Proehl Honored in Who’s Who Among Students for 2013 Erinn Proehl of Wheelersburg has received national recognition as an outstanding campus leader for 2013 by the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges® program. He is the son of Rev. Garry and Annette Proehl.
Proehl is one of a select group of 53 seniors from Olivet Nazarene University to accept this prestigious award. More than 2,842 schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia participated in nominating their...
Macdonald Named To President’s List Serena Louise Macdonald of Wheelersburg (Scioto County, OH) was named to the Miami University president’s list.
Miami University students who are ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division for first semester 2012-13 have been named to the president’s list recognizing academic excellence.
Miami University is a public university located in southwestern Ohio, offering more than 100 degree programs in human...
Portsmouth City Schools Accepting Preschool Applications Portsmouth City Schools will be accepting preschool applications for the 2013-2014 school year from April 3 through April 17. Registration for interested applicants for an upcoming play date also will be made.
Interested families should call 354-1849 for an application packet and to sign up for the play date which will be held in April.
Preschool classes are housed at East Portsmouth Elementary School in Sciotoville and at Portsmouth Elem...
McFarland satisfied with progress Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
With the snow and heavy rains earlier this week and a clogged downspout on the roof of the Scioto County Courthouse, the offices 4th District Court of Appeals Judge Matt McFarland’s were flooded.
As a result McFarland and his staff have set up a temporary office in the Courthouse Annex.
Also earlier this week McFarland turned to the commissioners for answers to this reoccurring problem. As a result the ...
Scioto County ranked Ohio’s unhealthiest Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
The 2013 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, A Healthier Nation, County by County, ranks Scioto County as Ohio’s unhealthiest county.
The annual report, released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, examines every county in the United States and ranks them on a state level based on health outcomes and factors.
Scioto County ranks 88th for heal...
Local Students Make the Dean’s List at Miami University Miami University students who ranked in the top 20 percent of undergraduate students within each division for first semester 2012-2013 have been named to the dean’s list recognizing academic performance.
Sarah R. Hardin of Seaman (Adams County, OH.)
Lauren Elaine Scott of Lucasville (Scioto County, OH.)
Weston Howard Craig of Portsmouth (Scioto County, OH.)
Stephanie Grace Chaffin of Wheelersburg (Scioto County, OH.)
Miami Universit...
Kirk named to Dean’s List Rebecca Kirk of Ironton, Ohio (45638), has been named to the Dean’s List at the Savannah College of Art and Design for fall quarter 2012. Full-time undergraduate students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or above for the quarter receive recognition on the Dean’s List.
SCAD: The University for Creative Careers
The Savannah College of Art and Design is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution conferring bachelor’s and master’s degr...
Lyna Penwell Retires Lyna Penwell began working in the treasurer’s office in 1986 as a substitute secretary, and was hired as full time secretary that same year. Her job titles and duties changed over the many years in the treasurer’s office, but dedication to her job never wavered. After twenty-seven years with the Wheelersburg School District she is now retiring from the position of Administrative Assistant to the Treasurer, effective January 1, 2013.
Lyna wi...
Time to Plant Potatoes Now? Steve Boehme
Experienced gardeners plant two crops of potatoes, in late March and again after last frost. Potato plants can survive frost if they get a little protection, so it’s time to get ready for that first planting now. Potatoes will begin to grow as soon as the soil temperature has reached 45 degrees F. The soil should be evenly moist, but not wet or soggy. We recommend using peat moss to dry wet soil; simply till it into your potato...
Portsmouth Garden Club In several ceremonies Portsmouth Garden Club Portsmouth Garden Club
In several ceremonies Portsmouth Garden Club, represented by Alison Barrett, Vice President, made monetary gifts to local establishments engaged in the beautification of the Portsmouth area. In March Barrett presented $150.00 to Dottie Justus of the 1810 House to be used on 2013 activities. The 1810 House is located on Waller Street and seeks to preserve Portsmouth’s historic beginnings.
Earlier Barrett presented a ...
Local Students Receive Degrees at Miami University Fall Commencement Miami University awarded 934 degrees to students during fall commencement exercises Friday, Dec. 14, 2011, in Millett Hall.
Miami University is a public university located in southwestern Ohio, offering more than 100 degree programs in humanities, science, engineering, business, education and fine arts.
Students with more than one listing have earned additional degrees or honors.
Ryan Shane Caseman of Lucasville, OH (Pike County, OH) re...
IRS Releases the Dirty Dozen Tax Scams for 2013 The Internal Revenue Service today issued its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to protect themselves against a wide range of schemes ranging from identity theft to return preparer fraud.
The Dirty Dozen listing, compiled by the IRS each year, lists a variety of common scams taxpayers can encounter at any point during the year. But many of these schemes peak during filing season as ...
Congressman Johnson visits area Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
Ohio’s 6th District Congressman Bill Johnson (R-Marietta) was in Portsmouth, Monday to meet with area officials and tour the new King’s Daughters Medical Center Ohio. While in Portsmouth Johnson sat down for an exclusive interview with the Daily Times, to discuss issues facing Washington.
“Most of the stuff that’s going on in Washington, deals with our (United States) fiscal issues. The house (of represen...
Senate Democrats’ Budget Taxes, Spends, and Borrows Too Much from U.S. Senator Rob Portman
Washington’s runaway spending and massive deficits must be stopped. In the past five years, federal spending soared by nearly $600 billion, doubling the national debt. The total national debt now equals $140,000 for every American household, and is growing steeply.
Despite the Administration’s promises, the big increase in federal spending has not led to a strong economy. In fact, we’re living through the wea...
Teri Caudill Chosen as the FSA County Executive Director for the Scioto/Pike County Office State Executive Director for Ohio’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), Steve Maurer, would like to announce that Teri Caudill has been selected as the County Executive Director (CED) for the Scioto/Pike County FSA office. Teri will begin her new duties on March 25, 2013.
Teri began her career for the Scioto County FSA office as a Program Technician in 1986. She was responsible for multiple program areas including; Administrative, Automation, Tobacc...
And They’re Off! Cub Scouts from Scioto, Lawrence, Adams and Greenup counties along with their families and friends gathered Saturday, March 24th at the Portsmouth High School gym on Waller for the Tecumseh District Pinewood Derby. The 135 racers qualified for the District Derby at their Pack Derbies held during February and March. The top three finishers in each division advanced to the district event.
Tiger Cubs, first grade boys, finishing in the top 3 p...
3rd annual Dulcimer Festival scheduled The Rail City Dulcimer Society is hosting its 3rd annual Dulcimer Festival at Greenbo Lake State Park in Greenup, Ky. The festival will start at 6 pm on Thursday, April 4th, then Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th free Dulcimer Workshops will begin every hour from 9 am until noon. The entire afternoon will be filled with Dulcimer Music beginning at 1 pm until around 8 pm. Events will take place in the Jesse Stuart Lodge at Greenbo Lake...
Death Notices Broughton Portsmouth—Donna Jean Broughton Death Notices
Broughton
Portsmouth—Donna Jean Broughton, 52, of Portsmouth, passed away Monday, March 25, 2013, at her home. Services were held Thursday at the Ralph F. Scott Funeral Home in Portsmouth with Rev. Howard Pruitt officiating.
Campbell
Portsmouth—Lois Jean Campbell, 85, of Portsmouth, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the SOMC - Emergency Room. Services were held Monday at the Ralph F. Scott Funeral Home in Portsmou...
• Pleasant Valley Community of Christ • Pleasant Valley Community of Christ, 723 Sedan Crabtree Road, Lucasville will be holding services on Sunday, March 31 with Services starting at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday School, Worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. with Alvin Breech delivering the morning message on the theme “Christ Is Risen.”
• Berean Baptist Church, 5526 Winchester Ave. Sciotoville, Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Beginner Church (3 to 5 years olds) 10:40 a.m. Kids Church (first t...
Murals gets Rickey family endorsement for Bible Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
Portsmouth Murals Inc. is in the process of collecting letters of support from across the community in its efforts to get a Bible formerly owned by Scioto County native Branch Rickey, donated to them.
Bob Morton, President of Portsmouth Murals Inc., believes they may have recently received a letter of support recently that will help sway the decision.
Thus far the group has received letters of support l...
31st Annual Senior Citizens Art Show and Essay/Poetry Contest Announced Call for Entries - Residents Age 55 or Older Encouraged to Participate Are you age 55 or older with a talent for art, photography or poetry/essay writing? If so, the Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. (AAA7) encourages you to participate in its 31st Annual Senior Citizens Art Show and Essay/Poetry Contest that is approaching soon.
This year’s event will be held May 20-24 and May 28-31 at the Esther Allen Greer Museum and Gallery located on the campus of the University of Rio Grande in Rio Grande, Ohio.
An...
ODOT Spaghetti Bowl project set to begin Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
The Ohio Department Of Transportation (ODOT) has awarded a $12 million contract to Complete General Construction, of Columbus to rehabilitate bridges on and resurface U.S. 52, S.R. 239, S.R. 73, S.R. 852 in West Portsmouth.
This project has been deemed the Spaghetti Bowl project by ODOT, because of the configuration of the highways.
The contractor has begun some preliminary preparation work on the roadw...
SSU appoints Simms Dean of Students Wayne Allen
Common Staff Writer
Marcie Hatfield Simms has had the role of interim Dean of Students at Shawnee State University (SSU) since October. On Friday SSU officials announced Simms has been appointed to position.
The Dean of Students is responsible for the student judicial process. The position oversees several areas of student affairs, including career development, multicultural student affairs, student activities, and volunteer...
