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JVS programs available for students

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BLOOMINGDALE – Space is still available for high school students looking for career options at the Jefferson County Joint Vocational School. Principal/Supervisor Heather Hoover said openings remained in select programs and space was limited, but students still have an opportunity to apply. The JVS offers 18 career-technical education (CTE) programs, including animal science management, auto collision, auto service technology, carpentry, computer networking technologies, cosmetology, criminal justice, culinary arts, early childhood education, electrical trades, health technologies, ...

Scholarship honors the 'life and legacy' of Ellen Hunt

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The Ellen Hunt Memorial Scholarship honors the life and legacy of Ellen Hunt, a dedicated lifetime member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 557. Ellen’s unwavering commitment to service, community, and support of veterans embodies the core values of the American Legion Auxiliary. This ...

Hancock Schools review personnel moves

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NEW CUMBERLAND — Monday’s meeting of the Hancock County Board of Education focused heavily on personnel matters. Jennifer Marchese, director of personnel, led Monday’s meeting in place of Superintendent Walter Saunders, who joined by telephone. She reminded those in attendance that all ...

Briefs

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Medal ceremony planned SMITHFIELD — The Jefferson County Veterans Association will host a formal ceremony revealing the Veterans Administration Medal of Honor headstone for Cpl. Fred B. McGee beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday. It will take place at the Northern Cemetery adjacent to the Smithfield America Legion, 1075 Main St. Jefferson County Sheriff Fred Abdalla Jr. county Commissioner Eric Timmons will speak, and McGee's grandson, Riley will read his citation, JCVA adjutant, Barry Bardone, will discuss the journey to get McGee the medal. Thomas Graham will sing the national ...

Dinner held

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Contributed Members of the Wintersville Methodist Church youth group held a free community dinner event inside the Center for Hope at the church earlier this month.

Bringing YSU to Steubenville

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STEUBENVILLE — Even though she has been on the job for just a little more than a week, Jen Board says she is looking forward to getting Youngstown State University Steubenville up and running. "I'm excited to be here this week and rolling up my sleeves and figuring out what we need to do ...