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Wellsburg Council gives nod to Home Rule application

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WELLSBURG — On Wednesday, Wellsburg Council agreed to apply for the state’s Home Rule program, a move that will allow it to implement a 1 percent sales tax and more options in addressing public nuisance and tax-delinquent properties. Following a public hearing, in which no comment was ...

Buckeye students collect 35 units of blood

Community

CONNORVILLE — Buckeye Local High School students helped save lives during the first of the schools two blood drives that are taking place throughout the school year. Student council students joined Vitalant on Nov. 3 to collect blood from the 35 people registered for the event. Held in ...

JCVA honors one of own

Community

The Jefferson County Veterans Association held its annual Veterans Day program Tuesday in Friendship Park’s 4-H building. Thomas Graham sang the national anthem, while Kenny Reynolds and Vince Pastre entertained through songs written by Reynolds, including one penned while stationed in ...

JVS students thank veterans with breakfast

Community

BLOOMINGDALE — More than 70 people gathered inside the cafeteria of the Jefferson County Vocational School Monday to honor local veterans for their service to the country. This was the first year students invited veterans to share a breakfast, honoring each for their bravery and sacrifice. ...

Wintersville women to talk fundraiser

Community

WINTESVILLE — Members of the Wintersville Woman’s Club are preparing for their upcoming meeting at noon on Nov. 20 at St. Florian Hall. President Cheryl Taylor addressed those in the club through a newsletter, informing everyone of the upcoming Holiday Splendor event, scheduled to take ...