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Silicon Foundation official answers all questions offered by local leaders

WHEELING – Local officials met for an informational session Wednesday to learn about Silicon Foundation's plan for the former Centre Foundry & Machine Company property in Warwood, which over the past week has generated an avalanche of public speculation and concern over data center ...

Four indicted by Jefferson County grand jurors

STEUBENVILLE — A Richmond woman who allegedly punched a man after the truck pull at the 2025 Jefferson County Fair was among four people indicted by a Jefferson County grand jury Wednesday. Grand jurors indicted Kyleigh Marie McConnell, 225 Cherie Ave., Richmond, on a misdemeanor assault charge. Authorities allege McConnell, 36, took two swings at the victim after the truck pull on Aug. 15, striking him first on the side of the face and the second time connecting with his nose, which was broken. The victim, substantially older than McConnell, had been concerned about her male ...

United in art

Craig Howell A new mural is taking shape on the north wall of the Strip Steel Credit Union building, 3316 Main St., Weirton. Outlines for the mural include depictions of the logos of branches from the United States military, as well as an American flag and other elements.

FOR SUNDAY: History in the Hills: 250 years of Independence

As a historian, it is hard to describe the excitement that I feel about this Independence Day. Something about an anniversary is exciting, but more than that, this day, this year in particular, feels different. Exactly 250 years ago on July 4, our nation was born with the Declaration of Independence. I think, as a people, it would be hard to find a document more impactful on a personal and national level. Due to this document and the nation that was born as a result, my ancestors and so many others came to this country for the opportunity for a better life. They hoped to pursue the ...

Briefs

Cross Creek budget hearing set WINTERSVILLE — A public hearing will be held on the Cross Creek Township 2027 budget. The hearing will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the office of the board of trustees, 1267 Cadiz Road. The regular board meeting will follow. Veterans Service Commission to meet STEUBENVILLE — The Veterans Service Commission of Jefferson County will hold its regular meeting at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. The meeting will be held at 500 Market St. All veterans and interested parties are welcome to attend. Offices to close for holiday WEIRTON – Area governmental ...

Relay for America crosses Jefferson County on its way to Washington, D.C.

WHEELING —Main Street in Wheeling became the road to Washington, D.C., Wednesday night as a cross-country relay honoring America’s 250th anniversary carried an American flag across the historic Suspension Bridge from Bridgeport into the Friendly City, where runners were greeted by a crowd ...