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Local mayors connect with teachers during ESC bootcamp

Local News July 30, 2026

LISBON — Mayors from local communities were able to visit the Columbiana County Educational Service Center and speak to teachers during the ESC’s recent Teacher Bootcamp. The Bootcamp, which was held last week, was a way for local teachers to see first-hand the available careers in Columbiana County. Dennis Dunham, ESC Director of Teaching and Learning, told the ESC board during its regular meeting in July that the participation from local mayors this year has a been “a great addition.” According to meeting minutes posted online, Dunham said the mayors shared their ...

Kent State East Liverpool invites groups to be part of 9-11 Remembrance event

Community News July 30, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — Kent State University at East Liverpool is planning a community event to honor the service and sacrifice of first responders, while remembering the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The Never Forget – Community Remembrance will take place Sept. 10 on the East Liverpool Campus from 4 to 7 p.m. The day will include displays of local emergency vehicles, free refreshments, interactive demonstrations, information tables, family-friendly activities and an American Red Cross blood drive. First responders will be recognized and receive remembrance pins. While details of the ...

Tuition Mission Foundation announces 2026 - 2027 scholarships

Community News July 30, 2026

EAST LIVERPOOL — Tri-State Area Tuition Mission Foundation (TMF) President Jackman S. Vodrey has announced the 2026 – 2027 tuition awards. TMF is awarding $181,000 to 22 area students. The top award was $10,000, which 12 of the 22 recipients were awarded. TMF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable foundation which was launched in 1962 as the Tri-State Area Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation. Since 1992, 100% of donated funds have been put directly into tuition awards — though since 2018, some investment income has been used to help cover a portion of overhead costs. In addition ...

Youngstown Playhouse hosting auditions for youth production

Community News July 30, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN — The Youngstown Playhouse has announced auditions for the first youth production of the upcoming 102nd Season - The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon! (one-act) by Don Zolidis. Auditions will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13th and from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 15 in the Moyer Room of The Youngstown Playhouse (600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown). Callbacks will be held if necessary by invitation only on Monday, Aug. 17 starting at 6 p.m. Director Shiloh Hart is seeking a cast of as many as 20 8-18 year olds for this Youth Production. Interested performers ...

State Route 9 upcoming daily closure

Community News July 30, 2026

State Route 9 between Brussel and Arbor roads will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 3 through 7 for culvert maintenance work. Detour will be state Route 171 west to state Route 43 north, state Route 43 north to state Route 183 north, state Route 183 north to U.S. Route 30 east, U.S. Route 30 east back to state Route 9, and reverse.

Hancock Schools implementing new policy aimed at third grade success

Local News July 30, 2026

NEW CUMBERLAND — The Hancock County Board of Education is set to implement a new policy in an effort to officially meet requirements under a 2023 state law. The policy, which implements a documented policy under the Third Grade Success Act, is available for a 30-day public comment period, ...