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Study: Franciscan University adds $81.2M to Ohio Valley economy

STEUBENVILLE — Franciscan University of Steubenville contributed an estimated $81.2 million in added income to the Ohio Valley economy and supported 1,146 regional jobs during the 2024-25 fiscal year, according to a new economic impact study by Lightcast. The study measured the economic ...

Bethlehem Temple looks back on 94 years

WHEELING — Bethlehem Apostolic Temple will celebrate 94 years of ministry in Wheeling this month while also recognizing the 36th anniversary of Bishop Darrell W. Cummings' leadership of the church. Anniversary services will begin Sunday at the church, 330 N. Main St., with Bishop Robert ...

25 Years Later, Still Praying

This summer we have had several dramatic events in the United States. The war with Iran stands alone as a dramatic event over the last six months. Our prayers, as always, are for our military, peace and lower gas and food prices. We also celebrated the milestone of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 4, 1776. What an honor to be living during this time of the semiquincentennial of our great country. As an old commercial used to say, we have come a long way, but we still have a long way to go. It also makes me ...

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Library offers personalized bookmarks to young readers STEUBENVILLE — Young readers at area schools can take their love of reading a step further with personalized bookmarks created through the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County's Makerspace. The library has delivered laser-engraved bookmarks for book vending machines at Steubenville City Schools, Toronto City Schools, Edison Local School District, Buckeye Local School District and Indian Creek Local School District. Each bookmark features the school's logo and name. Students who take a bookmark can schedule an ...

JVS cosmetology students prepare open salon

BLOOMINGDALE — Students in the cosmetology program are busy learning their trade, but seniors will have a chance to use their skills on the public when the salon opens Oct. 5. Instructor Brianne Schoolcraft said the salon will be available Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ...

Fidelis Gamma enjoys education rap

WEIRTON — The Fidelis Gamma Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Organization for Women Educators met Sept. 3 at Eat 'n Park in Weirton, with 15 members present. Co-President Carolyn Allison called the meeting to order and gave the welcome. Co-President Ruth Fuller lit the ...