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Back-to-school block party brings community together

STEUBENVILLE — Wednesday’s Back-to-School Block Party gave area families an opportunity to prepare for the new school year while connecting with organizations that offer resources and services throughout the community. Presented by the Sycamore Youth Center and the Aim Women’s Center, ...

Kirke’s keeps growing after 34 years of serving up scoops

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — For 34 years, Kirke’s Homemade Ice Cream has been serving up scoops in St. Clairsville, but the family’s connection to ice cream stretches back nearly a century. On Wednesday, the St. Clairsville staple celebrated its anniversary by offering customers $1 scoops of ice ...

Middleton joins Toronto Council as downtown amphitheater plans take shape

TORONTO — City Council has a new member. Jayson Middleton was sworn in as Third Ward councilman before the start of Monday’s meeting. Mayor John Parker administered the oath, with Middleton’s wife, Tammi, joining the ceremony. Middleton replaces Troy Stewart, who resigned from ...

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Steel Valley Regional Transit Authority to meet STEUBENVILLE — The Steel Valley Regional Transit Authority will hold its regular board meeting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Robert J. Cutri Modal Center in Steubenville. JVS board to meet Tuesday BLOOMINGDALE — The Jefferson County Joint Vocational School District Board of Education will hold its regular meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18, in the boardroom at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School, 1509 County Highway 22A. Edison announces 2026-27 meal prices Edison announces 2026-27 meal prices HAMMONDSVILLE — ...

SOULS Livestock Show celebrates inclusion, agriculture

SMITHFIELD – The Special Olympics Unified Livestock Show (SOULS) highlights the true sense of community with its third annual inclusive event Aug. 15. Activities are set for 5 p.m. at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Smithfield with support from Special Olympics Unified Ohio, Jeffco ...

7 Ranges, library team up for back-to-school bash

STEUBENVILLE — 7 Ranges Entertainment is teaming up with the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County to help local students and families get ready for the new school year with the Level Up for School Back-to-School Bash. The event will run from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at 7 Ranges Entertainment. The community-focused event will bring together local organizations and businesses for an afternoon dedicated to helping students start the school year prepared, supported and excited. Among the highlights are: • Free school supplies for students in pre-K through ...