Late pioneering Butler Township dairy farmer honored at fair

August 5, 2026

LISBON — Herb Stryffeler didn’t just farm the land — he embraced new technology for milking, got excited about the soil and freely shared what he learned with others. His children described him as a…

Cool Cleansing

Jax, a Charolais Cross steer, enjoys a bath with Elli Powers of Hanoverton manning the hose Tuesday at the Columbiana…

Authorities concerned for teen girl’s safety

YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County Sheriff's Office has issued an Endangered Missing Child Alert for Zeniah Diaz, 13, who is…

ELFD issues citations to St. Clair Garden Apartments owner

EAST LIVERPOOL — East Liverpool Fire Chief Antony Cumo announced that the East Liverpool Fire Department has issued a formal…

2026 Columbiana County Fair opens with ceremony, 4-H royalty crowning

LISBON — The 2026 Columbiana County Fair is officially underway. The 181st annual Columbiana County Fair officially kicked off Monday…

City council renames chambers to honor the late John Torma

EAST LIVERPOOL — It was an emotional meeting for East Liverpool City Council Monday as council members honored late President…

Local Sports

Hall of Fame jockey to ride in W.Va. Derby

NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — Hall of Fame jockey John Velazquez, who is scheduled to…

ALTIUS EXCELLENCE

CLEVELAND (AP) — Manager Stephen Vogt lauded the Cleveland Guardians' front office for adding three players…

Guardians like new additions

ZIPS WANT FANS TO CALL PLAYS AKRON — The University of Akron football team will look…

Obituaries

Lucille M Jackson

1933-2026 Lucille M Jackson, 93, of West Point, passed away peacefully, with her family…

Robert L. ‘Bob’ Erwin

1953-2026 John W. Lewis, 72, of Tampa, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on July 11. A native…

John W. Lewis

1935-2026 Carol A Dunn, 91, died on Saturday at Continuing Healthcare in Lisbon. Born on Feb.…

WED/8-5 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Music at Woodworth Park, 7 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Columbiana Civil Service Commission, 3:15 p.m., city hall East Palestine Eagles stuffed chicken breast drive thru dinner with baked potato, vegetable and roll, 4-6 p.m.; $11; 330-886-0397 East Palestine Library, Board of Trustees, 6 p.m. Irondale Peach Festival, 4-6 p.m.,…

East Liverpool Moose Lodge yard sale canceled EAST LIVERPOOL — The East Liverpool Moose Lodge indoor…

Community Briefs

Long’s Run Trinity Church schedules basement sale

TUE/8-4 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Bocce at Boardman Park, 5:30 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Chester Brooke…

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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

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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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