Barnesville Man Remains Jailed
At a Preliminary Hearing Tuesday, Western Division Court Judge Eric Costine remanded Sandy Ridge resident Douglas Ryan Johnston to jail without bond on three charges related to an accident in Wayne Township on Nov. 5.
OUE Theatre Announces Open Auditions for ‘Our Town’
Ohio University Eastern Theatre (OUE) is excited to announce open auditions for its upcoming spring production of Our Town, a classic American play by Thornton Wilder. Auditions will take place on Monday, December 8 and Tuesday, December 9 at 7 pm in the OUE Theatre.
Thanksgiving Fellowship
Barnesville Rotarians and Kiwanians met together for the two club’s annual joint Thanksgiving meal.
Barnesville Police Log
Police log excerpts from November 10 through November 16 are created from information provided by the Barnesville Police Department.
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Sarah E. Stephen
Sarah E. Stephen, 92, of Woodsfield, Ohio passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Arbors of Woodsfield, Ohio. She was born at Calais, Ohio on May 19, 1933, a daughter of the late George and Anna Cleveland VanMeter. Sarah was a retired dietary aide at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, […]
Walton Retirement Home Accepting Donations for Children and Pets
The Walton Home is accepting donations for children and animals in need for the cold winter months.
Barnesville Hospital Among Six WVU Hospitals Recognized for Excellence
In observation of National Rural Health Day (Nov. 20), six WVU Medicine hospitals have earned 2025 Performance Leadership Awards for excellence in rural healthcare
Travis to the Rescue!
The town’s bucket truck broke down this week while village employees were attempting to hang the snowflake decorations, Roger Deal, village administrator reports. Travis Kaiser, owner of KSGR Solutions, volunteered to assist with his time and equipment to complete the job.
Somerton 4-H Club Elects
The Somerton Ridgerunners newly elected officers were installed on Sunday, November 16th during a candlelight ceremony.