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Menjivar excited for new role as bishop

The Most Rev. Evelio Menjivar-Ayala’s appointment as the 10th Bishop of the Wheeling-Charleston Diocese already is a special moment for him. It has been made even more special, he said, with who he will replace in that role. Menjivar is taking the baton of the diocese from the Most Rev. ...

Hancock County 4-H camp is going Medieval

NEW CUMBERLAND — Youth across the region are invited to step into a world of adventure, leadership and fun at the 2026 Hancock County 4-H Camp, themed “Knights of the Five Kingdoms.” This year’s medieval-inspired overnight camp will take place June 22–26 at Tomlinson Run State Park. Campers will spend five days immersed in a kingdom of their own, building friendships, learning new skills and experiencing the outdoors. Open to youth interested in 4-H, the overnight camp blends tradition with creativity through a variety of activities. Participants can try archery, explore ...

Not every giver is cheerful and not every gift is generous

“God loves a cheerful giver.” It’s one of those familiar phrases we hear so often that we almost wonder whether it only sounds like Scripture—like “God helps those who help themselves” or “Cleanliness is next to godliness.” But this one is the real thing. In 2 Corinthians 9:7, Paul writes, “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” Notice what Paul does not say. He does not simply say, “God loves a giver.” He specifically says a “cheerful” giver. If I pay my ...

Library friends plan annual sale

STEUBENVILLE — Area residents will be able to get a great deal on reading and listening materials and other items while helping a local organization this weekend. That’s when the Friends of the Public Library of Steubenville and Jefferson County will hold its annual 25-cent used book sale. While “book” is in the name, the sale will offer a wide variety of items. “We’re talking about books, audiobooks, music CDs, DVDs — anything that the library has,” explained Robyn Hill. “And as far as donations, we also get things like games, puzzles, vinyl and VHS — we take ...

Elephant Wars: Capito, Morrisey weigh in on W.Va. statehouse races

CHARLESTON – West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey and U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito are supporting different GOP statehouse candidates in the May 12 primary election, as affiliated groups increasing their spending on races. On Thursday, Morrisey put out a call on his personal social media ...

First Fridays returns

Ross Gallabrese Members of the band Tolkmith performed as part of First Fridays on Fourth Street. Made up mainly of students from the College of St. Joseph the Worker, they entertained area residents who braved Friday night's rain and chilly temperatures with their blend of Irish folk music, ...