Rainbow Bridge Added to Dog Park
A Rainbow Bridge was unveiled and dedicated this week at the Belmont County David M. Lucas Dog Park on SR 331 north of Belmont College and the Belmont Career Center.
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Grant Funds Theater Reps Conference Attendance
With a grant received from the Ohio Arts Council the Barnesville State Theater was happy to be able to send two of our board members Bill Knox and Shelley Jefferis to Pittsburgh in July to attend the League of Historic American Theatre’s Annual Conference.
Belmont College Adds Motorcycle Training Program
Belmont College is pleased to announce the addition of a brand-new motorcycle training at their campus in St. Clairsville, launching this Fall 2025.
Barnesville Schools Switch to ParentSquare for Communication
At Monday’s Barnesville School Board meeting, Superintendent Micah Fuchs reported a new app to communicate with parents called Parent Square will be introduced this year.
Back in Session
Schools opened in western Belmont County this week.
Diesel Spill Closes I-70
I-70 in Belmont County was shut down temporarily Wednesday morning following a crash between a commercial vehicle and a passenger vehicle that resulted in about 80 gallons of diesel fuel flowing across the highway.
Bethesda Native, OU Grad Returns Home to Help Others
Ohio University graduate Wendy Kalinowski, a long-time student affairs professional with more than 30 years of service to the University, is stepping into a new role as assistant director of financial aid advising. In this position, she will serve students at both the Eastern and Zanesville campuses.
Belmont College Honors Late Professor
In honor of his exceptional dedication and service to Belmont College, the late Dr. Ben Hitt has been posthumously awarded the distinguished title of Professor Emeritus.
Kindergarten and Preschool Readiness Assessments Begin
Assessment screenings are currently underway at Barnesville Elementary School.
Adron Franklin Hall
Adron F Hall, 84, passed away at home in Vancouver, WA on August 10, 2025. He was born October 22, 1940, in Wilmington, NC, the son of James Adron and Celia Lureen (Vereen) Hall. Adron graduated high school from Acme-Delco, Class of 1959. Following graduation, he joined the U.S. Navy and served aboard the USS […]