Steubenville Adopts Hazard Mitigation Plan
Steubenville City Council adopted a hazard mitigation plan Tuesday night as part of a collaborative effort across Jefferson County. Officials say adopting the plan helps the city qualify for grant funding.
Recall Petition Effort Begins in Wheeling
Petitioners began collecting signatures Tuesday in an effort to recall Wheeling Mayor Denny Magruder. Organizer Johnny Haught says the effort needs just under 1,800 valid signatures, representing 10% of city voters under existing law. Haught indicated other members of Wheeling City Council could also be targeted.
Local Wealth Manager Makes Case for Data Centers
Local wealth manager David McKinley spoke in support of data centers during a Wheeling Chamber of Commerce event Tuesday. McKinley pointed to Loudoun County, Virginia, where he said 234 data centers generate $1.8 billion in property taxes.
Former Weirton Elementary School Approved for Apartments
Weirton’s zoning board has approved plans to convert the former Marland Heights Elementary School into 12 higher-end, two-bedroom apartments. The developer says the existing playground and ball field will remain available to the public, with work potentially beginning in three to four months.
Rabies Confirmed in Bat Found in Ohio County
A bat found near Route 88 in Ohio County has tested positive for rabies, marking the county’s third laboratory-confirmed animal rabies case. Health officials are reminding residents to keep pets’ rabies vaccinations current and watch for animals displaying unusual or aggressive behavior.
Missing 15-Year-Old Found Safe
New Martinsville Police Chief Tim Cecil says missing 15-year-old Lillyonna Thompson has been found safe and is returning home. Police located her in Duluth, Minnesota, with an adult man who was taken into custody.
Graffiti Threat Prompts Lockdown at Bellaire High School
Bellaire High School was placed on lockdown Tuesday after a threat was found written on a bathroom wall. Belmont County Sheriff James Zusack says the person responsible could face charges related to inducing panic and disrupting public service, with the county prosecutor to determine whether charges will be filed.
St. Clairsville Water System Upgrade Moving Forward
St. Clairsville officials say Phase 2 of the city’s water system upgrade is moving forward. The project will replace aging pipes that are prone to breaks, with officials saying the improvements are expected to reduce water loss and could potentially lower bills. Work is scheduled to begin in January.
