Smitty’s Septic Service Changes Hands
Terry Smith, owner/operator of Smitty’s Septic Service of Barnesville for the past 30 years, recently sold the business to John Gibeaut of Morristown.
Barnesville Leaf Collection Underway
The annual leaf collection began on October 21 and will continue through December 16.
Insurance Agency Merger Announced
Foster Insurance Agency announced this past week the firm will officially merge with Carnes Insurance Agency on November 1.
AMfg is Awarded $1M US Army Grant
AMfg Labs announced it has been awarded a groundbreaking, near $1M contract by the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory.
WVU Medicine Barnesville Hospital and Woodsfield Savings Bank Partner for Pumpkin Festival Display
WVU Medicine Barnesville Hospital and Woodsfield Savings Bank have partnered with the Village of Barnesville and the Barnesville Pumpkin Festival Committee to showcase the Barnesville Pumpkin Festival Parade Grand Marshals.
Burn Ban In Effect, Drought Persists
The Ohio State Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban for Belmont and several nearby counties.
Police Report – September 9, 2024
Barnesville Police Chief Rocky Sirianni shared the July department activities with the village council on September 9.
Barnesville Resident Sounds Alarm on Forever Chemicals in Barnesville Water Supply
Resident Scott Whitacre urged town council members to apply for a portion of $26 million in grant funding to fight high levels of PFAs in Barnesville’s drinking water.
Threats Result in Soft Lockdowns at Area Schools
Schools in the area have been online threats from various individuals.
2025 Barnesville State Theater Calendar Available
A commemorative 2025 calendar marking the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Barnesville State Theater is now available for sale at various locations including Avenues of Barnesville, Barnesville Chamber of Commerce and William Knox, CPA.