September Belmont County Clerk of Courts Report
Belmont County Clerk of Courts Laura A. Zupko has released the September 2026 report for the office.
Government
Belmont County Sheriff’s Reports
Western Belmont County excerpts from October 17 to October 21 were created from the information provided by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office call logs.
Stephen Sworn in as New School Board Member
Christina Stephen was sworn in as a member of the Board of Education. The Board appointed Stephen to fill the unexpired term of Tammy Wells.
Public Meetings, Oct. 26-31
The following public meetings are slated to take place in the coming week:
Public Notices – October 24, 2026 – Draft
The following Public Notices are published by Barnesville Area News Saturday, October 24, 2026.
School District, Flushing Resident Reach Settlement in Civil Rights Case
A federal Civil Rights lawsuit filed by a Flushing resident against the Union Local School District was settled for $300,000.
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 October 12 through October 18, 2026.
Flock Cameras Come to Barnesville
The issue and debate about Flock Cameras are not specific to Barnesville. It is a debate going on regionally and nationwide.
Free Harm Reduction, Hygiene Products Available at Sheriff’s Office
Free harm reduction and hygiene products are available free of charge in the lobby of the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office.
Tunnel/Trail Open for Business
After several years of planning and two-years of construction, Barnesville’s new bike and pedestrian is complete and open to the public.