October means return of outdoor burning restrictions
An escaped wildfire, even one burning in grass or weeds, is dangerous. Photo from ODNR. October means return of outdoor...
Month: September 2019
Southern FFA participates in 2019 FFA Forestry CDE
From left, Racine Southern FFA Forestry Team members Austin Rice, Raeven, Caelin Seth, Dylan Lyons, Rachel Jackson and Austin Rose....
Rabies awareness
Rabies awareness BY STEVE SWATZEL, SANITARIAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIRECTOR Steve Swatzel, RS, Director of Environmental Health According to the...
Dry conditions continue
Dry conditions continue MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio - According to the National Weather Service, despite the arrival of somewhat cooler conditions...
CDC investigating vaping and lung injuries
CDC investigating vaping and lung injuries The latest findings from the investigation into lung injuries associated with e-cigarette use, or...
Three of four escapees from Gallia Jail in custody
Three of the four escapees from the Gallia County Jail have been captured by law enforcement. Three of four escapees...
More information released as escapees still sought from Gallia Jail
The license plate and example of what the vehicle escapees from the Gallia County Jail may be driving. Submitted photo....
Racine man sentenced in Gallia County
Paul C. Byus Racine man sentenced in Gallia County GALLIPOLIS, Ohio - A Racine man has been sentenced on a...
Chow Line: Handling venison safely during harvesting and preparation key to stemming food-borne illnesses
Preparing Venison. Photo: Getty Images. Chow Line: Handling venison safely during harvesting and preparation key to stemming food-borne illnesses By...
Lacey Woodrow Wolford, 35, of Vinton
Lacey Woodrow Wolford, 35, of Vinton Lacey Woodrow Wolford, 35, of Vinton, OH died unexpectently Monday, September 23, 2019 at...
Four escape from Gallia County Jail
Four escape from Gallia County Jail GALLIPOLIS, Ohio - Four prisoners have escaped from custody of the Gallia County Sheriff’s...
Community dinner set for Oct. 2, 2019
Community dinner set for Oct. 2, 2019 SCIPIO TOWNSHIP, Ohio - There will be a free community dinner with the...
Franklin J. King, 90, of Pomeroy
Franklin J. King, 90, of Pomeroy Franklin J. King, 90, of Pomeroy, OH went to be with his Lord, Monday,...
Donna Sue Mowrey, 75, of Mason
Donna Sue Mowrey, 75, of Mason Donna Sue Mowrey, 75, of Mason, West Virginia passed away on September 25, 2019. She...
Craig Austin Willford, 29, of Rutland
Craig Austin Willford, 29, of Rutland Craig Austin Willford, 29, of San Deigo, CA formerly of Rutland, OH, passed away...
Anna Marie Parker, 56
Anna Marie Parker, 56 Anna Marie Parker joined her Savior, Jesus, on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. She was 56 years-old. Anna...
Elijah Clay Roush, 37, of Pomeroy
Elijah Clay Roush, 37, of Pomeroy Elijah Clay Roush, 37, of Pomeroy, Ohio passed away on September 20, 2019. He was...
John N. Ihle, 90, of Racine
John N. Ihle, 90, of Racine John N. Ihle, of the Morning Star area, of Racine passed into Heaven Monday,...
Stanley to be awarded Ohio State Bar Foundation Award
Meigs County Prosecuting Attorney James Stanley at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus. Submitted photo. Stanley to be awarded Ohio State...
Sheets recognized for work with Meigs County Community Fund
Five Appalachian Ohioans were recognized for their dedication to service at the 2019 Jenco Awards. Pictured from left to right,...
Cecil D. Brinager, 79, of Racine
Cecil D. Brinager, 79, of Racine Cecil D. Brinager, 79, of Racine, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord...
Night may fall, but you don’t have to
Night may fall, but you don't have to By Courtney Midkiff, Meigs Administrator September 23 is Falls Prevention Day along...
Ohio farm aid welcomed but permanent solutions sought
Ohio farm aid welcomed but permanent solutions sought By Diane Bernard LIMA, Ohio - Ohio farmers looking for relief for...
Rep. Edwards named Public Official of the Year by environmental organization
From left, Sam Spofforth, Executive Director for Clean Fuels Ohio, State Representative Jay Edwards, and Jason Phillips, Policy Director for...
Nominations open for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Nominations open for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame COLUMBUS, Ohio – Since 1976, 486 outstanding older Ohioans have been inducted...
