Flushing’s Main Street shown in 1915 photo

The village was incorporated Feb. 23, 1949, with a population of 312

Published February 20, 2026 - 6:42 a.m.

Susan Adams

A Look at the Past — Susan Adams

The village of Flushing was laid out Nov. 9, 1813, by Jesse Foulke, who also named it. Foulke taught at the first school and kept the first store. The first church was built by Methodists in 1821 on Northwest Street; the cemetery remains there.

The village was incorporated Feb. 23, 1949, with a population of 312. The 2020 Census recorded 830 residents.

This photo looks toward St. Clairsville on state Route 331.

Calm lake with lily pads, reeds, and tree reflections along a wooded shoreline.

Pond clinic to provide hands-on education for pond owners

The field-based program is designed for landowners and community members interested in improving pond management for wildlife habitat and recreation

Bowerston council revises proposed water surcharge increase

Council set village cleanup day for June 20 from 8 a.m. to noon, or until the dumpster is full

Deersville theater to present ‘Fiddler on the Roof’

A story of why a family and their friends are forced to leave their home for unknown lands

Students standing in a school hallway next to boxes filled with donated food and supplies.

Conotton Valley students help food pantry relocate

The pantry has relocated to the Sherrodsville Lions Club to accommodate a larger selection of items

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Weathered industrial building with large broken windows along a narrow road and trees nearby.

Harrison County commissioners review cleanup bids

The commissioners also addressed the Brownfield Grant regarding the Dunbar school demolition in Cadiz

Farm Bureau holds data center discussion in Scio

Attendees seeking details on proposed locations and plans received little specific information

Christopher’s restaurant move gets zoning approval

The 6.5 acres it will sit on is across from Harrison Central High School on part of the long, empty field

A gravel path curves past a grassy field with trees under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Cadiz village administrator gives project updates

The village is still waiting on the reported six consecutive days needed to lay down the basketball and pickleball courts in the camping area

Digital speed display reading 27 beside a 25 mph sign along a road.

Speed signs appear effective in Scio

The small signs appear to be doing the job of keeping motorists’ speed down

Conotton Valley board rescinds appointment, names new member

Nathan Pounds, who was present at the May 5 meeting, was appointed as the district’s fifth member

Two people sit beside a wooden table in a room with large windows, chairs, and a radiator.

Wymer pleads guilty in Jewett animal abuse case

Wymer faces up to 18 months and 90 days in jail and $4,250 in fines

Sports

Four people standing on a baseball field near home plate with stadium bleachers behind them.

Huskies honor seniors, prepare for postseason

Tournament play starts May 26 at Mazeroski Field in Cadiz

Softball runner slides toward a base while two fielders attempt a tag on the infield.

Huskies top Morgan in sectional opener

Harrison Central entered the contest as the No. 4 seed with a 15-8 record

Young athletes stand on a boys pole vault podium at an outdoor track and field meet.

Harrison Central junior high track athletes compete at state

The Harrison Central Junior High track team had a strong season

Runners on a track beside a grassy field and stadium seating.

Harrison Central hosts 6-team track meet

Along with Harrison Central, were Beaver Local, Buckeye Local, East Liverpool, Indian Creek and Union Local

Conotton Valley senior athletes sign with colleges

Conotton Valley announced the signings of two senior athletes

Public Record

Several women stand indoors beside a Jefferson County School sign mounted on a blue brick wall.

JVS cosmetology students share career training with board

Instructors Brianne Schoolcraft and Lillian Thrasher were joined by juniors Shaylee Rossi, Ava Nett and Avery Patterson to give an overview of the program

Outdoor grassy site with black containers, a blue utility vehicle, and a wooded hill in the background.

Adena officials discuss dumpster misuse

Residents who pay for trash service are upset when others use the dumpsters without paying

First-time candidate Kirtley wins Democratic nomination

According to unofficial totals from the Ohio Secretary State’s office, Kirtley received 12,264 votes, or 31.5% of the total

Empty hall with wood floors, beige walls, windows, and a person bending near the right side.

Harrison County Fair Board prepares grounds for fair

With the county fair about six weeks away, preparations also are underway for America 250

Roadside sign warning of a driver's license checkpoint ahead beside a blurred road at night.

Statewide OVI checkpoints planned

The counties where the checkpoints will take place will be announced the day before the checkpoint

Courtroom with participants discussing legal matters.

Emery final pretrial reset for June 30

Two defendants who appeared in court had their cases resolved after pleading guilty

Courtroom scene with a speaker and two seated individuals.

Cadiz man sentenced in sex crime, assault cases

Hervey handed down an 11-month sentence for the assault charge, which is to run concurrently with the sex offenses

Life and Learning

Fool House brings ’90s party to Cadiz

The concert will feature music from NSYNC, Nirvana, Britney Spears, Blink-182, Missy Elliott, Nelly and other 1990s and early 2000s artists

Six people standing side by side indoors, facing the camera and wearing event badges.

JVS students attend gas industry conference

The conference has provided educational opportunities, technical training and networking experiences for those working in the natural gas and oil industries across the country

Group of people holding large letters and a 'Live life in red' sign in front of a branded backdrop.

JVS FCCLA students place at state competition

Six students in the early childhood education program attended the event at the Columbus Expo Center after ranking in the top 10 during the regional contest

JVS student earns silver medal at state SkillsUSA competition

Rivers said her favorite part of the experience was being with fellow JVS students and cheering each other on

Group posing behind a Steubenville Electrical IATC banner with caps and hard hats at an indoor event.

JVS electrical trades students sign with IBEW Local 246

Four students took part in a signing day event April 24 at the JVS and met with union business manager Kevan Brown and training director Richard Cesta