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A Hart Research poll shows Democrat Dr. Amy Acton leading Republican Vivek Ramaswamy by one point in the Ohio gubernatorial race, with Acton at 46% and Ramaswamy at 45%. This close result, within the poll's margin of error, indicates a competitive election ahead.
Toronto Council received an update on plans for an amphitheater at the former Cooper Hardware site. Mayor John Parker announced that the city aims to create a venue for summer concerts, with initial funding secured from the Charles and Thelma Pugliese Foundation and county grants.
The Wellsburg Christmas parade will take place at 10 a.m. on November 22, marking a shift to a new date and time under the Brooke County Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade will feature high school marching bands, floats, and a Christmas Market, with a theme honoring local veterans.
Ohio State remains the top team in the College Football Playoff rankings, as confirmed in the latest release on November 12, 2025. The decision sparked discussions regarding Indiana's placement at No. 2, just ahead of Texas A&M. The top three teams—Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M—maintained their positions following the Week 2 rankings.
Steubenville City Council deliberated on whether to proceed with repairing a shelter in Beatty Park after discovering potential costs could exceed $230,000. Despite concerns over the city's budget, council members agreed to seek bids for the project rather than abandon it. They emphasized the importance of addressing the shelter's deterioration to avoid escalating expenses.
The Weirton Chapter of Church Women United held its World Community Day meeting at Shiloh Apostolic Church, focusing on the theme "I Want to Be a Follower of Christ." Nine women from six local churches attended, and Diane Pastoric donated healthy snacks to the Weirton Christian Center. The next gathering is scheduled for December 5 at St. Thomas Church.
Mike Tomlin expressed confidence in Aaron Rodgers' ability to recover from a poor performance in the Steelers' 25-10 loss to the Chargers. The Steelers struggled on third downs, converting only 21% in recent games, prompting Tomlin to emphasize the need for better offensive execution.
Follansbee American Legion Post 45 held a Veterans Day service to honor military sacrifices and announced a new operational base donated by local dentist Dr. Michael Pippo. The post's previous headquarters suffered a roof collapse, prompting community support for its meetings and future reconstruction efforts.
Veterans Day serves as a reminder for Americans to honor those who served in the military. The guest column emphasizes the importance of recognizing veterans' sacrifices throughout the year. It highlights a personal experience of celebrating a veteran's 100th birthday, reinforcing the unifying significance of the holiday.
Wintersville’s American Legion Stevens-Christian Post 557 Woman’s Auxiliary hosted a breakfast for veterans on Saturday, celebrating Veterans Day. Attendees enjoyed a meal featuring eggs, sausage, and pastries, with several local leaders in attendance, including auxiliary president Melissa Cochran. The event highlighted community support for veterans.