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DeWine announces call for Ohioans to serve as volunteer firefighters

COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Commerce Director Sherry Maxfield and State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon Friday at the Division of State Fire Marshal’s campus to announce a statewide public service announcement campaign to raise awareness of Ohio’s need for volunteer firefighters. “Many Ohio communities rely on volunteer firefighters to keep them and their families safe every day,” DeWine said. “As volunteer numbers decrease, Ohioans are increasingly at risk, which is why it is so important to spread awareness for Ohio’s need. We hope to encourage ...

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — A new exhibit featuring Hopewell era culture from an artistic and archaeological perspective is traveling to the Belmont County Heritage Museum. The traveling exhibit “Mounds, Moon and Stars: The Legacy of Ohio’s Magnificent Earthworks” will display aspects of the ...

Library lends a helping hand

CADIZ — Pottery, movies and craft activities all made their way into a program at Puskarich Public Library funded by a grant from the Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities program. Susan Guthrie, librarian and the inspiration behind the program, thought ...

Bold new trend of wall-free stays: An adventure or a risky gamble?

(AP) — According to Booking.com’s Travel Predictions for 2024, 58% of travelers prioritize an uninterrupted night’s sleep during their holiday. Would they be comfortable sleeping in rooms without doors or windows, surrounded by nature? Accommodations around the world are redefining ...

Mountaineer Brewfest to celebrate 10-year anniversary

WHEELING — The 10 Year Anniversary Mountaineer Brewfest, a celebration of West Virginia’s finest craft beers, will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Heritage Port in Wheeling. Tickets for the 2024 Mountaineer Brewfest are on sale now. The Mountaineer Brewfest has raised more than $211,000 to date in donations to local Wheeling charities through festival proceeds and matching tips generated by the Circus Saints & Sinners. For the 10th consecutive year, the Mountaineer Brewfest will be brought to you by Title Sponsor Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack. Wheeling Island ...

Lebanese Festival returns to Oglebay Park on Sunday

WHEELING — Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church of Wheeling will host its 91st annual Lebanese Festival from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11, at Site 1, Levenson Shelter, in Oglebay Park. The Lebanese Festival is open to the public and offers authentic Lebanese food, live ...