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Departments Extinguish Truck Fire

Departments Extinguish Truck Fire

Monday night, volunteers from Belmont, Bethesda and Morristown responded to a truck fire on Route 40 -National Road. Upon arrival, they discovered the rear tires and brakes burning. Firemen quickly doused the flames.

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Sandy Ridge Fire Update

Sandy Ridge Fire Update

Barnesville Fire Chief Tim Hall reports the state fire marshal’s inspection at the Sandy Ridge residence, site of a fire, Friday, January 31, reveals the cause “undetermined” at the present time. 

Community, News

Boil Order Issued – February 3

Boil Order Issued – February 3

On Monday afternoon, February 3, the Barnesville Water Department has issued a precautionary boil advisory due to emergency waterline repairs for all service connection on Joe Jefferis Road, Mt. Olivet Road, Fairview Street, Mt. Olivet Road North East (Twp. 174), Mt. Olivet Road North West, Penny Lane, Harry’s Ridge Road, Brad’s Way, Farson Drive, Jackson […]

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Belmont Savings Supports Backpack Program

Belmont Savings Supports Backpack Program

The Belmont Savings Bank quarterly “Jeans Day” funds were donated to the Barnesville School Districts’ Backpack Program lasts week. “Every time our team wears jeans to work, we’re contributing to a cause that matters,” the company post noted.

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OUE Dean Will Return to Faculty Role

OUE Dean Will Return to Faculty Role

Ohio University Regional Higher Education announced that Dr. David Rohall, Dean of Campus and Community Relations for the Eastern campus, will be stepping down as dean and returning to the faculty, effective May 15, 2025.

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