Good morning, Vinton County. There's something profoundly hopeful about second chances. The Gallia County Animal Shelter has joined an elite national group by achieving a remarkable 90% save rate, proving that compassion can transform statistics into stories of survival. This "culture of caring" represents far more than numbers—it reflects the dedicated staff and volunteers creating opportunities for both people and animals to experience love in our community.
In the spirit of transformation, Adrian DesJardins is breathing new life into forgotten objects at Athens' Dairy Barn Arts Center, mounting vintage hardware onto custom wood panels with an industrial-meets-impressionist flair. And speaking of new beginnings, local middle schoolers recently explored potential futures at Career Palooza and Arts Camp, where hands-on experiences ranged from building birdhouses to crafting their own musical instruments—planting seeds for tomorrow's careers while enjoying today's adventures.
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88%☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🐾 Ohio animal shelter achieves elite 90% save rate for 2024. The Gallia County Animal Shelter received recognition from Best Friends Animal Society for joining an "elite group" of no-kill organizations nationwide. Chief Dog Warden Alonna Grimm and Assistant Warden Mary Ball accepted a plaque during a county commission meeting celebrating their achievement. In her congratulatory letter, Best Friends CEO Julie Castle emphasized that the milestone represents "a culture of caring and compassion" rather than just statistics. The shelter, which currently houses 24 dogs, exemplifies how dedicated staff and volunteers can create "opportunities for people and animals to experience love."
🎨 Vintage items find new life in 'Reanimated' exhibition. Adrian DesJardins transforms mundane objects into vibrant art pieces at the Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens, Ohio. The self-taught artist mounts vintage hardware onto custom-built wood panels, elevating them "to a more beautiful existence than they previously had." Drawing inspiration from impressionist artists and construction materials, DesJardins creates unique mixed media with an industrial vibe. The opening reception for this transformation-themed exhibition takes place July 18 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
🎭 Rural Ohio students explore careers and arts at immersive summer camp. The Gallia-Vinton Educational Service Center and Buckeye Hills Career Center hosted their annual Career Palooza and Arts Camp for middle schoolers from three counties. Seventh-graders rotated through twelve career fields including carpentry, criminal justice, and healthcare, participating in hands-on activities like building birdhouses and witnessing surgery demonstrations. Sixth-graders explored visual arts, music, and theater, even building their own dulcimers and ukuleles to keep. The four-day experience concluded with a celebratory trip to Kings Island, providing valuable exposure to potential future paths.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
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Upscale woods retreat near trails: Priced at $659,000, this beloved Hocking Hills cabin sits on 11 wooded acres and offers luxurious accommodations including a primary suite with clawfoot tub, while maintaining proximity to Ohio's iconic trails.
Renovated country ranch steal deal: This newly remodeled 3-bedroom ranch priced at $189,000 sits on a half-acre lot along a peaceful country road, featuring new flooring, metal roof, central air, updated windows and an oversized two-car garage.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
💰 Financial Friday
Try negotiating your bills or seeking out better rates with your service providers; a friendly conversation can sometimes result in lower payments, putting extra money back in your pocket for things that truly matter.
🍞 Daily Bread Crumb
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
-Galatians 5:22-23
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