CHEERS to all who turned out Wednesday in support of Domestic Violence Awareness in St. Clairsville. Such annual events help ensure the issue isn’t overlooked or forgotten.

JEERS to reports that people continue to steal political campaign signs from both public and private property. No matter the motivation, theft is a crime.

CHEERS to Taylor Abbott and others who are launching Ohio’s first river maritime academy to help preserve and promote one of the state’s oldest career fields and put Monroe County on the map for yet another reason.

JEERS to the fact that a lack of funds is complicating several matters for the city of Martins Ferry. From needed repairs to the city building to a loss of business in town, additional funding would be helpful.

CHEERS to village of Belmont officials for finally managing to have the former school building in the community demolished. While it was a special place for many, it had fallen into severe disrepair.

CHEERS to Shadyside’s Leona Middle School for receiving the National Blue Ribbon award for excelling in academic performance and making significant strides in student achievement.

CHEERS to the fact that the Ohio State Fire Marshal was able to lift the drought-related burn ban that affected local counties. An annual ban remains in effect.