Good morning, Vinton County. Streets will fall silent around Bundy Elementary tomorrow as Railroad Avenue and First Street close to make way for a cherished childhood tradition—Field Day. From 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., the usual traffic will give way to the sounds of children's laughter and friendly competition as young students enjoy a day of outdoor activities. If your commute typically takes you through this area, you'll want to plan an alternate route while keeping an eye out for our community's youngest residents.
The spirit of heroism runs deep in our region, as evidenced by the Mason County Veterans Memorial honoring three extraordinary Medal of Honor recipients. From Chester Howard West's bravery in WWI to Jimmy Goethel Stewart's ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam, these hometown heroes remind us of remarkable courage in the face of overwhelming odds. Meanwhile, this week's police blotter offers a lighter glimpse into small-town life, where family board games can be mistaken for domestic disputes and rock collectors raise eyebrows.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🏫 Wellston streets close for elementary school Field Day tomorrow. Railroad Avenue and First Street will be blocked off from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16. The closures affect Railroad Avenue from Broadway to Second Street and First Street from Ohio Avenue to Railroad Avenue. City officials announced the temporary measure to accommodate Bundy Elementary's Field Day activities. Residents are advised to avoid the area and remain vigilant for children.
🏅 Three local heroes honored at Mason County Veterans Memorial. The memorial spotlights Medal of Honor recipients whose extraordinary courage saved fellow soldiers in battle. Chester Howard West attacked a machine gun nest single-handedly during WWI, while Bernard Pious Bell captured 33 German prisoners in WWII. Jimmy Goethel Stewart, whose statue stands at the memorial, fought alone for four hours against overwhelming odds in Vietnam, protecting his wounded comrades until he was killed in action.
🚔 Small-town police blotter reveals quirky criminal mischief and misunderstandings. OUPD confiscated suspected narcotics at The Convo while a passenger with a felony warrant was arrested during a traffic stop. Other incidents ranged from theatrical—a man threatening to punch a child at Movies 10—to comical, including a family mistakenly reported for domestic violence while playing sports in their barn. The week's most peculiar reports featured carpet damage by an intoxicated student, a "runaway" child found across the street, and a suspicious woman collecting rocks from someone's driveway.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Spacious tidy home with land: List price: $237,000. Just a tidy three-bedroom, two-bath home with kitchen, living areas, and a two-car garage, plus a camper hookup and play equipment—all sprawled across 2.45 acres ready for new owners.
Income Property With Multiple Units: This $90,000 triplex features two occupied upstairs units generating rental income, a downstairs unit, and a storefront area that could be converted into a fourth residential unit or kept commercial.
Wooded getaway near lakeshore paradise: Country cottage listed at $215,000 is nestled on almost 10 wooded acres with potential building sites, just minutes from Lake Rupert for fishing and boating. Features authentic wood beams and offers rental income possibilities or serene country living.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
-Joshua 1:9
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