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Laura Hollis: A Few Unpopular Observations

Daily Happenings July 10, 2026

It’s been a busy week news-wise. Here are a few of my observations (not likely to be popular) on some of the most notable headlines. 1. The U.S. men’s soccer team should have declined the red card reversal. During the World Cup game between the USA and Bosnia-Herzegovina, star scorer Folarin Balogun received a “red card” for “serious foul play” from a referee after a collision with B-H player Tarik Muharemovic, resulting in a one-game suspension. The call was widely criticized, both because a red card typically requires intentional conduct (Balogun wasn’t even facing ...

Bun in the Oven, Pie on the Plate

Community July 10, 2026

Ross Gallabrese The fifth-annual Pregnant Pie Contest was a part of Friday's First Fridays on Fourth. Several pregnant women had the task of sampling 16 different pies and then choosing the top entry. It's the only competition of its type in the country, according to Marc Barnes, president ...

Portion of Cove Road area under boil order

Local News July 10, 2026

WEIRTON - A portion of Cove Road, and surrounding streets, are under a boil order following work on a water line earlier today. According to the Weirton Area Water Board, the order is in effect for all customers on Cove Road from Weir Avenue to Overbrook Drive, as well as Garden Way and Spring Street, as well as any others who experienced low or no water pressure in the area. The order follows work on a water line at the intersection of Weir Avenue and Cove Road. If you live in the affected areas, bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or ...

Second Saturday to provide a soulful evening

Local News July 10, 2026

WEIRTON — It will be an evening of music, vendors, food and more as Second Saturday offers its July edition this weekend. Organized by the Top of West Virginia Convention and Visitors Bureau, Second Saturday will open at 5 p.m. Saturday at the Weirton Event Center, featuring performances by ...

Outdoor enjoyment

Local News July 10, 2026

Ross Gallabrese Yacht Rocket brought its smooth sounds and feel-good hits to the Berkman Amphitheater stage Thursday as the Fort Steuben Summer Concert Series continued. The West Liberty Steel Drum Band opened the evening. The series of free concerts will continue next Thursday with the Buddy ...

Jefferson County auditor warns 2027 budget gap exceeds $6 million

Local News July 10, 2026

STEUBENVILLE — Auditor E.J. Conn delivered his budget projections for 2027 to Jefferson County commissioners Thursday, telling them he has “serious concerns.” Conn said the proposed general fund operating budget — $25,563,851 — exceeds estimated general fund revenues of $19,167,261 by more than $6 million. “Nineteen million dollars’ worth of revenue can’t support a $25 million budget,” Conn said. “I’d like to meet with department heads and figure out how to navigate this.” Conn said the proposed budget is about $1.5 million higher than funding requests for the ...