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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 ...

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 ...

Quaker Day festival Sept. 26 in Richmond

RICHMOND — This marks a special year for the Richmond Historical Society's Quaker Day festivities on Sept. 26, with a time capsule dedication marking the 200th anniversary of the Crew House, home to the organization's museum. The time capsule will be dedicated at noon during the society's ...

Sermon topics

• Cadiz Presbyterian Church: "On the Run!" • Cove Presbyterian Church: "Are We Paying Attention?" • Finley Church: "Everything for God's Glory," 10:45 a.m.; "In the Beginning — Faith," 6 p.m. • First Christian Church Disciples of Christ: "Last or First ... It Doesn't Matter" • Harmony Church of Mingo Junction: "The Grapes of Grace" • Memorial Baptist Church: "Have Mercy!" • St. Paul's Church: "It's Like" • Wintersville Methodist Church: "Jesus Calms the Storm" • Zion UCC: "God's Economy"

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Spaghetti dinner planned MINGO JUNCTION — Rosemont Chapel, located at the corner of Williams Boulevard and Goulds Road, will hold a spaghetti dinner from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. The menu will include spaghetti and meat sauce, bread, a beverage and a desert/ The cost is $10 or adults and $5 for children under 12. Dine-in and carryout options will be available. Auditions set for final ‘Wooden Heart Follies’ STEUBENVILLE — Auditions for the sixth and final production of the holiday musical “Wooden Heart Follies” will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sept. 24 and 1-3 ...