More is not always better
Melissa Martin, Ph.D “If I only had more,” said the people. How many of us have made (or thought) this...
Month: December 2018
Angels and the Health Department
By Courtney C. Midkiff, BSC, Administrator Season’s Greetings from the Meigs County Health Dept. (MCHD)! At this special time of...
Patrol warns against driving impaired for New Year’s holiday
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging drivers who intend to celebrate the New Year’s holiday to...
Gertrude Elaine Lehew, 98
Gertrude Elaine Lehew, 98, of Portland, Ohio, passed away on Dec. 22, 2018, at Arbors of Pomeroy. She was born...
Ricky David Wolford, 55
Ricky David Wolford, 55, of Patriot, OH passed away December 24, 2018, unexpectedly at his home in Patriot, OH. Born...
One in custody for alleged meth,
Michael Shawn Stewart POMEROY, Ohio - A large amount of methamphetamines, digital scales, money, firearms and packaging material were allegedly...
Patrol reports nine traffic deaths across state during Christmas weekend
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting nine deaths on Ohio roadways during the 2018 Christmas weekend according...
Rodney E. Pierce, 72
Rodney E. Pierce, 72, of Long Bottom, OH, passed away Monday, Dec. 24, 2018 at Holzer-Meigs Emergency Department in Pomeroy....
Ruffed Grouse populations continue to struggle
Have you heard or seen many ruffed grouse lately? If you have not, you are not alone. For those younger...
Advent Week 4: Love is Come
Advent candles with the white candle representing Christ Jesus like this are used in many churches around the world. File...
Remembering beloved pets during the holidays
Kids dressed in fur-is what I, and many other animal lovers call our much-loved pets. They jump for joy to...
Chow Line: Nontoxic food decorations aren’t always edible
P I’m making a batch of holiday goodies, and I’m using several kinds of festive decor on the cakes, cookies,...
Barbara (Barb) Sue Fry, 76
Barbara (Barb) Sue Fry, 76, of Pomeroy, Ohio died on Thursday 12/20/18 at Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus Ohio. Born November 20,...
Charles Michael Canter, 63
Charles Michael Canter, 63, of Syracuse, Ohio passed away on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at his residence. He was born in...
Edna Jane Beegle, 81
Edna Jane Beegle Edna Jane Beegle, 81, of Racine, passed away, at 8:26 p.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2018, in...
Ohio Valley Commandery Christmas observance held
Knight Templars of Ohio Valley Commandery No 24 of Middleport, Ohio, Chartered September 14, 1871. (Photo Courtesy Gary Coleman) MIDDLEPORT, Ohio...
Five-years no lost time incidents noted at regional employer
i RAVENSWOOD, WV- Since Star Plastics' inception in 1988, safety has been first-priority, and has announced they officially crossed the threshold...
Troopers urge sober driving for Christmas
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding motorists to drive sober this holiday season. Troopers will focus...
Barbara Ann VanInwagen Smith, 84
Barbara Ann VanInwagen Smith, 84, of Rutland passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on her 66th...
Frances Jean Wright, 90
Frances Jean Wright, 90, known as "Jean" Wright, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 16, 2018. She was...
‘Tis the Season
Robin Burrows, principal at Eastern Elementary receives coats for students in need from Steven Figel of K92. Submitted photo. MEIGS...
Meigs County Christmas in the Depression – 1933
December 1933. The most publicized romance of its day officially came to an end as Mary Pickford filed for divorce from Douglas...
Therapy, faith and walking again
Elijah Roush, at right, with Steve Thaxton, PTA, Holzer Meigs Therapy Department. Submitted photo. POMEROY, Ohio - In 2006, Elijah...
Dog and kennel licenses available for 2019
POMEROY, Ohio - Meigs County Auditor, Mary T. Byer-Hill, has announced that dog and kennel licenses for 2019 are currently available. The...
Meigs County school earns all A’s on state report card
POMEROY, Ohio - A Meigs County school has been noted by the state for their school report card. The State...
