WesBanco Barnesville Hosts 20th “Holiday Business After Hours”
Barnesville WesBanco staff members welcomed the community in last Thursday evening for the local bank’s 20th “Holiday Business After Hours” event.
Events
Barnesville’s 57th Doan Ford Wrestling Invitational Set
One of the longest-running and most respected wrestling events in the region returns this month as Barnesville High School hosts the 57 Annual Doan Ford–Barnesville Wrestling Invitational on Dec. 19–20. Founded in 1968, the tournament stands as one of the Tri-State area’s original wrestling invitationals and continues to draw top-tier competitors and powerhouse programs from across Ohio.
Area Christmas Services
Area Christmas Services through Dec. 25 are shared.
Tree Lights up Belmont
Beverly Yoe, councilwoman and longtime teachers aide at Belmont Elementary, flipped the switch to light the community Christmas tree at Belmont on Dec. 6.
The Wall That Heals Coming to Belmont County
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center, is coming to Belmont County on October 1–4, 2026 at the Belmont County Fairgrounds.
Parade Lights Up Downtown Barnesville
It was cold but a good crowd showed up early Saturday evening to view the Barnesville Lighted Christmas Parade.
Ice Skating Rink Popular
A popular event during the day Saturday was the ice skating rink located on the West Main Street village parking lot.
Ohio Magazine Officially Recognizes Barnesville
Barnesville was officially recognized as one of Ohio’s Best Hometowns by Ohio Magazine on Saturday afternoon.
Santa Greeted Little Ones Following Parade
Santa greeted the community’s little ones following the Barnesville Lighted Christmas Parade Saturday night at the historic State Theater.
Belmont Correctional Institution Engages Children and Incarcerated Parents for the Holidays
Incarcerated fathers at The Belmont Correctional Institution spent time with their loved ones on Friday, participating in Christmas activities for the holiday season.