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Sinclair Building Targeted For ‘Public Nuisance’ Designation

STEUBENVILLE — The city of Steubenville wants a judge to declare the 111-year-old Sinclair Building at Fourth and Market streets a “public nuisance.” The petition, filed Tuesday in Jefferson County Common Pleas Court, asks the court to force the owners to repair the building or demolish ...

Bids Open for New Belmont County Animal Shelter

ST. CLAIRSVILLE – Bids have opened for the new Belmont County Animal Shelter. On Wednesday, the Belmont County Commissioners passed a motion to advertise for bids for the new facility. “Today really is, in a way, a landmark day for us and a happy day for us because we're going to go out ...

End of an Era as Trick Horse Blitz Retires at Belmont County Fair

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — The Belmont County Fair Rodeo saw the end of an era Thursday night. Union Local High School sophomore Eme Martin spent the evening retiring her longtime horse, Blitz, during the fair’s rodeo. Blitz is a 28-year-old trick-riding horse owned by Martin’s mentor, Union ...

Willow Glen Capital Names Eric Mauck COO

Willow Glen Capital LLC announced Wednesday that Eric Mauck has joined the organization as chief operating officer, bringing more than three decades of executive leadership experience to support the continued growth and performance of Willow Glen and its portfolio of businesses. In his role, ...

Rides, Rodeo and Demolition Derby Highlight Belmont County Fair

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Hold onto your hats, the rides at the 177th annual Belmont County Fair are operational for people of all ages. The rides opened to the public at 5 p.m. Wednesday and will continue through the entirety of the fair. The ride hours will be Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday ...

Weirton Seeking Youth Council Applicants

WEIRTON — The City of Weirton is seeking its next group of youthful advisers. Applications currently are being accepted for those interested in taking part in the 2026-2027 term of the Weirton Youth Council. “The last day to apply is Sept. 14,” explained Ward 5 Councilwoman Brittany Holloway during Tuesday's meeting of Weirton Council. Holloway serves as one of the advisers for the program, which was started as a pilot program in 2025 and renewed in the spring. According to the application packet, the Weirton Youth Council “provides young people with a direct means of ...