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Jones, Olashuk JOINS CEDAR ONE: Born and raised in the Ohio Valley, Jade Jones is proud to call Cadiz home. A dedicated real estate professional, Jones combines local market knowledge with a passion for helping people navigate one of life's most important decisions. Licensed since 2024, she ...

Disputed State Route 213 work sparks payment standoff

STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County commissioners balked Thursday at approving payment for two subcontractors who performed work tied to a water line relocation on State Route 213 that officials said was not authorized, not advertised for bids and lacked a designated funding source. After the request was entered into the official record, commissioners Tony Morelli and Eric Timmons said they were unaware the contractors, Ron Holmes and TS Electric, had performed any work on the project. They also noted County Auditor E.J. Conn had previously warned them not to approve invoices tied to ...

Beating the heat

Ross Gallabrese Jenna Clapham, right, gets a cold drink from Jenna Starkey of Crazy Sips Handcrafted Lemonade and More during Wednesday's edition of Wednesdays in Wintersville. Area residents braved temperatures in the upper 90s and a heat index of more than 100 degrees to be a part of the ...

Richmond celebrates nation's 250th by unearthing part of the past

RICHMOND — The opening of a time capsule established in 1976 and a dedication in memory of a community-minded icon were highlights of a special celebration held June 28 at Richmond Park in observance of the nation's 250th anniversary. The Richmond Lions Club, in partnership with the ...

No newspaper Saturday; have a happy Fourth!

As we join together this weekend to celebrate America's 250th birthday, please note that today's newspaper serves as our expanded weekend edition, as the Fourth of July falls on a Saturday. While there won't be a printed newspaper on Saturday, our reporters will be working to cover the ...