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Martins Ferry leaders hope opportunity knocks

Local News July 10, 2026

MARTINS FERRY — City officials are hoping opportunity knocks in Martins Ferry as they pursue an Opportunity Zone designation they believe could attract new investment, create jobs and help revitalize key properties, including the former East Ohio Regional Hospital campus. Council voted Wednesday to join the Martins Ferry Area Chamber of Commerce in submitting a letter of support to the Ohio Department of Development as part of the city's application for Opportunity Zone status. The application was submitted this week. Service Director Andy Sutak said the designation would give the ...

BELMONT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Local News July 10, 2026

— 10:39 p.m. Sunday, a caller from an address on Summit Avenue in Bellaire reported that a male came to his front door, took a picture and then left in a vehicle. The caller had this incident recorded on doorbell video. A deputy responded. Upon arrival, the deputy located a Walmart package on the porch. The homeowner concurred that the person on his porch was a delivery driver. — 10:06 p.m. Sunday, a caller from the Pine Lake Trailer Court on National Road in Belmont reported that she heard four gunshots and did not believe they were fireworks. The caller reported that she had ...

Gospel Fest brings churches, music and faith together at Heritage Port

Local News July 10, 2026

WHEELING — The sounds of inspiration will rise from Wheeling’s Heritage Port when “Gospel Fest” takes over the stage later this month. The fourth annual event is set to start at 10:30 a.m. July 19 at the outdoor venue. “Come with your lawn chairs. Come prepared to do some ...

Belmont County DJFS programs receive more than $770,000 in contracts

Local News July 10, 2026

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Belmont County Board of Commissioners passed three motions involving the Belmont County Department of Job and Family Services during the board’s weekly meeting. First, the board signed and approved a purchase of performance of services contract between DJFS and the ...

Carly Greer and the Hooch rock the Belmont Correctional Institution

Local News July 9, 2026

ST. CLAIRSVILLE – History was made on Wednesday as Carly Greer and the Hooch became the first band to perform inside the Belmont Correctional Institution in the facility's history. BCI Warden Shelbie Smith said the idea came from seeing an advertisement for Greer last year. She then reached ...

St. C. author set to release first children's book in six-part series

Local News July 9, 2026

ST. CLAIRSVILLE – Local author Tiffany Bumgardner is gearing up to release a the first part of a six-part children's book series. The St. Clairsville resident will be releasing "The Littlest Photographer" on Tuesday. She describes the series as a heartwarming six-book children's series ...