http://host69-005.meigs.lib.oh.us/files/original/4152ddeb367afb73e4de7ffdea456585.pdf 66011261cf95f3b80579de01a8b346d5 PDF Text Text Weekly church columns Girls high school basketball A tale of two pandemics CHURCH s 5 SPORTS s 7 NEWS s 10 C_ZZb[fehj�š�Fec[heo"�E^_e Breaking news at mydailysentinel.com Issue 16, Volume 75 Saturday, January 23, 2021 s $2 COVID-19 death reported in Meigs Latest case data in Gallia, Mason and Meigs Staff Report OHIO VALLEY — One additional COVID19 related death was reported in Meigs County on Friday. “The Meigs County Health Department unfortunately is reporting one additional death associated with COVID-19 in Meigs County, in the 70 to 79-year-old range. This brings the total deaths associated with COVID-19 to 23 since the beginning of the pandemic. The Meigs County Health Department would like to express our condolences to the individual’s families,” stated a news release from the health department. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) reported 20 additional cases of COVID-19 in Mason County on Friday. The Ohio Department of Health reported seven new COVID-19 cases in Gallia County on Friday. Here’s a closer look at coronavirus cases across our area: Gallia County ODH reported a total of 1,954 cases of COVID-19 (since March) in Gallia County as part of Friday’s updates. This is an increase of seven since Thursday’s update. ODH has reported a total of 26 deaths, 111 hospitalizations, and 1,718 presumed recovered individuals (five new) as of Friday. Age ranges for the 1,954 total cases reported by ODH on Friday are as follows: 0-19 — 260 cases (1 new case, 1 hospitalization) 20-29 — 325 cases (1 new case, 6 hospitalizations) See COVID-19 | 9 SR 7 named Distracted Driving Safety Corridor Staff Report GALLIPOLIS — Faced with a growing issue of distracted driving in Ohio, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) have launched a new Distracted Driving Safety Corridor in Gallia County. The corridor, which goes from just south of State Route 218 to the Meigs County line on State Route 7, will now see targeted enforcement and increased signage reminding motorists to ditch the distractions and focus on driving. State Route 7 has seen the highest number of distracted driving crashes for any route in Gallia County since 2019, and will be a major focus for troopers in 2021. According to OSTATS, 10,753 distracted driving crashes occurred statewide in 2020 resulting in 29 fatalities. “The dangers of distracted driving are apparent and real, but motorists still engage in this dangerous behavior,” said Lieutenant Barry Call, OSHP Gallipolis Post commander. “This corridor is meant to bring awareness, education, and enforcement to the problem of distracted driving.” This past week, ODOT crews installed signs See SR 7 | 2 AIM Media Midwest Operating, LLC (USPS 145-966) J. Scott Applewhite | AP Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has scheduled the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump to begin Feb. 8 after reaching an agreement with Republicans, who had pushed to delay the trial to give Trump a chance to organize his legal team and prepare a defense. Impeachment trial set for week of Feb. 8 By Mary Clare Jalonick and Lisa Mascaro Associated Press WASHINGTON — Opening arguments in the Senate impeachment trial for Donald Trump on the charge of incitement of insurrection for the Capitol riot will begin the week of Feb. 8. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the schedule Prices are subject to change at any time. 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631 Periodical postage paid at Pomeroy, OH POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Daily Sentinel, 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631. All content © 2020 The Daily Sentinel, an edition of the Gallipolis Daily Tribune. All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. article against Trump late Monday, with initial proceedings Tuesday, but opening arguments will be pushed to February, which also allows the Senate time to confirm President Joe Biden’s Cabinet nominations and consider the COVID relief bill. “We all want to put this awful chapter in our nation’s history behind us,” Schumer said about the deadly Capitol siege. “But healing and unity will only come if there is truth and accountability. And that is what this trial will provide.” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will send the article of impeachment against Donald Trump to the Senate on Monday, triggering the start of the former president’s trial. See IMPEACHMENT | 9 Ohio to spend $50M on 2M home tests COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio will use $50 million in federal pandemic aid dollars to buy 2 million at-home rapid coronavirus tests to help local health departments respond faster to testing needs, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Thursday. The governor also said the state’s 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. pandemic curfew, due to expire in a couple days, will be extended, though he didn’t provide details. Meanwhile, Lt. Gov Jon Husted said the state is wrestling with huge numbers of fraudulent unemployment claims being filed for federal pandemic aid. Of 1.4 million of those claims, nearly 800,000 have been flagged as fraudulent, including a claim someone made in Husted’s name, the lieutenant governor said. The at-home test kit deal involves a partnership between the state, Miami-based digital health company eMed and Chicago-based medical device company Abbott Laboratories. Users can administer the BinaxNow at-home rapid antigen tests with results available in about 15 minutes. Users will receive online guidance to take the tests, and the results will be recorded with the Ohio Department of Health, according to eMed. Local health departments have been Jay LaPrete | AP, File Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, shown in a file photo from Aug. 6, announced Thursday that Ohio will use $50 million in federal pandemic aid dollars to buy two million at-home rapid coronavirus tests to help local health departments respond faster to testing needs, asking for this type of rapid testing, DeWine said. “We think that this would be very, very help- ful in slowing the spread of the virus,” the governor said. “If we get a hot See TESTS | 2 Meigs Board holds organizational meeting Mahr named board president Staff Report Telephone: 740-992-2155 Publishes every Tuesday through Saturday. Subscription rate is $208 per year. Friday evening after reaching an agreement with Republicans, who had pushed to delay the trial to give Trump a chance to organize his legal team and prepare a defense. Trump will be the first former president to face an impeachment trial after leaving office. Under the timeline, the House will transmit the impeachment ROCKSPRINGS — Ryan Mahr was selected as the President of the Meigs Local Board of Education and Roger Abbott as the Vice President of the Board during the 2021 organizational meeting. Barbara Musser was selected as the Ohio School Boards Legislative Liaison and Heather Hawley was selected as the Student Achievement Liaison. Tony Hawk is the fifth board member. The board set regular meetings for 2021 as the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the central office, unless otherwise announced. In other business during the organizational and regular meetings, the board, Approved the standing authorizations so that the business of the district may be done expediently, as recommended by the Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer. Approved to appoint Bricker & Eckler LLP as Legal Counsel for the Meigs Local School District. Approved to designate The Daily Sentinel and/or Ohio Auditor of State website and/or Meigs Local School District website as official resources for the publication of those notices required by law for the Meigs Local School District Approved the minutes of the December regular meeting as submitted. Accepted the fol- lowing grants: Meigs County Community Fund COVID, Ohio AG School Safety Grant, No Kid Hungry, FFOA –Story Walk Project, Children’s Hunger Alliance, Hopewell –Trauma Informed. Approved issuing credit cards per Board Policy 6423 and HB 312. Approved membership to the Ohio School Boards Association for 2021 and subscriptions: Briefcase and School Management News. Approved renewing See BOARD | 14 �OBITUARIES/NEWS 2 Saturday, January 23, 2021 OBITUARIES BEATRICE LOUISE STOVER RICHARD B. ‘BUTCH’ ROBERTS GALLIPOLIS — Richard B. “Butch” Roberts, 82, of Gallipolis, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at his residence. Born on December 6, 1938 in Gallipolis, Butch was the son of the late Shelby F. and Nellie Reese Roberts. On December 27, 1958, Butch married Sally Botts Roberts, who survives him in Gallipolis. Butch retired with 20 years of service in the U. S. Air Force as a linguist; he also retired from the Vernon Company with 24 years as a sales representative. Butch was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Gallia County Funeral Detail, 40 & 8, and American Legion Post 27. He was a graduate of Gallia Academy High School, Class of 1956 and a former Lions Club member. Butch enjoyed antiques, and he was instrumental in starting Christmas boxes at Grace United Methodist Church for military servicemen and servicewomen. Butch is survived by his wife, Sally J. Roberts of Gallipolis; sons, Richard “Rick” (Jozie) Roberts of Gallipolis and Larry (Rosa) Roberts of San Antonio, Texas; grandson, Christopher (Megan) Roberts of Gallipolis; granddaughter, Taylor Roberts of San Antonio, Texas; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, Butch was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Margaret Jenkins and brother-in-law, Henry Jenkins. The funeral service for Butch will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Ray Kane and Bob Powell officiating. Military honors will be given by the Gallia County Funeral Detail at the funeral home. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the funeral home and from noon - 1 p.m. prior to the service on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at the funeral home. Those in attendance are asked to follow the CDC guidelines of practicing social distancing and are required to follow the Ohio mandate of wearing face masks. Entombment will be in Ohio Valley Memory Gardens Chapel of Hope Mausoleum. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences. WILLIAM OLIVER JACKSON On Friday, December 18, 2020 William Oliver Jackson passed away at the age of 96 at Riverside Hospital. Bill was born June 27, 1924 in Patriot, Ohio to Joseph and Bessie (Miller) Jackson. Bill married Jean Marie Anderson and had 2 children, Deborah and David. After losing Jean, Bill was remarried to Clara Lou Evans and had 6 children Kevin, Keith (Paula) Kim, Karen (Maurice), Kirk (Shelly), Kelly (Lloyd). Bill was a member of Paint Creek Baptist Church and later Apostolic Faith Church, and was loyal to other area churches. Bill served in the US Navy and was a Veteran of WW1. He was an active member of the Veteran of War Ancient York #33 F.A.M. He received an honorary diploma at Gallia Academy. Bill was honored with raising of the flag at The Emancipation and GAHS football games. Bill retired at age 57 from Kaiser Aluminum, owned and operated Jackson Body Shop and continued to serve by delivering breakfast for The American Legion. He had also previously worked at the Gallipolis State Institute. He was very instrumental in the development of both his children and grandchildren’s lives and an avid supporter of their aspirations and goals. His passions included just sitting in the park, helping others, playing his guitar and sing the blues. He was a self-taught musician. Bill is survived by his 7 children Deborah (John) Taylor, David Jackson, Keith (Paula) Jackson, Kim Jackson, Karen (Maurice) Traylor, Kirk (Shelly) Jackson, Kelly (Lloyd) Ashford, brother David Jackson, sisters-in-law Jeanette Jackson, Luella Henry, Vada Mayo, special cousin Calvin Minnis, 15 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews, and friends. Beloved by all. He was a loving and caring husband and father. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Bessie Jackson, both wives Jean and Clara Jackson, brothers Lester and Raymond Jackson, sister Kathryn Allen and his son Kevin Jackson. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude towards White’s Funeral Home and Dayton National Cemetery for accommodating during this difficult time. A graveside service was held on January 4, 2021 at Dayton National Cemetery. A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m., Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Paint Creek Baptist Church in Gallipolis. For more information, call 614-330-6716. I’ve lived this life, I’ve loved you all, I did all that I could do, I’m resting now, In peace with the Lord, But my spirit Shall always be with you, Even death cannot take it apart, For I took the love along with me, Embedded in my heart. CONTACT US 825 Third Ave., Gallipolis, OH, 45631 740-446-2342 All content © 2021 Gallipolis Daily Tribune and The Daily Sentinel edition. All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form without permission from the publisher, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law. REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT/ GROUP PUBLISHER Lane Moon lmoon@aimmediamidwest.com EDITOR Beth Sergent, Ext. 1992 bsergent@aimmediamidwest.com MANAGING EDITOR Sarah Hawley, Ext. 2555 shawley@aimmediamidwest.com SPORTS EDITOR Bryan Walters, Ext. 2101 bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Matt Rodgers, Ext. 2095 mrodgers@aimmediamidwest.com CIRCULATION MANAGER Derrick Morrison, Ext. 2097 dmorrison@aimmediamidwest.com GALLIPOLIS — Beatrice Louise Stover, age 90 of Gallipolis, who was affectionately known as “Aunt Bea” by everyone, passed away on Wednesday afternoon January 20, 2021 at her home. Born October 13, 1930 in Gallia County, she was the daughter of the late Ogal Wilson and Hazel Irene Wells Lear. In addition to her parents, Bea was preceded by her husband, James Fredrick “Freddie” Stover, brother, Thomas Wilson “Tom” Lear, sister, Rose Holley, and a niece, Carla Case. Bea retired from the Gallipolis Developmental Center after many years of service. She and Freddie were members of the Grande Square, (square dance club), and the Gold Wing Riders Association, Chapter C2. They also enjoyed camping. She is survived by a sister, Virginia Stroop of Circleville, nephews, Carlton (Charlene) Stroop of Cir- cleville, Michael (Joy) Stroop of Oak Hill, niece, Cynthia Asher of Piqua, sister-inlaw, Linda Lear of Bidwell, great nieces and nephew which Bea and Freddie helped raise, Cecelia Case of Wellston, Dakota Case of Wellston and Joushua Case of Vermont. Also surviving are numerous great great nieces and nephews and her many loving caregivers. Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Tuesday January 26, 2021 at the WaughHalley-Wood Funeral Home with Pastor Gene Harmon officiating. Burial will follow at Ohio Valley Memory Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday one hour prior to services. All those attending are to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines. An online guest registry is available at waughhalley-wood.com CHARLENE ADRIENNE KILGORE Charlene Adrienne Kilgore, 73, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio. Charlene was born in Charleston, W.Va. on November 2, 1947, and grew up in Southeastern Ohio. From a young age, Charlene learned the value of hard work and grit from her parents Carmie and Marjorie. But the biggest lesson came from her beloved mother who passed after a long battle with cancer when Charlene was a young girl. This loss influenced many of Charlene’s decisions through life. Some—like planning ahead for a trip to see friends—were characteristic of her personality. Others—like skipping work to follow bands across the country in her VW van—were a bit more fun. Charlene’s love for live music earned her many spectacular stories, some of which her daughter would not believe until she grew up and saw pictures. Charlene had a lifelong commitment to social justice and women’s rights and found her voice as a student at Ohio University during the history-making 1960s. At her core, Charlene was a teacher. Far beyond her 40-year career in education that spanned the university, high school, and elementaryschool levels, she used her gifts of patience and instruction as a mother to a headstrong daughter intent on pushing barriers. Anyone who knew Charlene knew that the job title she was most proud to hold was “Megan’s mom.” Charlene raised Megan in Gallipolis where, being a single mother, she relied upon a bevy of surrogates to help mold her ambitious daughter and her myriad of interests. Megan recalls a time when she was nine years old and told her mother she wanted to learn how to throw a knuckleball. Charlene—not known for her athletic prowess— squinted at her strongminded daughter and replied, “very well” before calling Brad Painter—a dear friend always at the top of her surrogate list— to make it happen. An avid bibliophile, Charlene’s brilliance was nearly limitless except for when it came to sports, playing in dirt, or the stock market—all topics her daughter seemed absolutely intent on pursuing. But that never prevented Charlene from finding a way to help Megan in her pursuits and supporting her every step of the way. Charlene was preceded in death by her parents and her step-mother Virginia. She is also survived by her sister Allene, brother Chet, and by many loved ones, including a chosen family whom she was confident comprised the knowledge necessary to guide her daughter when the time came and she was unable. She will be dearly missed by many. Because of the pandemic, a private memorial will be held in the spring. Friends may honor Charlene and her love of reading by making a donation to her “second home,” the library, at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Foundation: foundation.columbuslibrary. org/donate or Attn: Development, 96 W. Grant Ave, Columbus, OH 43215. EDWARDS CLIFTON, W.Va. — Glenn Edwards, 71 of Clifton, W.Va., died Thursday, January 21, 2021, at Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis, Ohio. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Monday, January 25, 2021, at Zerkle Cemetery, Letart, W.Va. Military rites will be provided by the VFW Post #9926, Mason, American Legion Post #140, New Haven and American Legion Post#0039, Pomeroy. A procession will leave Foglesong Funeral Home in Mason at 1:40 P.M. to the cemetery. Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, masks/facial coverings will be required, and social distancing will be observed at the cemetery. BUSH CROWN CITY — Lecta Mae Bush, 56, of Crown City, Ohio, died Monday, January 18, 2021 at St. Mary’s Medical Center, Huntington, W.Va. Funeral Service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, Ohio. Burial will follow the service at Miller Memorial Gardens, Miller, Ohio. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, January 23, 2021 at the funeral home. Ohio Valley Publishing Biden ordering stopgap help as talks start on big aid plan BALTIMORE (AP) — President Joe Biden plans to take executive action Friday to provide a stopgap measure of financial relief to millions of Americans while Congress begins to consider his much larger $1.9 trillion package to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The two executive orders that Biden is to sign would increase food aid, protect job seekers on unemployment and clear a path for federal workers and contractors to get a $15 hourly minimum wage. “The American people cannot afford to wait,” said Brian Deese, director of the White House National Economic Council. “So many are hanging by a thread. They need help, and we’re committed to doing everything we can to provide that help as quickly as possible.” Deese emphasized that the orders are not substitutes for the additional stimulus that Biden says is needed beyond the $4 trillion in aid that has already been approved, including $900 billion this past December. Several Republican lawmakers have voiced opposition to provisions in Biden’s plan for direct payments to individuals, state and local government aid and a $15 hourly minimum wage nationwide. SR 7 crashes, and save lives.” Distracted driving safety corridors have proven effective in From page 1 other areas of the state, most notably the state’s to alert drivers when they enter the corridor first safety corridor along I-76 and I-80 in and warn there is zero tolerance when it comes Youngstown where to unsafe driving behav- deadly and injury crashes decreased by more iors. Motorists should expect to see additional than 30 percent. Additionally, serious troopers in the corridor, injury and fatal crashes as well as increased enforcement of the vio- have been reduced by nearly 70 percent in lations associated with these distracted driving a Distracted Driving Safety Corridor which crashes. was established last “We’re pleased to partner with the Patrol summer on I-70/I-470 on ODOT District 10’s in Belmont County. The public is encourfirst Distracted Drivaged to use #677 to ing Safety Corridor,” said ODOT District 10 report dangerous or impaired drivers, as Deputy Director Darla Miller. “Distracted driv- well as drug activity. Additional crash ers compromise the information is availsafety of everyone on able from the OSTATS the road. By establishing this corridor in Gal- dashboard. lia County, we hope to raise awareness, reduce Information provided by ODOT. Tests made often. The next step might be to extend the curfew to 11 p.m., “but we’re From page 1 just not there,” the governor said. spot somewhere, if Also Thursday, the there would be an outstate said the number break in a factory, we would be able to move of Ohioans filing initial claims for state in very, very quickly.” unemployment comThe rapid antigen tests are not as reliable pensation during the ongoing coronavirus as PCR tests, which examines genetic mate- pandemic jumped last week. rial specific to the The latest figures virus. DeWine expeshow Ohioans filed rienced this disparity 42,975 initial jobless last summer when he claims for the week had a false positive ending Jan. 16, a 15% antigen test, followed increase over the previa few hours later by a ous week, the Departnegative PCR test. ment of Job and Family The bigger concern Services said. Ohioans is “false negatives,” said Ohio chief medical also filed 265,467 claims for continued officer Dr. Bruce Vanunemployment, slightly derhoff. That means down from previous testing that shows a weeks. negative result even The seven-day rolling though the patient may average of daily new have the coronavirus. cases in Ohio did not “A negative antigen increase over the past test does not really two weeks, going from give you the kind of 7,438 new cases per confident answer that day on Jan. 6 to 6,113 a positive test does,” new cases per day on Vanderhoff said. “But Jan. 20, according to if you have a positive an Associated Press result, then you know analysis of data prowhat you need to do.” vided by The COVID Regarding the curTracking Project. few, DeWine said The seven-day rolling he understands the average of daily deaths frustration of bar and in Ohio has risen over restaurant owners the past two weeks who say the 10 p.m. cut-off is arbitrary and from 73 deaths per day on Jan. 6 to 75 deaths the same precautions per day on Jan. 20, the against social distancdata showed. ing can be made later More than 450,000 into the evening. Ohioans — or about The curfew was 4% of the state’s popua compromise with lation — have received experts who said bars and restaurants should at least one dose of the Pfizer or Moderna be shut down altovaccines since midgether, said DeWine, reiterating a point he’s December. �Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, January 23, 2021 3 GALLIPOLIS AND MASON OFFICES OFFERING COVID-19 TESTING WITH VISIT If you’re not feeling well and are worried you may have COVID-19, Damia Hayman, FNP-BC in Gallipolis and Brandon DeWees, FNP-C in Mason and their staff can help you get tested and provide medical management of your symptoms. Damia and Brandon will make sure you get the care you need. ‡�6$0(�'$<�$332,170(176 ‡�&29,'�����³X��VWUHS�WHVWLQJ ‡�GLDJQRVH�DQG�WUHDW�DFXWH�DQG�FKURQLF�FRQGLWLRQV ‡�PDQDJH�SDWLHQWV¬�RYHUDOO�FDUH ‡�PLQRU�RI²FH�SURFHGXUHV ‡�RUGHU��SHUIRUP�DQG�LQWHUSUHW�GLDJQRVWLF�WHVWV ‡�SUHVFULEH�PHGLFDWLRQV�DQG�RWKHU�WUHDWPHQWV ‡�UHIHUUDOV�WR�VSHFLDOLVWV� GET TESTED. GET RESULTS. 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I used to fish some when I was younger, but I never liked to put the worm on the hook, I wouldn’t take the fish off the hook if I caught one, and I hated waiting for a fish to bite. I guess that doesn’t make me a very good fisherman, does it? But did you know that Jesus was a sort of fisherman too? Not the kind you might expect because He was “fishing” for people to follow Him. One day as Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, He saw two brothers – Simon Peter and Andrew. They were throwing nets into the water to try to catch fish because they were both fishermen. That was how they made their living. Jesus called to them and said, “Come, follow Me, and I will make you Then later they told a different kind the world about the of fishermen. love of the Savior, You will bring in Jesus Christ. We are people, not fish!” called to be “fishers (Mark 1:14-20) of men” too. Jesus Simon Peter and wants us to show Andrew immeand tell others about diately dropped Ann Him. Did you ever what they were Moody doing and folContributing think of yourself as a disciple of Christ lowed Jesus. columnist and fisherman for Then as Jesus, people? We are – at Simon Peter, and Christ’s command. Be a Andrew continued to walk along the shore, they good disciple by doing saw two other brothers – what Jesus wants us to James and John, sitting in do every day and telling others what Jesus has their boat mending their done for you. We may not nets with their father. be able to see Jesus in Jesus called out to those person, but others can see two brothers to come Him in you when you are along as well. They also kind and loving. You may dropped their nets, left their father and boat, and be the Jesus that people see today! That is awefollowed Jesus. some to think about and These were the first of Jesus’ disciples. They left also a great responsibility their everyday lives to fol- when you think about it. low and learn from Jesus. Jesus is so proud of us when we try to represent Him as He really is in our lives. I may not be a very good fisherman for fish, but I hope and pray that I can be a good fisherman for people, so they can love Jesus and know of His love for them. I hope and pray that for you too! Let’s pray. Dear Jesus, thank You for showing us how to be fishermen for people, so everyone will learn about You. Help us to be good at showing and telling others how You love and forgive us. Let us be the best kind of fishermen possible – reeling in others to You! In Your name we pray, Amen. Ann Moody is a retired pastor, formerly of the Wilkesville First Presbyterian Church and the Middleport First Presbyterian Church. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. CROSS WORDS Power for the Church I’m reminded of something Jesus says before His ascension. Allow me to share it with you. “Then he said to them, ‘These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.’ Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, and said to them, ‘Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high’” (Luke 24:44-49 ESV). In another place, Jesus says, “‘But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the low. Giving is diffiend of the earth’” cult. The media has (Acts 1:8 ESV). informed us of conWe find in these gregations getting passages the Great fined. And people Commission. Christ are worried about is calling His people the Church being to spread the gospel persecuted by the message throughIsaiah government. When out the world. But Pauley He doesn’t expect Contributing all of these things are taken together, them to accomplish columnist it’s easy for Christhis work on their tians to feel uncerown. Before ascendtainty when it comes to the ing to the Father, Jesus future of the Church. commands His disciples But there’s power for the to remain where they are until the power of the Holy Church. And this power isn’t found in perfect Spirit comes. In Acts 2, the Holy Spirit programs, government comes. Thousands of unbe- policies, or the lack of persecution. Rather, this lievers are saved. “And power comes from the they devoted themselves Holy Spirit. to the apostles’ teaching There’s a reason why and the fellowship, to the Jesus commands His breaking of bread and the people to remain in Jeruprayers” (v. 42 ESV). The Church—the expression of salem until the Holy Spirit comes. The apostle Paul God’s mission—is on the rise. And it is full of power. tells the church in Ephesus, “In him you also, when you I sense discouragement heard the word of truth, among Christians today the gospel of your salvawhen it comes to the Church. Several congrega- tion, and believed in him, were sealed with the promtions aren’t meeting due ised Holy Spirit, who is the to COVID-19 concerns. A number of ministries have guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire pospushed pause or ended session of it, to the praise altogether. Attendance is of his glory” (Eph. 1:13-14 ESV). Churches can thrive in persecution. Churches can reach people in Muslim countries. Churches can grow during pandemics. Churches can have great influence in secular societies. But without the Holy Spirit of God, churches are powerless. I write this to remind us of the hope we have in Christ. There is power for the Church. The mission of God is still underway. The Holy Spirit is still convicting hearts. And nothing can stop God’s promises— not even Hell itself. Do you remember what Jesus tells Peter? “‘And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it’” (Matt. 16:18 ESV). Take heart, Christian. There is no pause button to the mission of God. Isaiah Pauley is the Minister of Worship for Faith Baptist Church in Mason, W.Va. Find more at www. isaiahpauley.com. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. TODAY IN HISTORY The Associated Press Today is Saturday, Jan. 23, the 23rd day of 2021. There are 342 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History On Jan. 23, 2020, Chinese state media said the city of Wuhan would be shutting down outbound flights and trains, trying to halt the spread of a new virus that had sickened hundreds of people and killed at least 17. The World Health Organization said the viral illness in China was not yet a global health emergency, though the head of the U.N. health agency added that “it may yet become one.” On this date In 1812, the second New Madrid Earthquake struck, with an estimated magnitude of 7.5, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. In 1845, Congress decided all national elections would be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. In 1937, 17 people went on trial in Moscow during Josef Stalin’s “Great Purge.” (All were convicted of conspiracy; all but four were executed.) In 1950, the Israeli Knesset approved a resolution affirming Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. In 1962, Jackie Robinson was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Tony Bennett recorded “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” in New York for Columbia Records. In 1964, the 24th Amendment to the United States Constitution, eliminating the poll tax in federal elections, was ratified as South Dakota became the 38th state to endorse it. In 1968, North Korea seized the U.S. Navy intelligence ship USS Pueblo, commanded by Lloyd “Pete” Bucher, charging its crew with being on a spying mission; one sailor was killed and 82 were taken prisoner. (Cmdr. Bucher and his crew were released the following December after enduring 11 months of brutal captivity at the hands of the North Koreans.) In 1973, President Richard Nixon announced an accord had been reached to end the Vietnam War, and would be formally signed four days later in Paris. In 1977, the TV mini-series “Roots,” based on the Alex Haley novel, began airing on ABC. In 1998, a judge in Fairfax, Virginia, sentenced Aimal Khan Kasi to death for an assault rifle attack outside CIA headquarters in 1993 that killed two men and wounded three other people. (Kasi was executed in November 2002.) In 2002, John Walker Lindh, a U.S.-born Taliban fighter, was returned to the United States to face criminal charges that he’d conspired to kill fellow Americans. (Lindh was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to providing support for the Taliban; he was released in May, 2019, after serving more than 17 years.) In 2009, President Barack Obama quietly ended the Bush administration’s ban on giving federal money to international groups that performed abortions or provided information on the option. New York Gov. David Paterson chose Democratic Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand to fill the Senate seat vacated by Hillary Rodham Clinton. Ten years ago: Allies and adversaries of President Hugo Chavez took to the streets of Caracas by the thousands, staging rival demonstrations to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of Venezuela’s democracy. Fitness guru Jack LaLanne died in Morro Bay, California, at age 96. Five years ago: A blizzard with hurricane-force winds brought much of the East Coast to a standstill, dumping as much as 3 feet of snow, stranding tens of thousands of travelers and shutting down Washington D.C. and New York City. Gracie Gold bounced back from a shaky short program with a flawless free skate to win her second U.S. Figure Skating title at the championship in St. Paul, Minnesota. We dwell in a world filled with millions of voices clamoring for our attention. Our children cry out for our love and care. Our relatives speak to us, expecting us to be involved in their lives. Our neighbors want to visit with us. Our bosses want us to work for them. Our employees want us to pay them. Our politicians want us to give them support. Activists demand that Jonathan we heed their cries and change McAnulty according to their demands. Manufacturers and shopkeep- Contributing Columnist ers want us to notice their products and give them our money in exchange for their goods. So intense is the competition for our attention that hundreds of billions of dollars are spent every year on advertising, and there is a whole industry devoted to asking people what they think, in large part trying to understand what they are paying attention to and how others can get them to pay better attention to other things. Each person only has so much time in any given day, and decisions must be made as to who and what gets prioritized as regards our attention. Do we heed the demands of the family? Do we put the desires of the boss first? Do we devote ourselves to the arena of politics? Where are we going to shop? What are we going to buy? Do we spend more time on self or devote our hours to caring for others? Which news source will we consume? What philosophies will we study? Every individual must answer all these questions and more day after day. Who we choose to listen to, and who we decide not to listen to, greatly shapes our character and thus our behavior. There is another, not yet mentioned, who is vying for our attention: God, who calls to men, asking them to pay attention to Him and to His wisdom. As a Father, desiring to instruct His children, God has spoken often to men, and through His word He continues to speak to us. As Solomon instructed his son, saying, “Hear your father’s instruction (Proverbs 1:8),” so too we, as dutiful children, should listen to God. Nor is God hiding His words, making them hard to find. “Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the markets she raises her voice (Proverbs 1:20; ESV).” And this wisdom is that which comes from God, teaching us the fear of the Lord (cf. Proverbs 1:29). In this busy world, filled with so many vying for our attention, are we willing to take the time to listen to God? Are we willing to listen to Christ, who calls us on behalf of the Father. In Matthew’s gospel, the author recounts that time when he first heard the call of the Lord, “As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, ‘Follow me.’ And he rose and followed him. (Matthew 9:9; ESV)” Though the account is brief, we should understand the full import of the decision Matthew made. Matthew was a man in the world, a government official, a tax-collector, an individual with responsibilities both civil and social. To follow Christ would require him to neglect some of the demands he had once deemed important and make a change in his priorities. When the call of Christ came, Matthew had to make a choice: who was he going to pay attention to. Matthew chose to listen to Christ, to heed His words, and to follow Him. This choice shaped the rest of Matthew’s life as he continued to faithfully pay attention to Christ above all others. Matthew understood, and came to more fully understand as the years went by, that in listening to the call of Christ, in paying attention to Christ, he was ultimately listening to God. Matthew also came to know and understand that in listening to Christ, he was gaining true insight and understanding regarding those things that were truly important, for “what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet lose his soul (Matthew 16:26).” That call that Matthew heeded comes to us still today. God is calling us today, through His Son. Will we take the time to listen to the call? The church of Christ invites you to worship and study with us at 234 Chapel Drive, Gallipolis, Ohio. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to share them with us. Jonathan McAnulty is minister of Chapel Hill Church of Christ. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. Church columns appear today Due to limited space, the weekly church columns did not appear in Friday’s edition though they appear here today. We thank our faithful columnists for their contributions. 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EURZVH�MREV�‡�SRVW�\RXU�UHVXPH�‡�JHW�DGYLFH jobmatchohio.com �Sports Ohio Valley Publishing Saturday, January 23, 2021 7 Lady Eagles fall at Waterford, 52-41 By Alex Hawley into the finale on top 41-24. The Lady Eagles saved their best for last, outscoring WHS 17-to-11 over the final eight minWATERFORD, Ohio — It just took too long for the shots to start utes and falling 52-41. For the game, EHS made falling. 12-of-43 (27.9 percent) field The Eastern girls basketball goal attempts, including 3-of-7 team shot just 8-of-32 from the (42.9 percent) three-point tries. field through the first three quarMeanwhile, Waterford was 23-ofters on Thursday in Washington County, where the Lady Eagles fell 49 (46.9 percent) from the field, including 4-of-10 (40 percent) to Tri-Valley Conference Hocking from beyond the arc. At the foul Division host Waterford 52-41. line, Eastern sank 14-of-20 (70 Eastern (3-11, 2-6 TVC Hockpercent), while WHS made 2-of-6 ing) sank 3-of-7 field goals in the (33.3 percent). opening stanza, and trailed 11-6 Erica Durst led the Lady Eagles eight minutes into play. The Lady with 16 points on the strength of Wildcats outscored their guest 12-to-9 in the second quarter, and seven field goals. Sydney Reynolds was next with 11 points, followed took a 23-15 advantage into halfby Jennifer Parker with eight. Kentime. Waterford came out of the break nadi Rockhold scored five points in the setback, while Brielle Newwith an 18-to-9 run, and headed ahawley@aimmediamidwest.com Alex Hawley | OVP Sports Eastern sophomore Erica Durst shoots over Southern junior Kayla Evans, during the Lady Eagles’ Dec. 21 victory in Racine, Ohio. land tallied one point. Mackenzie Suprano paced the hosts with 19 points, followed by Cara Taylor with 10. Laykyn Jones was next with seven points, followed by Alana Jones with six. Brier Offenberger and Riley Schweikert scored four each in the win, while Brianna Offenberger tallied two. Eastern also dropped a 53-36 decision to Waterford on Jan. 13 in Tuppers Plains. The Lady Eagles will try to snap their five game-skid on Saturday at the Southwest vs. Southeast Showcase at Eastern Brown, where they’ll face Peebles at 5 p.m. © 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Alex Hawley can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2100. Rio Grande women pummel Pomeroys By Randy Payton For Ohio Valley Publishing RIO GRANDE, Ohio — The University of Rio Grande used a 10-0 first quarter run to shake off a slow start and fuel an eventual 82-51 win over Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Thursday night, in women’s basketball action at the Newt Oliver Arena. The RedStorm, who were squaring off with the Pomeroys for the first time ever, upped their record to 9-7 with the victory. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, which will become a regular on future Rio schedules when it joins the River States Conference in 2021-22, slipped to 0-5 with the loss. SMWC enjoyed a trio of leads in the game’s first four minutes, including 7-6 after a Sydney Ingram three-pointer with 5:59 left in the first quarter, but Rio Grande reeled off 10 consecutive points over the next 2-1/2 minutes to grab a lead it would never relinquish. The RedStorm stretched their cushion to 11 points by the end of the opening stanza and to as many as 20 points on two occasions late in the second period before settling on a 17-point edge, 41-24, at the intermission. Rio built the big lead despite 14 first half turnovers against a team that was forcing the opposition into just 13.8 turnovers per game entering the contest. The RedStorm overcame their first half sloppiness by shooting just over 51 percent from the floor and out rebounding the Pomeroys, 21-18, over the opening two periods. SMWC didn’t do much to help its own cause over the same period with an 8-for-28 shooting performance (28.6%) and 17 turnovers of its own. The Pomeroys got no closer than the 17-point halftime deficit the rest of the way, trailing by 26 points after three quarters and by as many as 33 points, 80-47, after a layup by freshman Caitlyn Brisker (Oak Hill, OH) with 6:34 remaining in the contest. Ten different players scored in the win for Rio Grande, with sophomore Hailey Jordan’s (Columbus, OH) 17 points leading the way. Brisker added 13 points, while sophomore Lexi Woods (Waverly, OH) flirted with a tripledouble performance by tallying eight points, eight rebounds and a game-best six assists. Jordan also had five steals, Woods blocked a pair of shots and freshman Aleea Crites (Parkersburg, WV) pulled down a game-high nine rebounds in the winning effort. The RedStorm finished at 50 percent shooting (33-for-66) for the game, while enjoying a 45-35 See RIO | 8 OVP SPORTS SCHEDULE Monday, Jan. 25 Girls Basketball Trimble at Eastern, 6 p.m. Portsmouth at Gallia Academy, 7:30 Vinton County at River Valley, 7:30 South Gallia at Belpre, 7:15 Meigs at Alexander, 7:30 Tuesday, Jan. 26 Boys Basketball Trimble at South Gallia, 7:30 Waterford at Southern, 7:30 Alexander at Meigs, 7:30 Federal Hocking at Eastern, 7:30 Vinton County at River Valley, 7:30 Gallia Academy at Fairland, 7:30 Wednesday, Jan. 27 Boys Basketball Southern at Federal Hocking, 7:30 Girls Basketball Eastern at Meigs, 7:30 Wrestling Athens at Gallia Academy, 6 p.m. Photos by Bryan Walters | OVP Sports South Gallia senior Isabella Cochran (10) fires a pass out of the lane while being surrounded by Southern defenders during the first half of Thursday night’s girls basketball contest in Mercerville, Ohio. Lady Rebels sweep Southern, 68-30 By Bryan Walters bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com MERCERVILLE, Ohio — If nothing else, the Lady Rebels were just fashionably late to their own party. Visiting Southern scored the first points of regulation, but the South Gallia girls basketball team netted 10 trifectas and had nine different players reach the scoring column on Thursday night during a 68-30 Tri-Valley Conference Hocking Division victory on Senior Night in Gallia County. The host Lady Rebels (8-8, 4-5 TVC Hocking) trailed only 22 seconds throughout regulation and took a permanent lead of 4-2 on a Jessie Rutt basket with 5:19 left in the opening canto. The Red and Gold ended up scoring 11 consecutive points over a 3-minute span and built an 11-2 edge, but Lila Cooper closed out the first quarter scoring with a bucket at the 3:03 mark — allowing the Lady Tornadoes (0-14, 0-9) to close to within seven points. After hitting two trifectas in the opening eight minutes, SGHS followed with three more long range bombs from Rutt to close out the half with a 21-8 surge while extending the halftime cushion out to 32-12. Rutt and Macie Sanders each provided a pair of trifectas in the third South Gallia senior Faith Poling is fouled by Southern defender Jay Fitch (31) during the second half of Thursday night’s girls basketball contest in Mercerville, Ohio. stanza as the Lady Rebels went on a 21-5 charge and increased their lead out to 53-17 entering the finale. The Purple and Gold received six points from Kassidy Chaney during a 15-13 run to close regulation while ultimately wrapping up the 38-point outcome. South Gallia’s largest lead of the game came at 68-28 after Payton Halley converted a basket with 22 seconds left in regulation. The game had its fair share of mishaps as both teams combined for 57 turnovers, 32 of which came in the first half. Southern finished the night with 31 turnovers, 18 of which came in the first half. SGHS had 14 miscues in the first half and 26 overall. The Lady Rebels outrebounded the guests by a 39-36 overall margin, but SHS did manage a 10-9 edge on the offensive boards. South Gallia made 23-of-52 field goal attempts for 44 percent, including a 10-of-20 effort from behind the arc for 50 percent. The hosts were also 12-of-23 at the free throw line for 52 percent. Rutt led SGHS with a game-high 22 points and a team-best eight rebounds, followed by Tori Triplett with 11 points and Sanders with nine markers. Bella Cochran and Ryleigh Halley were next with six points each, while Kennedey Lambert and MaKayla Waugh contributed five points apiece. Payton Halley and Natalie Swain completed the winning tally with two points each. Cochran also hauled in seven boards for the victors. The Lady Tornadoes made 12-of-52 shot attempts for 23 percent, including a 2-of-18 effort from 3-point range for 11 percent. The guests also went 4-of-8 at the charity stripe for 50 percent. Chaney paced Southern with nine points, followed by Kayla Evans with eight points and Cooper with five markers to go along with a team-best nine rebounds. Kelly Shaver chipped in four points and Michelle Adkins added two points, while Lauren Smith completed the scoring with a single point. Evans also grabbed seven boards in the setback. South Gallia honored seniors Faith Poling, Emily Mandeville, Kennedey Lambert, MaKayla Waugh and Gabby Spurlock before the contest. The Lady Rebels also claimed a season sweep See REBELS | 8 �SPORTS 8 Saturday, January 23, 2021 Big offenses, overlooked defenses in AFC title game By Barry Wilner Associated Press Two teams so absent from championship history for so long until recently face off for the AFC championship. The Kansas City Chiefs won their first NFL title since 1970 when they beat San Francisco in last year’s Super Bowl. When they host Buffalo, the Chiefs will take on a franchise that went from the 2000-2016 seasons without even getting to the playoffs. What we get Sunday is a matchup of dynamic offenses and overlooked defenses, the top two teams in the conference. Kansas City (15-2) has the confidence of a reigning champion and a charisma few NFL teams can match. Buffalo (15-3) has an undying belief that after years in the doldrums, the formula is on hand for a return to the Super Bowl. Here’s what we figure to see. When the Bills have the ball Some Bills fans are worried about their team’s ability to run the ball because Buffalo ranked 20th and didn’t do much on the ground in the playoffs. It would be a boost to get Devin Singletary going behind a solid line anchored by center Mitch Morse and right tackle Daryl Williams. Of course, Josh Allen is one of the biggest threats as a runner among all quarterbacks, and he will use his feet and bulk to advantage. Rebels From page 7 of Southern. South Gallia returns to action Monday when it travels to Belpre for a TVC Hocking contest at 7 p.m. Southern travels to Wellston on Monday for a non-conference matchup at 6:30 p.m. © 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101. Ohio Valley Publishing Lady Spartans sweep River Valley By Alex Hawley two points, at 12-10, a quarter into play. However, Alexander (13-2, 8-1) outscored the hosts 15-toBIDWELL, Ohio — 9 in the second period After all, a week didn’t and took a 27-to-19 lead make that much differinto halftime. ence. The guests came out The River Valley girls basketball team — which of the half with a 9-to-5 dropped a 63-30 decision spurt and headed into the finale with a 36-to-24 to Alexander on Jan. edge. 14 in Albany — fell to The Lady Spartans the Lady Spartans by a 57-32 count in Tri-Valley saved their best for last, Conference Ohio Division capping off the 57-32 with a 21-to-8 run. action on Thursday in For the game, River Gallia County. Valley made 14 field RVHS (9-6, 4-3 TVC goals, including one Ohio) was down by just ahawley@aimmediamidwest.com three-pointer. Meanwhile, the guests sank 20 field goals, including six trifectas. At the foul line, RVHS was 3-of-7 (42.9 percent), while AHS shot 11-of-12 (91.7 percent). Hannah Jacks led the Silver and Black with 11 points, followed by Lauren Twyman with eight. Allie Holley contributed six points to the Lady Raider cause, Emma Truance chipped in with four, Morrisa Barcus added two, while Madison Hall had one. For Alexander, Marlee Grinstead led all-scorers with 26 points. Kara Meeks was next with 16, followed by Jadyn Mace with eight. Brooke Casto claimed five points in the win, while Erin Scurlock scored two. The Lady Raiders are slated to be back on their home court against league-leading Vinton County on Monday. © 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Alex Hawley can be reached at 740446-2342, ext. 2100. Lady Dragons burn Gallia Academy By Bryan Walters the break. Maddy Petro provided four points in each of the final two frames for GAHS, but the Green PROCTORVILLE, Ohio — and White made a 22-9 third Rather hot in this dragon’s lair. Host Fairland hit seven 3-point- quarter push to extend their advantage out to 63-21 entering ers and had four players reach the finale. double digits in scoring on Fairland closed regulation with Thursday night during a 79-35 a small 16-14 run to wrap up the victory over the Gallia Academy 44-point outcome. girls basketball team in an Ohio The Blue and White committed Valley Conference matchup in 29 of the 41 turnovers in the conLawrence County. test. GAHS made 13 total field The Lady Dragons (13-1, 9-1 OVC) hit 10 of their first 14 shot goals — including one trifecta — and also went 8-of-21 at the free attempts and got nine points throw line for 38 percent. from Tomi Hinkle en route to a Petro led the guests with 10 24-10 first quarter lead, and the points, followed by Preslee Reed visiting Blue Angels (4-6, 3-5) with eight points. Chanee Crewere ultimately never closer the meens and Emma Hammons were rest of the way. next with seven markers, while Bree Allen poured in eight Mary Howell and Regan Wilcoxon points as FHS made a 17-2 seccompleted the respective scoring ond quarter surge and took a with two points and one point. comfortable 41-12 cushion into bwalters@aimmediamidwest.com MyWVUChart Online Patient Portal MyWVUChart.com Whether you’re at work, on the road, or at home, you can: Manage your appointments Schedule your next appointment, or view details of your past and upcoming appointments. Visit your doctor online See a healthcare provider without having to go into the clinic. Access your test results No more waiting for a phone call or letter. View your results within days. Communicate with your doctor Get answers to medical questions without phone calls or unnecessary appointments. Pay bills online Access and pay your copays and bills from home. 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Hinkle paced the hosts with a game-high 21 points, followed by Allen and Reece Barnitz with 17 markers apiece. Emma Marshall was next with 12 points, while Miaa Howard chipped in four points. Kylee Bruce and Libby Judge were next with three markers each, with Kirsten Orsborn completing the winning tally with two points. Gallia Academy returns to action Saturday when it hosts Chesapeake at 1:30 p.m. © 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. Bryan Walters can be reached at 740-446-2342, ext. 2101. Brady, Rodgers headline title game By Barry Wilner best they can. For Brady to get a shot at a seventh Super Bowl title, his protection, anchored by left guard Ali Marpet and More than 100 players will suit up for Sunday’s NFC championship game, rookie right tackle Tristan Wirfs, must stand up against Za’Darius Smith and so try to ignore all those talking heads Preston Smith, both potential game making mention of only two: Tom changers for the Packers. Green Bay Brady and Aaron Rodgers. Yes, it’s as juicy a matchup of quarter- will do some blitzing, though not as backs as the current NFL can offer. The much as Buccaneers defensive coordinaBattle of the Bays might well be decided tor Todd Bowles figures to do. Don’t expect the Bucs (nor the Packby what Mr. Six Rings does against the Packers’ defense, or what the 2020 All- ers) to commit many turnovers, either. Pro Rodgers manages versus the Buccaneers’ D. When the Packers have the ball The only time Green Bay (14-3) was Green Bay doesn’t have the multioverwhelmed this season was a 38-10 pronged attack Tampa Bay does, but it loss in October to the Bucs (13-5). has the top receiver in this game in AllThat said, here’s what each team will Pro Davante Adams. It’s pretty simple be looking at in Lambeau Field. when it comes to somewhat neutralizing Rodgers, who is having perhaps the best season of his Hall of Fame-caliber When the Bucs have the ball career: slow down Adams. Few oppoWe’ll get to Brady in a moment, nents have done so no matter who or because a decent amount of Tampa how many DBs cover Adams. Bay’s chances will depend on running The burden will fall much of the time backs Leonard Fournette and Ronald on an underrated group of cornerbacks Jones being productive. They have featuring Carlton Davis, Jamel Dean been, particularly Fournette, in recent and Sean Murphy-Bunting. Indeed, games. If the offense is balanced, Brady is at both teams have impressive secondarhis most dangerous. He might occasion- ies, with rookie Antoine Winfield Jr., and Jordan Whitehead performing well ally test cornerbacks Jaire Alexander, Kevin King and Chandon Sullivan with at safety for Bowles. Unlike Brady, Rodgers can create outdeep throws, but more likely will rely side the pocket, and he’s especially danon stud wideout Mike Evans, the regerous when doing so. His star running emerging Antonio Brown, and Chris back, Aaron Jones, not only is terrific Godwin and Scotty Miller on shorter plays that allow them to gain yards after in the ground game, but he’s a top-level catch. Coach Bruce Arians ruled out the receiver. Few teams run screens to re-emerging Antonio Brown because of wideouts as well as the Pack — except a knee injury, but a missed tackle on the the Buccaneers, who rank second in that category to Green Bay’s fifth. others by any Green Bay defender easDrops can be an issue for Adams’ ily could lead to six points. comrades, but Rodgers seems to have While the Bucs have the more estabconfidence in all of them — Allen Lazlished tight ends in Rob Gronkowski ard, Marquez Valdes-Scantling and TE and Cameron Brate, they might not have the most impactful at the position Robert Tonyan, who might be the most improved player in the NFL for 2020. (see below). But Gronk in particular Tonyan seems to get more open than has always been a big-play guy in big games for Brady, and Green Bay doesn’t any other tight end in the league. His matchup with Tampa Bay’s have linebackers who excel in coverage. Look for safeties Adrian Amos and superb linebackers, Devin White and Darnell Savage to handle the big guy as Lavonte David, could be decisive. Associated Press Privacy and Security � =<�4LKPJPUL�PZ�JVTTP[[LK�[V�WYV]PKPUN�X\HSP[`� > healthcare and respecting the privacy and JVUÄKLU[PHSP[`�VM�`V\Y�TLKPJHS�PUMVYTH[PVU��6\Y�WVSPJPLZ� and procedures regarding access to and release of medical records conform to state and federal laws and are designed to safeguard your privacy. Technical Support Email: 4`>=<*OHY['^]\O�JVT Toll-Free Support Line: 866-982-4278 OH-70221246 For complete terms and conditions, please visit: WVUMedicine.org Rio season-highs. Avalee Jeffers had six rebounds, Emma Saunders handed out three assists and Allyson Hardiek blocked six From page 7 shots in a losing cause for SMWC. Rio Grande is scheduled to return to edge in rebounding and committing just action on Saturday afternoon when it five second half turnovers. travels to Batavia, Ohio to face the UniSaint Mary-of-the-Woods hit just 18 versity of Cincinnati-Clermont. Tipoff is of its 58 field goal attempts (31.0%) set for 2 p.m. and finished with 23 turnovers. Ingram and Delaney Kendall scored Randy Payton is the Sports Information Director at the 20 and 13 points, respectively, for the University of Rio Grande. Pomeroys. Both figures represented �NEWS Ohio Valley Publishing Impeachment “We don’t think it can be delayed or it can wait, so they’re going to have to find a path forward,” Psaki said of the virus aid. “He’s confident they can do that.” From page 1 Democrats would need the support of Unlike any in history, Trump’s impeach- at least 17 Republicans to convict Trump, a high bar. While most Republican senament trial would be the first of a U.S. president no longer in office, an undertak- tors condemned Trump’s actions that ing that his Senate Republican allies argue day, far fewer appear to be ready to conis pointless, and potentially even unconsti- vict. A handful of Senate Republicans have tutional. Democrats say they have to hold indicated they are open — but not comTrump to account, even as they pursue mitted — to conviction. But most have new President Joe Biden’s legislative priorities, because of the gravity of what took come to Trump’s defense as it relates to place — a violent attack on the U.S. Con- impeachment, saying they believe a trial will be divisive and questioning the legalgress aimed at overturning an election. If Trump is convicted, the Senate could ity of trying a president after he has left office. vote to bar him from holding office ever South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, again, potentially upending his chances a close Trump ally who has been helping for a political comeback. The urgency to hold Trump responsible him find lawyers, said Friday there is “a very compelling constitutional case” on is somewhat complicated by Democrats’ whether Trump can be impeached after simultaneous need to get Biden’s government in place and start quick work on his his term — an assertion that Democrats reject, saying there is ample legal prececoronavirus aid package. The trial could dent. Graham also suggested that Repubhalt Senate work on those priorities. licans will argue Trump’s words on Jan. 6 “The more time we have to get up and were not legally “incitement.” running ... the better,” Biden said Friday “On the facts, they’ll be able to mount in brief comments to reporters. a defense, so the main thing is to give Pelosi said Friday the nine House him a chance to prepare and run the trial impeachment managers, or prosecutors, orderly, and hopefully the Senate will are “ready to begin to make their case” reject the idea of pursuing presidents against Trump. Trump’s team will have after they leave office,” Graham said. had the same amount of time since the Other Republicans had stronger words, House impeachment vote to prepare, suggesting there should be no trial at all. Pelosi said. Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso said Pelosi Democrats say they can move quickly is sending a message to Biden that “my through the trial, potentially with no withatred and vitriol of Donald Trump is so nesses, because lawmakers experienced strong that I will stop even you and your the insurrection first-hand. Cabinet from getting anything done.” One of the managers, California Rep. Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson suggested Ted Lieu, said Friday that Democrats Democrats are choosing “vindictiveness” would rather be working on policy right over national security as Biden attempts now, but “we can’t just ignore” what hapto set up his government. pened on Jan. 6. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McCon“This was an attack on our Capitol by nell, who said this week that Trump “proa violent mob,” Lieu said in an interview voked” his supporters before the riot, has with The Associated Press. “It was an not said how he will vote. He said Senate attack on our nation instigated by our commander in chief. We have to address Republicans “strongly believe we need a full and fair process where the former that and make sure it never happens president can mount a defense and the again.” Senate can properly consider the factual, Trump, who told his supporters to legal and constitutional questions.” “fight like hell” just before they invaded Trump, the first president to be the Capitol two weeks ago and interimpeached twice, is at a disadvantage rupted the electoral vote count, is still compared with his first impeachment assembling his legal team. White House press secretary Jen Psaki trial, in which he had the full resources on Friday deferred to Congress on timing of the White House counsel’s office to defend him. Graham helped Trump hire for the trial and would not say whether Biden thinks Trump should be convicted. South Carolina attorney Butch Bowers after members of his past legal teams But she said lawmakers can simultaneindicated they did not plan to join the ously discuss and have hearings on new effort. Biden’s coronavirus relief package. COVID-19 30-39 — 151 cases (3 new cases, 3 hospitalizations) 40-49 — 165 cases (1 From page 1 new case, 3 hospitalizations) 30-39 — 266 cases (1 50-59 — 167 cases (3 new case, 3 hospitalizanew cases, 3 hospitalizations) tions) 40-49 — 293 cases (1 60-69 — 151 cases (4 new case, 5 hospitalizanew cases, 16 hospitaltions) izations, 3 deaths) 50-59 — 283 cases (2 70-79 — 114 cases (4 new cases, 10 hospitalizanew cases, 18 hospitaltions, 1 death) izations, 1 new death, 8 60-69 — 235 cases total deaths) (23 hospitalizations, 3 80-89 — 44 cases deaths) (8 hospitalizations, 9 70-79 — 165 cases (1 new case, 30 hospitaliza- deaths) 90-99 — 19 cases (1 tions, 9 deaths) new case, 5 hospitaliza80-plus — 127 cases tions, 3 deaths) (33 hospitalizations, 13 100-109 — 1 case (1 deaths) hospitalization) Gallia County is curIn addition, the rently “Orange” on the Ohio Public Health Advi- MCHD completed another COVID-19 Vacsory System map after meeting two of the seven cination Clinic on Jan. 21, which allowed 100 indicators on Thursday. individuals to receive the COVID-19 vaccinaMeigs County The Meigs County Health Department reported 20 additional confirmed cases and two probable cases of COVID-19 since Wednesday as part of Friday’s update. There are 81 active cases, and 1,130 total cases (1,057 confirmed, 73 probable) since April, according to the update. There have been a total of 23 deaths (one new), 1,029 recovered cases (26 new), and 58 hospitalizations since April. The next update is scheduled for Friday afternoon due to Thursday’s vaccine clinic. Age ranges for the 1,130 Meigs County cases, as of Thursday, are as follows: 0-9 — 43 cases (1 new case) 10-19 — 104 cases (1 new case) 20-29 — 171 cases (4 new cases, 1 hospitalization) OH-70221235 tion. The total vaccinations administered by the health department is now at 437. For more data and information on the cases in Meigs County visit https://www.meigshealth.com/covid-19/ . Meigs County remained “Red” on the Ohio Public Health Advisory System after meeting two of the seven indicators on Thursday. Saturday, January 23, 2021 9 Legislator who questioned Black hygiene to lead health panel COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A Republican lawmaker and doctor who questioned whether members of “the colored population” were disproportionately contracting the coronavirus because of their hygiene is drawing new criticism from Black lawmakers after his appointment to lead the state Senate Health Committee. “Could it just be that African Americans – or the colored population — do not wash their hands as well as other groups? Or wear masks? Or do not socially distance themselves?” state Sen. Stephen Huffman asked a Black health expert in June 11 testimony. “Could that just be the explanation of why there’s a higher incidence?” GALLIA, MEIGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS Editor’s Note: The Daily Sentinel and Gallipolis Daily Tribune appreciate your input to the community calendar. To make sure items can receive proper attention, all information should be received by the newspaper at least five business days prior to an event. All coming events print on a space-available basis and in chronological order. Events can be emailed to: TDSnews@aimmediamidwest.com or GDTnews@aimmediamidwest.com. Saturday, Jan. 23 MIDDLEPORT — Middleport Fire Department will be hosting a fish fry at fire station. Serving starts 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 25 MIDDLEPORT — The meeting of the Meigs County Veterans Service Commission will be held at 1,452 COVID-19 cases DHHR is reporting in Mason County are as follows: 0-9 — 31 cases (plus 1 probable case, 1 new confirmed case) 10-19 — 119 cases (plus 3 probable case, 3 new confirmed cases) 20-29 — 252 cases (plus 6 probable cases (1 new), 3 new confirmed cases) 30-39 — 200 cases (plus 10 probable case (2 new), 6 new confirmed cases) Mason County 40-49 — 203 cases DHHR reported 1,452 total cases (since March) (plus 7 probable cases, 1 new confirmed case) for Mason County in 50-59 — 223 cases the 10 a.m. update on Friday morning, 20 more (plus 2 probable cases, 3 than Thursday. Of those, deaths, 1 new confirmed case) 1,415 are confirmed 60-69 — 188 cases cases and 37 are prob(plus 5 probable case, 4 able cases. DHHR has deaths, 3 new confirmed reported 26 deaths in cases) Mason County. 70+ — 199 cases (plus According to DHHR, 3 probable cases, 19 the age ranges for the Improvement (LTIP) slate of projects. The public is invited to attend the meeting via Facebook Live. Visit the Buckeye Hills Regional Council Facebook page to watch the livestream: http://www.facebook. com/BuckeyeHills/ live. The meeting agenda will be posted to buckeyehills.org prior to the meeting. RUTLAND — Lead- Public comments may ing Creek Conservancy be submitted until District will hold their Feb. 1 by emailing mhyer@buckeyehills. organizational and regular board meeting org. Questions regardat 4 p.m. at their office ing this program on Corn Hollow Road, should be directed to Michelle Hyer, DevelRutland. opment Specialist III/ District 18 Liaison, via email at mhyer@ buckeyehills.org or via phone at 740-3761025. MARIETTA — The District 18 Ohio Public Works Fiscal Year 2022 (Round 35) Executive Committee will be held by remote video conference at PERRY TWP. — 10 a.m. The purpose The Perry Township of this meeting is to Board of Trustees regreview and approve ularly scheduled meetthe Fiscal Year 2022 ings are on the second (Round 35) State Cap- Monday of each month ital Improvement Pro- with the next meeting gram (SCIP) and the at 7 p.m., Feb. 8 at the Local Transportation townhouse. 9 a.m. at their office located at 97 North Second Avenue, Suite 2 in Middleport. POMEROY — The regular meeting of the Meigs County Library Board will be held at 1 p.m. at the Pomeroy Library. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Wednesday, Feb. 3 deaths) On Friday, Mason County was “orange” on the West Virginia County Alert System map. Mason County’s latest infection rate was 49.57 on Friday, up from 45.26 on Thursday, with a 5.89 percent positivity rate. Surrounding counties are orange. Ohio The Ohio Department of Health reported a 24-hour change of 4,278 new cases on Friday (21day average of 7,314). There were 81 new deaths (21-day average of 78), 204 new hospitalizations (21-day average of 295) and 20 new ICU admissions (21-day average of 29) reported in the previous 24 hours, according to Friday’s update. West Virginia As of the 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 8 update on Friday, DHHR is reporting a total of 113,615 cases with 1,856 deaths. There was an increase of 998 cases from Thursday and 7 new deaths. DHHR reports a total of 1,820,409 lab test have been completed, with a 5.52 cumulative percent positivity rate. The daily positivity rate in the state was 4.93 percent. There are 25,342 currently active cases in the state. DHHR reported on Friday that 146,469 first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to residents of West Virginia. So far, 35,991 people have been fully vaccinated. Kayla (Hawthorne) Dunham and Sarah Hawley contributed to this story. © 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing, all rights reserved. �NEWS/CLASSIFIEDS 10 Saturday, January 23, 2021 Ohio Valley Publishing MEIGS HEALTH MATTERS 1918 Pandemic Influenza and the COVID-19 Pandemic of 2020 In 2018, we recollected the 100-year anniversary of the infamous “Spanish Flu” pandemic that swept across the world. Little did we know, that in the next couple of years we would be experiencing another one in 100-year pandemic (and hopefully the last for the next 100 years). The next pandemic we experienced was that of COVID-19. Both of these pandemics were caused by respiratory viruses that were highly contagious and deadly. In the next few paragraphs, I’ll go over a little bit of the history of the influenza pandemic of 1918 and the numbers of COVID-19. Let’s dive a little deeper into the timeline of the 1918 pandemic to better understand the history. In 1918, a new strain of the influenza virus emerged around the time of WWI. This is important to note because during this time the conditions were perfect for the spread of a respiratory virus. There was over crowding and a great deal of global travel due to the war, meaning troops were spreading the virus all over the world. In March of 1918, there are outbreaks of flu-like illness detected in the US. More than 100 soldiers at Camp Funston become ill and the number of cases quintuples in just a week. Over the next six months, we see it spread across the US, Europe, and Asia. In April of 1918, the first closing hours to mention of severe prevent overcrowdcases of influenza ing, encouraging and even three people to walk to deaths appear in work instead using a weekly public public transit, eduhealth report in cating the public Kansas. By May, about the dangers hundreds of thouMikie sands of soldiers Strite, MPH of coughing and are deployed for Contributing sneezing, and wearing masks. WWI and in Sepcolumnist Interestingly tember a second enough, we have wave of flu peaks in the US. This second wave used these same tactics is highly fatal and respon- in 2020 to prevent the spread of COVID-19. sible for most of the It is estimated that deaths in the pandemic. about 500 million people Throughout the pan(or one-third of the demic, public health world’s population) were officials implemented infected with the flu different tactics to help virus. It’s also estimated mitigate the spread of influenza. These included that 50 million people died, with approximately things like encourag675,000 occurring in the ing stores and factories United States. Many of to stagger opening and Together we can help PROTECT. these deaths occurred in people younger than 5, 20-40 years old, and 65 years and older. Because there were no vaccines or antibiotics to treat secondary infections, control efforts such as isolation, quarantine, good hand hygiene, and limiting gathering were implemented. These are also things we’ve used to help prevent the spread of COVID. Now let’s take a look at the numbers of COVID. According to Johns Hopkins University, at the time this article was written there were over 96 million cases and over 2 million deaths all over the world. The US accounts for over 24 million cases and over 401,000 deaths. In Ohio, there has been 836,055 total cases, 43,605 hospitalizations and 9,252 confirmed deaths. Meigs County accounts for 1,050 of those cases, 51 of the hospitalizations, and 21 of the deaths. The deaths are always disheartening to see, regardless of how big or small the numbers. With the vaccination efforts in place, we will hopefully see a decline in all of the statistics. Is it safe to say we’ve learned from our past pandemic of a respiratory virus? I’ll let you be judge of that after reading this article and doing your own research. I would say we definitely have seen what works and what doesn’t. Hopefully our vaccines will save lives and prevent cases. Stay safe and stay healthy, friends. Mikie Strite, MPH, is the SCO Regional Epidemiologist. GALLIA, MEIGS BRIEFS Editor’s Note: Gallia Meigs Briefs will only list event information that is open to the public and will be printed on a space-available basis. As our community faces a surge in COVID-19 cases at the beginning of flu season, we owe it to ourselves, our families, and our neighbors to do what we can to protect each other. Gallia vaccine registration The Gallia County Health Department is scheduling COVID-19 vaccine appointments for residents in the following age groups and categories: 80 years and older, 75-plus and those with severe congenital conditions, 70-plus, 65-plus. To schedule an appointment, call 740-441-2018, 740-441-2950, or 740-441-2951. The health department stresses a scheduled appointment is required to receive the vaccine. " You can spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick. " Your mask is meant to protect other people in case you are infected. " Stay in contact with friends & loved ones via social media or video chat. Meigs vaccine registration OH-70218876 CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY. The Meigs County Health Department is compiling a list of Meigs County residents who wish to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The following age groups and categories are currently being accepted: 80 years and older, 75-plus and those with severe congenital conditions, 70-plus, 65-plus. To be placed on the list for an appointment, call 740-444-4540. Individuals are asked to utilize this number and do not call the Health Department’s main line to be placed on the waiting list. Your call will be returned to acknowledge receipt within 24-48 hours during normal business hours (Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.). Appointments will be made based on the availability of vaccine and in compliance with guidance issued by the state of Ohio. LEGAL NOTICE Sealed bids will be received by the Chester Township Trustees of Meigs County, Ohio at the Chester Town Hall at 47131 S.R. 248, Long Bottom, Ohio at 6pm, on Feb 16, 2021 for the mowing of three Cemeteries - Chester, Mound and Mount Hermon Cemeteries. Bids will be opened and read aloud immediately afterwards. Bids may be mailed ahead of time to Chester Township, PO Box 46, Chester, OH 45720. (740) 446-2342 or fax to (740) 446-3008 XXX�NZEBJMZTFOUJOFM�DPN�t�HEUDMBTTJöFET!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN HEUMFHBMT!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN (740) 992-2155 or fax to (740) 992-2157 XXX�NZEBJMZTFOUJOFM�DPN�t�HEUDMBTTJöFET!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN HEUMFHBMT!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN (304) 675-1333 or fax to (304) 675-5234 XXX�NZEBJMZTFOUJOFM�DPN�t�HEUDMBTTJöFET!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN HEUMFHBMT!BJNNFEJBNJEXFTU�DPN MERCHANDISE Want To Buy Hungry for a new opportunity? Absolute Top Dollarsilver/gold coins, any 10k/14k/18k gold jewerly, dental gold, pre 1935 US currency, diamonds, MTS Coin Shop 151 2nd Avenue, Gallipolis. 446-2842 OH-70211928 General Mills, located in Wellston, Ohio is hiring Production Operators for their 2nd and 3rd shift teams. Pay rates start out between $16.70 and $18.30 per hour, with excellent benefits. Apply online today at http://careers.generalmills.com General Mills – Making Food the World Loves and Needs. Mowing is typically done every two weeks, depending on the weather, throughout the mowing season, and the Bid Amount shall be per each time the mowing of all three Cemeteries is done. The successful bidder will be required to be enrolled in Ohio Workers' Compensation and carry General Liability Insurance in the amount of $2,000,000, and certificates showing proof of these will be required. The Township reserves the right to conduct investigation as necessary to determine the responsibility of a bidder. Questions may be directed to Fiscal Officer Roger Karr at 740-416-7742. The Trustees' Feb meeting will be conducted on Feb 16 instead of the normal second Tuesday. 1/23/21 127,&( 72 %,''(56 Sealed proposals for the addition of a work bay on the current School Bus Garage building at Gallia CountySchool Bus Garage will be received by the Gallia County Local Schools at their office, 4836 State Route 325 S,Patriot, Ohio 45658, until 12:00 noon Monday, 2/22/21,, at which time they will be opened and read aloud. A walk through will be conducted starting at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, 2/10 at Gallia County School bus garage. Plans, Specifications, and Bid/Contract Forms may be secured at the office of the Gallia County Local SchoolDistrict Office, 4836 State Route 325 S, Patriot, Ohio 45658. All bidders must furnish, as part of their bid, all materials, tools, labor, and equipment. Questions can be directed to Todd Boothe, Director of Buildings and Grounds, 740-379-9085. Each bid must comply with all of the conditions set forth in R.C. 153.54 and must be accompanied by either abid bond in an amount of 1O0% of the bid amount with a surety satisfactory to the aforesaid Gallia CountyLocal Schools or by certified check, cashier's check or letter of credit upon a solvent bank in an amount of notless than 10% of the bid amount in favor of the aforesaid Gallia County Local Schools. Bid Bonds shall beaccompanied by Proof of Authority of the official or agent signing the bond. Bids shall be sealed and marked as "BlD FOR GALLIA COUNTY LOCAL SCHOOLS 2021 Gallia County School Bus Garage Bay Addition" and mailed or delivered to: Gallia County Local School District, 4836 State Route 325 S,Patriot, OH 45658. Attention of bidders is called to all of the requirements contained in the bid packet, various insurance requirements, various equal opportunity provisions, and the requirement for a payment bond and performance bond of 100% of the contract price.No bidder may withdraw his bid wlthin sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening thereof. Gallia County Local Schools will accept the lowest responsible bid. Not with standing the foregoing, Gallia County Local Schools reserves the right to waive any informalities or reject any or all bids.Gallia County Local Schools adheres to all state policies pertaining to Handicapped Accessibility and EqualEmployment Opportunities 1/23/21 �NEWS Ohio Valley Publishing ODJFS issues $300 federal pandemic unemployment payments ed an additional up to 11 weeks in PEUC and COLUMBUS — The PUA. System programming is still underway Ohio Department of Job and Family Services for these new benefits. Programming has (ODJFS) has begun been completed for issuing supplemental the $300 add-on for weekly $300 Federal claimants receiving traPandemic Unemployditional unemployment ment Compensation benefits, as well as for (FPUC) payments to eligible unemployment claimants with remaining eligibility under the claimants following a PEUC and PUA pronew system programgrams, and other unemming update. ployment programs. According to a news All claimants will release from ODJFS, the receive all benefits they payments were made are eligible for, retropossible by the federal active to as early as Consolidated ApproDecember 27, 2020. priations Act of 2021, For updates on the which was signed on implementation of the December 27, 2020. extended an amended “Each claim is pandemic unemployimportant to us. We understand the urgency ment programs, visit jfs. ohio.gov/caa. of providing Ohioans with the resources they Information provided by ODJFS. need to support their families,” said ODJF Director Kimberly Henderson. “We worked quickly to align our system with the new requirements, and I am pleased that we can now provide much-needed relief to eligible claimants.” The federal CARES Act, signed in March 2020, provided FPUC benefits through July 31, 2020. It also provided up to 39 weeks of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and up to 13 weeks of Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC). The federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, signed on December 27, 2021, provided up to an additional 11 weeks of FPUC benefits from December 27, 2020, through March 13, 2021. It also providOH-70221229 Staff Report Saturday, January 23, 2021 11 OU announces plans for virtual commencement ATHENS, Ohio — Ohio University is making plans to hold virtual ceremonies for spring 2021 graduates. Current state regulations and the continuing public health risk posed by large gatherings unfortunately prohibit the University from hosting its traditional in-person commencement ceremonies this spring. Ohio University will continue to monitor changes to state guidelines for gatherings as well as progress in the containment of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the University will be prepared to reconsider in-person commencement celebrations if there is a substantial change in the state’s public health situation in the coming weeks. “We understand that this news is disappointing for our spring graduates and their families,” Ohio University President M. Duane Nellis said. “Commencement is the most important day in the life of a college student. It is a culmination of their hard work and dedication to reach an important milestone, an effort that has only been made more challenging due to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Ohio University’s commencement planning team is working diligently to create a virtual experience that honors each of our graduates and captures the spirit and energy of our traditional ceremonies. The Ohio University Office of Conference and Event Services will be contacting spring graduates in the coming weeks with more infor- mation on how to have your name and photo included in a virtual ceremony. “We understand, value, and appreciate the importance of commencement and the role it plays in recognizing and celebrating significant achievements,” President Nellis said. “While we will plan for our May commencement ceremony to be virtual, we are committed to ensuring our graduates feel our support and that their accomplishments are celebrated regardless of the format of the events.” For more information visit www. ohio.edu/commencement or email commencement@ohio.edu. Information provided by Ohio University. GALLIA, MEIGS BRIEF Straw available MIDDLEPORT — The Meigs County Humane Society will be providing straw for pet bedding during the months of November, December, January, and February. 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The Meigs County Budget Commission grants this waiver. Approved to hire Kelsie Keesee as a substitute teacher for the 2020-2021 school year as approved by the Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center, retroactive to Jan. 11, 2021 and pending completion of all administrative requirements. Approved to hire James Gilmer as a substitute teacher for the 2020-2021 school year as approved by the AthensMeigs Educational Service Center, pending completion of all administrative requirements. Re-approved the following substitute teachers for the 2020-2021 school year per Board Policy 3120.04, as approved by the Athens-Meigs Educational Service Center: Michael Adkins, Mason Anderson, John Bell Jr., Teresa Carr, Robert Caul, Lauren Dailey, Uretta Jo Dunn, Marjorie Fetty, John Flemming, Erika Fox, Karen Gibbs, Brandon Gilkey, Amanda Graham, Vicki Hughes, Erin Johnson, Taylor Jones, Robert Keene, Kaitlin Krugman, Bruce Martin, Emily Moore, Serena Popoae, Autumn Porter, Tatjana Price, Amanda Schwarzel, Michael Scyoc, Nathaniel Sisson, Ladona Stephens, Alisha Stewart, Migail Wheaton, Larry Wilcoxen, Duane Bruce Wolfe, Cassandra Yoder, Linda Yonker, Marinda Young. Accepted the resignation of Sharon Hawley, Elementary Music Teacher, for retirement purposes. Set Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office for the next regular meeting of the Meigs Local Board of Education. RACINE — Southern Local Wellness Center, a Coplin Health Systems site, will be hosting a screening event for heart health. The Heart Health Lab Screening will take place from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., Feb. 12 at the center’s location of 906 Elm Street, Racine, Ohio. The screening will provide tests for thyroid (TSH), blood count/anemia (CBC), cholesterol/HDL/LDL/Triglycerides (Lipids), glucose/electrolytes (CMP) and HgbA1C. Other tests include, blood pressure, pulse, height/weight check. County as well as those in Athens County according to a OhioHealth O’Bleness spokesperson. adding their information to ATHENS — O’Bleness Requests for walk-in the department’s VaccinaHospital and the Athens tion Interest List, which can appointments at the clinic City-County Health Departor at OhioHealth physician ment have joined together to be found on their website at www.athenspublichealth.org. offices will not be accepted. offer a community vaccine “Rolling out the vaccine clinic on the Athens campus However, if community memof Ohio University. The clinic bers still have questions, they in an efficient manner is a should call the department at critically important element is open now at 191 West of our community’s fight (740) 592.4431. Union Drive, the new Ohio Community members who against this pandemic,” said University Heritage College Mark Seckinger, OhioHealth have registered with the of Osteopathic Medicine O’Bleness Hospital president. building, by appointment and health department but opt “We believe that combining as vaccines become available. to receive their vaccine at The clinic is currently pro- another location should con- forces with the health department allows us all to do tact the health department viding COVID-19 vaccines what we do best: care for our to remove their names from to patients 80 years of age community. This collaborathe list. Those considering and older and others who tive approach will combine receiving a COVID-19 vacmeet the criteria for group the quantity of vaccine supcine should also be aware 1B in accordance with guidply, streamline vaccination that wherever they receive ance from Ohio Governor schedules and ensure those their first dose, they will Mike DeWine and the Ohio who have interest in getting need to return to the same Department of Health. location to receive their sec- vaccinated, starting with our The health department most vulnerable, get it in the ond dose. is experiencing high call easiest way possible.” The clinic is open to volumes and asks that com“Many local residents have munity members register by residents outside of Athens Actor Chita Rivera is 88. Actor-director Lou Antonio is 87. Jazz musician Gary Burton is 78. Actor Gil Gerard is 78. Sen. Thomas R. Carper, D-Del., is 74. Singer Anita Pointer is 73. Actor Richard 2 PM 19° 28° 28° Chilly today with plenty of sunshine. Mostly cloudy tonight. High 34° / Low 19° AccuWeather.com Asthma Index™ Temperature The AccuWeather.com Asthma Index combines the effects of current air quality, pollen counts, wind, temperature, dew point, barometric pressure, and changes from past weather conditions to provide a scale showing the overall probability and severity of an asthma attack. (in inches) 0.0 0.6/4.7 9.6/9.3 Today 7:42 a.m. 5:40 p.m. 1:22 p.m. 3:13 a.m. Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Sun. 7:41 a.m. 5:41 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 4:13 a.m. MOON PHASES Last Full Jan 28 Feb 4 New First Feb 11 Feb 19 SOLUNAR TABLE The solunar period indicates peak feeding times for fish and game. Today Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Major 7:13a 7:56a 8:41a 9:29a 10:19a 11:12a 12:07p Minor 1:02a 1:44a 2:28a 3:15a 4:06a 4:59a 5:54a The AccuWeather.com Cold Index combines the effects of local weather with a number of demographic factors to provide a scale showing the overall probability of transmission and symptom severity of the common cold. 1 0-2 Low; 3-4 Moderate; 5-6 High; 7-8 Very High; 9-10 Extreme WEATHER TRIVIA™ Q: Which continent is least likely to have rain? SUN & MOON Major 7:36p 8:21p 9:07p 9:56p 10:47p 11:40p ---- Minor 1:25p 2:08p 2:54p 3:42p 4:33p 5:26p 6:20p WEATHER HISTORY Browning, Mont., had a world record 100-degree-plus change on Jan. 23, 1916. After a morning reading of 44, arctic air dropped the temperature to 56 below zero overnight. 48° 41° Rain Logan 29/19 Adelphi 29/20 Chillicothe 30/22 Waverly 33/19 Lucasville 35/20 WEDNESDAY 47° 28° A shower in spots in the afternoon AIR QUALITY 43° 30° 0 50 100 150 200 300 500 Primary pollutant: Particulates Air Quality Index: 0-50, Good; 51-100, Moderate; 101-150, Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200, Unhealthy; 201-300, Very unhealthy; 301-500, Hazardous. Source: Hamilton County Department of Environmental Services OHIO RIVER Levels in feet as of 7 a.m. Fri. Location Willow Island Marietta Parkersburg Belleville Racine Point Pleasant Gallipolis Huntington Ashland Lloyd Greenup Portsmouth Maysville Meldahl Dam Flood Stage 37 34 36 35 41 40 50 50 52 54 50 50 51 Level 12.58 16.38 21.54 12.94 13.06 24.77 12.49 25.85 34.53 12.69 16.20 34.30 16.50 24-hr. Chg. -0.42 +0.12 -0.14 +0.01 -0.04 -0.67 -0.56 +0.21 +0.25 +0.28 -0.70 +0.10 +0.10 Ashland 37/24 Grayson 36/23 39° 25° Mostly cloudy and chilly Marietta 32/19 Murray City 29/19 Belpre 32/19 Athens 31/18 St. Marys 32/18 Parkersburg 32/20 Coolville 31/19 Elizabeth 33/19 Spencer 34/18 Buffalo 35/18 Ironton 36/23 Milton 35/20 St. Albans 36/19 Huntington 34/23 NATIONAL FORECAST 110s 100s Seattle 90s 43/38 80s 70s 60s 50s 40s 30s San Francisco 20s 56/44 10s 0s -0s -10s T-storms Los Angeles 58/44 Rain Showers Snow Flurries Ice Cold Front Warm Front Stationary Front FRIDAY 40° 24° Low clouds, then perhaps some sun Wilkesville 32/19 POMEROY Jackson 34/19 32/19 Ravenswood Rio Grande 34/19 33/19 Centerville POINT PLEASANT Ripley 32/22 GALLIPOLIS 34/19 34/18 34/19 South Shore Greenup 36/23 33/20 45 THURSDAY Partly sunny NATIONAL CITIES McArthur 30/19 Portsmouth 34/21 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2021 OH-70219587 Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. TUESDAY A: Antarctica Snowfall 24 hours ending 3 p.m. Fri. Month to date/normal Season to date/normal MONDAY Occasional afternoon rain 0 AccuWeather.com Cold Index™ 24 hours ending 3 p.m. Fri. 0.00 Month to date/normal 0.72/2.09 Year to date/normal 0.72/2.09 SUNDAY 43° 37° HEALTH TODAY (in inches) Information provided by OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital. Singer Anita Baker is 63. Reggae musician Earl Falconer (UB40) is 62. Actor Peter Mackenzie is 60. Actor Boris McGiver is 59. Actor Gail O’Grady is 58. Actor Mariska Hargitay is 57. Dean Anderson is 71. Rock musician Bill Cunningham is 71. Rock singer Robin Zander (Cheap Trick) is 68. Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is 68. Princess Caroline of Monaco is 64. EXTENDED FORECAST 8 PM Statistics through 3 p.m. Fri. 43°/33° 42°/25° 76° in 1999 -9° in 1984 OhioHealth physicians,” said Dr. James Gaskell, Health Commissioner, Athens CityCounty Health Department. “We feel that joining together, using our long-standing partnership in this critical hour best serves our community members as they look to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.” For information regarding COVID-19, contact the Athens City-County Health Department at 740-592-4431 or visit their website (www. athenspublichealth.org), Facebook page or Twitter (@ acchd_oh). Other information can be found on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s webpage ( www.cdc.gov) and the Ohio Department of Health’s coronavirus webpage (www.coronavirus.ohio.gov). TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS ALMANAC High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low Information provided by Southern Local Wellness Center. Clinic not exclusive to county residents 8 AM WEATHER billed to your insurance company. “February is American Heart Health Month, the perfect time to learn about your risk for heart disease and the steps you need to take now to help your heart,” said Junetta Maynard, FNP at Southern Local Wellness Center. Appointments are required to accommodate social distancing and wearing a mask is also requested for your visit. Call 740-949-2348 to schedule an appointment. This year a vitamin D screening will be added to the routine screening panel. Patients are asked to not eat or drink eight hours prior to the testing. Lab results can be picked up the day after the draw date or results will be mailed out. Individuals may review and discuss their results with a primary doctor or schedule an appointment with a Southern Local Wellness Center staff member. The cost of the screening is $40, and cash, check, or credit card payment will be accepted. This payment will not be O’Bleness, Athens City-County HD partnering TODAY Precipitation Daily Sentinel Clendenin 34/15 Charleston 34/19 Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Winnipeg 21/-14 Billings 31/17 Minneapolis 20/16 Denver 48/24 Montreal 13/4 Toronto 24/17 Detroit 29/21 Chicago 28/25 New York 31/22 Washington 38/27 Kansas City 42/35 Sun. Hi/Lo/W 47/29/sh 29/18/sn 52/48/pc 41/28/s 40/30/pc 39/17/pc 39/26/pc 33/21/s 43/34/r 52/42/pc 33/14/pc 33/30/sn 36/34/i 31/26/sn 33/30/i 68/57/t 39/20/c 30/22/sf 30/26/sn 82/72/c 76/67/t 36/31/i 41/32/sn 55/40/s 56/52/r 58/48/pc 44/41/r 79/70/pc 24/7/pc 54/50/c 74/65/pc 34/25/s 57/38/r 77/61/pc 36/27/pc 54/46/r 30/25/sf 28/15/s 51/38/s 44/33/s 44/38/r 34/20/pc 52/45/r 43/37/r 41/33/pc National for the 48 contiguous states High Low 81° in Titusville, FL -20° in Kabetogama, MN Global Houston 67/61 High Low Chihuahua 71/40 Monterrey 71/53 Today Hi/Lo/W 52/34/pc 32/23/sn 59/42/s 36/23/s 36/22/s 31/17/pc 41/24/s 27/18/s 34/19/pc 53/29/s 36/18/c 28/25/s 33/25/s 26/19/pc 30/23/s 57/55/c 48/24/c 28/24/pc 29/21/s 82/71/pc 67/61/c 33/25/s 42/35/c 53/39/c 47/40/s 58/44/sh 39/30/s 78/66/s 20/16/sn 49/37/s 64/58/c 31/22/s 51/47/c 70/61/c 34/23/s 61/51/c 26/18/pc 27/13/s 49/25/s 43/22/s 39/33/s 38/25/sn 56/44/s 43/38/pc 38/27/s EXTREMES FRIDAY Atlanta 59/42 El Paso 61/38 City Albuquerque Anchorage Atlanta Atlantic City Baltimore Billings Boise Boston Charleston, WV Charlotte Cheyenne Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus Dallas Denver Des Moines Detroit Honolulu Houston Indianapolis Kansas City Las Vegas Little Rock Los Angeles Louisville Miami Minneapolis Nashville New Orleans New York City Oklahoma City Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, ME Raleigh Richmond St. Louis Salt Lake City San Francisco Seattle Washington, DC Miami 78/66 114° in Vioolsdrif, South Africa -71° in Khabyardino, Russia Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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