Good morning, Scioto County. Here's a warm, engaging introduction for the local newsletter:Did you know that before there was Instagram tea culture, there were actual tea parties that helped shape American history? (And no, we're not just talking about that famous one in Boston!) This week, some lucky fifth graders at Poage Elementary got to experience their own taste of colonial tea time, complete with period costumes and special "America 250!" branded tea bags. Speaking of building connections to our past while looking toward the future, Shawnee State University is brewing up some exciting changes of its own. They've just appointed Jamie Barker, a familiar face in Appalachian Ohio politics and education, as their new Chief External Relations Officer. Barker will be trading his current role at SSU's Center for Appalachian Public Policy for an even bigger mission: strengthening the university's ties throughout Ohio. Let's dive into this week's local headlines that have everyone talking...
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🎓 Shawnee State University names new chief relationship builder for 2025. Jamie Barker, a former high school teacher and Senator Portman's regional director, will step into the role of Chief External Relations Officer at the Ohio university starting January. In his new position, Barker will be responsible for strengthening connections between the university and government officials, businesses, and community partners throughout Ohio. President Braun praised Barker's deep understanding of Appalachian Ohio's needs and his track record of building collaborative relationships. The appointment builds on Barker's current role at SSU's Center for Appalachian Public Policy and leverages his extensive experience in regional politics and education.
🫖 Fifth-graders sip tea with history at special colonial-themed party. The Poage Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) hosted an educational tea party at Poage Elementary as part of their "America 250!" celebration. Students got to experience a taste of colonial culture while learning about American history from DAR members, including chair Lynda Cannon who dressed in period costume. The event featured special "America 250!" branded tea bags and traditional tea service settings. Through this interactive experience, DAR continues its mission of promoting patriotic education and historical awareness among young Americans.
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🏀 Basketball Schedule Slam (Girls)
| Team | Opponent | Date/Time |
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 Clay Panthers | ||
| vs Rose Hill Christian | 12/21 @ 6:00pm | |
 Glenwood Tigers | ||
| @ Western | 12/23 @ 6:15pm | |
 Green Bobcats | ||
| @ Oak Hill | 12/23 @ 6:00pm | |
 Minford Falcons | ||
| @ Marietta | 12/21 @ 1:30pm | |
 Northwest Mohawks | ||
| @ Southern | 12/21 @ 1:00pm | |
| vs Fairview | 12/23 @ 7:30pm | |
 Portsmouth Trojans | ||
| @ Fairland | 12/21 @ 7:00pm | |
| @ Gallia Academy | 12/23 @ 7:00pm | |
 East Tartans | ||
| @ Symmes Valley | 12/23 @ 7:15pm | |
 South Webster Jeeps | ||
| vs Chesapeake | 12/21 @ 2:30pm | |
 Wheelersburg Pirates | ||
| vs Fairfield | 12/21 @ 1:00pm | |
| @ Peebles | 12/23 @ 6:00pm |
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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Updated home with spacious backyard
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🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Consider setting up an automatic savings plan that transfers a small portion of your paycheck into a savings or investment account each month; this "pay yourself first" strategy can help you build wealth without even thinking about it.
🙏 In Remembrance
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The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.
-Zephaniah 3:17