Earthquakes Halt Fracking Operation
Ohio officials have confirmed that a recent series of small earthquakes in Southeast Ohio are tied to oil and gas activity in the region.
Government
Western Division Court Filing Alleges Assault at Barnesville-Union Local Football Game
Charges were filed this past week through private-citizen affidavits that alleges Union Local High School Football Coach Vaughn Butler assaulted Flushing resident Brent Gay “and engaged in disorderly conduct at the event largely attended by students and their families” at the Union Local – Barnesville football game at Shamrock Stadium on October 24, 2024.
Playground Dedicated by Belmont Board of Developmental Disabilities
A partnership in Belmont County has resulted in the creation of a new inclusive playground for children of all abilities.
Upcoming Public Meetings
Public meetings for the coming week are listed as Barnesville Area News’ effort to provide governmental transparency.
Barnesville Police Log
Barnesville Police Log report excerpts from May 5 through May 11 are published.
April Clerk of Courts Report
Laura A. Zupko Belmont County Clerk of Courts issued the following Monthly Report for April this past week.
Health Survey Reveals Top Issues
The Belmont County Health Department recently released results of a county health assessment the office conducted.
Depot Roof Project Stirs Council Debate
A review of the highlights of the May 5 Barnesville Village Council Meeting.
State Issue 2, Local Levies Pass
Election results resulted in approval of the state issue and western Belmont County tax measures.
Barnesville Police Log
Police log entries from the previous week are published.