Ohio County Sheriff Answers the Bell for Salvation Army

Ohio County Sheriff Nelson Croft spent some time Tuesday ringing the bell for the Salvation Army in front of the Walmart at The Highlands. Time still remains to donate to the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Drive. (Photo by Katie Redd)

Trump’s Artificial Intelligence Order Gets Bipartisan Pushback in Ohio

A Democrat and Republican lawmaker in Ohio are pushing back against President Donald Trump’s plan to take power from the state when it comes to artificial intelligence regulations. The two join a chorus of other state lawmakers and governors pushing back against Trump’s executive order that enacts national AI regulations and cracks down on states with stricter rules. State Sen. Louis Blessing III, R-Colerain Township, and Rep. Christine Cockley, D-Columbus, introduced a resolution condemning the executive order they say limits states’ rights. In a statement, Blessing called ...

Longtime Martins Ferry Council President Bids Farewell After 25 Years

Martins Ferry said farewell to longtime council president Kristine Davis on Monday evening. Davis did not seek re-election in November after serving the city for 25 years. During the special meeting on Monday, Mayor John Davies and council let her know that she will be missed, surprising ...

Chester Lines Up 2026 Municipal Election With Hancock County Election

Working ahead of the requirements under a law enacted earlier this year, the City of Chester and Hancock County Commission approved a memorandum of understanding Monday which would see the two entities jointly conduct the city’s election. As part of their regular meeting, held Monday ...

Holiday Splendor Luncheon, Style Show Marks 23 Years

Christmas. It is the season of giving. It is the time when people express their love for one another. And perhaps no one knows more about giving than those involved in the Wintersville Women’s Club. While the club’s members give back to the community throughout the entire year, ...