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The Seven Ranges Joint Fire District is set to hold its regular meeting today at 7 p. m. at the 911 building in Wintersville. In Brilliant, the American Legion Post 573 is organizing a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at 10 a. m.

Thursday, with Commander Stan Oren as the guest speaker. The East Springfield Community Center will offer a fundraising dinner from 4 p. m. to 6 p. m.

on Thursday, featuring a meal for $12. This dinner aims to foster community involvement and support local initiatives. In a notable effort, McDonald's restaurants across the Tri-State Area will donate 10 percent of all digital sales on Thursday to local first responders and veteran organizations, marking the first time such a fundraiser is held. Each participating McDonald's has selected a local organization to benefit, with a minimum donation of $250. Additionally, Gus's Goodies will celebrate its 90th anniversary with an open house on Sept.

20, welcoming community members to join the festivities. These events highlight the community's commitment to honoring service members and supporting local organizations.

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Weirton city officials are hosting a toy and food drive through December 5 to support local families in need. Donations will benefit the Brooke-Hancock Family Resource Network and the Salvation Army, with collection boxes placed throughout the city. Assistant City Manager DeeAnn Pulliam emphasized the community's commitment to helping those in need.

Firm selected to represent Hancock County Schools in social media lawsuit

Hancock County Schools officials plan to join a nationwide lawsuit addressing social media's impact on youth mental health. The school board selected the Weirton-based law firm Frankovitch, Anetakis, Simon, Decapio & Pearl for representation due to its experience with class-action lawsuits. Superintendent Dan Enich noted that many West Virginia schools are considering similar actions.

Big decision ahead for electricity costs

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