Good morning, Pike County. At the Circleville Pumpkin Show, Bernice Alexander had a near miss with a heart emergency, but thanks to Dr. Hafeez Hassan and his team, she made a speedy recovery after a critical artery blockage was addressed, reminding us all about the importance of community health resources. Over in Jackson County, ODOT is inviting feedback on the Big Run Road bridge project set to start in 2025, with promises of minimal disruption to residents. Meanwhile, the Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities has welcomed new board members Randi Uhrig and Bill Showman, gearing up for fresh ideas to support individuals with developmental disabilities while honoring the significant contributions of those they've replaced.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🌽 **A Close Call at the Pumpkin Show** Bernice Alexander's festive outing to the Circleville Pumpkin Show turned into a life-saving experience thanks to Dr. Hafeez Hassan and the team at Adena Health. While enjoying the festival, Bernice felt sudden chest pain, prompting her husband to call for help. After a speedy ambulance ride, she was whisked away to the Adena Regional Medical Center, where Dr. Hassan quickly addressed a critical 100% blockage in her artery, even beating national response time benchmarks. Thankfully, Bernice recovered swiftly and praised the professional care she received, feeling fortunate to have access to such skilled medical staff in the area. Now back to her lively routine, she emphasizes the importance of community health resources for unexpected emergencies.
🚧 ODOT seeks input on Big Run Road bridge project. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 9 is inviting public comments on a proposed bridge replacement on Big Run Road, located in rural Liberty Township, Jackson County. The project, situated at the 3.09-mile mark, will not require any new right-of-way, meaning no homes or businesses will be disrupted. During construction, the road will be closed, with a state detour set up to reroute traffic approximately four miles away. Interested parties can submit their thoughts to ODOT by January 2, 2025, as the project aims for an environmental commitment by May 2025 and a completion date in September 2025.
🛠️ Pioneer Center Welcomes New Board Members. The Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities has ushered in a wave of change with the addition of two new board members, Randi Uhrig and Bill Showman, following the retirement of long-serving members Mike Thompson and Mike Wilbanks. HR Director Brady Ratzlaff performed the swearing-in ceremony at the December meeting, where current member Katie Guba also renewed her term. Superintendent Amy Beeler expressed gratitude for the departing members, acknowledging their significant contributions to the board's mission of enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Excitement is brewing as the board looks forward to the fresh perspectives and dedication Uhrig and Showman will bring to the team.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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 Piketon Redstreaks | ||
| @ Adena | W 33-31 | |
 Eastern Eagles | ||
| @ Green | L 61-41 | |
| vs Portsmouth West | L 56-38 | |
 Waverly Tigers | ||
| @ McClain | L 61-59 | |
| @ Northwest | W 54-35 | |
| vs Fairfield Union | L 83-49 | |
 Western Indians | ||
| @ Notre Dame | L 62-27 |
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🙏 In Remembrance
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-Deuteronomy 31:6