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Top-seeded Madonna defeated No. 9 seed Cameron in a decisive sweep during the Class A Region 1 quarterfinals, winning 25-14, 25-12, 25-5. The victory improved Madonna's record to 25-9-1 and secured their advancement to the regional semifinals. Head coach Jae Hissam praised the team's preparation and focus despite a lengthy wait before the match.
Ohioans can apply for home energy bill assistance through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program starting Monday until March 31 or until funds are depleted. Eligible households facing disconnection or with low incomes can receive help by scheduling an appointment with the Jefferson County CAC. Required documentation includes recent energy bills and proof of income for all household members.
Edison Local Board of Education members announced the nearing completion of a $330,000 safety lighting project at Edison High School and two elementary schools. The initiative, funded by a U.S. Department of Justice grant, aims to enhance safety through improved illumination and security systems. Completion of exterior lighting at Stanton and John Gregg Elementary schools is expected by the end of October.
Wellsburg Council plans to interview eight applicants for the city manager position on November 10 and 13. Mayor Dan Dudley aims to have a new manager in place by late November or early December to ensure a smooth transition with retiring City Manager Steve Maguschak. Discussions on council meeting frequency and potential election changes also took place during the meeting.
Two volunteer departments in Richmond and Rayland received grants from the NiSource Charitable Foundation's public safety program. The funding will enhance their training initiatives aimed at improving community and youth public safety education.
West Liberty University inaugurated its Appalachian Aquatic Conservation Center, becoming one of only four such facilities in U.S. universities. The center aims to hatch and release crayfish and spotted turtles to enhance wild populations, solidifying WLU's commitment to animal conservation.
A Weirton man, Joshua Hoit, received a sentence of 30 to 60 years for sexually abusing a child in his care. Hoit pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual abuse by a custodian, with more than 60 counts dismissed through a plea agreement. During the sentencing, he expressed remorse and indicated his willingness to undergo counseling.
Toronto voters will choose from four candidates for three at-large City Council seats in Tuesday's election. Incumbents Michael Burkey, Lawrence Glenn, and Ron Holmes face challenger Gregory Thornberry, who is a write-in candidate. Each candidate has outlined their priorities, including infrastructure improvements and fiscal stability.
Steubenville City Council voted 6-0, with one abstention, to recommend denying Brookfield Counseling and Recovery's request for a conditional use permit to operate a mental health facility due to proximity to an existing similar service. Community opposition included over 30 letters and concerns about safety and increased emergency calls, particularly given the facility's location near a school.
Jefferson County Road 15-A (Litten Road) closed for an embankment stabilization project, according to the Jefferson County Engineer’s Office. The closure will last until 3 p.m. Friday, prohibiting through traffic.