Good morning, Scioto County. Summer skies aren't the only things lighting up this week as the New Boston Library transforms into a cosmic playground with their Space Art Glow Party for tweens. This stellar event joins a constellation of free community activities, from planetarium shows at Shawnee State to creative library programs across the county. While public life buzzes with opportunity, the commissioners continue their regular business—making decisions that affect us all and streaming sessions for those who can't attend in person.
Amid these bright moments, our community faces profound loss following a devastating collision that claimed the lives of Heather Reger and 6-year-old Bryston Adkins, remembered by his school as "a bright light... full of joy, curiosity, and kindness." In county leadership, Merit Smith steps into the commissioner role vacated by the late Cathy Coleman, bringing fresh perspective while honoring her legacy as he seeks new investment opportunities for our region.
🌤 Sky Skoop | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
87%
☕️ What's Brewing Locally
📅 Portsmouth area buzzes with free events and community activities. The New Boston Library hosts a Space Art Glow Party for tweens on August 6, while free planetarium shows continue at Shawnee State University's Clark Planetarium on Mondays and Thursdays. Local libraries are offering creative programs including adult coloring at Lucasville Library and a children's pencil case craft at South Webster Library. Scioto County Commissioners will hold their regular meetings on August 7 and 12, with sessions livestreamed on Facebook for public access.
💔 Tragic collision claims lives of Ohio woman and 6-year-old boy. A head-on crash in Lawrence County occurred when Heather Reger's SUV struck a guardrail before veering into oncoming traffic. Reger and young Bryston Adkins died at the scene, while two other children in critical condition were rushed to the hospital. The juvenile passengers weren't wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident. Chesapeake Elementary remembered Bryston as "a bright light in our school—full of joy, curiosity, and kindness."
🏛️ South Webster's Merit Smith fills vacant county commissioner seat. Smith was appointed by the Scioto County Republican Central Committee to complete the term of Commissioner Cathy Coleman, who died on July 4 following a May car accident. The committee accepted self-nominations before voting Tuesday night to install Smith in the position. While friends with Coleman, Smith emphasized he's not trying to fill her shoes but instead wants to bring integrity to the role. He aims to collaborate with the other two commissioners to find new investment opportunities for Scioto County.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Affordable remodeled home large lot: Priced at $189,900, this remodeled three-bedroom home features new appliances, flooring, furnace, and hot water tank, situated on a large lot with a one-car garage and city utilities.
Modern country escape near forest: This rustic $190,000 countryside retreat, nestled on 3.18 acres near Shawnee Forest, features a 2017-built open-concept home with two bedrooms, dual decks, and a spacious storage shed for peaceful, modern living.
Bargain acreage investment opportunity: Priced at $75,000, this investment opportunity features a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a 2-car attached garage on 2+ acres. Sold in as-is condition by a motivated seller.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
-Proverbs 3:5-6
|
|