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Oak Glen defeated Wheeling Central 5-4 to win the Class AA, Region 1, Section 1 championship after a tough regular season. Coach Sherrie Garner credited their challenging schedule for their resilience, as the team overcame a previous loss to the same opponent. Key performances included Riley Bruce's leadoff home run and a strong pitching effort from Mattie Carney.
Steubenville's Republican mayoral race remains tight, with Ralph Petrella leading Kimberly Hahn by just 10 votes after unofficial results. Provisional and absentee ballots could sway the final count, with a possible nine-vote shift, leaving Petrella with a narrow lead. Final results will be certified by the Jefferson County Board of Elections on Friday.
Brooke County school officials honored Ash Leigh Negri as Teacher of the Year for her engaging teaching style and dedication to her students. Additionally, Rick Schoonmaker received recognition as Service Personnel Member of the Year for his commitment as a bus driver. Both educators are now candidates for West Virginia Teacher of the Year.
Harding Middle School's Drama Club will perform “The Wizard of Oz” on May 16-17 at Steubenville High School, featuring a cast of 109 students. Tickets are priced at $10 for adults and $8 for students, with a matinée for elementary students on May 15. Director Abby Macre highlighted the collaboration with high school Thespians and tech classes, enhancing the production experience.
Alec Burleson’s two-run double propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. Matthew Liberatore struck out eight in seven innings, securing his third win of the season, while Paul Skenes suffered his fourth loss against the Cardinals. The win marked the Cardinals' fourth consecutive victory.
A Steubenville man, Chad Allen Keyser, pleaded guilty to DUI causing death, facing 3 to 15 years in prison. Keyser was under the influence of heroin and other substances when his vehicle crashed, resulting in the death of his passenger, Christine Michelle Shannon. His driver's license may be revoked for 10 years after incarceration.
Carlos Santana's three-run homer in the sixth inning propelled the Cleveland Guardians to a 9-1 victory over the Washington Nationals, splitting a doubleheader. The Guardians scored a total of 18 runs in the twinbill, despite losing the first game 10-9. Cleveland's Ben Lively allowed just one run over 5 1/3 innings, while the Nationals struggled with wild pitches throughout the game.
Toronto voters approved a bond issue for $3.5 million to fund two new fire trucks for the Fire Department. The measure received 62.84% support, ensuring the replacement of aging equipment essential for maintaining community safety.
Jefferson County election workers reported a voter turnout of approximately 9.66 percent in the recent election, with 45,922 registered voters. The results reflect ongoing engagement challenges in local elections.
The East Springfield Community and Recreation Service Center will host a fundraising dinner on May 9 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for $12 per person, featuring a menu of creamed chicken, mashed potatoes, and more. Additionally, Steubenville High School will conduct a mattress sale on May 17 to support its Big Red Pride initiative.