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Editorials

125 years of service

During its more than 100 years of service, the Women’s Club of Steubenville and its members have taken multiple opportunities to make a difference in the community. They demonstrated that dedication this month when they donated $60,000 to area organizations. The money — which was ...

Buckle up every time

For most people, putting on a seat belt shortly after sitting down in a vehicle is simply habit — and that’s as it should be. But too many still ignore data that shows wearing a seat belt can save lives … and ignore that it is against the law not to wear one. According to Ohio State ...

Help others this holiday

It is one thing to be told there is anecdotal evidence the need for support of food banks is only growing. It is quite another to learn there is hard proof. According to a report by the Ohio Capital Journal, Ohio food banks are seeing record-breaking amounts of need. In part because of changes ...

Ohio leading the way

Ohio has always been an innovator in transportation. Last week that continued as the Buckeye State celebrated the opening of the country’s first electric vehicle fast-charging station funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program. “Any industry that focuses on innovations ...

Consequences of hate

Though the events of Oct. 7 brought fresh awareness to the scope of antisemitism in this country, researchers say such hate has been on the rise for quite some time. In the U.S. antisemitic incidents increased by 35% between 2021 and 2022. Certainly, we know more people have felt freer to ...

Don’t support puppy mills

As we approach the time of year when some families may be considering adding a new pet, news out of Holmes County, Ohio reminds us there is a lot to consider in such a decision. Should a family determine they have the time and resources to make the commitment to love and care for a pet for ...