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Lou Holtz and Barnesville

Lou Holtz and Barnesville

After the announcement Wednesday of the passing of legendary college football coach Lou Holtz at the age of 89 is a reminder of his visit to Barnesville in April 1987 when he was the featured speaker at the annual Barnesville Chamber of Commerce Spring Banquet.

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Barnesville Chamber Seeks Flag Fund Donations as Part of America 250 Celebration

Barnesville Chamber Seeks Flag Fund Donations as Part of America 250 Celebration

The Barnesville Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations for its annual flag fund, a project that began in 1984 when Irene Cowgill and her husband, Bill, started raising money to purchase new flags for the village.

Chamber Director Jill Hissom said the organization is now collecting donations to purchase the new American flags, as well as bunting flags for the upcoming America 250 celebration, which kicks off the first week of July. Additional details about the celebration will be announced later.

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Barnesville Police Log

Barnesville Police Log

Barnesville Police Log excerpts are created from information gleaned from individual “record reports” provided to Barnesville Area News by the Barnesville Police Department. This report covers February 23 through March 1.   

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March Barnesville Chamber Meeting

March Barnesville Chamber Meeting

Press Release BARNESVILLE – The March Barnesville Chamber Luncheon is set for Noon, March 11 at the New Life Center, 219 West Church Street. The meeting is hosted by Jarvis Law. Members need to RSVP to the Chamber Office, by email bacc@barnesvilleohiochamber.com or by calling the office at 740- 425-4300. (Barnesville Chamber Press Release)

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