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Branches of U.S. military detailed

Each November, people across the United States and its territories honor the brave men and women who serve and have served in the various branches of the country’s military. Veterans Day is observed annually every Nov. 11 and honors the service of all U.S. military veterans. The day should not be confused with Memorial Day, which is celebrated each year in May and honors all military personnel who have died in service. Veterans Day is a great time for anyone to learn more about the various branches of the U.S. military. ARMY The U.S. Department of Defense notes that the Army is ...

Carve out more family time this Halloween

(Family Features) By the time Halloween rolls around, many families are deep into the hustle and bustle of the school year. The holiday provides a great opportunity to focus on family and spend some quality time together. Shared experiences bring loved ones closer, and Halloween is a perfect ...

‘Legend of Santa’ is Nov. 6 on OUE stage

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Legend of Santa, a series of stories depicting how Santa Claus came to exist from ancient times through present day, is set to hit the stage at Ohio University Eastern’s Shannon Hall Theater on Nov. 6. The performance will begin at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults ...

Local Farm Bureau leaders visit officials in Washington

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — More than 100 Ohio Farm Bureau members, including Belmont County Farm Bureau Vice President Caitlyn Romshak, traveled to Washington, D.C., recently to visit face-to-face with lawmakers about issues that could have major implications to Farm Bureau members across Ohio. This year’s trip to the nation’s capital included county Farm Bureau presidents and vice presidents along with Ohio Farm Bureau Young Ag Professionals and members of the AgriPOWER Class XIII leadership institute “To have over 100 Ohio Farm Bureau members, all diverse in their roles in Ohio ...

Barnesville FFA compete in soil judging competition

BARNESVILLE — This year the Barnesville High School Future Farmers of America participated in the District 8 Soil Judging Competition with several students winning awards. The District Competition was held on Oct. 8 with 24 Barnesville students competing. Two teams qualified to compete ...

October makes dental hygiene students smile

WEST LIBERTY — October is making the West Liberty University’s Sarah Whitaker Glass School of Dental Hygiene students smile because it’s National Dental Hygiene Month. “Good oral health is so important, not just to your smile but to your overall health,” said Stephanie Meredith, ...