Upcoming Road Closure
Johnson Road North in southwest Union Township will be closed from March 31-April 10 for bridge replacement.
Government
State Approves Leasing More Egypt Valley Acreage
The Ohio Oil & Gas Land Management Commission of the Department of Natural Resources voted on March 27 to approve opening up more land at the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area for oil and gas fracking leases.
Belmont County Sheriff’s Log
Western Belmont County excerpts from March 20 -25 were created from the information provided by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office call logs.
Meyer Announces Candidacy for Belmont County Auditor
Josh Meyer has announced his candidacy for Belmont County auditor, citing experience in public service and a desire to improve efficiency and accountability within the office.
Public Notices – March 27
Public Notices published the week of March 26, 2026.
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.
Fire Department Billing Changes Proposed
Proposed legislation was introduced Monday to Barnesville Village Council, which also heard updates on a number of ongoing issues.
Nick Ferrelli Announces Run for Belmont County Auditor
Former Shadyside councilman Nick Ferrelli is seeking the Belmont County auditor position.
Belmont County Auditor Cindi Henry Seeks Re-election
Cindi Henry, Belmont County auditor, is seeking re-election after first taking office in 2020.
Muskingum WCD Names Chief of Conservation
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) announces that Dana Ohman joined the organization in January as Chief of Conservation.