Good morning, Pike County. The Chillicothe Cavaliers kicked off their FAC season with a tense win against the Hillsboro Indians, honoring coaching icon Thomas M. Cuppett in a touching court dedication. Meanwhile, the Pioneer Center welcomed new board members, thanking the outgoing stalwarts for their dedicated service to the community's developmental disabilities initiatives. Over in Jackson County, ODOT is opening the floor for public feedback on the Big Run Bridge replacement project, with traffic detours on the horizon but no affect on local homes or businesses.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏀 Chillicothe Cavaliers triumph in FAC opener. In a thrilling basketball showdown, the Chillicothe Cavaliers secured a 62-56 victory over the Hillsboro Indians in their first game of the FAC season, demonstrating their resolve after recent losses. The game featured a remarkable court dedication ceremony in honor of late coaching legend Thomas M. Cuppett, adding a heartfelt touch to the evening. Key contributors included Caydon Cox, who led the scoring with 16 points, and Cam Badger, named “Player of the Game” after netting 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. With this win, Chillicothe looks ahead to their next battle against Miami Trace, aiming to build on this momentum.
🗳️ Pioneer Center welcomes new faces. The Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities has officially sworn in new board members Randi Uhrig and Bill Showman, alongside current member Katie Guba, who will serve renewed terms. This transition comes as the board bids farewell to long-time members Mike Thompson, who has served since 2012, and Mike Wilbanks, a dedicated member since 2018. Superintendent Amy Beeler expressed gratitude for the significant contributions of the outgoing members, emphasizing their irreplaceable dedication and wisdom. The Pioneer Center continues its mission to enhance community participation and the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities in Ross County.
🚧 ODOT Seeks Input on Big Run Bridge Replacement Project. The Ohio Department of Transportation's District 9 is inviting public comments on a bridge-replacement initiative for Big Run Road in Jackson County, specifically at the 3.09-mile mark in Liberty Township. Fortunately, no homes or businesses will be affected, as the project won't require any new right-of-way. During construction, traffic will be detoured for approximately four miles, utilizing County Road 56 and Limerick Road. Interested residents can submit their opinions until January 2, 2025, as the project is slated for an award on September 2, 2025.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Boys)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Eastern Eagles | ||
| @ Wheelersburg | W 58-53 | |
| @ Green | W 72-57 | |
| @ South Webster | L 57-31 | |
 Piketon Redstreaks | ||
| vs Paint Valley | L 59-44 | |
| vs Huntington | W 61-42 | |
| vs Manchester | L 52-40 | |
 Waverly Tigers | ||
| @ Hillsboro | L 57-48 | |
| @ Western | L 38-34 | |
 Western Indians | ||
| @ Valley | L 73-68 (OT) | |
| vs Waverly | W 38-34 |
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🙏 In Remembrance
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