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Magic, hypnosis set at 7 Ranges STEUBENVILLE — David Anthony will bring his high-energy magic and comedy hypnosis show to the stage at 7 Ranges Entertainment on April 17. The evening begins with jaw-dropping magic that will leave you questioning everything, organizers said. Then, in the second half, the audience becomes the stars, as volunteers take the stage for a hypnosis experience. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with a cash bar and full menu available. The show starts at 7 p.m., with full food and drink service available in the showroom. The event is reserved seating only. ...

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Mingo Junction meeting set MINGO JUNCTION — Village Council has scheduled a safety committee meeting for Tuesday at 6p.m. Council’s business meeting will follow at 7 p.m. in the municipal building, 501 Commercial St. Camera club names contest winners WINTERSVILLE — The Upper Ohio Valley Camera Club held its monthly competition Tuesday. The monthly named category was “High Angle.” UOVCC holds meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The first Tuesday is a learning meeting and the third Tuesday is a competition. There will be a powerpoint presentation on ...

Special Connections to host inclusive Easter egg hunt

STEUBENVILLE — Special Connections will host an inclusive holiday event to welcome spring with its fourth annual Easter egg hunt on March 29. The free event will begin at 2 p.m. at the School of Bright Promise, 256 John Scott Highway, Steubenville. Organizers said there will be plenty of ...

Mosti joins Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities

STEUBENVILLE — Alyssa Mosti has officially taken her seat as the newest member of the Jefferson County Board of Developmental Disabilities and plans to use her skills to benefit individuals in the community. Mosti, of Wintersville, was approved by the Jefferson County commissioners in ...

90 years ago, Wheeling suffered through its worst flood on record

WHEELING — What was seen nine decades ago this week in the city of Wheeling has never been seen within its boundaries since – and Wheeling’s residents would love to keep it that way. On March 19, 1936, Wheeling saw the worst recorded flood in its history. A combination of heavy snow and rain led the Ohio River to rise to record-breaking levels. At its highest, the river crested at a ghastly 55.2 feet. For perspective, that height is nearly a full 4 feet higher than the second-highest recorded crest – 51.5 feet on New Year’s Eve 1942. The highest crest before 1936 was a ...

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Urban Mission sets open house STEUBENVILLE — Urban Mission Ministries invites all community members to a public open house from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 15. This event offers an opportunity for residents to tour the food pantry facility, learn about its ministries and meet the team working to support neighbors throughout the region. Visitors will be able to explore the mission’s programs and discover ways to get involved through volunteering, giving or community partnership. Guests are asked to park at the Seventh Street Plaza and walk across the street to the Mission’s ...