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Steubenville Council discussed plans for an inclusive playground at Jim Wood Park and a potential Dollar General store at the former Grant School lot. The council is considering a $10,000 agreement with Unlimited Play to develop the playground, which aims to cater to children of all abilities. Local business owner Mark Nelson raised concerns about the appropriateness of selling city property for a Dollar General store.
Members of the Red Hat Sassie Lassies gathered at Undo’s restaurant in Weirton on August 20, 2025, for an afternoon of food and camaraderie. Attendees included Karen Kuhn, Carla Colson, and Linda Walter among others. The event highlighted the group's commitment to community and social engagement.
Follansbee Swim Team won the Ohio Valley Swim League Championship with 3,148 points and secured victories at the Cindy Smith Invitational and Martins Ferry Aquatic Club Invitational. The team received recognition from the Follansbee Council during a meeting attended by coaches and local officials. Top point earners included Alekos Cole and Cooper Williams.
The Fidelis Gamma Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Organization for Women Educators convened in Weirton on August 7 with 14 members present. President-elect Donna Durkin discussed upcoming events, including a Tri-Chapter Christmas Party, and encouraged members to submit names for new membership.
Indian Creek defeated Buckeye Local in a volleyball match, winning 25-18, 25-20, 25-14 in their home opener. Indian Creek's coach Crystal Hammack noted her team's improvement after a previous loss, while Buckeye Local's coach Abbey Wilson emphasized the need for her team to learn how to finish matches.
Wintersville resident Blair Allison competes in the swine show at the 154th Jefferson County Fair, which runs through Sunday in Smithfield. Allison hopes to earn the grand champion title with her pigs, Bullseye and Boss, during the showmanship event starting at 4:30 p.m. today.
State Sen. Ryan Weld presented a $14,000 Local Economic Development Assistance grant to improve the Brooke-Hancock County Veterans Memorial Park during a Weirton Council meeting. The funding will support enhancements at the park, benefiting local veterans and the community.
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 14-0, marking their 11th consecutive victory. Sal Frelick and Brice Turang each homered, while Freddy Peralta pitched six innings, allowing only three hits. This win extends Milwaukee's lead in the NL Central to 7.5 games.
Aim Women’s Center in Steubenville received nearly $1 million in grants from the Ohio Parenting and Pregnancy Program to enhance services for expectant parents. The funding, part of a $20 million initiative benefiting 21 organizations, will support case management, housing, and counseling services. Executive Director Rebekah Cohen Morris emphasized that this funding will amplify their efforts to assist women in crisis pregnancies.
Brooke County commissioners appointed Sheriff’s Deputy Jaetin Popish as the new humane officer for one year, following a request from Sheriff Rich Beatty. County Prosecuting Attorney Allison Cowden raised concerns about the dual roles of Popish, particularly regarding oversight in animal neglect investigations.