Good morning, Pike County. A striking statistic emerges from Tuesday's primary election: just 6.19% of registered Scioto County voters cast ballots. Despite this low turnout, residents made their voices heard on critical community issues, overwhelmingly approving the renewal of a developmental disability services levy and a replacement senior center levy in Jefferson Township. Both measures secure essential funding for the next five years, demonstrating how even small civic participation can make meaningful impacts.
The rain couldn't dampen spirits at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center's third annual Springfest, where over 600 people gathered to support veteran mental health awareness. The event's impressive turnout underscores a sobering reality: veterans represent 14% of adult suicide deaths while comprising only 7% of the adult population. Through car shows, runs, and resource booths, the community rallied around those who've served—proving that sometimes the most important battles our veterans face happen after they return home.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🗳️ Scioto County voters approve key levies in low-turnout primary election. Only 6.19% of registered voters cast ballots in the May 2025 primary, according to unofficial results. The county overwhelmingly approved renewing a developmental disability services levy by a vote of 2,175-651. Jefferson Township voters also supported a replacement senior center levy with a 117-48 margin. Both measures will extend for five years, ensuring continued funding for essential community services.
🎖️ Veterans rally in the rain for mental health awareness. Over 600 people attended the Chillicothe VA Medical Center's third annual Springfest despite rainy conditions. The event featured a classic car show, 5K run, live music, and information booths focused on raising awareness for veteran mental health and suicide prevention. Veterans account for 14% of all adult suicide deaths while making up only 7% of the adult population, with younger veterans and those with PTSD at higher risk. The VA offers various mental health services including therapy, psychiatric care, and specialized programs for conditions like PTSD and depression.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
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Piketon (5-11-1) | ||
vs Symmes Valley | W 4-1 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
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Eastern (11-8) | ||
vs Clay | L 11-1 |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Foreclosure no peek bargain acres: Foreclosure auction with a $80,000 minimum bid for a 3-bed, 1-bath home on 5+ acres in Waverly, OH. No interior access; 5% buyer's premium applies.
Rural estate needing renovation: This $129,900 home features 5 bedrooms on an acre of land, with a main-floor primary suite, kitchen off the garage, and upstairs great room with additional bedrooms.
Huge fixer-upper on acreage: For $139,900, this property features 6.4 acres of beautiful country land with a mix of woods, pasture, and a stone-layered stream. The house offers nice size but requires major repairs, presenting various possibilities for investors.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🙏 In Remembrance
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🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
-Matthew 6:33
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