Good morning, Pike County. October's cosmic calendar is bursting with activities that blend education with entertainment. Shawnee State's Clark Planetarium is offering free shows twice weekly for stargazers, while earthbound events include the Pike County Sheriff's 32nd Annual Halloween Bash featuring tricks, treats, and haunted attractions. For those looking to boost professional skills, the Community Action Committee is bringing no-cost Microsoft Office workshops to Chillicothe, covering everything from document formatting to spreadsheet wizardry.
Meanwhile, a humble local treasure has received well-deserved recognition as jeweler Bob Dixon was named Waverly Alumnus of the Year. The surprised honoree, known for crafting trophies for all four county schools, modestly accepted the award saying, "I would never pick myself." Between planetarium shows, Halloween festivities, and community honors, Pike County is proving that autumn brings far more than just falling leaves to our corner of Ohio.
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📅 Portsmouth area buzzes with free planetarium shows and Halloween events. The Scioto County Commissioners meet regularly on Thursdays and Tuesdays at the courthouse, with meetings livestreamed on Facebook. Shawnee State University's Clark Planetarium offers free shows on Mondays and Thursdays at 7 p.m. for space enthusiasts. Teens can enjoy making Jack-o-lantern cork pumpkins at Lucasville Library on October 27. The Pike County Sheriff's Office will host its 32nd Annual Halloween Bash on October 28, featuring trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and haunted house attractions.
💻 Free Microsoft Office training workshops coming to Ohio this October. The Community Action Committee of Pike County is offering no-cost Microsoft Word and Excel workshops in Chillicothe on October 22-23, 2025. Participants will learn essential computer skills from document formatting to spreadsheet calculations during the full-day sessions. The article also highlights several community events including Halloween activities, with the Piketon Lions Club hosting their 32nd annual costume judging contest and the Waverly Lion's Club organizing a Halloween parade with cash prizes. Additionally, various support services like recycling sites, food pantry hours, and church service schedules are listed for Pike County residents.
💎 Local jeweler Bob Dixon honored as Waverly Alumnus of the Year. The award was presented during the annual alumni banquet at Lake White Club on October 6. Dixon, known for making trophies for all four county schools, was described as "a swell guy" and "a real easy choice" by Scott Dailey of the alumni association. The surprised recipient humbly accepted the honor, saying "I'm terrified. It's great. I would never pick myself." The Alumni of the Year recognition has evolved from honoring association members to celebrating community-enriching business leaders.
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For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
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