Barnesville Council Approves Lease with Gulfport Energy Corporation
The Village of Barnesville chose to lease its land to Gulfport Energy Corporation for oil and gas after discussion at Monday evening’s council meeting.
Government
Temporary Closing Next Wednesday of Mt. Olivet Road
The Belmont County Engineer’s Office will close Mt. Olivet Road just beyond the Barnesville Corporation Line next Wednesday.
Barnesville Police Log
Excerpts from Barnesville Police Log entries covering September 1 through September 7 are shared.
Cherry Street “Split”
Crews from the firm of Cast & Baker launched into the 2025 Barnesville paving program Wednesday.
Fire Station Drainage Project Underway
Work is underway on a storm water collection system to address water issues impacting the Barnesville Fire Station.
Barnesville’s 2025 Street Improvement Program Begins
The village’s 2025 Street Improvement Program starts tomorrow and will go through Sept. 22. Cast & Baker Corporation will complete the project.
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.
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.