Good morning, Pike County. The woods of Ohio will soon echo with a new conservation effort as the ODNR Division of Natural Areas and Preserves prepares to hold special deer hunts across 22 counties. These carefully managed hunts aim to protect native plant communities from overpopulation, with hunters entering a lottery system for $5 per ticket. Most preserves will host archery hunts, though three locations will permit firearms—a strategic balance of wildlife management and recreational opportunity.
On greener pastures, local golf talent continues to shine as Huntington's Tucker Taylor carded an impressive 4-under 68 at the Unioto Invitational. Meanwhile, the clock ticks ominously for more than 700 workers at Chillicothe's Pixelle paper mill, scheduled to close August 10th despite extensive efforts from state officials to attract buyers. The contrast between athletic achievement and industrial uncertainty highlights the complex tapestry of challenges and triumphs that define our community this summer.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🦌 Ohio nature preserves open for special deer hunts to control populations. The ODNR Division of Natural Areas and Preserves will hold lottery-selected hunts across 22 counties during the 2025-2026 season. Hunters must attend mandatory meetings and purchase $5 tickets to enter drawings for specific preserves they wish to hunt. Most locations will offer archery hunts, while three preserves will permit gun and muzzleloader hunts. These controlled hunts target areas where high deer populations threaten native plant communities, with some hunts requiring hunters to take antlerless deer first.
⛳ High school golf tournaments showcase young talent across Ohio. Huntington's Tucker Taylor earned medalist honors with an impressive 4-under 68 at the Unioto Invitational, where West Union claimed the team victory. In girls' competition, Zane Trace dominated multiple tournaments, with Rosella Lattavo shooting a stellar 68 to earn medalist honors at the Fairfield Union Lady Falcons Invitational. The Portsmouth Invitational saw Waterford top the leaderboard in boys' play, while Waverly's Caden Corkerton and Waterford's Braun Doak shared co-medalist honors with matching 76s.
🏭 Ohio paper mill faces imminent shutdown with no rescue in sight. Governor DeWine revealed there's "nothing good" to report as Pixelle Specialty Solutions prepares to close its Chillicothe plant on August 10. Despite efforts from JobsOhio to attract potential buyers and Senator Moreno securing a 60-day extension, no purchase has materialized. The closure will leave more than 700 workers unemployed unless a last-minute buyer emerges. Weekly strategy meetings between federal and state offices have recently been canceled, signaling dwindling hopes for the mill's future.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Modern farmhouse dream barn included: Newly-constructed farmhouse with 3,294 square feet is back on the market for $459,900. The picturesque property features a wrap-around porch, vaulted ceilings, multiple bedrooms, and a barn with stalls.
Spacious stadium-adjacent family gem: This spacious family home, listed at $130,500, offers four bedrooms across two floors, with living and dining areas, two full bathrooms, and a fenced backyard adjacent to Waverly Schools Stadium.
Rural retreat with modern updates: List price: $225,000. This ranch home comes with new vinyl plank flooring, updated HVAC, and a 2025 roof, situated on a property featuring pasture, woods, fencing, two barns, abundant wildlife, and stunning hilltop views.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🍞 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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