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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 ...

Window ‘blew out’ one day after mall was condemned

STEUBENVILLE — One day after the Fort Steuben Mall was condemned as dangerous and unsafe, City Manager Mike Johnson reports a window at the former 3 Bad Hombres storefront “blew out.” Johnson said he’s not aware of any injuries as a result of the window giving way but notes that was one of the areas of structural concern that led to the mall’s closure. “In January the building inspector’s report indicated pressure on the windows was a concern,” he said. “In the June follow-up visit the inspector noted the condition of the windows was worsening as cracks were now ...

Post 159 steps up to sponsor The Wall That Heals

BELMONT COUNTY — Larry Barnes' voice caught as he talked about his friends whose names are on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The commander of American Legion Post 159 in St. Clairsville was in Washington, D.C., at the dedication of the memorial in 1982 with his wife, Cheryl, the president ...

Brooke Commission approves X-ray machine bid for courthouse

WELLSBURG – Brooke County commissioners are moving forward with a plan to upgrade security measures at the county courthouse facilities with the purchase of two new X-ray machines. As part of their meeting Tuesday morning, commissioners approved a bid from AutoClear Security Inspections ...

Beat the heat: Area preparing cooling shelters

WEIRTON — With the National Weather Service forecasting temperatures hovering close to 100 degrees for much of this week, area officials are urging residents to take precautions in order to beat the heat and preparing to offer cooling shelters if the need arises. The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued an extreme heat warning this week, noting a dome of high pressure will bring dry weather and temperatures well above normal for the region. Forecasts call for temperatures in the high 90s for the remainder of the week, including Independence Day, followed by the ...