Phillip Jay “P.J.” Richmond, 47
Phillip Jay "P.J." Richmond, 47, of Middleport, passed away unexpectedly, at 6:12 p.m. on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 in the...
Year: 2018
Commissioners questioned on constitutionality of prayer and postings to official Facebook page
FILE PHOTO From left, Commissioners Mike Bartrum, Randy Smith and Tim Ihle discuss issues during the Jan. 4, 2018 meeting....
Patrol investigates substance exposure at correctional center
UPDATED STORY CHILLICOTHE, Ohio - The Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a substance exposure at the Ross Correctional...
Michael David Rush, 73
Michael David Rush, 73, of Racine, passed away, at 7:40 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Holzer Meigs...
Pandora Elizabeth Collins, 93
Pandora Elizabeth Collins, 93, of Pomeroy, Ohio passed away on August 27, 2018. She was born on February 3, 1925...
James Martin Reed, 94
James Martin Reed, 94, of Middleport, Ohio passed away on August 26, 2018. He was born on October 23, 1923...
Meigs Health Today: Rollin’ on the River
By Ceiara Martin, MPH, CHC Program Director The first official day of autumn is quickly upon us, and many may...
The sporting career of Walter “Mother” Watson
When writing these articles, I typically have a topic or a person in mind, and then when I begin to...
Letter to the Editor: Alumni Association participation
Dear Editor, This Wednesday, August 29th, the Southern Tornado Alumni Association will hold a meeting to generate ideas for homecoming...
David William Deem, 44
David William Deem, 44, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 23, 2018. He was born on November 29,...
Open class results for sheep, poultry and beef cattle at 2018 Meigs County Fair
Cattle were one species being shown at the 2018 Meigs County Fair by Junior Fair exhibitors as well as Open...
Antique Tractor Pull results from the 2018 Meigs County Fair
One of the participants tries to make a full pull at the 2018 Meigs County Fair Antique Tractor Pull. Photo...
Records set at Meigs County Fair Livestock Sale
POMEROY, Ohio - Once again area businesses came together to support youth and setting records at the annual livestock sale...
Three juveniles implicated in suspicious Syracuse fire
The fire on Water Street in Syracuse has been deemed suspicious and suspects have been identified. Photo from Syracuse Police...
Youth recognized at annual awards ceremony at Meigs Fair
POMEROY, Ohio - During the Meigs County Fair each year an awards ceremony is held in the Ridenour Livestock Arena...
Champions named at 2018 livestock shows and judgings
POMEROY, Ohio - Hard work paid off at the Meigs County Fair for youth earning championships during the Junior Fair...
Pomeroy man attempts to flee police, arrested on drug charges
Michael J. Hankinson POMEROY, Ohio - A man is in custody following an alleged attempt to flee law enforcement and...
Remembering the writing and accomplishments of W.G. Sibley
W.G. Sibley When someone thinks of well-known authors or famous journalists from Meigs County, usually two people come to mind:...
Introduction to Ohio’s four different squirrel species
Did you know that Ohio is home to four different species of squirrels? While most people are familiar with the...
Peggy Marie Dailey Houdashelt, 87
Peggy Marie Dailey Houdashelt, 87, of Pomeroy, passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at her son's home. She was...
Stephen R. Thornton
Stephen R. Thornton, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August...
Anna M. Cozart, 78
Anna M. Cozart, 78, of Pomeroy passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at the Overbrook Rehabilitation Center. She was...
Names released in Racine aircraft crash
Scene of a two person ultra light air craft that crashed on Bashan Road in the Tackerville area of Racine,...
Two person aircraft crashes in Racine
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The Meigs Independent Press does not release direct photos of fatal crashes. Until the condition of the occupants...
West Nile case in Meigs County
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department has released a statement concerning West Nile virus in the county....
