Good morning, Vinton County. Leadership transitions are reshaping local education as both Vinton County and neighboring Wellston welcome new superintendents this week. Brad Silvus brings his impressive academic credentials and mathematics background to Vinton County Schools, while Scott Dorne leaves his deputy position at Westerville to take the helm at Wellston. These educational veterans now face the challenge of guiding our region's youth toward their futures.
Meanwhile, Gallia County is transforming into a cultural hotspot this May with an eclectic lineup of events. From steampunk enthusiasts gathering at the Gallipolis Railroad Freight Station to gaming tournaments at Final Boss Con, there's something for every interest. History buffs can also join the ongoing Lafayette 200 Celebration, commemorating the Revolutionary War hero's 1824 visit—proving our corner of Ohio knows how to honor both its past and embrace modern cultural phenomena.
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🏫 Wellston School Board taps Scott Dorne as new superintendent. The current deputy superintendent of Westerville City Schools will take over leadership of the Wellston City School District. Board members approved the hiring during a brief special session held Tuesday evening, April 22, at Wellston High School cafetorium. The decision marks a significant leadership transition for the district as Dorne prepares to leave his current position for the top role at Wellston.
🎭 Gallia County's May calendar bursts with steampunk, gaming, and history. The Gallipolis Railroad Freight Station Museum will host its third annual Steampunk Festival on May 3, featuring costume contests, tours of railroad cars, and themed merchandise. Gaming enthusiasts can look forward to Final Boss Con at the University of Rio Grande on May 17-18, with celebrity guests, tournaments, and cosplay competitions. Meanwhile, the Lafayette 200 Celebration continues with historical presentations and performances commemorating the Revolutionary War hero's 1824 visit to Gallipolis. All events are designed to bring the community together through unique cultural experiences.
🏫 Vinton County Schools appoints Brad Silvus as new Superintendent. The former math teacher and Ohio University graduate was hired during Tuesday's board meeting. Silvus, who hails from Beverly, Ohio and is a Fort Frye High School alumnus, brings multiple academic credentials to the role, including several master's degrees. Meanwhile, nearby Wellston is facing changes of its own, with Scott Dorne recently hired as their superintendent and the community set to lose its only pharmacy.
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But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
-Matthew 6:33
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