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🎭 Spooky stage debut

Scioto County • March 24, 2025

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Good morning, Scioto County. The curtain rises this weekend on a delightfully macabre family affair as Ironton High School students bring "The Addams Family Musical" to life. Despite an abbreviated two-month rehearsal schedule, this talented cast of 18 has rallied behind first-time drama director Thaddeus Stambaugh to create what promises to be a comedic yet heartwarming production. For just $10-15, you can witness Wednesday Addams' unlikely romance unfold on stage Friday through Sunday.

In the courtroom, a jury has delivered its verdict in a violent burglary case, finding 67-year-old Ricky McKnight guilty of felonious assault with sentencing scheduled for April 16. On a more uplifting note, the Foundation for the Tri-State has established the Mary Witten Wiseman Endowment, honoring the retired CEO's remarkable 30-year legacy of community service. The fund ensures her vision of improving the Tri-State region will continue for generations to come.

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☕️ What's Brewing Locally

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⚖️ Ironton man found guilty in violent burglary case. A jury convicted 67-year-old Ricky McKnight of felonious assault and a lesser burglary charge, though he was acquitted of aggravated burglary. Judge Christen Finley scheduled his sentencing for April 16, with McKnight also facing a separate probation violation hearing next week. The article details several other unrelated Lawrence County court cases, including probation violations resulting in STAR Community Justice Center placements and various drug-related charges. Several defendants received probation terms, while others were ordered to wear ankle monitors while their cases proceed.

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🌟 Retired CEO's legacy immortalized through new community endowment. The Foundation for the Tri-State has established a fund honoring Mary Witten Wiseman, who retired after more than 30 years of service. During her tenure, Wiseman drove remarkable growth and funded numerous projects improving the Tri-State region. The Mary Witten Wiseman Endowment will provide sustainable funding for community initiatives across the area. Foundation Board Chair Jodi Rowe-Collins praised the endowment as a way to continue Wiseman's impactful work for generations to come.

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🎭 Ironton High School brings "The Addams Family Musical" to life this weekend. The production features a talented cast of 18 students performing under first-time drama director Thaddeus Stambaugh, who took over the reins late but has impressed the cast with his leadership. Despite an abbreviated rehearsal schedule of just two months, the students have made remarkable progress in preparing the comedic yet heartwarming story of Wednesday Addams falling in love with a man from an ordinary family. Performances run Friday through Sunday with tickets priced at $15 for adults and $10 for students.

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🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla

🔄 Mar. 27 - New CTE Educators Workshop: Calling new CTE educators! Dive into quality measures, work-based learning, and more at Scioto County Career Technical Center on March 27. Perfect for freshly minted career and technical education instructors looking to level up.
📚 Mar. 27 - Roly Poly Baby Storytime: Wiggle and giggle at Roly Poly Storytime with Miss Stefanie! Bring your little ones to Scioto County Public Library on March 27 for music, dancing, and reading that spark your baby's development.
🍪 Mar. 27 - Easter Cookie Decorating Class: Get creative with frosting at the Easter Cookie Decorating Class! Join The Cottage Cookie at Mile 1 on March 27 at Porter Township Community Center for a fun-filled session of springtime treats.
📚 Mar. 28 - Sensory Story Fun: Wiggle and giggle at Sensory Story Time! Little ones ages 3-8 can enjoy stories, songs, movement and play in a sensory-friendly environment at Lucasville Library on Friday, March 28th at 4pm.
🎭 Mar. 28 - Disney Newsies Jr.: Extra! Extra! Young newsies take center stage at the Vern Riffe Center on March 28. PAAC presents Disney Newsies Jr., a thrilling tale of ragtag newspaper sellers standing up to powerful moguls in New York City.
🐄 Mar. 28 - CSG Open Barn Sale: Step into the barn for CSG's annual Open Barn Sale on March 28th at 5:00pm! Browse treasures on a first-come basis at 929 Coriell Rd, Portsmouth, where community tradition meets shopping fun.
🌱 Mar. 29 - Community Seed Starting Party: Plant seeds and friendships at the SEED STARTING PARTY on March 29! Dig into fun, food, and community while starting herbs and flowers at 429 2nd St, Portsmouth. Green thumbs optional!
🧑‍🌾 Mar. 29 - Chillicothe Winter Market: Fresh local produce awaits at the Chillicothe Farmers Market this Saturday! Stop by the Ross County Service Center parking lot from 10AM-12PM to grab winter and spring goodies from area farmers.

🍞 Daily Bread Crumb

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

-Isaiah 40:30-31

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