On Saturday, Jan. 5, the Barnesville Elks Lodge 1699 held its 47th annual Local Hoop Shoot Competition at the Barnesville Elementary School. The participants advanced to the Local Competition by qualifying in their respective School contests. First and second-place trophies were awarded to one boy and one girl in each of the three age categories: Ages 8-9; 10-11; and 12-13. The six first place winners now advance to the district finals at New Philadelphia High School on Sunday, Jan. 20, where they will compete with other winners from throughout the area...
