The Earl Neff Pediatric Fund at Holzer Health System continues to be supported enthusiastically by area businesses and organizations. The Pediatric Fund, in existence for over 45 years, has supplied needed toys, equipment and entertainment to the thousands of pediatric patients who have received care from Holzer’s Pediatric Units. Haffelt’s Mill Outlet, represented by Marlin…
As temperatures begin to drop, you can keep your fire burning by staying active. Whether you are making goals for the new year or building off previous ones, it is never too late to start living a healthier and happier life. Exercising outdoors in colder temperatures is safe. A few adjustments will need to be…
Wellness classes provided by the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) are continuing over the phone due to the coronavirus pandemic. Beginning January 26, 2021, through March 2, 2021, the AAA7 will be offering the popular Diabetes Self-Management Program through a telephone conference call. The format will allow the AAA7 to connect and support…
*Robin Fowler State Farm ~ Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Open 9am-12pm on New Year’s Eve. *Buffalo Wild Wings, Gallipolis ~ Open for dine in, carryout, and local delivery 11am-10pm every day. Christmas Eve- open until 5pm, closed Christmas Day. *Courtside Bar & Grille ~ Christmas Eve 11am – 4pm, Closed…
November is nationally recognized as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the second most common cancer among men and women in the United States. Lung cancer develops in the lungs over a long period of time. There…
In recognition of Home Care and Hospice Month, proclamations were held at local county commissioner’s offices. These proclamations include: Home Care/Hospice services provide high quality and compassionate health care services to more than 5 million Americans annually, especially in times of community or personal health care crisis; 90 percent of Americans want to age in…
LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS – RIVER TOWN ELECTRIC RECEIVES 2020 HIRE VETS MEDALLION AWARD FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR November 10, 2020 – U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia recognized River Town Electric as one of the 675 recipients of the 2020 HIRE Vets Medallion Award during an award ceremony at the U.S. Department of Labor.…
Nina R. Keller, Executive Director, Area Agency on Aging District 7 November 2020 Monthly Column National Family Caregiver Month is celebrated each year in November and is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers.…
Gallia County Sheriff’s Office, Gallia County Citizens for Prevention and Recovery (CPR), Meigs County Sheriff’s Department, Meigs County Prevention Coalition, and Holzer Health System were proud to offer a recent Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26 at the Holzer Gallipolis Campus. October 26 was recognized by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) as National…
Smith Chevrolet is partnering with Elks Youth Football League on the Chevy Youth Sports program. The partnership features a one-time monetary contribution to assist Elks Youth Football League with registration fees, equipment costs, facility maintenance and other administrative fees. The program also provides an opportunity for community members to earn additional funds for the league…