Obituary for Patricia Ann Pettit Johnson of Athens
Patricia Ann Pettit Johnson 87 of Athens Ohio died July 20 after a short illness at Hickory Creek of Athens. She was born July 5 1929 in Athens to Bessie Pettit and Barton Pettit and grew up on a Millfield area farm. She graduated Chauncey Dover class of 1947 played trombone in the marching band. She married Charles E. Johnson in 1949 and lived in Trimble while teaching home economics in Trimble Glouster high schools from 1958 to 1986 and later at Chauncey High School ABLE program. She is survived by three children Joan Cunningham Julia Long and Mark Johnson seven grandchildren eight great grandchildren a sister in law Joyce Johnson and many relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held July 23 at 2 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Chapel Glouster Bishopville. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Trimble Local Textbook Foundation or Trimble High School Loud and Proud Fund.
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Tomcat Drive
Ohio Lottery Day Picks Due to Night Draws
Lottery results show Pick 3 numbers 5 4 2 for Day, Pick 4 2 3 4 3, Night Pick 3 1 4 3, Night Pick 4 2 1 9 9. The entry also lists an amount 20 82.
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Jingle Bells and Wheels Highlight Athens Jamboree
The cruise in showcased vintage cars and trucks led by Jane Bail’s 1965 Chevy C10 and Becky Conrath’s King Midget built in Athens by her grandfather. The 70th King Midget anniversary gathering is planned for August in Athens alongside fundraising by Friends of the Shelter Dogs. Angela Marx calls the event a success while Tumbles, the social media sensation, entertains attendees and aids adoptions like Juno, a dog adopted by Jessica and Brock Thompson after a frightened start at the shelter.
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Juno Finds Calm Through Pack Walk At Local Shelter
Marx notes Juno’s adoption and growth from a frightened rescue to a socialized dog. Jessica and Brock credit Friends of the Shelter Dogs Pack Walk program for easing her anxiety with weekly community dog walks and exposure to people and other dogs. Lance emphasizes the group’s purpose of uniting people and helping dogs in need, recalling eight years of weekly shelter dog walks begun on her birthday.
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Alexander school district sewer case dispute clarified sought
The district contends its sewer capacity purchase was more than a tap and seeks a clear description of what was bought and how it can be used for future growth. The district, represented by attorney Desmond Cullimore, aims to secure a defined path for expansion amid ongoing appeals with the village and Ohio EPA. The Wellness Center project advances with Phase I near completion and Phase II fundraising under way for gymnasiums and other facilities.
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Schaller
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Charter petition faces renewed scrutiny as board weighs county executive rule
The elections board debated validity of an alternative county government charter after earlier votes and a guidance letter from Secretary of State Jon Husted. Chair Howard acknowledged past notices and signatories while member Charlie Williams explained his abstention but supported invalidating the petition per Husted. The charter group intends to press toward the November ballot.
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Athens County Sheriff Logs Weekend Calls and Incidents
A summary of weekend sheriff’s reports in Athens County includes noncriminal contacts at a Marathon gas station, a well being check on N Coolville Ridge Road, missing pistols from a residence, a breaking and entering at a Chesterhill hunting cabin, theft investigation over a former partner, a 911 hang up at The Plains, a street disorderly conduct report at Chauncey, a suspicious vehicle on Millfield Road, and a vehicle breakdown requiring standby. Ohio University Police issued citations for stop sign and OVI offenses and noted cruiser damage and a bicycle theft on campus.
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McNickle Pushes Water Reforms Amid Village Disputes
McNickle cites an $82,000 increase in water revenue over two years and a $52,000 debt total since mid-2015, arguing progress versus 2011 and 2012. Residents defend him while council members spar over the Creating Healthy Community Grant and water meters. Four council seats are open next election, and tensions rise as he urges cooperation and clear steps for meter proposals and rate changes.
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