In the News/Seen and Heard
What’s going on this week in and around Barnesville?
Area Christmas Events through Dec. 20
Get in the holiday spirit with these local Christmas events.
Former Police Chief, Barnesville Native Honored
In addition to delivering the address, Frasher was surprised to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award from the department for “his years of service to Bridgeport and dedication to the police department.”
Area Schools Mark Thanksgiving
Two area schools recently celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday.
Main Street Informational Meeting
An open meeting will take place on Monday November 25th at 5:30 PM in the Bohandy Building.
Small Business Saturday – November 30
Small Business Saturday is a marketing initiative to encourage holiday shopping on the Saturday after Thanksgiving in the United States, during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year.
Barnesville Livestock Auctioneer Claims Runner Up Honors
The event, held Nov. 15 at the international livestock market in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, brought together auctioneers from 20 states and three countries, including Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
Hissom Named to United Way Board
As the Director of the Barnesville Chamber of Commerce for the past seven years, she has organized events like Fun in the Ville and Christmas in the Park, bringing joy to the community.
Main Street Business Going Out of Business
Over the past several years the store has been open intermittently and during special events such as the pumpkin festival and the Christmas holiday season.
Community Calendar through Dec. 1
If you have items for the Community Calendar, please send an email to bruce.yarnall@outlook.com or send a direct message on Facebook.