Summer Weather Takes a Toll on Growers Seeking the King Pumpkin Title
A season of pouring rain has left some pumpkins failing and others growing as they compete to be named the 2025 King Pumpkin.
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Bethesda Public Library Activities
Several activities are scheduled at Bethesda Public Library this fall.
Pumpkin Festival Build Up
Information on the upcoming 61st Barnesville Pumpkin Festival posted on the organization’s Facebook Page this week is shared.
Barnesville Council Approves Lease with Gulfport Energy Corporation
The Village of Barnesville chose to lease its land to Gulfport Energy Corporation for oil and gas after discussion at Monday evening’s council meeting.
Temporary Closing Next Wednesday of Mt. Olivet Road
The Belmont County Engineer’s Office will close Mt. Olivet Road just beyond the Barnesville Corporation Line next Wednesday.
Corner Pharmacy Is Suddenly Closed
Friday morning, Charles “Chip” Terrett, owner/pharmacist of the Corner Pharmacy, shared news the business had closed.
Junior Women’s Club Name Change
Barnesville Junior Women’s Club members have changed its name to Women’s Club to better reflect who club members are while it continues to work on projects in the community.
Barnesville Schools Welcome New PLTW and VEX Robotics Teacher
Project Lead the Way classes and the VEX V5 Robotics Competitions program have a new teacher ready to educate students about engineering principles.
Barnesville High School alumna Brianna Holskey has joined the Barnesville Exempted Village School District as the new PLTW and VEX Robotics teacher this year.
Barnesville Police Log
Excerpts from Barnesville Police Log entries covering September 1 through September 7 are shared.
Education Foundation Elects
The Barnesville Area Education Foundation held elections during the organization’s annual meeting on September 8.