Good morning, Pike County. Nothing brings communities together quite like friendly competition, and the Ross County Fair's family game night proved just that. Laughter filled the air as participants of all ages tackled spelling bees, scavenger hunts, and the crowd-favorite Oreo race on August 6. Host Lori Graves transformed simple games into memorable moments, creating one of the fair's standout attractions amid the festive atmosphere.
Meanwhile, significant leadership changes are reshaping local healthcare as Jeff Graham announces his retirement as Adena Health's president and CEO, effective September 2025. His eight-year tenure saw remarkable growth, doubling the organization's size and expanding services across nine counties. As Katherine Edrington prepares to take the helm with her nursing background and technological innovations, Scioto County residents should also note upcoming mid-August roadwork that will bring lane restrictions throughout the area—all dates weather permitting, of course.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎮 Laughter erupts at Ross County Fair's family game night. The August 6 event captivated fairgoers with an entertaining lineup of activities including spelling bees, scavenger hunts, and the crowd-pleasing Oreo race. Hosted by Lori Graves, the game night brought families together for friendly competition amid the fair's festive atmosphere. Participants of all ages joined in the fun, making it one of the fair's standout attractions this year.
🏥 Rural healthcare CEO announces retirement after transformative leadership. Jeff Graham will step down as Adena Health president and CEO on September 30, 2025, after more than doubling the organization's size since taking leadership in 2017. The Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed current COO Katherine Edrington to succeed him beginning October 1. Under Graham's leadership, Adena expanded to a multi-specialty provider network with 30+ specialties, added new medical facilities, and established crucial clinical partnerships throughout the nine-county region. Edrington, who joined Adena eight years ago, brings nursing experience and has already implemented a unified electronic medical record system to enhance patient care.
🛣️ Scioto County announces crucial roadwork plans for mid-August. County Engineer Darren C. LeBrun has released the department's work schedule for August 11-14, 2025, which includes lane restrictions throughout the area. The schedule comes with the caveat that all dates are weather permitting, suggesting possible delays if conditions aren't favorable. This announcement is part of the county's ongoing infrastructure maintenance efforts to keep local roads safe and functional for residents.
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💰 Financial Friday
Consider creating a budget that separates your needs from your wants; this simple practice can help you gain better control over your spending habits and identify areas where you can save more effectively.
🍞 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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