State Legislature to meet next week on 90-day suspension of Ohio gas tax

September 25, 2026

At the behest of Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican gubernatorial candidate, the GOP-controlled state Legislature will have a special session next week to vote on a 90-day suspension of the Ohio gas tax. Ramaswamy unveiled his proposal about six-and-a-half hours after Amy Acton, the Democratic gubernatorial nominee, called for an emergency gas tax holiday in Ohio with diesel fuel prices hitting record highs and the cost for unleaded gas continuing to increase. On Wednesday, Ramaswamy and Republican leaders in the General Assembly, including Senate President Rob McColley, who is ...

County board of developmental disabilities to hold informational day at Lib’s Market

September 25, 2026

SALEM – The Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities (CCBDD) will hold an informational day at Lib’s Market, 474 E. State St., Salem, on Tuesday, Oct. 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. Patrons visiting Lib’s during these hours can enjoy a free cup of coffee and learn more about the ...

Wellsville man pleads guilty to abduction, grand theft in assault

September 25, 2026

LISBON — A man accused of holding a woman against her will, punching her multiple times in the face and holding a knife to her throat will face sentencing Nov. 2 after entering guilty pleas to three felony counts. Jessy Paul Lee, 36, last known address Crawford Avenue, Wellsville, pleaded guilty to felonious assault, a second-degree felony, third-degree felony abduction and fourth-degree felony grand theft of a motor vehicle in Columbiana County Common Pleas Court. A first-degree felony charge of aggravated robbery will be dismissed. According to the felony plea agreement, the ...

Safety lights installed at state routes 164 and 558

September 25, 2026

COLUMBUS – Flashing lights have been installed on the four-way stop signs at the intersection of state routes 164 and 558. State Rep. Monica Robb Blasdel (R-New Waterford) announced Wednesday the Ohio Department of Transportation District 11 installed flashing lights on the stop signs at ...

Southern Local Fall Homecoming Court

September 25, 2026

The Southern Local 2026 Fall Homecoming King and Queen will be selected tonight at halftime of the Columbiana game. The court members will receive a boxed flower, the one choosing the Blue Carnation will be crowned the King and Queen. The dance is Saturday at the high from 7 to 10 p.m. All ...

On the calendar

September 24, 2026

THU/9-24 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 (48 numbers or less for $1,500) called at 6:45 p.m., followed by regular bingo. This week will also feature $25 computers. Kitchen open, instant tickets and computers available. Info at 330-509-1209. Boardman DARE Singles Group, annual business meeting, 7-9 p.m., Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St.; information at 330-729-0127 Calcutta Young at Heart luncheon, 12:30 p.m., Long’s Run Trinity ...