Good morning, Scioto County. Talk about a financial fumble that would make any accountant wince - Bloom Township's fiscal officer is facing a $1,465 bill after what auditors dubbed "gross negligence" in handling public payments. It turns out paying bills on time isn't just good advice for our personal lives; it's actually a requirement when you're managing taxpayer dollars.
On the bright side, Spring Valley's basketball team continues to write their perfect season story, with Harrison Riggs dropping 26 points in a decisive victory over Ironton. While the Timberwolves celebrate their unblemished 9-0 record, our community mourns the loss of Daniel Jones II, whose sudden passing on State Route 7 reminds us how precious and unpredictable life can be.
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💰 Township official must repay $1,465 for late payment penalties in Ohio. Bloom Township fiscal officer Diana Stonerock faces a finding for recovery after auditors discovered penalties and interest charges from late payments in 2022-2023. The township incurred fees for delayed submissions to the IRS, workers' compensation, and pension systems. Auditors called the repeated late payments "gross negligence" that served no proper public purpose. The violations were uncovered during a routine audit of the township's finances in Scioto County.
🏀 Spring Valley remains perfect, crushes Ironton 63-45 in basketball showdown. The undefeated Timberwolves (9-0) overcame an early deficit, dominating the middle quarters against their rivals. Harrison Riggs led all scorers with 26 points, while teammates Clay Robertson and Keyan Grayson contributed 15 and 13 points respectively. The win marked Spring Valley's second victory over Ironton this season, cementing their position as a regional powerhouse. The Fighting Tigers (5-4) struggled to keep pace, with Bryce Markins and Braden Schreck each scoring 12 points in the losing effort.
💔 Medical emergency leads to fatal crash on Ohio highway. A 48-year-old Proctorville man, Daniel L. Jones II, died after his vehicle struck a guardrail on State Route 7 early Saturday morning. Officials from the Ohio State Highway Patrol believe Jones experienced a medical emergency while driving near State Route 775 around 2:05 a.m. Emergency responders transported Jones to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The Lawrence County authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident.
🏀 Basketball Scoreboard (Girls)
Talk about living on the edge - Glenwood Tigers squeaked past Clay Panthers 64-62 in a nail-biter that had fans checking their blood pressure. The Tigers (5-5) found just enough magic to spoil Clay's home court advantage, though the Panthers (9-5) won't have much time to dwell on it with Notre Dame looming on Thursday.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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| Clay (9-5) | ||
| vs Glenwood | L 64-62 | |
| Glenwood (5-5) | ||
| @ Clay | W 64-62 | |
| Minford (7-4) | ||
| vs Waverly | W 54-40 | |
| Portsmouth (15-0) | ||
| vs Lakota West** | W 51-42 | |
| South Webster (2-12) | ||
| vs Valley | L 41-25 |
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Cozy starter home near amenities
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Affordable lot with utility access
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🙏 In Remembrance
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Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
-Galatians 6:9