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Classmates from Steubenville High School's Class of 1960 celebrated their 65th reunion at the Steubenville Country Club on June 28. This gathering may be the group's final reunion, as they have met every five years since their first reunion in 1970.
Brooke County Commissioners announced plans to revive a county planning commission to address land use and zoning issues. The commission aims to update the county's comprehensive plan, which has not been revised since 2013, to better support local development and grant applications.
Weirton’s water treatment plant will undergo system switchovers to double its treatment capacity from 4 million to 8 million gallons per day. The $40 million upgrade, managed by Triton Construction, is over 40% complete and aims for substantial completion by January. Notifications will be issued to inform customers about the scheduled switches and any potential effects.
Steubenville City Council plans to hear a proposal from a developer to establish a Dollar General on the vacant Grant school site in the South End. Mayor Jerry Barilla highlighted the economic benefits, including job creation and land reclamation, although some council members expressed concerns about the health implications of the store's offerings.
Follansbee, Brooke County, and Weirton police charged multiple individuals with offenses including driving under the influence and theft over the weekend. Notably, a woman faced felony theft charges for attempting to steal nearly $2,500 in merchandise from Wal-Mart. Local authorities responded to various incidents, including public intoxication and suspicious activity.
Investigators identified six victims of a plane crash in Howland, Ohio, including prominent community members James Weller and pilot Joseph Maxin. The twin-engine Cessna 441 Conquest crashed shortly after taking off from Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport, prompting an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Several communities in the region have scheduled fireworks displays for the upcoming holiday weekend. Notable events include shows in Wells Township, Steubenville, and Weirton, with the first display set for Thursday at dusk. Residents can enjoy multiple displays through July 12 at various locations.
Steubenville Fire Chief Carlo Capaldi will retire on July 17 after 33 years of service. Assistant Chief Robert Ribar will succeed him, with appointments for Capt. Seve Schaefer and Firefighter Robert Gaffney also taking effect on July 18. City Council members raised concerns about the malfunctioning splash pad in Jim Wood Park during the meeting.
Jefferson County has received multiple marriage applications, featuring couples from various locations, including California, Texas, and Pennsylvania. Notable applications include those from Steubenville, highlighting a local trend in marriage filings.
Weirton dedicated new banners honoring local veterans who were prisoners of war or made the ultimate sacrifice. The ceremony featured 13 banners at Brooke-Hancock County Veterans Memorial Park, with room for more in the future. Councilman Tim Connell, a Navy veteran, led the initiative and encouraged families of qualifying veterans to participate.