In the News
As he wraps up a career in law enforcement spanning 45 years, Belmont County Sheriff Dave Lucas was feted at a special dinner/program this past Thursday evening.
News
Piedmont Lake Brush Fire Totals Pontoon Boat and Motor Home
A fast moving brush fire Sunday afternoon along Skyline Drive west of Piedmont Lake and north of Sewellsville burnt several acres, totaled a pontoon boat and motorhome camper.
Barnesville Council Meeting Recap – November 4
Mayor Jake Hershberger opened the meeting by praising the efforts of the Barnesville football team and noted with approval the high turnout for Halloween events.
Community Calendar through November 17
If you have items for the Community Calendar, please send an email to bruce.yarnall@outlook.com.
Church and Religious News
“The Acts of Faith” will be in concert on Sunday, November 10, 6:00 at the Batesville United Methodist Church, SR 513, Batesville.
In the News/Seen and Heard – November 9
The Astoria Place of Barnesville hosted members of the Bethesda, Flushing, and Barnesville Senior centers for Christmas wreath creations. The event and lunch were coordinated by Astoria Place employees Lisa and Alyssa.
Burn Ban In Effect, Drought Persists
The Ohio State Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban for Belmont and several nearby counties.
Barnesville Couple Pleads to Animal Abuse Charges
The Barnesville man charged with animal abuse and criminal mischief has entered guilty pleas and has been sentenced.
Officials Raid Local Pharmacy
It was anything but “business as usual” in downtown Barnesville this past Tuesday as officials of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Ohio Attorney General’ Office, Ohio Pharmacy Board, and Barnesville Police raided the Corner Pharmacy.
Barnesville Civil War Monument Move Approved
After 110 years of obscurity in the middle of Southern Cemetery, Barnesville’s Civil War Monument is moving back downtown to the Veterans Plaza near its original home in front of the municipal building.