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Franciscan University theology symposium planned

STEUBENVILLE — Franciscan University of Steubenville will host leading theologians and biblical scholars from around the world June 26-28 for the International Theology Symposium, the Renaissance of Biblical Theology, an academic conference exploring the resurgence of Scripture-centered theology in the life of the Church. Co-sponsored by and held at the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, the symposium is geared toward professional academics, graduate students, clergy, seminarians and anyone hungering to contemplate Sacred Scripture from the heart of the church. The conference ...

Weirton youth growing healthy habits with new garden program

WEIRTON — Some youth at the Weirton Christian Center are hoping to develop their green thumbs this summer with support from an area native looking to give back to her hometown. Annetta Weller, a third-generation Weirtonian now living in Florida, visited the Christian Center on Wednesday to ...

Johnson outlines priorities as Steubenville city manager

STEUBENVILLE — Steubenville’s new city manager is straightforward about what residents can expect to see in the coming months. “My vision for Steubenville is to provide the best possible service for the residents, leave it a little better than I found it, aggressively enforce the codes ...

Basil’s awards scholarships to local student-athletes

WEIRTON — An area restaurant is continuing its tradition of supporting local graduating high school athletes as they prepare to begin their collegiate careers. Basil's Sports Bar and Grill held a luncheon Wednesday to award its annual scholarship to two high school seniors. “We're ...

Payment stalled on SR 213 water project amid procedural questions

STEUBENVILLE — A contractor who is nearly done with a water line project on State Route 213 is expecting payment when the work is completed, but Jefferson County officials say they cannot issue a check. Auditor E.J. Conn said last week during a county commission work session he has asked the Ohio Auditor of State’s office for guidance on how to proceed once the invoice — currently expected to total just under $240,000 — is turned in because he “has no legal authority to pay the contractor because there were certain steps that were skipped.” County officials say the ...

Sharing surgical technique

WEIRTON — A local doctor had the chance to discuss a surgical technique he uses during a recent medical conference. Dr. Charles Capito, whose practice is based in Weirton, explained that a procedure he has been using can make a repair to an ACL injury stronger. He said the technique ...