Good morning, Perry County. New Lexington is buzzing with holiday cheer after its annual Christmas parade showcased a dazzling array of illuminated floats, bringing the community together in festive spirit. Meanwhile, on the sports front, the West Muskingum Tornadoes are gearing up to face the New Lexington Panthers this Friday, with both teams looking to improve their standings as they battle it out on the court. In a different realm, the New Lexington Schools are planting seeds for the future with a high tunnel garden project, set to enrich students' learning experience while providing fresh produce for the cafeteria by 2025.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
✨ New Lexington shines bright this holiday season as the town hosted its annual Christmas parade on December 6. The event featured a spectacular display of illuminated floats, delighting residents and visitors alike with festive cheer. Attendees were treated to not only sparkling lights but also a strong sense of community and holiday spirit. For those interested in reliving the magic, additional parade photos can be found on page A4 of the Perry County Tribune. As the town embraces the season, it's clear that New Lexington knows how to light up the holidays.
🏀 Tensions are building as the West Muskingum Tornadoes prepare to face off against the New Lexington Panthers this Friday at 7:00 p.m. Fresh off a commanding 71-40 victory over Meadowbrook, West Muskingum is eager to keep the momentum going, led by standout sophomore Carter Smith. Conversely, New Lexington comes into the game looking to overcome a recent drought after falling 55-48 to Maysville, marking their fifth consecutive defeat. The matchup promises to be exciting, especially with both teams averaging a solid 20.7 rebounds per game, making rebounding skills crucial for success. Will West Muskingum turn the tide after their loss to New Lexington last season? Only time will tell.
🌱 New Lexington Schools is getting a garden upgrade with the introduction of a high tunnel, an innovative structure designed to help veggies thrive. Unlike a traditional greenhouse, this unheated hoop house harnesses the sun's warmth to extend the growing season and will sit over open soil, making it ideal for agriculture education. New Lexington Middle School's ag teacher, Evan Davis, has big plans: by May 2025, the fruits (and vegetables) of this effort will be served in the school’s cafeteria. This initiative combines hands-on learning with fresh, local produce—what a delicious way to learn about sustainability!
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
 Miller Falcons | ||
| vs Wellston | L 56-26 | |
 Crooksville Ceramics | ||
| @ Morgan | L 37-27 | |
| vs Coshocton | W 58-17 | |
 New Lexington Panthers | ||
| @ Maysville | W 47-38 | |
| @ West Muskingum | L 33-28 | |
 Sheridan Generals | ||
| vs Fort Frye | L 40-35 | |
| vs Philo | W 50-22 | |
| @ John Glenn | W 57-36 |
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Charming ranch with modern updates
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Spacious home with above-ground pool
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