Good morning, Pike County. The sound of shovels breaking ground at Bainbridge Church of Christ marked more than just a construction project—it symbolized a community building toward its future. The September 14th ceremony brought together members of all ages to celebrate the expansion that will add new meeting spaces, classrooms, and accessible facilities by spring 2026. This spirit of growth and renewal seems to be spreading throughout our region.
While Bainbridge looks forward to new facilities, Scioto County is working to rebuild its economic development approach following recent challenges. Commissioner Powell's proposal for an independent nonprofit development model aims to give equal voice to commissioners and businesses alike. In more sobering news, a 33-year-old Portsmouth man now faces aggravated murder charges following a September incident in Lucasville, with multiple additional serious charges filed in the case.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🙏 Bainbridge Church breaks ground for major expansion project. The Church of Christ community celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony on September 14, 2025, marking the beginning of construction for new facilities. The addition will include meeting spaces, classrooms, and handicapped-accessible restrooms, while existing areas will be renovated to expand the fellowship area. The ceremony brought together church members of all ages, from the oldest to the youngest and newest members, along with church leadership. Zurface Construction LLC expects to complete the project by late spring 2026.
🏢 Scioto County revives economic development after corruption setbacks. Commissioner Scottie Powell announced he's ready to move forward with new economic initiatives following indictments of county officials. The proposed approach involves creating an independent nonprofit where commissioners, major employers, and businesses would have equal voices in development decisions. Powell studied successful models from neighboring counties, noting they all relied on partnerships rather than single-entity control. Commissioner Merit Smith emphasized that despite recent challenges, economic development in the county "may have slowed down a little, but it's not stalled."
🔪 Ohio man faces murder charges after deadly September incident. James Ruggles, 33, of Portsmouth, was indicted by a Scioto County Grand Jury on multiple serious charges including aggravated murder. The case stems from a September 1 homicide in Lucasville, where a victim was found unresponsive by a concerned friend. Detectives quickly identified Ruggles as a person of interest and located him inside a Portsmouth business the following day. In addition to murder charges, Ruggles faces counts of felonious assault, aggravated arson, domestic violence, and tampering with evidence.
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Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
-Matthew 6:34
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