ICHS to present ‘Mamma Mia’

Get ready for a toe-tapping good time as Indian Creek High School brings the Broadway smash hit “Mamma Mia!” to the stage.

The jukebox musical, which is based on the 1970s and 80s hits of the Swedish band, ABBA, with books, music, and lyrics by members Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, will be presented on April 30-May 3 in the auditorium with song-filled pre-shows precluding the performances to set the mood. The curtains will rise on April 30-May 2 with the pre-shows at 6 p.m. and the play at 7 p.m., as well as on May 3 with the pre-show starting at 5 p.m. and the production to follow at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $7 for students and will be sold at the door.

Performing Arts instructor Robert Zinsmeister said the pre-shows will give students a chance to shine as they sing and dance to other popular songs from the era. Senior Ava Christian will direct the play as her capstone project and audiences will enjoy the disco tunes and chaotic plot that ensue.

Wellseley Ave. tree removal continues

Starting on Monday and continuing through Wednesday, Wellesley Avenue Extension between Franklin Avenue and Carnegie Street in Steubenville will be closed to all traffic from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This closure is necessary to perform tree removal work, weather permitting. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and allow extra time to reach their destination. No detour will be posted.

Wellsville resident to perform in Mount Union spring concert

The University of Mount Union Department of Performing Arts will present a Spring Concert featuring the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble on Wednesday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Brush Performance Hall in the Giese Center for the Performing Arts. The concert will feature works by Jaime Texidor, Frank Ticheli, Steven Reineke, Johann Strauss and others.

Samantha Drysdale of Wellsville will perform as part of the concert. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Office of Visual and Performing Arts at 330-823-2180.

Ohio 7 resurfacing starts Monday

Work will begin Monday on a project to resurface nearly seven miles of Ohio 7 from Brilliant to University Boulevard in Steubenville. The contractor will begin work in Steubenville near University Boulevard to repair a section of concrete along Ohio 7 southbound. Once the repair work is complete, pavement repairs and resurfacing work will follow.

During the project, one lane of traffic will be maintained in both directions on Ohio 7. The completion date is October 31, 2026.

Library board to meet

The Board of Trustees for the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will meet on Tuesday, April 14, at 4 p.m. at the Main Library located at 407 South Fourth Street in downtown Steubenville. If you would like to speak during the public comment period, visit or call the Main Library at 740-282-9782 to sign up by noon Monday, April 13.