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Women’s club swears in new officers

BARNESVILLE — The Junior Women’s Club of Barnesville announces its new leadership for the 2022-24 term. JWC is a not-for-profit General Federation of Women’s Clubs affiliate, which is a social group for women who are the hearts of not only of the Federation and Ohio GFWC, but the ...

Made In The Shade

The thermostat has officially hit swelter. Whether you’re trying to play in the backyard or just chill outdoors, there’s a bunch of new ideas and gear designed to help everyone — pets included — stay cool. First, architects recommend some simple ways to make an outdoor space more ...

Harrisville VFD 75th anniversary party Aug. 6

HARRISVILLE — The Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company is commemorating its 75th anniversary with a celebration on Saturday, Aug. 6. There will be a Fish Fry with fish, fries, onion rings, and chicken bites from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. A parade will kick off at 4 p.m. from Olive Branch ...

History of Independent Order of Odd Fellows

WHEELING — 2022 marks a special year for the oldest fraternal organization in Wheeling. Odd Fellowship in Wheeling began in 1834 when the Grand Lodge of the United States established Virginius Lodge #3 in Wheeling, Virginia. When the Grand Lodge of Virginia was established on May 17, 1837, ...

DORM DREAMS: What to bring, leave at home

NEW YORK (AP) — For the uninitiated, outfitting a college dorm room can be a dizzying experience. Doing it at a time of high inflation can make it even more daunting. The first step: Meticulously go over what the school allows and provides. If you want a microwave and minifridge, are ...

Historical society to host painting and tea party

BARNESVILLE — The Belmont County Historical Society will be hosting a Painting and Tea Party from noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 27. Guests will be painting a fall-themed pumpkin still life on a 16 x 20 inch canvas under the instruction of board member Kathy Messenger. In addition to the instruction, ...