New Material at Barnesville Library
New material added to the Barnesville Hutton Memorial Library the week ending August 8.
Arts & Culture
175th Monroe County Fair
The 175th Monroe County Fair runs from August 17-24 at the fairgrounds on SR 26 in Woodsfield.
Barnesville Rotary Club Program Update
Recent weekly meeting programs at the Barnesville Rotary Club include the following: June 24: President Mary Sidwell provided an update on plans for the club’s next project – a Peace Pole – that will be dedicated on August 26. July 8: Travis Clark, manager of the “Ferrum Fit” gym at 130 East South Street, provided […]
Captina Science Pub Focuses on Native Fishes
The next Captina Science Pub, featuring native fishes of central Appalachia, is set for 6 p.m., August 25 at the Main Street Barrel House, 137 E. Main Street, Barnesville. Dr. Stuart Welsh, a research fish biologist for USGS and WVU Professor, will present an informative talk on the subject. Attendees are invited to come early […]
Village Leaders Feel Pride as Barnesville Named an Ohio Magazine Best Hometown
As Ohio Magazine recognizes Barnesville among five great places to live, Barnesville leaders react with joy and pride to the honor.
Mayor Jake Hershberger wants the Village of Barnesville to celebrate this moment together.
Editors from the magazine visited villages and cities throughout the summer evaluating finalists in six categories—community spirit, education, entertainment, health and safety, business environment and culture and heritage.
A Bargain Hunter’s Paradise
Snap up some great bargains and help a great cause at the Barnesville State Theater Company’s Yard Sale at the Belmont Grange Hall Friday and Saturday.
Ohio Magazine Selects Barnesville as One of Ohio’s Best Hometowns
Ohio Magazine recognizes Barnesville among five great places to live, work and visit.
Half Acre Homesteading Event Features Native Plant Landscaping
The final Half Acre Homesteading class for 2025 is all about Native Plant Landscaping. The class will take place at 6 p.m., September 9 at the Belmont Soil and Water Conservation District Office, 45422 Roscoe Road, St. Clairsville.
New ‘Healthy Beginnings’ Group Organized
A newly organized group of individuals who want to focus on making healthy choices for weight loss, or maintaining their current weight, extends an open invitation to others interested in this effort.
Meetings are currently held on Thursdays at 10 a.m. with weigh-ins beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Main St. United Methodist Church Sunday School, Barnesville.
Epworth Park Adds Butterfly Gardens
The Epworth Park Foundation is adding butterfly gardens to the historic Chautauqua Park once called “The Green Spot”.