Annual Santa Spirit Sprint Planned
The Santa Sprint is a racing event that raises money for needy children during Christmas. The event begins at 2:30 on Dec. 6.
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Contested Races, Levies Drive Voter Turnout
Voter turnout in Belmont County Tuesday was 24.5% according to figures released by the Board of Elections. A total of 10,659 votes were cast. Of these, 75 percent cast votes on election day and 25 percent either voted early or submitted absentee ballots.
New Material at Barnesville Hutton Memorial Library
New material added to the local library this past week is listed.
Public Meetings this Week
There are several public meetings scheduled to take place this week.
BHS Career Fair Planned
Kristi Sloan, career navigator for the Barnesville and Union Local school districts, is busy planning the BHS career fair that will take place November 25. Hours for the event are from 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 pm. at the high school gymnasium.
Community Meeting Focuses on Downtown Revitalization
A community meeting set for 6-8 p.m. November 18 at the New Life Center, 219 W. Church St. will introduce the Barnesville Community to the Main Street Program coordinated in Ohio by Heritage Ohio.
Barnesville Hospital Menu
Check out the public menu for the week at WVU Medicine/Barnesville Hospital.
St. Clairsville Chamber Honored by Ohio University Eastern
The St. Clairsville Area Chamber of Commerce was recognized as Ohio University Eastern’s 2025 Outstanding Community Partner Award recipient during the Engage OHIO 2025: Community and Place-Based Engagement Symposium, held Oct. 24 at the Ohio University Inn & Conference Center.
Mental Health & Recovery Board Annual Report Available
The BHM Mental Health & Recovery Board Annual Report is available.
The Haven Christian Youth Center Welcomes New Director
The Haven Christian Youth Center welcomed Jean Cooper to serve as the director for the new school year.