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Gallipolis, Ohio Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hey there, Gallipolis! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Who’s headlining each night of this year’s Gallia County Fair?
  • Why did Gallipolis Medicaid supply costs suddenly surge 72% last year?
  • Which American classics will fill Ariel Opera House this September?

Also on today's calendar: Popsicles and Praise in the Park.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 96 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, hot and humid, temps: high: 94, low: 70.
  • Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Gallia County Fair presents 2026 grandstand entertainment lineup (wvnews.com) — Gallipolis will host the 2026 Gallia County Junior Fair August 3–8, featuring free nightly grandstand shows on the Holzer Stage with fair admission. National Christian and country acts, including Caleb & John, HunterGirl, Chris Cagle, and hometown favorite Briar Williams, will share the lineup with local performers and the Gallia Sings showcase for a full week of community-focused entertainment.
   

2. Gallipolis Medicaid spending on Medical And Surgical Supplies rises 72% to $21,774 in 2024 (southohionews.com) — Medicaid spending on medical and surgical supplies in Gallipolis jumped 72% in 2024, reaching $21,774 and ranking 12th among local Medicaid categories. The report breaks down which ZIP codes and supply codes, like gloves and CPAP masks, drove the increase, and explains how federal policy changes could affect future Medicaid funding that supports care for local residents.
   

3. All-American lineup set for Ohio Valley Symphony's season opener (wvnews.com) — A patriotic season-opening concert by the Ohio Valley Symphony is coming to the Ariel Opera House in downtown Gallipolis on September 12, featuring works by Copland, Bernstein, Gershwin, and Florence Price. Violinist Maalik Glover will headline the all-American program, and locals can already secure seats online for this high-profile cultural night close to home.
   

4. 16 children rescued from Vinton County home: A timeline of where the family lived (fox8.com) — A detailed timeline traces how the Siders family moved around southeast Ohio and beyond before authorities rescued 16 children from a Vinton County home this summer. Several early milestones, including the parents’ teenage marriage and multiple births, are tied to Gallipolis addresses and Gallia County hospitals, raising questions about how the family’s situation went unnoticed for years.
   

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  • Roadway safety isn't exclusive to drivers;
    it extends to bicyclists and pedestrians too. Whether you're behind the wheel, on two wheels, or on foot it's your responsibility to read the road… (Nextdoor )
  • Dollar Tree Family Dollar - Dollar Tree, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Gallipolis. Apply here.
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Crew Team Member in Gallipolis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gallipolis here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Gallipolis

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Gallipolis

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.