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NOW HIRING
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Tuesday, March 28
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2017 FIRST NATIONAL BANK
BASEBALL CLASSIC BEGINS SATURDAY
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio - The Chillicothe Paints, presented by Adena Health System, will host the week-long
5th Annual First National Bank "Baseball Classic" beginning Saturday, March 25.
A total of 26 high school teams will compete in a 14-game schedule over seven days. "Opening Day" for Ohio High School baseball is Saturday, March 25, and there will be five games slated at VA Memorial Stadium, starting at 10 a.m.
There will be one game each evening at 6:30 p.m. beginning Monday, March 27 and running through Friday, March 31. The event will wrap up Saturday, April 1 with four games, starting at 10 a.m.
The "Baseball Classic" was established in 2013 with the idea of providing local baseball fans the opportunity to watch some of the "elite" prep programs from around the state and southeastern Ohio. Many of the teams are perennial powers and recent state champions, making this week-long event one of the top showcases of high school baseball in Ohio.
A number of the players featured in these games are already committed to top Division I collegiate baseball programs, and many more are being heavily recruited to further their respective careers in baseball. The odds are very good that some of these young players will be performing in the professional ranks in years to come.
CNK Athletic Equipment of Circleville is also a contributing sponsor.
Each day's admission is $5 for adults and $4 for students. Concessions will be available.
2017 FNB BASEBALL CLASSIC, presented by CNK ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT
VA Memorial Stadium, Chillicothe, Ohio 45601
SATURDAY, MARCH 25
10am.......Westfall vs Oak Hill
12:30.......Zane Trace vs Archbishop McNicholas
3:00.........Circleville vs Jackson
5:00.........Wheelersburg vs Jonathan Alder
7:30.........Gallia Academy vs Washington C.H.
MONDAY, MARCH 27
6:30.........Piketon vs Lucasville Valley
TUESDAY, MARCH 28
6:30.........Canal Winchester vs Athens
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29
6:30.........Amanda-Clearcreek vs Adena
THURSDAY, MARCH 30
6:30.........Hilliard Darby vs Waverly
FRIDAY, MARCH 31
6:30.........Miami Trace vs London
SATURDAY, APRIL 1
10am.......Chillicothe vs Heath
12:30.......Teays Valley vs Newark Catholic
3:00.........Wheelersburg vs Adena
7:00.........Wellston vs Cuyahoga Heights
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MEETING REMINDER
Monday, March 27
Pike County Drug Abuse Prevention
& Reentry Coalition
Meeting starts at 4:00 pm
**New Meeting Location**
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center
Pike County Clinic - Group Room
102 Dawn Lane, Waverly, Ohio 45690
Everyone from the community-whether you are a family member, business professional, treatment community member, church member, from the justice system, social service worker/professional-EVERYONE is encouraged to attend.
This month's meeting we will continue the conversation about the formation of a Post Overdose Response Team in Pike county with Law Enforcement, Treatment Providers, and the Medical Communities.
Please share with your contacts and community members and invite them to our meeting on 3/27/17.
Hope to see you there!
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SAMJAM 2017
Star-studded lineup
announced for bluegrass festival
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By Stephanie Stanley Assistant Editor
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"Bluegrass has brought more people together and made more friends than any music in
the wor
ld. You meet people at festivals and renew acquaintances year after year." - Bill Monroe
In six months, the high lonesome sound of banjos and soulful singing will fill the air in Piketon when the SamJam Bluegrass Festival returns to the Pike County Fairgrounds. The bluegrass festival, now in its second year, will feature a star-studded
lineup, including several unique musical collaborations. According to event organizers Rick Greene and Sammy Karr, campsites are filling quickly for this year's festival, and sponsors are still being sought in preparation for the event.
"We feel like we are really in a good position with the festival. We are getting closer to our fundraising goals, and we have a lot of the services and things we need falling into place," said Greene. "This is a large-scale economic development project. We try to tell folks that this is really much bigger than what a lot of people recognize yet. We think this is the kind of event that will make Piketon a destination for a lot of people."
The four-day music festival is a "large undertaking," said Greene, and preparing for the event is a "constant project."
"Sammy (Karr) and I work on this thing every day. We work very hard to put on a first-class show so that we can represent southern Ohio well and hopefully let people know that when they come visit we have a great community here and that we're open for business. That's part of the satisfaction for Sammy and I - putting a good face on southern Ohio with our festival - and making sure people enjoy themselves while understanding our festival has a larger economic significance."
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Biennial STIP Meetings Scheduled
ODOT seeking input on future transportation projects
Chillicothe (Saturday, March 18, 2017) - Are you interested in learning more about proposed projects that may affect the transportation system in your area? If so, the Ohio Department of Transportation - District 9 in partnership with the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission will hold a series of meetings through early April, as the public review and comment period for the 2018-2021 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) gets under way.
Identifying maintenance and capacity needs for highways and other transportation-related projects, the STIP is a biennially updated list of transportation improvement projects that are under consideration for some phase of implementation by the department during the next four years.
During the public review and comment period from March 27 to April 7, the draft STIP will be available at locations across the state, and ODOT and its partners in Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and Rural Transportation Planning Organizations (RTPOs) will conduct regional open houses for members of the general public to review and learn more about the STIP in their area.
In ODOT District 9's eight-county region, these meetings will be held on the following dates and at these locations:
*Monday, March 27*
4 to 6 p.m.
Garnet A. Wilson Library
207 N. Market Street, Waverly
Tuesday, March 28 - 10 a.m. to Noon
ODOT - Lawrence County Highway Maintenance Facility
450 Commerce Drive, Ironton
Tuesday, March 28 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Manchester Public Library
401 Pike Street, Manchester
Wednesday, March 29 - 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Portsmouth Public Library
1220 Gallia Street, Portsmouth
Thursday, March 30 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Jackson City Library
21 Broadway Street, Jackson
Monday, April 3 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Mary P. Shelton Public Library
200 W. Grant Avenue, Georgetown
Tuesday, April 4 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Chillicothe-Ross County Public Library (Main Branch)
140 S. Paint Street, Chillicothe
Thursday, April 6 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Highland County District Library
10 Willettsville Pike, Hillsboro
Also joining ODOT - District 9 for its meeting in Lawrence County will be representatives from KYOVA, which serves parts of Lawrence County as its MPO, who will be on hand to discuss and share information regarding efforts in the tri-state area.
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Bridge Replacement Set For County Road 43
Preliminary Operations To Begin Monday
Chillicothe (Saturday, March 18, 2017) - Construction for a bridge replacement project is scheduled to begin on County Road 43 (Jasper Road) in Pike County, with preliminary operations getting under way next week.
Weather permitting, contractors for the Ohio Department of Transportation and the Pike County Engineer's Office will begin clearing and grubbing on Monday, March 20, in advance of construction to replace the structure situated over Sugar Run on Jasper Road.
The project site is just south of the Jasper Road junction with C.R. 42 (Sugar Run Road), and construction calls for a design-build project to replace the single-span concrete slab bridge.
During the first phase of the project, most work will be conducted off the road, so there should be little impact to motorists, and traffic will be maintained with flaggers. Once work begins on the bridge, Jasper Road will be reduced to one lane, and traffic will be maintained by signals.
BUDS, Incorporated was awarded a contract for approximately $491,000 to replace the bridge, and all work is scheduled to be completed in early summer.
For more information contact:
Kathleen Fuller, Public Information Officer
1-888-819-8501, ext. 7748834, toll free in Ohio
1-740-774-8834, direct line & outside Ohio
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Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted
Announced
for Ohio Business Profile
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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SPRING FLOWER SALE
Order by March 24
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CIRCUS FANTAZIA
at the YMCA
Friday, March 24
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DANCING WITH OUR STARS
Saturday, March 25
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DUCKY DERBY
Saturday, April 1
Tickets on Sale NOW
It's that time of year again...
DUCKY DERBY Tickets are now on sale!!
Message or contact one of your
Waverly Lion's Club members before they sell out!
Your $10 purchase gets you breakfast and a chance to win $1,000!!
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GRRREAT ANNUAL
Yard Sale
Saturday, April 1
Pike Pet Pals
will be will be holding the Grrreat Annual Yard Sale at the Bristol Village Activity Center on
Saturday, April 1st from 8am to Noon
. The sale will take place inside on the walking
track. The event will include a yard sale, Chinese auction, and bake sale.
Donations are currently be accepted for the yard sale and Chinese auction. Pike Pet Pals can accept everything for the yard sale but large appliances, clothing and upholstered furniture. Please contact Diane at 740-941-1870 between 9:00 am and 7:00 pm to arrange drop off for all yard sale items. Businesses wishing to make a tax deductible donation for the Chinese auction should contact Julie at
pikepetpals@gmail.com. All donations will be advertised in radio promotions and on the Pike Pet Pals Facebook page.
More information about the Grrreat Annual Yard Sale can be found on the Pike Pet Pals Facebook page.
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SOUTHERN OHIO
Home & Garden Show
April 1 & 2
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SUPER SATURDAY
Tax Event
Saturday, April 8
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SPRING CRAFT SHOW
Saturday, April 8
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47th Annual
Pike County
Dogwood Festival
April 27th - April 30th 2017
Last full weekend in April, rain or shine!
Great Food
Royalty Contests
Tons of Rides and other Fun Things for the Kids
Craft and other Vendors
Annual Car Show
and of course our
the
Grand Parade!
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35th ANNUAL
ART SHOW APPROACHING
Enter by May 1
Even though somedays with the fluctuating weather, we aren't sure if
Spring is on the way, it's here according to the calendar and so are plans and
preparations for our annual Senior Citizens Art Show!
For those not familiar with our Art Show, this year marks 35 years for this fun
and popular event that we have the privilege of hosting and organizing each
year. It's always a treat to see all of the amazing talent we have right here
in our local communities. I encourage you to see for yourself the beautiful art and composition pieces our seniors will have on display. They certainly enjoy sharing their talent for the enjoyment of others and we appreciate their participation in this special event.
Mark your calendars for May 22nd through May 26th (Monday through Friday) and May 30th through June 2nd (Tuesday through Friday). During this time, the artwork of many talented individuals age 55 and older who reside in our ten-county district and beyond will be on display at the Esther Allen Greer Museum on the campus of the University of Rio Grande in Rio Grande, Ohio. A special Tea to honor our artists will be held on Friday, June 2nd at the Greer Museum at 1:00 pm. Artwork will be on display during the dates mentioned from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm daily. Everyone is invited to attend.
In order to have a wonderful variety, we are looking for artwork or essays and poetry from those talented individuals who have a love for art or writing. The deadline is approaching, but there is still time to enter! Participants must be 55 years of age or older and complete an application form. The form, which also includes additional eligibility requirements, is included on our website at
www.aaa7.org, or you can request a hard copy mailed to you by calling our Agency toll-free at 1-800-582-7277. Artwork will be judged in a number of categories, and essay and poetry entries should be no more than 1,000 words in length.
In order to participate in the Art Show or Essay/Poetry Contest, items must be delivered to our Administrative Offices in Rio Grande by May 1, 2017, or please call us at 1-800-582-7277 or e-mail
info@aaa7.org for more information. Please log on to our website or call our Agency for more information about rules and eligibility requirements.
We hope to see you at the 2017 AAA7 Senior Citizens Art Exhibit this May and June!
Pamela K. Matura, Executive Director
Area Agency on Aging District 7
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SENIOR CENTER GOLF OUTING
Saturday, May 6
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Sunday, October 22
2:00pm
Waverly Grace UMC
Contact Rita Auton for more details
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PIKE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
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Sports
- Health & Well-Being
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SPRING FORWARD
4 Health
Wellness Challenge
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SPRING
Coed Volleyball League
at the YMCA
Register by March 26
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4-Week Training Program
at the YMCA
Register by April 14
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SPRING
Coed Softball League
at the YMCA
Register by April 15
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DINING with DIABETES
April 6, 11, 18 & 20
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WE GRILL
April 3 - May 22
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SNAP-Ed
Cooking Matters Adult Series of Classes
April 10, 17, 24 & May 1, 8 , 15
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Grant Programs & Company Offers
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National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Resilient Communities - 2017 Request for Proposals
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation has announced the launch of the
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Resilient Communities grant program. Through a commitment from Wells Fargo of $10 million over the next four years, the program is designed to improve natural resource management and enhance the capacity of local communities to prepare for expected impacts associated with water quantity and quality issues, forest conservation challenges, and sea-level rise.
By enhancing and restoring wetlands, creating resilient shorelines, enhancing urban tree canopies, and protecting forests and upstream watersheds, communities across the country can improve their residents' quality of life, build resilience, and protect local wildlife populations. The program puts special emphasis on helping low- and m
oderate-
income communities build their capacity for resilience planning.
In 2017, Resilient Communities grants will emphasize the interconnectedness of natural systems and community well-being to alleviate future floods, storm events, and sea level-rise in Eastern states; sustaining water quantity and quality through enhanced natural infrastructure in the central United States; and conserving healthy forests, managing wildfires, and restoring forest ecosystems in the western U.S.
- Pre-proposals must be received no later than March 30, 2017. Upon review, selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application by May 31, 2017.
- Eligible applicants include nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, local governments, and Indian tribes.
The program will focus on two categories:
1) Regional Adaptation Through Regional Conservation Projects: Approximately $1.5 million is available in 2017. Grants in this category ranging between $200,000 and $500,000 will support highly impactful and visible conservation projects that help prepare for increased incidence of fire in the western U.S., floods and droughts in the central U.S., and sea-level rise in the eastern U.S. Special consideration will be given to projects that help bridge rural and urban community resilience needs, with a focus on the interconnectedness of natural systems and community well-being. Proposals must include one or more of the project types specified for the region.
2) Community Capacity Building and Demonstration Projects: Approximately $500,000 is available in 2017 to support highly impactful and visible projects that help communities understand, organize, and take action to address risks and opportunities through improved resilience created by the enhancement of natural features. Projects can take place anywhere in the United States. Special consideration will be given to projects that measurably benefit low- to-moderate income neighborhoods and that advance social cohesion. Project proposal amounts should range from $100,000 to $250,000 and should address multiple cities and communities.
Shannon L Nichols
Program Secretary
snichols@ovrdc.org
Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission
73 Progress Drive
Waverly, OH 45690
P: 740-947-2853 ext. 20211
F: 740-947-3468
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STATE OF OHIO SEEKING
Partners
to Support Minority Businesses
Applications due April 21, 2017
The Ohio Development Services Agency (DSA) is seeking partners to help develop and grow Ohio small, minority-owned and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses through the Minority Business Assistance Centers (MBAC) Program. This program supports minority-owned businesses by offering no cost counseling, state certification support, and trainings focused on creating jobs and increasing sales.
"We want to partner with business leaders who can provide the best resources to Ohio minority-owned businesses," said Jeffrey L. Johnson, chief of the Minority Business Development Division at the Ohio Development Services Agency. "By supporting these businesses with resources needed to grow, they will be better able to create jobs and improve their communities."
In order to maintain the highest quality services for Ohio minority-owned businesses, DSA will be conducting an open competition to select MBAC regional partners across the state. Non-profit organizations, economic development organizations, and educational institutions with strong experience in business and economic development will be eligible for the program.
Service areas by city include:
- Akron
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dayton
- Toledo
- Youngstown
The Request for Proposals (RFP) is now open until April 21, 2017, with award notifications planned for May 2017. To apply and download the MBAC RFP, visit: www.minority.ohio.gov, under "Minority Business Assistance Center."
The MBAC program is managed by DSA's Minority Business Development Division and is a state initiative to develop and grow Ohio's small, minority-owned and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses.
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TAX PREPARATION OFFERED
FREE of Charge
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AMERICAN RED CROSS OFFERS
FREE
Smoke Alarm Installation
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Community Rewards Programs
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Training Opportunities
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TRAUMA INFORMED CARE
Training
Friday, March 31
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LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Innovative Leadership Program Offered
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Employment Opportunities
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NOW HIRING
Open Interviews
Tuesday, March 28
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Employment Opportunity
Are you looking for a part-time job with opportunities for growth? Join our American Savings Bank family! There is an opening for a part-time teller in our Waverly Branch. Responsibilities include banking and customer service, providing a friendly and welcoming environment for our customers. 1-2 years of experience in these fields is preferred as well as a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be 18 or older to apply.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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AT&T
Employment Opportunities
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FLUOR-BWXT PORTSMOUTH
Employment Opportunities
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