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James Clum named Artist of the Month by SAA

STEUBENVILLE — The Steubenville Art Association has named James Clum its Artist of the Month for December. Many of Clum’s works can be viewed at a showing at the Center of Music and Art in Wintersville throughout the remainder of the month. Gerald VanScyoc, art teacher at the CMA, is in charge of the show. “James Clum ranks up there as one of the best artists ever seen in our area,” VanScyoc stated. “In addition to his talent, he has a powerful style all of his own. He is a master of artistic media.” “Clum specializes in cityscape oil paintings, with his art exploring ...

Class of ’80 reunites

The Steubenville High School Class of 1980 held its 45th class reunion Aug. 2 at Hidden Acres Lodge and Winery in Mingo Junction. Those attending the celebration included, from left, front, Michelle Mullins Moye, Brenda Cochran Hilson, Cathy King, Carol Atkinson Hunt, Kim Thompson Williams, ...

Weirton Geriatric Center donates

WEIRTON — The Weirton Geriatric Center conducted a holiday food drive, collecting items for the Community Bread Basket, a nonprofit located in Weirton. Organized by staff members Brianna Sims and Aimee Williams, the purpose of the drive was to assist residents in need during the holiday season. Not only did the center receive enough non-perishable food supplies to fill its van, it provided a cash donation to the Community Bread Basket as well. The nonprofit organization expressed its appreciation to those all those who donated from the Weirton Geriatric Center, including family ...

Library announces activities

STEUBENVILLE — The Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County has announced its upcoming events and activities for the week of Dec. 28-Jan. 3. Main Library (740) 282-9782 Adults: Bring your craft and sewing projects to work on at the library between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 29. Re-Craft Steubenville and Strong Towns will be on site to lend a helping hand, as needed. Adena Branch (740) 320-0009 Children: Pick up a grab-and-go craft and Story Time beginning Jan. 2, while supplies last. Teens: Pick up a grab-and-go craft beginning Jan. 2, while supplies ...

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Holiday Extravaganza set at Harding STEUBENVILLE — Fourth-graders will travel to Harding Middle School Thursday to celebrate the holiday season during the school’s Holiday Extravaganza event. The performance includes musical selections and goodies beginning at 12:30 p.m. in the Harding gymnasium. “We have the fourth grade coming up and the fine arts departments are going to put on a program with Christmas music, and we’ll provide treats,” said school social worker Shay Greiner. “The fourth- and fifth-grade classes will have the experience together.” Band, choir and ...

International Seniors give

Members of the International Senior Club in Weirton donated to the Toys for Tots program this holiday season. Those taking part in the contribution included, from left, Patty Beltrame, Toni Larosa, Barbara Purks, Nancy Ramsey, Gabe Arlia, Treasurer Norma Henson, Larry Purks, President Regina ...