Back-to-school and vaccinations
By Sherry Hayman, RN Public Health Nurse State and local vaccination requirements for daycare and school entry are important tools for...
Year: 2018
Ohio’s fall hunting season starts Sept. 1
It’s time to break out that gun or bow that’s been sitting in the closet the past eight months or...
A bit of history on the Meigs County Fair
Excerpt from the Meigs County Telegraph about the Meigs County Fair. Submitted photo. The month of August brings many familiar...
Ohio State Fair Sale of Champions breaks two records
The Ohio State Fair entrance. Submitted photo. COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State Fair Sale of Champions livestock auction, held...
William A. ‘Bill’ Smith, 41
William A. "Bill" Smith, 41, of Shade, passed away, on Monday, July 30, 2018, after a Motorcycle accident. Born June...
Mark Allen Wray, 50
Mark Allen Wray, 50, of Bidwell, passed away, at 11:10 a.m. on Friday, August 3, 2018 in the Emogene Dolin...
Representative to host back pack and school supply giveaway Aug. 8
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Representative Edwards has announced that he will be organizing a backpack giveaway for the students of Meigs...
Big Latch On event scheduled at Holzer
GALLIPOLIS, Ohio - During the first part of August every year, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action organizes World Breastfeeding...
World’s largest buckeye to be featured at Ohio State Fair
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The world’s largest buckeye, estimated to weigh approximately 350 pounds will be featured in the Ohio State...
Tips for Sales Tax Holiday Aug.3-5, 2018
COLUMBUS, Ohio — As consumers prepare for Ohio’s sales tax holiday and the upcoming school year, Ohio Attorney General Mike...
Walter Wayne Leifheit, 67
Walter Wayne Leifheit, 67, of Pomeroy died Monday, July 30, 2018 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. Born August 9,...
Eva Fae (Bailey) Teaford, 90
Eva Fae (Bailey) Teaford, 90, born on May 1, 1928 went to be with our Lord on July 31, 2018...
Highlighted events at the Ohio State Fair for July 31, 2018
The Ohio State Fair. Submitted photo. COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State Fair is in full swing, explore the wide...
Meigs Health Today: Wise and well at work
By Ciara Martin, MPH Creating Healthy Communities Project Director Do you ever feel like you spend more time at your place...
ODNR to host free shooting day at ranges
Ohio Department of Natural Resources shooting range at Deer Creek. Submitted photo. COLUMBUS, Ohio - Recreational shooters both young and...
Meigs County Cancer Initiative to meet
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Cancer Initiative, Inc. will meet on Mon., Aug. 6, 2018 at noon in the...
John Qualls, 81
John Qualls, 81, of Middleport, died Saturday July 28, 2018 at Overbrook Rehabilitation Center in Middleport. Born April 4, 1937...
Batman, Unspoken, Citizen Way coming to Meigs County Fair Kids Day
POMEROY, Ohio - Something new is coming to Kids Day at the Meigs County Fair. This year the Meigs County...
Recalling cholera epedemics in Meigs County
Cholera Route of the Epedemic of 1832. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George...
Barr files to run for county court judge
Local attorney Michael L. “Mick” Barr watches as his petition to run for county court judge is received by...
Letter to the Editor: With Sappington comes change for the 94th House District of Ohio
Dear Editor, When I think of the 94th Ohio House District, I think of the people of southeast Ohio and...
Evelyn L. Haley, 90
Evelyn L. Haley, 90, of Glen Dale, WV passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018 at her home. She was...
Malachi Joseph Sheets, 31
Malachi Joseph Sheets, 31, Columbus, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 23, 2018 at Doctors West Hospital in Columbus. Born...
Immunization clinic set for July 31, 2018
POMEROY, Ohio - The Meigs County Health Department will conduct an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 from 9-11...
Ohio crews called for Oregon wildfire assistance
The fire crew is planning on a wildfire scene. Photo from ODNR Division of Forestry. COLUMBUS, Ohio - A 20-person...
