Harrison County Fair Royalty

Published June 30, 2024 - 8:00 p.m. Modified August 13, 2025 - 8:40 p.m.

King Caleb Shaw, member of the New Rumley 4-H Club and Queen Carys Haney, member of the Hopedale Town and Country 4-H Club. Photo: Sharon Dalton

Lakeland Academy staff highlight impact of small-school community in Freeport

Teacher Julie Stratton and secretary Kim Peters say close connections help students grow and thrive

Former FBI agent shares inside story of serial killer Thomas Dillon’s arrest

Harry Trombitas recounts career highlights, from high-profile criminals to Ohio murder cases, during Cadiz library talk

Harrison County’s Chain Gang honored for 50 years on the football sidelines

Volunteers marked first downs, kept games running smoothly and built a legacy of dedication at Wagner Field

Week 7 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

Capsules of games featuring area teams preparing for season's homestretch

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LOCAL

Harrison County JFS expands PRC plan to cover appliance replacement

Bi-annual TANF-funded program also supports clothing, transportation and job-related needs for eligible families

ODNR stocking 20,000 muskies in nine Ohio lakes this fall

Anglers can chase trophy fish as Division of Wildlife releases hatchery-raised muskellunge across the state

Harrison County commissioners approve opioid settlement, property disposal

Board backs Sandoz litigation agreement, authorizes disposal of Avaya phones and signs child support subgrant

Harrison County Community Foundation awards $27,630 in grants to 13 local projects

Funding supports youth programs, public safety, health initiatives and community development across the county

Bowerston Council awards $8M in contracts, sets trunk-or-treat for Oct. 31

Village secures funding for water and sewer projects, approves Main Street closure for Halloween event

Trish Jones sentenced to four years in fatal Harrison County crash

Judge cites lack of remorse in vehicular homicide case that killed cousin Breanna Arthurs and injured daughter

Valley Hospice seeks sponsors for 40th anniversary celebration in Wintersville

Nov. 15 event at St. Florian Hall to feature Dueling Pianos fundraiser supporting compassionate end-of-life care

SPORTS

Cadiz Women’s Golf League ends 2025 season with Solheim Cup and awards

Red team tops Blue 13-5 in finale; Cireddu, Froehlich, Augustine among award winners as new officers named for 2026

Week 7 H.S. football scoreboard

Scores from around the area's Oct. 3 games

Cadiz athlete Alan “Webb” Webster went from record-setting sprinter to NFL hopeful

High school standout built dual careers in football and track before injury shifted him to harness racing

Hyre, Dunkle lead Huskies to Homecoming win over Weir

Harrison Central piles up 400 yards of offense in 30-14 victory; Hodkinson and Dulkoski crowned royalty

1992 Cadiz wrestling team remembered for near-title run and lasting legacy

Senior-led Panthers won multiple championships, produced state placers and earned coach Joel Davia statewide honors

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COMMUNITY

Harrison County Dog Pound to host Quarter Extravaganza fundraiser Oct. 5

Event at St. Francis Cabrini Church to feature raffles, food and auctions supporting veterinary care for local dogs

Richard “Bus” Hugh honored as Scio basketball standout and mentor to future athletes

1950s multi-sport star built championship legacy and launched youth program that strengthened Scio basketball

Hopedale haunted trail returns every weekend in October

Legion event offers family-friendly scares, hayrides and community support with proceeds benefiting local causes

Pindrop Fiber Arts Festival returns to Tappan Lake Park Sept. 27

Event features artisan vendors, live demos, kids’ crafts, farm animals, food trucks and music

Harrison Central crowns Aubree Hodkinson and Nathen Dulkoski as homecoming royalty

Queen and king selected during Friday night football game against Weir

Wintersville Legion donates $2,500 to support Pulling for the Cure events

Funds will aid Tractor Pull and Carl Butterfield Car Show benefiting cancer patients in Harrison and Jefferson counties

COLUMNISTS

LIFE AND LEARNING

Jefferson County JVS launches CNA program for adult learners

Course prepares students for state certification with lab training, clinicals and health care career opportunities

Harrison Central eighth graders dive into STEM at showcase event

Hands-on demonstrations, virtual reality and COSI Hive Road Show inspire future career exploration

God delights in you

Kenny crowned Cadiz Women’s Golf League champion

League championship highlights strong performances across flights with birdies, chip-ins and an eagle

Developmental Disabilities leaders highlight partnerships at Harrison Chamber meeting

Superintendent and communications director stress community ties, employment opportunities and accessibility support for county residents

Belmont-Harrison Roadmap to Transition connects students with disabilities to careers Oct. 7

Event at St. Clairsville’s EOC Center to link IEP students with employers, resources and career exploration tools

Harrison County Fair Royalty

Lakeland Academy staff highlight impact of small-school community in Freeport

Former FBI agent shares inside story of serial killer Thomas Dillon’s arrest

Harrison County’s Chain Gang honored for 50 years on the football sidelines

Week 7 H.S. football preview: Matchups and players to watch

THE LATEST

Cadiz Women’s Golf League ends 2025 season with Solheim Cup and awards

Lakeland Academy staff highlight impact of small-school community in Freeport

Harrison County JFS expands PRC plan to cover appliance replacement

Week 7 H.S. football scoreboard

ODNR stocking 20,000 muskies in nine Ohio lakes this fall

Valley Hospice seeks sponsors for 40th anniversary celebration in Wintersville

Former FBI agent shares inside story of serial killer Thomas Dillon’s arrest

Harrison County Dog Pound to host Quarter Extravaganza fundraiser Oct. 5

Harrison County Community Foundation awards $27,630 in grants to 13 local projects

Harrison County’s Chain Gang honored for 50 years on the football sidelines

LOCAL

Harrison County JFS expands PRC plan to cover appliance replacement

ODNR stocking 20,000 muskies in nine Ohio lakes this fall

Harrison County commissioners approve opioid settlement, property disposal

Harrison County Community Foundation awards $27,630 in grants to 13 local projects

Bowerston Council awards $8M in contracts, sets trunk-or-treat for Oct. 31

Trish Jones sentenced to four years in fatal Harrison County crash

Valley Hospice seeks sponsors for 40th anniversary celebration in Wintersville

SPORTS

Cadiz Women’s Golf League ends 2025 season with Solheim Cup and awards

Week 7 H.S. football scoreboard

Cadiz athlete Alan “Webb” Webster went from record-setting sprinter to NFL hopeful

Hyre, Dunkle lead Huskies to Homecoming win over Weir

1992 Cadiz wrestling team remembered for near-title run and lasting legacy

COMMUNITY

Harrison County Dog Pound to host Quarter Extravaganza fundraiser Oct. 5

Richard “Bus” Hugh honored as Scio basketball standout and mentor to future athletes

Hopedale haunted trail returns every weekend in October

Pindrop Fiber Arts Festival returns to Tappan Lake Park Sept. 27

Harrison Central crowns Aubree Hodkinson and Nathen Dulkoski as homecoming royalty

Wintersville Legion donates $2,500 to support Pulling for the Cure events

COLUMNISTS

Column: Scott Jewelry Store, 1916

Column: A lesson in great faith from the Shunemmite woman

Column: Historic look at South Main Street in Cadiz

Column: Don’t be surprised when the world turns against faith

Column: Pep Fuels on Lincoln Avenue in 1990

God delights in you

Hating evil, loving righteousness: part two

Finnical's Pharmacy

Hating evil, loving righteousness: part one

Glen Robbins Y and O Tipple Crew, 1940

LIFE AND LEARNING

Jefferson County JVS launches CNA program for adult learners

Harrison Central eighth graders dive into STEM at showcase event

God delights in you

Kenny crowned Cadiz Women’s Golf League champion

Developmental Disabilities leaders highlight partnerships at Harrison Chamber meeting

Belmont-Harrison Roadmap to Transition connects students with disabilities to careers Oct. 7

OBITUARIES

Barbara Whiteman

Kenneth M. Beck

Leona S. Carlton

Marianne S. Millward

Helen E. Barcroft

Linda L. House

BUSINESS

Adena council discusses future use of old bank building

Jefferson County JVS launches dog grooming service

HCRCC holds breakfast meeting