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The Upper Ohio Valley Museum in East Liverpool faces imminent closure due to financial difficulties, with only $8,000 remaining to cover operational costs. Director Michelle Roberts announced a grassroots fundraising effort, seeking community support to raise $20 from 1,000 residents to keep the museum open through the end of the year. If funds are not raised, the museum could close as early as December.
Dr. Amy Acton, a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Ohio governor, will deliver the keynote address at the Belmont County Democratic Party's 65th annual dinner on Thursday. Acton, who previously led the Ohio Department of Public Health during the COVID-19 pandemic, aims to engage with residents about their concerns prior to the dinner.
Weirton will hold its annual Fall Clean Up from October 6-10, exclusively for current city sanitation customers. Residents must place household goods curbside by 7 a.m. on their collection day, while construction materials and hazardous items are prohibited.
Wellsburg Council is considering a memorial for Gerald “Jerry” Davis, who died after his runaway truck plunged into the Ohio River on July 18. The council also approved establishing a single polling place for city elections, pending legal counsel input.
Brooke County officials will meet next Tuesday to discuss concerns about the county humane officer and the animal shelter. The meeting will include public input and aims to address interdepartmental issues involving the humane officer's interactions with other county departments.
Five members of the Disciples Women group from the First Christian Church in Weirton participated in the Women's Retreat at North Bend State Park from September 5-7. The event, themed "Experiencing God," featured speaker Rev. Nadine Burton and raised $1,000 for Facing Hunger, contributing to a total of $5,111 donated to local food banks over the past year.
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025-26 concert series with a 1920s-themed event titled Prohibition on Saturday at the Capitol Theatre. The concert features famous jazz hits and encourages attendees to wear period costumes, while a pre-concert fundraiser called Speakeasy in the Alley will offer tastings and entertainment.
Toronto Council received an update on the Cooper Building site, which has been demolished. The site, previously home to the Cooper Hardware Store and Francy Department Store, is undergoing redevelopment following its razing in August.
Steubenville City Council discussed ongoing water projects aimed at enhancing service and reducing outages. A $16.4 million initiative includes a new pump station and water tank, while a $22 million filtration plant upgrade awaits Ohio EPA approval.
Indian Creek High School revealed the candidates for homecoming queen, including Abbey Pendleton and Cheyenne Himelrick. The winner will be crowned during halftime at the football game against Brooke High School on Friday at Kettlewell Stadium. A parade will precede the game, starting at Blessed Sacrament Church at 5:30 p.m.