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Brooke High students earn scholarships

WELLSBURG — More than $1.3 million in scholarships was presented to seniors at Brooke High School during the annual awards program. Several of the scholarships were made possible through the Anthony Paesano Brooke County Schools Education Foundation, a group launched by the former Brooke ...

Community news from around the area

Juneteenth event in Steubenville STEUBENVILLE — Second Baptist Church, located at 717 Adams St. in Steubenville, through the cooperation of the city of Steubenville and area businesses, will host this year’s Juneteenth Festival. The event has taken place since 2016, according to ...

Local youth learn downtown history

STEUBENVILLE — Today’s young students had the opportunity to explore the rich history of downtown Steubenville. A Historic Homes and Architecture Camp took place at the Sycamore Youth Center, where 45 local students took part in hands-on experiences pertaining to architectural design. ...

Fort Steuben Chapter of DAR swears in new officers

STEUBENVILLE — The Fort Steuben Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution met May 10 and were called to order by Regent Mary Ann Jesse. The invocation and blessing were given by Chaplain Roberta Fedoush. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by America 250 Chairman ...

Chester Lions to hold holiday car show

CHESTER — Members of the Chester Lions Club are making final preparations for the group’s annual Fourth of July Car Show, set to take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 4 at Chester City Park. The event will feature all makes, models and years of vehicles, including cars, motorcycles ...

Ruritan scholarships

Five $200 scholarships were presented to area youths through the National Ruritan Build Your $ Scholarship Fund. Buckeye Ruritans presented each recipient with a certificate and invited them to attend the group’s monthly meeting. From top left, clockwise: Grace Browning received the ...