County Health Department Issues “Mass Gathering” Rule
The Belmont County Board of Health has passed a new regulation regarding “temporary mass gatherings”.
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Vehicle Theft Results in Fugitive’s Arrest
John Huntsman if currently jailed in the Belmont County Jail on an outstanding fugitive warrant as well as vehicle theft charges.
County Coroner/Chiropractor Accepting Flood Relief Donations
Dr. Amanda Fisher, Belmont County Coroner and owner of Fisher Family and Sport Chiropractic at 712 West Main Street, Barnesville, is accepting flood relief donations for those who were impacted by the flash flooding in Ohio County, West Virginia Saturday night.
Meetings Move Water Project Forward
Over 40 residents attended a water project meeting at the Pennyroyal Opera House in Fairview on June 5. A second meeting is set for Tuesday, June 17.
Somerton Alums Honor Popular Restaurant Owner
Mary Ann Clark Lucas, owner of the popular Schlepp’s Restaurant near Morristown, was honored by the Somerton Alumni Association Saturday night as the 2025 Alumnus of the Year.
Business Briefs
News from Barnesville Hospital, the new To Go BP Station, Barnesville Do it Best Hardware, Joe’s Tires and Barnesville Chamber are featured.
Tobacco and Vape Shop Opens
Barnesville Tobacco and Vape recently opened at 123 North Chestnut Street, Suite B.
Broadband Grants Announced
Governor Mike DeWine and BroadbandOhio have announced nearly $23.7 million in new funding to support broadband infrastructure expansion across Ohio.
May Belmont Clerk of Courts Report
Belmont County Clerk of Courts Laura A. Zupko has released the Clerk of Courts Monthly Report for May 2025.
Groundbreaking for Underground Railroad Museum at Black Horse Inn
A formal groundbreaking ceremony will take place at the historic Black Horse Inn, 320 Main Street, Morristown on Tuesday, June 24 at 10 a.m.