Committee Proposes to Bring The Wall that Heals to County
A group of Belmont County citizens is proposing to bring the “Wall that Heals” to Belmont County.
Government
Somerton Man Arrested in Monroe, Faces Several Charges
A traffic stop in Malaga Township on June 3, 2025, resulted in the arrest of a 55-year-old man from Somerton.
Ohio Wild Turkey Season Harvest Totals
Ohio’s Wild turkey hunters checked 16,014 birds during the spring 2025 season which concluded on Sunday, June 1, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
Public Meetings in the Coming Week
The following public meetings will take place in the coming week.
Barnesville Village News and Reports
Council minutes, summer newsletter, police, fire and mayor’s court reports, 2026 capital budget
Depot Roof Project Bids Opened
The Village of Barnesville opened bids for the depot roof project Wednesday at 3:00. Four bids were received and logged. They range from all new roof tiles to reusing and mixing in appropriate used tiles.
Belmont County Sheriff’s Call Log
Western Belmont County excerpts from the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office Call Logs for May 29-June 4 are reported.
Barnesville Police Log
Excerpts from the Barnesville Police Department log from May 26 through June 1 are reported.
Somerset Township Community Park to Receive Makeover
The Somerset Township Community Park will soon be home to an additional play area for younger children that includes climbing activities and learning games.
Barnesville Council Takes Action
Barnesville Village council took action on legislation at its Monday evening meeting, including approving a resolution to apply for a grant to construct fencing at the practice ball fields at the west end of the village.