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Community spread continues to lead an increase in cases

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

Monroe County had its second straight week with a sharp increase in cases.

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A necessary visit to Monroe County

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

“Out of my 80,000 miles of travel, and stopping at 40 (American) Legions, I’ve never had such an outpouring of care.” Michele Ladd, of National Veteran Resources, was overwhelmed by the warmth of her reception in Beallsville.

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Switzerland schools to remain fully open despite COVID rise

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

A divided Switzerland of Ohio Board of Education voted against closing any district schools despite increasing quarantine numbers, Friday, Oct. 23 at an emergency board meeting.

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Celebrating success stories at Crossed Paws Open House

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

Delbert ran around the large cat room Saturday, Oct. 24 at Crossed Paws Animal Shelter.

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Spooktacular Halloween Party brightens the season for kids

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

Superhero Mason Laningham, 4, took his stance at the straw bale bowling lane set up in Woodsfield City Park. Pumpkin in hand, he tried for a spare and was visibly disappointed when he missed. Encouraged by his costumed hosts, the masked boy tried, again and again, to knock down that last pin.

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County Recorder’s offce moving forward with back indexing project

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

Kreg Robinson General Manager

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TRICK OR TREAT

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

Adams Township Trick or Treat will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31.

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SENIOR LUNCH MENU

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 12:00am

The Monroe County Senior Center will allow limited participants (18) to dine. Temperatures and mini-health assessments will be conducted before entry. You must reserve in advance each day by 9 a.m. Dining room will be open from 11 a.m. to noon.