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 April 6 through April 12.
Shamrocks Take First and Second at Harrison Central Meet
Barnesville’s track teams came in first and second at Cadiz Wednesday at a Harrison Central track meet.
Belmont College Announces Big Machines Fair
Belmont College invites the community to experience the excitement of powerful machinery and skilled trades at the upcoming Big Machines Fair, a free, family-friendly event designed to educate, inspire, and entertain.
Barnesville’s Record Improves to 9-1 at Purple Rider’s Expense
The Shamrocks took advantage of several Purple Rider defensive miscues Wednesday evening to win 7-4 over Martins Ferry. It was the team’s 9th consecutive victory.
Tanya Bernice Sells
Tanya Bernice Sells, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at The Enclave at Barnesville, Barnesville, Ohio from cancer. Born December 5, 1963, a daughter of the late Charles and Martha Sells, Tanya was a member of the East Main Church of Christ in Barnesville. She loved singing hymns, Bible study, and the fellowship of her Christian family. […]
Ruth Ann (Baker) Wells
Ruth Ann (Baker) Wells age 90 passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026 surrounded by family at Altercare Summit Acres, Caldwell. She was born on September 25, 1935 near Keithtown a daughter of the Late Milford O. and Hazel (Parrish) Baker. On October 21, 1955 she married Paul L. Wells and went to housekeeping on their […]
Shamrocks Third at Martins Ferry Jr. High Invitational
Both of Barnesville’s two Junior High track teams came in third out of seven Tuesday night at the Martins Ferry Junior High Invitational.
Hospital Roof Project Impacts Access on April 17
The main entrance to WVU Medicine/Barnesville hospital will be temporarily closed again on Friday, April 17th for scheduled roof repair work.
Shamrock Winter Sports Honorees Selected
Several BHS athletes were honored by the Upper Ohio Valley’s daily newspaper chain Wednesday as part of the publication’s annual All-Valley Honorees.
Victorian Mansion Museum Opens for Season May 1
The Barnesville museum will open for the season the first weekend of May, offering regular hours, new exhibits and special events for the community.