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Great American Rail-Trail bike tour rolls into Steubenville

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STEUBENVILLE — Locals are rolling out the welcome mat this week for the Great American Rail-Trail’s fifth annual bike tour, which this year will bring about 40 cyclists from Pittsburgh to Weirton and points beyond via the Panhandle Trail. Kevin Belle, project director for the Great American Rail-Trail at Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, has said riders will have a chance to experience the trail for themselves in hopes of getting people talking about it “in ways that will highlight its economic development potential as well as tourism, outdoor recreation and public health ...

Brooke County Fair provides a variety of entertainment

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WELLSBURG — Whether you want to check out some animals or other agricultural attractions, sample a variety of fair cuisine, ride some rides or check out some professional wrestling, the Brooke County Fair has something for just about everyone. The annual fair kicked off Friday at Brooke ...

25 Years Later, Still Praying

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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

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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

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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 ...