Good morning, Pike County. Faith meets expansion as Praises Christian bookstore turns the page on a new chapter, relocating from downtown Chillicothe to a spacious Shawnee Square location. The move solves parking headaches while creating room for new offerings like laser engraving and an expanded selection of gifts. Owner Herman Patrick's strategic relocation aims to better serve both locals and the out-of-state visitors who make special trips specifically for the store's unique Christian merchandise.
Pike County's youth continue to demonstrate exceptional talent, with eight Career Technology Center students bringing home medals from the Ohio SkillsUSA state competition. Landon Marhoover and Natalie Beekman led the pack with gold medals, with Beekman advancing to nationals in Atlanta. Meanwhile, fire investigators are seeking the community's help after determining that a July 5 blaze at a vacant Frankfort mobile home was deliberately set, with a $5,000 reward now offered for information leading to conviction.
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📚 Christian bookstore relocates to meet customer demand. Praises has moved from Downtown Chillicothe to a larger storefront in Shawnee Square, solving parking problems and providing more space for merchandise. Owner Herman Patrick emphasizes that the move will benefit both local shoppers and out-of-state visitors who come specifically for the store's Christian products. The expanded location allows Praises to offer new services like laser engraving and an expanded selection of gifts, jewelry, and bereavement items. Customers can now visit the store at its new address: 94 Consumer Center Drive in Chillicothe.
🔥 Arson destroys Ross County mobile home, reward offered for tips. Investigators have determined a July 5 fire at a vacant mobile home in Frankfort was intentionally set. The Concord Township Fire Department responded to the blaze around 10:50 p.m., containing it to one room with no reported injuries. The State Fire Marshal's Fire and Explosion Investigations Bureau is now seeking public assistance to identify those responsible. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered by the Blue Ribbon Arson Committee for information leading to arrest and conviction.
🏆 Pike County students shine at SkillsUSA state competition. Eight students from Pike County Career Technology Center earned medals across various technical disciplines at the Ohio SkillsUSA state competition. Landon Marhoover and Natalie Beekman captured gold medals in electrical construction wiring and phlebotomy demonstration respectively, with Beekman advancing to nationals in Atlanta. Other medalists showcased skills in building maintenance, medical technology, and public speaking. Students credited their success to real-world experience, extensive practice, and adherence to safety protocols, with many expressing how SkillsUSA has built their confidence and created valuable career opportunities.
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💰 Financial Friday
Consider reviewing and revising your budget regularly to reflect any changes in your income or expenses; this will help you stay on track with your financial goals and make informed spending decisions.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
-Ephesians 4:29
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