Good morning, Scioto County. Gold and silver aren't just precious metals—they're symbols of excellence that ACTC students Sean Brinker and Logan Rose brought home from Kentucky's SkillsUSA competition. Competing against over 1,000 peers in Louisville, these automotive technology standouts demonstrated that our region's technical talent shines on the state stage, with Brinker's performance earning him a shot at national recognition in Atlanta this June.
Meanwhile, sweet developments are underway as Ironton prepares to welcome its new Dairy Queen with Friday's groundbreaking ceremony. The 214 S. 8th St. location represents more than just Blizzards and chicken baskets—it's bringing 25 jobs and a scoop of hometown pride to the community. Those seeking deeper involvement in local education might consider attending Carter County's rotating school board meetings, where transparency and $1.5 million in recent grant allocations show how public engagement shapes our children's futures.
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🏆 Kentucky tech students strike gold and silver at state competition. ACTC students Sean Brinker and Logan Rose excelled at the state-level SkillsUSA competition in Louisville, competing against over 1,000 career and technical education students from across Kentucky. The four-day conference allowed students to network with industry professionals while showcasing skills in fields like automotive technology, welding, and robotics. Brinker's gold medal qualifies him to compete at the national level in Atlanta this June, representing ACTC's commitment to developing career-ready professionals. Their automotive technology program coordinator, John Bradley, expressed pride in how far the students have progressed.
🏫 Carter County School Board meetings offer transparency and community engagement. Held at different schools each month, these public meetings provide insight into educational decisions affecting students and the community. April's meeting at Prichard Elementary covered instructional updates, grant allocations totaling $1.5 million, and the Access to Algebra program designed to prepare more students for college. Parents and community members can learn about assessment methods, upcoming events like Prom Promise, and ask questions directly to board members. The district's website posts all meeting information to encourage public attendance.
🍦 Ironton's Dairy Queen breaks ground this Friday, bringing sweet excitement. The new restaurant at 214 S. 8th St. will celebrate with a noon ceremony featuring city officials and a ceremonial "first dig." Owner Corby Leach emphasized the location's importance for his hometown, creating community connections and 25 new jobs. Set to open in October, the restaurant will offer the full Dairy Queen menu from meals and chicken baskets to soft-serve treats and famous Blizzards.
⚾ Baseball Scoreboard
Fairview Eagles soared over the Green Bobcats 12-4 in Tuesday's non-league showdown, improving to 7-10 while handing Green just their third loss of the season. The Bobcats (9-3) will look to rebound against East tomorrow, while Fairview heads to Lewis County Thursday for a date with the struggling Lions.Northwest Mohawks survived a high-scoring affair against South Gallia, claiming an 11-7 victory in Southern Ohio II league action. In a scheduling quirk that would make even MLB executives scratch their heads, these same teams will face off again tomorrow—giving the 5-6 Rebels immediate revenge opportunity against the now .500 Mohawks.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Green (9-3) | ||
vs Fairview | L 12-4 | |
Northwest (4-4) | ||
vs South Gallia | W 11-7 |
🥎 Softball Scoreboard
Northwest Mohawks turned Tuesday's softball showdown into a no-contest, blanking South Gallia 15-0 in a dominant league performance. The Mohawks (11-3) will barely have time to celebrate before facing these same Rebels again Wednesday, while South Gallia (2-8) is desperately searching for answers after being completely overmatched.
| Team | Opponent | Score |
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Green (4-11) | ||
@ Portsmouth | L 7-2 | |
Northwest (11-3) | ||
vs South Gallia | W 15-0 | |
Portsmouth (7-10) | ||
vs Green | W 7-2 | |
Portsmouth West (7-6-1) | ||
@ Symmes Valley | L 9-6 | |
Wheelersburg (12-0) | ||
vs Westfall | W 10-0 |
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The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
-Psalm 23:1-3
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