Barnesville Vision Plan Reveal at Public Meeting
The Community Improvement Corporation of Belmont County and the Village of Barnesville will present the community vision plan outlining ideas for the village’s future at this week’s meeting.
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Lou Holtz and Barnesville
After the announcement Wednesday of the passing of legendary college football coach Lou Holtz at the age of 89 is a reminder of his visit to Barnesville in April 1987 when he was the featured speaker at the annual Barnesville Chamber of Commerce Spring Banquet.
Divided Council Fails to Move Forward with Lake Purchase
Barnesville Village Council members were divided last week on whether to purchase 407 acres, including a large lake, for $1.7 million, with newer members ultimately saying they need more time to decide.
Major Fire on Bailey Road Visible for Miles
The brilliant, clear midday sky in eastern Ohio was pierced by a thick dark plume of smoke Saturday afternoon as a fire of yet, undetermined origin destroyed a storage building/barn at Stenger Trucking, 61516 Bailey Road east of Barnesville.
Construction Activity Nears at Main and Chestnut
Construction activity nears at the corner of West Main and North Chestnut streets.
Bethesda to Negotiate for Portion of Epworth Park Property
Bethesda Village Council this month pondered a water rate increase and authorized its solicitor, along with the fiscal officer and/or mayor, to negotiate to purchase a portion of an Epworth Park lot for the village.
Barnesville Board Approves February Forecast
The Board approved the February forecast as presented. Historically, this forecast was due in May, but the state moved the due date to February.
Barnesville to Annex Nearly 10 Acres on East End
Barnesville Village Council authorized Mayor Jake Hershberger to enter an annexation agreement that will add 9.443 acres to the community.
Easement Signing Meetings Set for Water Project
Project will Serve Fairview, Hendrysburg and Mt. Olivett Road North With a mid-2026 project launch approaching, planners and officials for the North Water Project have begun the major step of securing easements affecting property owners. Once completed, the project will provide plentiful, safe water for residents and businesses in the communities of Fairview and […]
Widening Work Planned for Belmont Intersection
The intersection where two state highways enter Belmont will be widened and improved with help from the Belmont County Transportation Improvement District.