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JVS rescheduled blood drive a success

BLOOMINGDALE — Donors turned out at the Jefferson County Vocational School Feb 18 to give the gift of life. The school’s health technologies program teamed up once again with the American Red Cross to help boost a depleting blood supply. The school collected 44 viable units during its ...

Collage workshop

The Steubenville Art Association held a collage workshop in the meeting room of Historic Fort Steuben on Feb. 21, with Richmond resident and artist Gina Judy serving as instructor. Among those taking part in the class were, from left, front, Teresa Richmond, Jeana Parr and Tammy Rogers; and ...

Church seeks help expanding

HARRISVILLE — The Harrisville Methodist Church, founded in 1844 by the Rev. William Carl as a Methodist Episcopal Church, announces plans for a major expansion of its current facility. Known for its Bible-based teaching, music and welcoming congregation, the church has continued to grow, with one member sharing, “On our first visit, we knew this is where we needed to be. The people are so friendly.” The congregation of 104 members averages a weekly worship attendance of 100 people, officials stated, noting Sunday worship is held at 11 a.m., with men’s and women’s Bible ...

Dueling Pianos helps safe lives

WINTERSVILLE — Officials with the Jefferson County Humane Society are getting excited about their biggest fundraising event of the year, Dueling Pianos. Money raised during the March 14 event at the St. Florian Event Center will help the organization fund lifesaving programs that help ...

Amelia Ault Gains Community Chime Award

RICHMOND — Edison High School sophomore Amelia Ault's work in making 4-H activities more inclusive has gained her distinction with the Community Chime Award from Pathways for Inclusion. The Cadiz-based organization surprised Ault with the honor during the Feb. 12 unified sports ...

Sycamore annual fundraiser a success

STEUBENVILLE — More than 400 community members gathered for the Ohio Valley Youth Network and the Sycamore Youth Center’s annual fundraising banquet on Monday evening in the cafeteria of Steubenville High School. Those in attendance celebrated the organizations’ growth and its expanding ...