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Follansbee looks to adjust its election schedule

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FOLLANSBEE — Follansbee officials are planning a change to the city charter in an effort to meet state-mandated adjustments to the municipal election schedule. Under advice from City Attorney Michael Gaudio, Follansbee Council agreed Monday to retain the Gurrera Law Office in Weirton for assistance in implementing the charter change. Mayor Scott McMahon explained the amendment, still in the early stages of development, is being pursued in an effort to meet the requirements of Senate Bill 50, approved by the West Virginia Legislature in April 2025. “This is for the election ...

For the birds — and Jefferson County

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BLOOMINGDALE — The first Jefferson County birding trail site will be dedicated Saturday at Hellbender Preserve. Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District Project Manager Aaron Dodds said they'll unveil new "Jefferson County Birding Trail" signage, then take visitors on a guided tour of ...

Weir Memorial Park flexes new addition

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WEIRTON — A new amenity will soon be ready for use at one of Weirton's major parks. After close to a year of planning, an outdoor fitness court developed in partnership with the National Fitness Campaign has been installed at Margaret Manson Weir Memorial Park in the city's Marland Heights ...

Clum takes best in show at Steubenville Art Association exhibit

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STEUBENVILLE — James Clum enjoys telling stories with brushes, oil paints and a canvas. His style, the Steubenville resident said, is historical realism. On Thursday night, his work, "Wyatt Earp and John Clum," was named best in show when the Steubenville Art Association opened its 77th ...

Jefferson County Democrats open new downtown office

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STEUBENVILLE — The Jefferson County Democratic Party has opened a new office in downtown Steubenville, giving residents a place to stop in, talk about the issues affecting their families and communities and become more involved in the civic life of Jefferson County. Although the office will ...

JVS cosmetology students prepare open salon

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BLOOMINGDALE — Students in the cosmetology program are busy learning their trade, but seniors will have a chance to use their skills on the public when the salon opens Oct. 5. Instructor Brianne Schoolcraft said the salon will be available Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ...