Good morning, Pike County. The orange cones and "Road Closed" signs are multiplying across Scioto County faster than spring dandelions. From Junior Furnace-Powellsville Road to Pond Run, a maze of closures and restrictions awaits drivers this week as county crews tackle everything from slips to berming operations. If your daily commute includes any of these routes, you might want to leave a few minutes earlier—or perhaps invest in that all-terrain vehicle you've been eyeing.
Meanwhile, Portsmouth's renaissance continues one volunteer hour at a time, thanks to local power couple Tanner and Sydney Hatcher. From Tanner's record-breaking $61,000 in Boy Scout popcorn sales at age 16 to Sydney's transition from nursing to community leadership, they exemplify the next generation reshaping the region. And for sports enthusiasts, local volleyball rivals Chillicothe and Unioto recently delivered an athletic showdown that highlighted the growing popularity of boys volleyball throughout our area.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🚧 Scioto County roads face multiple closures and restrictions this week. The Engineer's Department announced lane restrictions on Junior Furnace-Powellsville Road, Bennett School House Road, and Henley Comstock Road due to slips and ongoing repairs. Clinton Furnace Road and Feurt Hill Road remain closed until further notice, while contractor work will shut down Pond Run for approximately 90 days and Hayport Road for two weeks. County crews will be conducting berming operations with flaggers maintaining traffic on various roads throughout the week. Additionally, mowing operations will cover multiple townships including Bloom, Vernon, Green, and Porter.
🌟 The Hatcher family builds Portsmouth's renaissance one volunteer act at a time. This second installment of a two-part series spotlights Tanner Hatcher and his wife Sydney, who continue the family's legacy of community service and business development. Tanner, known for his optimism and generosity, began his community involvement at 16 when he broke national records selling $61,000 worth of Boy Scout popcorn. Sydney, who transitioned from nursing to real estate, serves on multiple boards and committees while promoting a simple but powerful mission: "Be a positive influence within the community." Together, they represent the next generation of community leaders working to transform Portsmouth.
🏐 Local rivals face off in high-stakes boys volleyball showdown. Chillicothe and Unioto high schools battled on the court during an intense varsity matchup on April 29, 2025, in Chillicothe, Ohio. Key players Carter Dunfee and Mercer Cutright led Chillicothe's offensive attack, while Unioto countered with powerful spikes from Isaac Ridder and Mathias Geise. The match featured impressive defensive plays and athletic performances from both teams, showcasing the growing popularity of boys volleyball in the region.
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But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
-Isaiah 40:31
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