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United Producers, Inc. Muskingum County

Sponsors Delaney Bell at the Prosecutor’s Office Provides

2025 Ronald McDonald House $2,000 To Support Local

Celebrity Steer Show submitted Re-Entry Services submitted

families of seriously ill children receiv-
ing treatment at Nationwide Children’s
Hospital.
Delaney is a recent graduate of Tri-
Valley High School and will attend The
Ohio State University this fall to study
Agricultural Communication and politi-
cal science. An accomplished student-
athlete, Delany earned varsity letters
in both softball and golf while actively
volunteering with Eastside Community
Ministry and serving on the Community
Bank Junior Board. She is a proud mem-
ber of the Big Rascals 4-H Club and
Tri-Valley FFA and recently earned her
State FFA Degree – a reflection of her
dedication to agriculture and leader-
ship.
“We’re thrilled to support Delaney as
Delaney Bell, 4-H Member, Muskingum County she represents the heart of Ohio agricul-
submitted ture,” said Hannah Carter, Communica-
United Producers, Inc. (UPI), is proud tions Specialist at United Producers, Inc.
to sponsor 18-year-old Delaney Bell of “The RMHC Celebrity Steer Show is a
Muskingum County as part of the 2025 powerful platform for young leaders like In June, Muskingum County Prosecu- our local communities do not often host
Ronald McDonald House Celebrity Steer Delaney to make a difference.” tor, Ron Welch, presented Project Ready family-friendly events, especially free
Show at the Ohio State Fair. Delaney will To support Delaney and team “On the with a $2,000 check. Project Ready is a ones.
show her steer as a member of Team Virg,” or to learn more, please visit local organization serving Muskingum, When asked about his experience with
“On the Virg”, alongside celebrity exhibi- https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/ Perry, and Morgan counties and aims the prosecutor’s office, he expressed
tor Virgil Strickler, who recently retired SteerShow2025/team/Team7 or text to reduce recidivism. Recidivism oc- that it was positive and appreciated the
from serving as the longest-running gen- SteerShow20257 to 71777. curs when a person who was previously office’s willingness to sponsor this and
eral manager in the history of the Ohio UPI serves 30,000 members in Ohio, incarcerated returns to the community future events.
Expo Center & State Fair. The event, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and unfortunately re-offends. Kuwan emphasized that support from
benefiting Ronald McDonald House and Tennessee, handling approximately Project Ready focuses on helping in- the Muskingum County Prosecutor’s of-
Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio, will 2.7 million head of livestock per year. dividuals who face challenges when re- fice shows that the Prosecutor’s Office
take place at 4 p.m. on July 30 in the UPI also offers risk management ser- entering society. They provide support to not only wants to make the community
Voinovich Livestock & Trade Center. vices, including marketing agreements those dealing with issues like poverty, a safer place but also help people when
The RMHC Celebrity Steer Show is and brokerage services; and offers com- mental health, and substance abuse. they get out (of jail or prison).
an annual fundraiser that pairs Ohio petitive agricultural lending products The Project Ready program enhances
4-H youth with community leaders and for real estate, farm, operating, and communication both before and af- Event Details:
celebrity exhibitors to raise money for livestock financing. For more informa- ter someone leaves jail or prison. They Join us for Fun Day on Saturday,
RMHC of Central Ohio. Teams raise tion visit www.uproducers.com or follow work closely with individuals to develop July 12th, from 10 am to 4 pm. This
money and each steer is “sold” symboli- United Producers, Inc. on Facebook. personalized re-entry plans. These plans event is free, and families are invited to
cally, with 100% of the funds supporting include vital services like housing, em- attend. Project Ready is expecting be-
ployment, and, if necessary, treatment tween 200 to 400 attendees.
and therapy. The event will feature two sections:
Pottery as a Place at The Elk’s The money provided to Project Ready one for adults and one for families.
supports a community event that Proj-
There will be a live DJ, a 40 ft inflatable
Eye Art Market submitted ect Ready, and the Re-Entry Coalition obstacle course, several bounce houses
will host in July. Prosecutor Ron Welch (both wet and dry), and even human
stated “The money provided for this bumper balls.
so beloved by the local community. event comes straight from drug money; Along with the fun activities, Project
The Elk’s Eye Art Market is open four no taxpayer dollars are being used. Tak- Ready and the Re-Entry Coalition will
days a week throughout the month, and ing the money we have recovered from provide a complimentary meal of ham-
the artists regularly bring in new selec- drug dealers and using it to help people burgers or hot dogs. Randy’s BBQ will
tions to shop. There is great variety who have been harmed by drugs is very also be there with food available for pur-
in the pottery available. You can find rewarding.” chase.
utilitarian works or more contemporary Kuwan Mayle, the event organizer, So far, 23 agencies have signed up
statement pieces. Each potter brings shared that the event aims to bring the to support the event, including the De-
their own voice to the craft, whether it community together. It also helps those partment of Rehabilitation and Correc-
be in the themes displayed, or the pro- re-entering feel welcomed. He noted tions Re-Entry Office, Zanesville Police
cesses used- the distinct styles are re- how challenging it can be for these in- Department, and Falls Township Fire
flective of who they are as artists and dividuals to face segregation, and he Department.
Pottery by Theresa Dolen at Elks Eye Art Market. where they are in their journey. Pottery organized the event to help ease this
submitted
lovers and art collectors of all types are transition. Kuwan also pointed out that
The second weekend in July will be encouraged to check out the market
busy for art in Zanesville, Ohio. The Art while they are downtown.
Walk that is normally the first Friday of Elks Eye Art Market is located at 22 We have found a donor!
the month in local galleries and retail South Fourth St, Zanesville. Visit them
stores around downtown will be held online on Facebook and Instagram submitted
on July 11th. It is also the weekend of @elkseyeendeavors.
the annual Pottery Lovers event. Billed Words can’t express how grateful we
as the nation’s longest running gather- are for everyone who applied, shared
ing of pottery enthusiasts, this event at- our story, and supported us along the
tracts local residents as well as out of way. After much prayer and hope, we’re
town collectors. thrilled to share that my brother, Shiloh
The work of local potters and ce- FOLLOW THE BUZZ Jones, is my donor — and my hero.
ramicist is well represented during the Our transplant is scheduled for July
Zanesville Art Walk. At The Elk’s Eye @DRESDENBUZZ 14th, and while we’re feeling hopeful
Art Market, among the thirty four art- and strong, we kindly ask for your con-
ists and artisans available, are four lo- tinued prayers and support in the days
cal talents- Linda Secrest, Maddy Fraioli, ahead.
Theresa Dolen and Paul Barton. The art Thank you for walking this journey
market has many different media avail- with us. We feel truly blessed.
able, so it is only natural to include one