members.
Musical boundaries will dissolve next month when LADAMA brings their pioneering Latin American sounds to Nelsonville's Snow Fork Event Center. This remarkable female collective blends traditional instruments with modern influences across multiple languages and cultures. Meanwhile, wisdom flows freely in Annie Lane's latest column, where a 68-year-old grandmother offers practical health advice alongside thoughtful guidance on relationships and self-love—reminding us that sometimes the best counsel comes from those who've witnessed life's full spectrum.
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👦 Leadership veteran takes helm at Washington County Boys & Girls Club. Justin Clark has been appointed as the new CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington County, effective Monday. Clark brings a decade of experience in youth development leadership, most recently serving as chief operating officer for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Parkersburg while simultaneously acting as interim COO in Washington County. The nationally recognized leader holds two master's degrees and has earned prestigious accolades including Trainer of the Year for the Midwest Region. Clark emphasizes collaboration as central to his vision, aiming to expand access to club services for more youth and families across the county.
🎵 Latin American female collective LADAMA brings free concert to Nelsonville. The pioneering group, featuring musicians from Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela, will perform at the Snow Fork Event Center on September 9 at 7:30 p.m. LADAMA blends traditional Latin American instruments with modern sounds, creating music that spans cultures and languages including Spanish, Portuguese, and English. Their performance is part of a collaboration between Stuart's Opera House and Ohio University's Performing Arts & Concert Series. Before the free public concert, LADAMA will also conduct a special workshop for students in Stuart's Afterschool Music Program.
👵 Grandma shares wisdom on health and relationships in advice column. Annie Lane's column features a 68-year-old grandmother emphasizing the importance of elderly people protecting their health around grandchildren due to lowered immunity. The column also includes advice for a "Cinderella" reader about self-love being more important than finding a "Prince Charming." In another segment, Lane advises a concerned friend to avoid meddling in her friend's parenting choices regarding what a child calls her mother's boyfriend. The column blends practical health guidance with thoughtful relationship advice.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Cattle paradise on 131 acres: Priced at $899,000, this 131-acre Meigs County property offers a turnkey cattle operation with a 2007-built farmhouse, four ponds, multiple barns, and high-tensile fencing throughout its rolling pastures and timber.
Prime woodland retreat near cities: For $400,000, this wooded 4-acre property offers seclusion with established trails, a cleared field, and utilities access. Located near Albany and Athens, it promises excellent deer hunting and timber potential.
Rural sportsman paradise awaits: This rural oasis in Meigs County, listed at $1.35 million, offers 238 acres of recreational paradise with multiple stocked ponds, diverse wildlife habitats, and a cozy hunt camp featuring modern amenities and a pole barn.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.
-1 Corinthians 16:13-14
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