CHEERS to Bridgeport leaders for supporting a business owner’s efforts to bring a hemp fest to the village. During a council meeting Tuesday, they urged him to coordinate the affair with police officials to ensure safety.

JEERS to news that former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Thoughts and prayers for him and his family.

CHEERS to the St. Clairsville STEAM team for advancing to the global finals of the Destination Imagination competition. The team is competing in Missouri over the next few days.

JEERS to an ongoing conflict between residents and Bellaire Village Council over the decision to implement fines for parking violations in a village-owned lot. Village leaders must make conditions clear, and drivers must begin to comply if it is to be resolved.

CHEERS to JB Green Team for introducing Ohio’s first foam recycling program. The solid waste authority is offering the service in 10 locations across Belmont and Jefferson counties.