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Debbie’s Poetry Corner
Run For The Wall Riders return to Putnam County Wednesday By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com
Since ‘Debbie’s Poetry Corner’ has been back in The Standards, we have had many folks tell us how glad they are to see Debbie’s column. We certainly appreciate all of Debbie’s efforts and hard work in compiling the column and are happy to have her back with us. Debbie offers advice on writing and getting your works published. Together Debbie and The Standards provide an outlet for writers to see their work ‘in print’ and know that their talent is being shared not only with our ‘print’ readers, but our ‘online’ readers at www.thecabellstandard.com. We look forward to many more poetry submissions to Debbie’s Poetry Corner! Be sure to see Debbie’s Poetry Corner on page 4 in this week’s edition.
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l Volume 114 l Issue 23
HURRICANE – The annual stop in Putnam County by motorcycle riders crossing the country on the Run For The Wall will take place on Wednesday, May 23, at approximately 5 p.m. More than 300 riders are expected to stop at Valley Park in Hurricane on May 23 for an overnight stay in the area. There will be a welcome ceremony complete with food for the riders at Valley Park and the Wave Pool will be open for riders who want to cool off or take a shower after a day on the road. Riders then can stay overnight camping in Valley
Riders arrive at Valley Park in Hurricane as part of the 2011 Run For The Wall. Riders will return to Valley Park this Wednesday, May 23, as part of the 2012 Run. Standard File Photo Park, or at area hotels. Riders have been stopping off
in Hurricane for at least the past 10 years, said state Run For The
Wall Coordinator Duane Maxey. He said that while all stops that the riders make are special, he has heard great feedback from riders in the past about their time in Putnam County. “All the stops are really good,” Maxey said. “But Putnam County is right up there. A lot of the riders have told me that it is one of the highlights. They are really treated right.” The Teays Valley Volunteer Fire Department will be on hand with a large American Flag to welcome riders, and Maxey said, weather permitting there will be a Huey Helicopter on hand to welcome riders as well. SEE WALL ON PAGE 8
Milton's historic Roberts Building sees New Life Grand Opening Celebration held last week By Jack Bailey jackbailey@theputnamstandard.com
MILTON – A special celebration was held last Thursday in Milton to commemorate the completion of $2.3 million in renovations to the historic Roberts Building on Main Street. The historic building located at 1095 Main St. now houses A+ Medical Equipment on the first floor, and 12 new loft style apartments on the second and third floors. The 12 new upscale apartments feature hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and upgraded no-slam cabinetry. They range in
Milton Mayor Tom Canterbury cuts the ribbon during a grand opening celebration last Thursday for the newly renovated Roberts Building on Main Street. The building houses A+ Medical Equipment on the first floor and 12 upscale apartments on the top two floors. Photo by Jack Bailey price from $135,000 to $155,000.
“Everyone in Milton will be
proud of the new beginning for the Roberts Building,” said current owner and project developer Ron Foster. “The Upper two floors, now named Mallory's Place, is really a showcase. These units have nothing but quality with hardwood and tile floors throughout, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinets, high ceilings and lots of windows. Mixed in with all of the new items are exposed brick walls that show off the original brick from 1921 when the building was first constructed. You get the big city look with the small town appeal.” The complete overhaul of the SEE BUILDING ON PAGE 9
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