Harrison senior C.J. Wesseler, in action earlier this season, won the 500-yard freestyle at the Southwest Ohio Conference meet Jan. 30 at Miami University. PHOTO BY SANDY MINOR

Wesseler displays winning style for Harrison

It took Christopher Wesseler Jr. a little over five-and-a-half minutes to culminate a five-year journey and establish himself as one of the top swimmers in Harrison High School history.

Mulvaney on Honors List

Dallas Mulvaney, of Harrison, who is studying for a bachelor’s in nursing (RNBSN Completion), made the Honors List at Mercy College of Ohio in Toledo. To be named on the Honor’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average of 3.3 or higher and be enrolled for 6-11 credit hours..

Harmon on Dean’s List

Hayley Harmon of Harrison, has made the fall semester Dean’s List at Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn. Harmon is majoring in environmental studies and biology.

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4-H planning inperson fair; looking for more to join

Planning has started for an in-person Dearborn County 4-H fair June 21-26, complete with midway and fair food. 4-H leadership will work closely with the Dearborn County Health Department to ensure the safety of all participants and fair patrons.

Lawrenceburg opening emergency shelter

The city of Lawrenceburg is providing an emergency shelter in response to a winter weather advisory across the region. Individuals or families in need will have access to a warm shelter, blankets, cots, and water.

James Emerson Hough at 90 is an avid reader and author. LAURA HOBSON/The Journal-Press

A habit earned after a long life

James Emerson Hough, 90, a native of Paducah, Kentucky, is still going strong. A retired licensed and professional engineer and geologist, he has written a book “Eighty-Nine Years and Still Evolving,” which consists of thought-provoking essays and writings, published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.

St. Lawrence School, Lawrenceburg

St. Lawrence, St. Mary’s schools merging

St. Mary’s School in Aurora and St. Lawrence School in Lawrenceburg will merge beginning in 2022-2023 school. They will be combined in one campus at St. Lawrence School, 524 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg.

Death Notices

Jimmy Dale Shaw, age 65, of Rising Sun, died Feb. 1, 2021.

Jim Rizzo

Jim Rizzo

Jim Rizzo entered into Eternal Life with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, February 4, 2021. Jim leaves his beloved childhood sweetheart and love of his life, devoted and adoring wife of 53 years Marcia (Minges) Rizzo, father and mentor of Shane (Gina), Nick and Kimberly (Matt) and loving Pa-Pa and breakfast chef to his grandchildren Anna, Vincent and Francie.