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A celebratory march

Contributed Dressed in red, white and blue, pupils and staff at Steubenville's Garfield East Elementary School marched along streets in the school's neighborhood to celebrate America's 250th birthday as well as the school's recent recognition as a Governor's Science and Reading Champion ...

Lift every voice: Steubenville event promises evening of gospel celebration

STEUBENVILLE — Music, worship and community fellowship will take center stage June 7 as the Sycamore Youth Center hosts Gospel Night 2026, a free outdoor concert bringing together local and regional gospel artists, worship teams, choirs and musicians for an evening of faith and encouragement. The event will begin at 5 p.m. June 7 at the Louis Berkman Amphitheater in Steubenville and is open to the public free of charge. Sponsored by the Sycamore Youth Center, Gospel Night 2026 aims to unite people across the Ohio Valley through music and worship while highlighting regional gospel ...

History in the Hills: The Great Outdoors

STEUBENVILLE — I have often wondered what our natural area looked like in the past. What did the river look like before industry or the lock and dam system? What did the forest look like before settlers carved communities from the wilderness? Just how large were the trees? What animal species lived here, and were they hunted by early peoples? These questions have long fascinated me because there is something special about being outdoors in nature. My wife and I have always enjoyed spending time outside in the garden, the woods, at the beach or lake. We have worked to instill a love ...

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Hookstown Memorial Day Car Cruise set for fairgrounds HOOKSTOWN, Pa. — The Hookstown Grange will hold its annual Memorial Day Car Cruise from noon to 3 p.m. Monday at the Hookstown Fairgrounds. Dash plaques will be given to the first 75 participants. The event will feature a 50-50 drawing and giveaways every 30 minutes. Food and T-shirts will be available. Those planning to attend are reminded that the Memorial Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. and the road will reopen at noon. Sponsored by Southside Garage, the event will feature free parking and admission. For information, call ...

Sermon topics

• Bell Chapel UMC: "Encounters with Jesus: Afraid of Getting Cleaned Up?” • Cadiz Presbyterian Church: "Pentecost Sunday: Peace Be With You" • Cove Presbyterian Church: "When the Holy Spirit Comes" • Finley Church: 10:45 a.m., "Becoming Powerful;" 6 p.m., "Prayer" • First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): "Peace be with You" • Harmony Church of Mingo Junction: "Parakletos" • Memorial Baptist Church: "The Sleeping Giant" • St. Paul's Church: "Pentecost" • Starkdale Presbyterian Church, Wintersville: "Another Counselor" • Two Ridges ...

Women’s golf results

Monday Night Ladies League HOOKSTOWN, Pa. — The Monday Night Ladies League played at Ponderosa Golf Course in Hookstown on May 11. The Play of the Day was Throw Out the Worst Two Holes. Brenda Hartley finished in first place, Tammy Koutsky in second place and Laura Froehlich in third place. Yuko Atwell took the prize for closest to the pin on second shot on hole No. 5. The low putts prize was split between Tammy Koutsky and Denise Augustine. On Monday, the ladies played the front nine at Ponderosa Golf Courses, and the Play of the Day was low gross. Yuko Atwell was the winner, ...