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Steubenville residents divided over proposed Dollar General store
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — A proposed Dollar General store in the vacant lot that sits on the corner of 4th and South streets in Steubenville is drawing mixed reaction. While some are for it, the potential development is being met with a petition created by resident Brodie Stutzman who wants to stop the development by the national chain.
Greenlight secures license to sell cannabis, launches sales
WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — A second business in the village of Wintersville now will be selling recreational marijuana following Ohio's voters approving recreational cannabis last year. Recreational use became legal Dec. 7, 2023 and licensed sales were able to begin on Aug. 6. Greenlight now holds a license to sell...
Steubenville to test some residential water meters amid high loss figures
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The city of Steubenville will be sending out 371 letters to random residential customers to complete meter testing. This is part of the water loss audit being performed to check the accuracy of the water meters. "We are under violation with Ohio EPA with our calculation...
Jefferson County Land Bank secures more than $660,000 for affordable housing projects
The Jefferson County Land Bank is receiving more than $660,000 from Welcome Home Ohio. The money is to be used for buying, repairing or building qualifying residences for income-eligible Ohioans. The money is part of more than $2 million being released to four counties for the program. Across the four...
Local officials respond to DOH on EMS traffic warning system, say initial response may have been meant for internal discussion
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Division of Highways has issued a reversal on the issue of a traffic warning system for the new EMS facility. A statement from the DOH says it is now open to finding the best solution for signs along Route 2, where ambulances will enter off of Pleasant Avenue. It […]
Brown joins steelworkers at future site of Cleveland-Cliffs Transformer Manufacturing Plant
WEIRTON, W.Va. — On Thursday, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) joined Cleveland-Cliffs leadership and USW Local 2911 members at the site of the future transformer manufacturing plant that Cleveland-Cliffs is building at its former tin mill in Weirton, West Virginia. This facility will employ workers from Jefferson County, Ohio, and the surrounding region. Cleveland-Cliffs announced the […]
West Virginia Department of Highway says they are in discussions to install emergency vehicle warning system along Route 2 after rejecting installation
The West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) says they are continuing to work with officials in Brooke County, West Virginia to come up with a solution to install signs at a new EMS facility being built on WV 2 in Wellsburg.
Steubenville to open new bulk water stations, boosting city revenue
STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — The city of Steubenville will soon be adding to its bulk water selling business. The city will soon have a bulk water filling station on Ohio 7 near the salt bin as well as at the Mr. Fuel gas station. This is something the city has been talking about for a while and now it's coming to fruition.
“Ohio and WV steelworkers make the best steel in the world,” Ohio senator says during visit in Weirton
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – Hundreds of steelworkers will be returning to work thanks to a $150 million investment by Cleveland Cliff’s to repurpose their Half Moon warehouse into a transformer facility. A move Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown helped make happen. Brown spent his Thursday afternoon visiting with Cleveland-Cliffs leadership and USW Local 2911 members at […]
YSU's plans for programs in Steubenville hit with roadblock due to litigation involving Eastern Gateway
Youngstown State University has hit a bump in the road in its plan to offer a full slate of certificate and degree programs in Steubenville. University Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Jennifer Pintar tells 21 News litigation involving Eastern Gateway Community College (EGCC) has restricted access to the buildings and equipment at Eastern Gateway's site.
Democratic candidates speak face-to-face with voters in West Virginia
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – We often see political ads and social media posts of candidates’ viewpoints throughout their campaign, but hearing from them firsthand can give a different perspective. That’s why as we approach the upcoming November election in West Virginia, the Hancock and Brooke County Democratic Executive Committees and Democratic Women brought several of […]
Jefferson County Road 26 closure starts Sept. 4 for major water line installation
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ohio — Starting Sept. 4, County Road 26 - also known as Coal Hill Road - will be closing as the Steubenville Water Department will be doing work. "It is part of the west end water improvement project,” water Superintendent Jim Jenkins said. “We are installing a new 12-inch line that runs up Coal Hill that will connect to the west end system and our downtown system. It is roughly 3,000 feet that we have to finish going up Coal Hill.”
Landscape ethicist to share global insights at Indian Creek High
WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — On Thursday at Indian Creek High School, the Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District has invited world-renowned landscape ethicist, author and photographer Rick Drake to present celebrating the strength and resilience of America's living landscapes. Drake will be speaking about different key projects in Jefferson County,...
Temporary FEMA offices in Ohio and Hancock counties will close on Friday
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – There is good news and bad news for anyone affected by the severe storms we experienced back on April 11th and 12th. The good news is the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has been extended to November 2nd. The bad news is if you want to talk to someone […]
Family Service offers transportation assistance for seniors and disabled individuals in Ohio County
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Transportation is often a huge challenge for seniors and disabled individuals. It could be a ride to a doctor’s appointment, the grocery store, or just picking up their car at the repair shop. Family Service of the Upper Ohio Valley has vans that can take people of all ability levels […]
Oglebay celebrates Labor Day with fireworks, skydivers, and live music
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Oglebay's Labor Day celebration will be happening all weekend long with things kicking off on Friday. The resort will have Fire Pit Fridays with live music, and on Saturday they have a full list of activities planned for families to enjoy. Events will take place...
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