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CAROL BALK

Carol Sue Balk, 88, of Martins Ferry, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born on December 25, 1937, the daughter of the late, Paul Maguire and Anna E, (Malis) Maguire Pappa. Carol was retired from the former Islay’s of Martins Ferry and Rogers Jewelers- OVM Office. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Surviving are her children, George (Kelli) Balk, Jr. of Glen Robins, Julie Perry of Arizona and Lisa (Randall) Reasbeck, grandchildren, Brandi, Randall, Jr., Michael, Cassandra, Kevin and Chantell, great-grand ...

Blomquist ready for another quality season at Wright State

FAIRBORN — Braylen Blomquist comes from a baseball family. That family includes his father, Dave, and older brothers, Tyler and Kaden, both of whom starred at West Liberty. However, being the youngest, Braylen had a chance to learn the game at a young age by watching. “I grew up ...

The art of upcycling old furniture

Maybe it's a scratched-up old sideboard found at a yard sale and turned into a snazzy media console. Or a couple of well-traveled vintage trunks given a new home as bedside tables. Designers and DIYers are breathing new life into old furniture, not just restoring but reimagining and giving ...

It’s Time To Take Politics Out Of The Energy Discussion

My youngest brother Ron and I were visiting on a call just before Christmas. I am the oldest of six boys. My parents had their hands full. Ron was the brother who picked up a hot charcoal when he was two years old, a story I told in a recent article. The lesson was to learn from your mistakes. Ron said, “You know there is another lesson from that incident. Do not trust your older brothers.” I was confused. Ron related a part of the hot coal story I was not aware of. Charcoals build up a layer of ash as they burn. They do not appear hot. To a two-year old they appear soft and fluffy. ...

WILLIAM RODAK

William F. Rodak, age 70 of Lancaster, passed away on December 24, 2025 at the Pickering House surrounded by loving family. He was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on September 16, 1955 to William L. and Joan (Dickson) Rodak. Bill was an avid Ohio State Buckeyes and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. ...

First four selections announced for OVAC Hall of Fame class

The turning of the calendar to the new year signifies a lot of new things. But, in the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference, it also signifies an opportunity to recognize its past as members of the latest OVAC Hall of Fame class are announced. The first four selections in the Class of 2026 are ...