Rataiczak up for National Honor
The Heart Association, sponsor of the Oho Valley Heart Ball, has nominated the Morristown resident for the 2026 American Stroke Association Voters’ Choice Hero award.
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Barnesville Chamber Seeks Flag Fund Donations as Part of America 250 Celebration
The Barnesville Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking donations for its annual flag fund, a project that began in 1984 when Irene Cowgill and her husband, Bill, started raising money to purchase new flags for the village.
Chamber Director Jill Hissom said the organization is now collecting donations to purchase the new American flags, as well as bunting flags for the upcoming America 250 celebration, which kicks off the first week of July. Additional details about the celebration will be announced later.
Barnesville Police Log
Barnesville Police Log excerpts are created from information gleaned from individual “record reports” provided to Barnesville Area News by the Barnesville Police Department. This report covers February 23 through March 1.
Enterprise Album
Travel back in time through images of the area’s past each week in the Enterprise Album.
Twice-Told Tales Redux
Travel back through time weekly through the pages of the former Barnesville Enterprise and former Barnesville Whetstone newspapers.
Divided Council Fails to Move Forward with Lake Purchase
Barnesville Village Council members were divided last week on whether to purchase 407 acres, including a large lake, for $1.7 million, with newer members ultimately saying they need more time to decide.
Union Local FFA, Alumni Present 35th Annual Farm Toy Show
The Future Farmers of America Annual Farm Toy Show, an event that brings together vendors and the community for a family-friendly celebration of agriculture, takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Union Local High School, 66779 Belmont Morristown, Rd, Belmont.
The admission fee is $3 and free for those under 12.
Letters to the Editor
March is National Social Work Month, a time to recognize a profession that quietly, consistently, and courageously strengthens the fabric of our communities.
Belmont County Sheriff’s Log Report
Western Belmont County excerpts from February 19 through February 24 were created from the information provided by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office call logs.
Public Notices February 27, 2026
Barnesville Area News publishes the following Public Notices for the week of February 27, 2026.