Belmont County Auditor Selects Contractor for Online Dog Licenses
The Belmont County Auditor’s Office has switched to a new contractor, called DocuPet, for online dog licensing, in an effort to modernize the process and improve efficiency.
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The “First Lady” of Barnesville Marks 99th Birthday
Today, January 22 is an important day for Jean Davies, her family and the entire Barnesville community as the “First Lady marks her 99th Birthday and begins her 100th year of life!
Warming Centers are Open for the Public
Belmont County officials share a list of warming centers provided by the Belmont County Emergency Management Agency as temperatures drop in southeastern Ohio.
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 12 – 18 time frame. Monday, January 12, 2026 2:25 pm – caller from Ohio Street reports being harassed by a former friend. 2:48 pm – person […]
Keeping Pets Safe During Winter Weather
As temperatures drop, it is important for pets to stay warm and protected.
Humane World for Animals and local animal officials share tips to help pet owners keep their furry friends safe during winter.
“There are different steps you can take to keep animals warm during cold weather, and those steps vary by species and breed,” Belmont County Hoof & Paw humane agent Julie Larish said. “Understanding your animal’s natural tolerance for cold is essential to keeping them safe and comfortable.”
New Fire Chief, Assistant Chief Appointed
During its first meeting of 2026, Barnesville Village Council hired a new fire chief and assistant chief, considered whether to purchase a new ambulance and sold a dump truck.
OVI Results in 10-Year Prison Sentence
As expected, Tuesday afternoon Belmont County Court of Common Please Judge John Vavra sentenced Sandy Ridge resident Douglas Ryan Johnston to a maximum sentence for his 11th OVI charge. He will serve 10 years in the Ohio Prison System.
Longtime Barnesville Hairstylist Retires
After more than 50 years behind the chair coloring, styling and cutting hair, Jeannette Hissom retired in Dececember.
Union Local ‘Jet-Setters”
Union Local announces December/January Jet-Setters employees.
Captina Conservancy Euchre Tournament
Captina Conservancy is sponsoring a Euchre Tournament January 31.