Rulli failed to disclose 22 stock trades in a timely manner

August 13, 2026

U.S. Rep. Michael Rulli failed to timely disclose 22 stock trades, including those dating back to late 2024, in violation of a federal law designed to prevent insider trading by members of Congress. Rulli, R-Salem,…

Elections board certifies November ballot, including new money levies

LISBON — The Nov. 3 general election ballot will include issues for four additional tax levies and an additional income…

Hancock County embezzlement case continued to Sept. 3

NEW CUMBERLAND – A man accused of embezzling more than $11,000 from a local youth athletic organization waived his time…

State representative wants to include horses in felony animal cruelty

LISBON — State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel, R-New Waterford, announced Wednesday that she introduced the Ohio Equestrian Protection Act to…

Heavy rains flood local communities, closes roads

LISBON — The rains came down heavy Tuesday morning, leaving scattered power outages, lots of flood waters in hard-hit Hanoverton…

St. Clair Twp. trustees conduct bid opening for police car

CALCUTTA – St. Clair Township trustees Monday opened the four sealed bids received for the police car being sold by…

Local Sports

SPORTS BRIEFING

BEAVER LOCAL TRIUMPHS OVER BIG RED CALCUTTA — Beaver Local knocked off Steubenville 156-174 in a boys golf match Wednesday at Turkana Golf Course. Eli Stewart earned medalist honors with a 6-under-par 30 to lead the Beavers. Britton Hickman shot 38, Brady McNear 43, Nathan Pusateri 45, Andre Wiegand 46 and Matt Tomaino 51.…

BEAVER LOCAL RETURNING LETTERMEN

YSU WOMEN TO PLAY AT USC YOUNGSTOWN – The Youngstown State women's basketball team will play…

SPORTS BRIEFING

Pressure builds for several college coaches

Obituaries

Kay Pridemore

1940-2026 NEGLEY – Eleanor Kay Pridemore, 86, of Negley, died Monday. Born on June 8, 1940, the late William W. and Estella E. Glenn Wright, she was raised by the late John and Eleanor Glenn Laughlin. Dawson Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. 8/12/26

Darryl Glenn Hoppel

James R. Frederick

1954-2026 Richard Alan “Rick” Seibert, 71, of Wellsville, died Saturday at his residence. He was born…

Richard Alan ‘Rick’ Seibert

Community News

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THU/8-13 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters bingo, booster hall, 26701 U.S. Route 62. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., early tickets called at 6 p.m., and Jumpin’ Jack (58 numbers for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. Kitchen open, instant tickets and computers available. Now through August, any player bringing in a…

East Liverpool income tax department announces change in payment provider The East Liverpool City Income Tax…

Community Briefs

WED/8-12 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Music at Woodworth Park, 7 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 County Columbiana…

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Heartland Hospice seeks volunteers, particularly in Columbiana County

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School News

Southern Local Schools Honor Roll ~ 1st Nine Weeks

Elementary (*Denotes Distinguished Honor Roll) 3rd Grade: Johnathan Akers*, Haven Allen, Deegan Bach*, Adalyna Baker, Kinzley Blatch*, Brantley Brown*, Sylus Bryan*, Kolton Cole, Miah Cote*, Jacob Crawford*, Dylan Davis, Alex Delturco*, Alex Dickson*, Jedediah Farnsworth*, Claire Fisher, Emma Fisher*, Jason Gottschalk, Jocelynn Jackson*, Christian Johnson, Piper Kellogg*, Delanie Ketchum, Hudson Ketchum*, Parker Lockhart*, Ella…

East Liverpool Schools Honor Roll ~ 1st Nine Weeks

Oak Glen Schools Honor Roll ~ 1st Nine Weeks

Southern Local Junior Senior High School 4th Nine Weeks Honor Roll

Business

Business Highlights

US economy sending mixed signals: Here’s what it all means WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy is caught in an awkward, painful place. A confusing one, too. Growth appears to be sputtering, home sales are tumbling and economists warn of a potential recession ahead. But consumers keep spending, businesses keep posting profits and the…

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