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Family Roots Farm receives kudos at international event

WELLSBURG — While the clan behind Family Roots Farm had traveled to Sturbridge, Mass., primarily to spread the word about resources available to maple farmers like themselves but they returned with a sweet surprise. Their maple sugar was named the best among entries in a contest held ...

Woodsfield Savings Bank expands into Cadiz

CADIZ — Officials cut the ribbon for the Cadiz branch of Woodsfield Savings Bank on Jan. 12. Bank President and CEO Tracey Craig started by thanking newly elected Mayor Kevin Jones and village officials for their support. “We’re excited for a new business to come to our village. ...

Business group names leaders

CADIZ — The Cadiz Business Association announced the appointment of its new leadership team, set to take office this month. The group said the incoming leaders bring a wealth of experience, dedication and fresh perspectives to steer the association toward continued success and community impact. Tate Blanchard, a figure in the local business community, was elected as the association’s president because of his track record of leadership and commitment to fostering economic growth, the association announced in a news release. The association’s mission is to support and empower ...

Jefferson Co. JVS student’s business goes to the dogs

BLOOMINGDALE — One local student has turned her love for animals into a growing business by creating homemade treats for the four-legged friends. Kenzie Everhart, a senior at Edison High School, takes part in the animal science program at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School and ...

Llewellyn named BHN DD superintendent

ST. CLAIRSVILLE — Gloria Llewellyn has been named new superintendent of the Belmont, Harrison and Noble County Boards of Developmental Disabilities. A proven leader with 30 years of experience in the developmental disabilities field, Llewellyn, a Steubenville resident, was hired as ...

Students at Franciscan University win Award of Excellence for filmmaking

STEUBENVILLE — The Broadcast Education Association awarded the Franciscan University of Steubenville’s student filmmaking club, G-6 Productions, an Award of Excellence for their film, “Split Pearls,” in the 2023 BEA’s national 48-Hour Film Contest. “The students did a fantastic job, and I could not be prouder of them,” said David Schaefer, professor of communication arts and faculty adviser to the student film club. “It took excellent talent, organization and determination to create this award-winning film in only 48 hours.” Students Dan Musacchio and Maria Resuta ...