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Franciscan to host webinars STEUBENVILLE — Franciscan University of Steubenville will host a three-part public webinar series introducing the mission and vision of its Institute for the Study of Man and Woman and exploring the nature of man and woman through theology, natural science and the social sciences. Presented in collaboration with the university’s Catechetical Institute, the introductory-level series offers an accessible, inter-disciplinary framework for beginning to understand Christian anthropology in light of contemporary cultural, scientific and social ...

Church sermon topics

• Bell Chapel United Methodist Church, Steubenville: The 10 a.m. sermon will be “Everybody, Always: Three Minutes at a Time,” given by the Rev. Seth Filburn. • Cove Presbyterian Church, Weirton: The 11 a.m. sermon will be “In God We Trust,” given by the Rev. Lee Clark. • Finley Church, Steubenville: The 10:45 a.m. sermon will be “Come to the Mountaintop.” The 6 p.m. sermon will be “Jesus, Our Brother,” from the sermon series, “Simply Better.” The Rev. Greg Kasler will lead both services. • Harmony Church of Mingo Junction: “The Upper Room Discourse,” ...

Trinity to hold Crimson Connections event

STEUBENVILLE — Trinity Health System is inviting the community to attend a special celebration regarding heart health during its fifth-annual Crimson Connections for the Heart event at 11 a.m. March 20 at St. Florian Hall in Wintersville. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit the Trinity Health System Foundation Cardiology Capital Fund, helping to advance heart care in the region. Tickets are $40 per person and available through March 19. Several sponsorship levels are available, as well, ranging from table sponsors at $500 to specialized stations, including the Crimson ...

Oglebay Institute announces events

WHEELING— The Oglebay Institute has announced several upcoming events for the community to enjoy throughout the winter. The events will be held at the Stifel Fine Arts Center. To purchase tickets or make reservations for any and all event, call (304) 242-7700. • The bluegrass band Old Hometown will perform at 7 p.m. Feb. 7. Presented by the Mountain Moon Coffeehouse, doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with music to begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $20 or $15 for Oglebay Institute members. Admission includes coffee, tea and light snacks. Beer, wine, soft drinks and merchandise will be ...

Campus News

West Virginia Northern Community College WHEELING — West Virginia Northern Community College announced those local students who have been named to the President’s List and the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, students must maintain a 4.0 grade-point average and take a minimum of 12 credit hours. Area students making the list included: Elizabeth Meneely, Bergholz; Austin Luff, Mingo Junction; Keeley Day, Richmond; Gia Dettorre, Steubenville; Mark Goodrich, Steubenville; Alexander Hermann, Steubenville; Kamryn Sears, ...

Celebrating 100 days

Students in the Steubenville City School District celebrated 100 days of school Jan. 28. A variety of activities highlighted the occasion. Those at East Garfield Elementary School, above, did a dinosaur-themed “100 Days of Discovery: Digging, Discovering and Learning Together.” Children ...