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Pair of local school districts among those receiving funds from state program
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced Wednesday $88 million for several Ohio school districts as part of the Appalachian Community Innovation Centers Program. The Indian Creek Local School District will be receiving a little more than $6.5 million, which will go towards a new 14,000 square foot facility at Hills Elementary school. This will add a walk in health and mental health clinic and day treatment programs, new space for an alternative school, Ohio Means Jobs services, and life skills training.
Jefferson County hosts 'Let's Educate' to discuss education and training opportunities
HARRISON COUNTY, Ohio — The Jefferson County Community Action Council hosted "Let’s Educate," a session at Wallace Lodge at Sally Buffalo Park in Cadiz on Wednesday. The event was an opportunity to learn about educational and training opportunities from schools and employers, as well as financing your education.
Steubenville's Belleview Park pool closing just Wednesday for leak test
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Steubenville City Manager Jim Mavromatis announced at Tuesday night’s city council meeting that the Belleview Park pool will be closed on just Wednesday. This is to have a leak test conducted on the pool to determine if it has any leaks. On Sunday, for Father’s...
Steubenville set for economic surge with Greek festival and Dean Martin event
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Considering the busy week Steubenville is about to have, the city is expecting to see an economic boost as a result. The 3-day Holy Trinity Greek Festival’s arrival on Wednesday usually means about 20,000 people will visit. And the Dean Martin Festival will bring in...
Steubenville intensifies parking enforcement ahead of popular festivals
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Preparations are underway as its set to be a busy week in downtown Steubenville with the Greek Fest and Dean Martin Festival. That represents a lot of people in one area, one that is already besieged by illegally parked tractor trailers. They were found to...
Weirton residents plea for relief from relentless Jake brake noise
WEIRTON, W.Va. — Residents along Beverly Avenue off Freedom way in Weirton say they have been facing a loud issue -- trucks using Jake brakes. Joe Smith has lived in the same house for decades and hears the sounds of trucks' Jake brakes every day. The noise, he says,...
Hancock County receives $6.5 million boost for vital sewer system overhaul
HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. — The West Virginia IJDC has approved $6.5 million for the Hancock County Public Service District. The funding will add to the $17 million sewer project that will improve the Newell system. In 2020, the Newell Company filed a petition to be determined a failing utility.
Steubenville committee addresses city beautification
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Steubenville City Council hosted a Pride Committee meeting Tuesday night to discuss overgrown weeds and how they make the city look. Committee Chairwoman Heather Hoover showed multiple spots throughout the city that she considers an eyesore and wants to address the issue. "Right outside our front...
Follansbee city council members address pool party pricing concerns
FOLLANSBEE, W.Va. (WTRF) – With school out and summer in full swing, the City of Follansbee recently shared the pricing for those wanting to have pool parties at the city pool. However, the public has expressed concern after the city posted on social media that the minimum cost of a party would be $420 – […]
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