Barnesville BMV Warns of Scams
The Barnesville Bureau of Motor Vehicles reminds area residents of an ongoing scam being perpetrated by criminals trying to swindle folks out of money.
Government
Bethesda Resident is New Board of Elections Member
Belmont County Board of Election’s newest board member will take the place of a former member who died in June, filling the shoes of the longtime respected member.
The BOE swore Belmont County native Teresa Schafer in to take the place of former member Frankie Carnes.
SR 379 Closes One Week Beginning Monday
Several area ODOT road projects are planned in the coming weeks including the closing of SR 379 south of Baileys Mills beginning Sept. 8.
Public Notices and Public Meetings
Read the Barnesville Fall Newsletter, view the agenda for Monday’s village council meeting and check out other opportunities to attend and participate in public meetings next week.
Belmont County Sheriff’s Log
Western Belmont County excerpts from the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office Call Logs covering various dates from August 29 through September 3 are reported below. August 29, 2025 7:53 am — Commercial business near Morristown Exchange. Two vehicles were in a motor vehicle collision. A deputy responded to take information for a crash report. 10:11 pm […]
Barnesville Police Log
Excerpts from the Barnesville Police Department log from August 25 through August 31 are reported.
Mayor Breaks Tie on Special Event License
At the August 25 village council meeting, Blue Moon Tavern Owner Susan Lapham’s request that she can serve alcohol at a chili cook off was a continuing discussion from the last meeting.
Town Looking at Possible $4-5 Million Windfall
Village Administrator Roger Deal opened two bids for oil and gas leasing at the August 25 village council meeting.
Barnesville Police Increase Property Code Enforcement
The Barnesville Police Department is taking a stronger role in enforcing the village’s property maintenance code, an issue that officials say remains a top concern for residents.
Barnesville August Police Report
Barnesville Rocky Sirianni, reports August department activities.