Belmont College officials are pleased to our 2026 commencement speakers. All proud Belmont College alumni who are making an incredible impact in their fields. We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate their achievements and have them inspire our graduates.
n conjunction with the Mental Health Awareness Month of May 2026, and in support of Ohio Valley youth, a “Night of Hope” is planned for 6 p.m., Thursday, May 7 at the St. Clairsville High School Gymnasium, 102 E. Woodrow Avenue.
The Underground Railroad Ohio Valley will host author Daniel J. Vance who will meet and greet attendees, take part in a question and answer session, and sign copies of his book, “Rev. John B. Mahan: Ohio Abolitionist, National Martyr.
Belmont County voters who have not cast early ballots will go to the polls Tuesday, May 5 to decide several primary election races and two local issues.
The Pennyroyal Opera House will host a bluegrass show Friday May 1st featuring Glass Run Road.
Members of the Barnesville Senior Center will offer lunch this Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Barnesville Area Chamber of Commerce commemorated its 2026 spring banquet with dinner, prizes and speeches Thursday evening.
Michael Schuster, FAIA, LEED AP Founder & Principal of MSA Design, came back to his hometown to speak at the Barnesville Area Chamber of Commerce spring banquet.
Master of Ceremonies John Rataiczak introduced Schuster, a Barnesville native, before he took the stage to share how the community shaped his life and the journey behind his success.
The Barnesville Area Chamber of Commerce awarded William Knox, CPA, the title of Citizen of the Year at its spring banquet Thursday.
A Novel Bunch Book Club at Bethesda Public Library will discuss “Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry at 3 p.m. Monday, May 11th.