CHEERS to new that Flushing Village Council is back to full strength after three members resigned in May. And CHEERS to those who were willing to step up and serve.

JEERS to the negative and allegedly violent rhetoric that prompted two of those Flushing council members to resign. Public servants should feel safe in their positions and in their personal lives.

CHEERS to the new rest areas that were officially unveiled in Belmont County on Interstate 70 this week. They have been serving the public for a few months, but the ceremony was a nice touch.

JEERS to some reportedly selfish teens who nearly ruined trick or treat for older kids in St. Clairsville by helping themselves to all of the candy left out by one council member last year.

CHEERS to Assistant Chief Darby Copeland and Bridgeport Police Department for hosting a National Night Out event on Tuesday to build connections with community members.