Somerton Minister Honored by Alumni Assn.
A small and dedicated group of former Somerton School students gathered at the Somerton VFD social room on June 13 to share memories of time spent at the Johnson Ridge school.
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OSU Extension Educator Presents at Kiwanis Meeting
Kiwanis members learned about the historical creation of The Ohio State University (OSU) and its extension service.
Ohio Hills Folk Festival Quilt Show 2026
Among the many attractions at the 2026 Ohio Hills Folk Festival in Quaker City, Ohio will be a quilt show hosted by The Who Cooks For You Quilt Guild. Quilts will be on display at the Central Christian Church on Broadway Street Thursday through Saturday, July 9-11.
July Belmont County Seniors Magazine Available.
The monthly newsletter, “The Golden Times,” distributed by the Belmont County Committee on Aging is now out.
Barnesville “America 250” Events, Contests and Activities
The following events, activities and contests are currently scheduled to take place on Independence Day week. This page will be updated as additional public events and activities are announced.
Ohio Hills Health Center Opens St. Clairsville Location
Ohio Hills Health Center (OHHC) opened a new location on June 16 at the ECO Center, located at 68332 Bannock Road in St. Clairsville.
Public Notices – June 26, 2026
The Following Public Notices are published by Barnesville Area News on June 26, 2026.
Flushed Performed at Barnesville State Theater
Barnesville’s local band Flushed kicked off The Sunday Stage concert series at the Barnesville State Theater on June 21.
Triathlon at Barkcamp State Park in August
On Aug. 22 at Barkcamp State Park will hose a triathlon named “Flight to Freedom Adventure Race”
Underground Railroad Museum Honored
The Underground Railroad Museum – Ohio Valley was awarded the 2026 Ohio Valley Civil War Round Table’s Excellence in Historic Preservation during West Virginia Day celebrations on June 20.