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Dee Jay’s marks 20 years at current location

WEIRTON — Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille is celebrating its 20th anniversary at 380 Three Springs Drive. To commemorate this significant milestone, the restaurant is hosting a special event with throwback pricing and extended discounts for three days of dining. On Monday, customers are invited to indulge in the nostalgia of Dee Jay’s early days with throwback pricing all day long. It’s a one-day-only opportunity for patrons to enjoy classic favorites at prices reminiscent of 2004. But the celebration doesn’t stop there — Dee Jay’s is extending the festivities to April ...

John Gregg entrepreneurs achieve success

BERGHOLZ — Fifth- and sixth-graders at John Gregg Elementary School have found success as young entrepreneurs after raising more than $1,000 at a recent event. The students peddled hand-made goods at an entrepreneur’s market held during the school art show on March 14, and it not only ...

Area McDonald’s to be among the first to offer Krispy Kreme

PITTSBURGH — Nothing hits the spot quite like a fresh, melt-in-your-mouth doughnut paired with a McCafe coffee…and now, McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme have a sweet update for doughnut fans across the Tri-State Area and around the country. The Golden Arches and Krispy Kreme are teaming up for a national expansion. Fans will soon begin spotting Krispy Kreme doughnuts in local McDonald’s restaurants because this region is first among the phased market rollout across the country. Nationwide availability at participating restaurants is expected by the end of 2026. Three of Krispy ...

Harvey Mine hosts mock rescue drill

WEST FINLEY, Pa. — A fire in an underground coal mine is among the most dangerous hazards miners face. On March 22, Consol Energy Inc. held a simulated emergency at Harvey Mine BMX Portal in West Finley, Pa., to ensure that, if there is an emergency, responders will be prepared. What ...

Marshall takes over as Indian Creek’s food service director

WINTERSVILLE — Nicole Marshall once roamed the halls of Indian Creek Local Schools as a student, but today she is back as the district’s new food service director. Marshall, a native of Mingo Junction and 2006 Indian Creek High School graduate, began her new role in February and helps ...

Jefferson County ESC a high achiever again

STEUBENVILLE — The Jefferson County Educational Service Center has once again proved itself a boon to its member school districts through savings on programs and services. The state has designated the ESC as high performing for the 2023-2024 school year. This marks the seventh straight year. Superintendent Chuck Kokiko said hitting this mark is part of JCESC’s mission and a sign of successful progress. “It was a requirement of ESCs to go through this process to be deemed a high-performing ESC,” he said. “We’ve got to select five programs. We have to then look at the ...