Barnesville Police Log
Barnesville Police Log excerpts from July 21-27 are reported this week.
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Belmont County Sheriff’s Log
Western Belmont County excerpts from the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office Call Logs covering various dates from July 24 through July 30 are reported below.
Vote for Barnesville Finalist for National Honor
A member of our local community, Becky Wehr of Barnesville is a Finalist for the 2025 SilverSneakers® Member of the Year Award, a national honor celebrating seniors who exemplify healthy, active living.
Free Safety Day Activities Planned
Agencies in the Ohio Valley will team up to educate on safety at the Barnesville Fire Department next month.
The Barnesville Fire Department’s free annual safety day will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 9 at the station.
Ohio Tax Free Holiday Underway
The 2025 Sales Tax Holiday will run for two full weeks, beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Friday, August 1, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, August 14.
A Friend to Many Honored with Memorial
The Barnesville community recently honored Shamrock fan and former park director William “Billy” Crawford with a memorial placed at the park.
Temperanceville Picnic Great Success
St. Mary Church of Temperanceville held its annual Temperanceville Picnic. St. Mary Church is the second oldest Catholic parish in Ohio, dating back to 1822, and its congregation consists of about 35 families. This fundraising event included chicken or beef dinners, bingo, instant bingo, baked goods and fancy stand, and raffle tickets. The church served 702 meals in three hours. Early estimations show the profit for the picnic to be approximately $13,600, which is used to run the parish.
BHS Marching Band Prepares for Season
Heat and humidity have not prevented BHS marching band members from attending band camp to prepare for this fall’s football season. Learn about the fun and activities at band camp as well as what to expect during the halftime show.
61st Barnesville Pumpkin Festival Build Up
The 61st Barnesville Pumpkin Festival will take place September 25-28 this year.
Second Annual Main Street Barrel House Cruise- In
The second annual Cruise-In will take place between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Sunday, August 10, in the East Main Street Parking Lot in Barnesville. The restaurant, directly across the street at 137 E. Main Street, will open at 9:30 with a breakfast menu and be open throughout the day.