Belmont County Sheriff’s Log
Western Belmont County excerpts from January 21 through January 28 were created from the information provided by the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office call logs.
Government
Morristown Receives Federal Funding for Sidewalk Improvement Project
The Village of Morristown has received federal funding for its “Morristown Safe Multi-Modal Project” aimed at increasing safety, accessibility and connectivity throughout the community.
Public Notices
Barnesville Area News publishes the following Public Notices for the week of January 30, 2026.
Ohio Department of Commerce – Unclaimed Funds
The Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds holds and returns forgotten money. Citizens may search for forgotten funds with the Ohio Dept. of Commerce’s enhanced website.
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 the January 19 – 25 time frame.
Bethesda Seats Council Members, Park commissioner
Three seasoned Bethesda Village Council members renewed their oaths of office this month while one new councilwoman joined their ranks and a new park commissioner was appointed.
Belmont County Rates of Taxation and Reduction Released
Belmont County Treasurer Katherine J. Kelich has released the 2025 Rates of Taxation and Reduction Factors for Tax Year 2025.
JB Green Team Offering Recycling Initiative Grants
The JB Green Team announces applications for the 2026 Recycling Initiatives Project Grant are currently available.
Four Area Districts Awarded Bus Safety Grants
On Thursday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen D. Dackin announced the award of $10 million in Ohio School Bus Safety Grants to 371 schools, districts, and county boards of developmental disabilities statewide.
Somerton VFD Valentine’s Rigatoni Dinner
Members of the Somerton Volunteer Fire Department and EMS will host a Valentine’s Rigatoni Dinner from 5-7 p.m. February 13 at the fire hall community room, 55517 Washington Street, Somerton.