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NEW AGENT: Brandi Brown has joined the lineup of real estate agents at Cedar One Realty. She describes herself as a proud mom to six children and an avid enthusiast of rural living. Brown manages a hobby farm. She said the lifestyle taught her the value of hard work, patience and the simple pleasures of nature. She said she recently discovered her passion for real estate and has found immense fulfillment in helping others achieve their dream of homeownership. Brown said living in a rural area allows her to enjoy the close-knit community and actively participate in local events ...

Uber-like platform for lawn care launched in Steubenville

STEUBENVILLE — City residents looking for a trusted landscaping professional can now utilize an online platform that simplifies the search and payment process, following its launch in Steubenville Wednesday, a company official said. GreenPal is a free app and website for conveniently ...

Trinity Health System names nursing excellence award winners

STEUBENVILLE — Felicia Corabi and Shilah Pace have been named as recipients of this yeaar’s nursing excellence awards by Trinity Health System. Corabi, a registered nurse in the case management department of Trinity Medical Center West, and Pace, a registered nurse at Trinity Twin City ...

JCBDD learns how important its services are

STEUBENVILLE — Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities administrators and staff learned how vital their services are throughout the lifetime of their clients during a presentation on April 30. Kari Jones, president and CEO of Elevate DD, addressed more than 20 people in the Jeffco Center and shared how important services are to families that require assistance. Jones said the Columbus-based Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio assisted families for the past 40 years and was rebranded as Elevate DD, creating a platform for advocacy, education and innovation for the ...

Auto wrecking business has been going strong since 1955

MINGO JUNCTION — While taking a drive southbound along state Route 7 just south of Mingo Junction, looking out the window to the right will afford one a glimpse of Rocky’s Auto Wrecking. Located at 612 county Road 74, Rocky’s is a family owned auto parts salvaging business that has ...

Valley Hospice receives $293K from estate of late educator

RAYLAND — The legacy of the late Harold E. Vitalie will live on thanks to his generous contributions to local organizations. A celebration of Vitalie’s life was held May 6 at Perkins in Moundsville, where nearly $1.5 million was bequeathed to four organizations. Valley Hospice is ...