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From challenges to confidence: Juvenile Court celebrates youth achievements

Local News July 30, 2026

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Belmont County Juvenile Court will celebrate the successful completion of its summer Concentrated Conduct Adjustment Program and CrossFit for Change program on Aug. 5 at the Belmont County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The event will recognize youth who demonstrated commitment, growth and perseverance throughout the 10-week summer initiative. The summer CCAP program is designed to provide youth with opportunities to strengthen their mental, emotional and social skills through structured programming, positive mentorship and meaningful community ...

Belmont commissioners act on levies, senior meals and jail contracts

Local News July 30, 2026

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Belmont County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday approved resolutions declaring it necessary to renew two property tax levies that will appear on the November ballot. The board adopted resolutions declaring the necessity of levying taxes in excess of the 10-mill ...

Iran launches renewed missile attacks as US and Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq

Local News July 30, 2026

BAGHDAD — Iran launched a barrage of missiles at American forces in the Middle East on Wednesday as the U.S. partnered with Saudi Arabia to strike Tehran-backed militias in neighboring Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers. Elsewhere, drone strikes ignited fires on two ...

Slideshow: Betty Zane Days begins in Martins Ferry

Local News July 29, 2026

Photos by Derek Redd Betty Zane Days kicked off Wednesday evening at Martins Ferry City Park, as visitors from in the city and outside got in on the fun. On top of inflatables, food and craft vendors and music, the event began with a 5K race that benefited the Martins Ferry High School ...

Funding Secured for $58.7M Wheeling waterfront development

Local News July 29, 2026

WHEELING – W.Va. Gov. Patrick Morrisey joined local and state leaders in Wheeling on Tuesday to celebrate a milestone in the effort to bring a new, multimillion-dollar waterfront development to the city. A who's who of city and state officials, representatives of supporting agencies and ...

The Wall That Heals committee in need of volunteers

Local News July 29, 2026

WHEELING – A replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be making a stop in Belmont County this fall, and the organizers of the event are looking for volunteer help for when it arrives. The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the memorial, will be at the Belmont County ...