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Don’t Take Library For Granted

I’m not much of a gambler. That’s not to say I don’t purchase an occasional lottery ticket or take chances on church raffles or other benefit games of chance. Over the decades of this career in journalism, I have taken many chances when it comes to meeting newspaper deadlines. Deadlines are an important part of this business or your work is not worth the ink. When I was in high school, teachers believed term papers were a must in just about every class other than math. I tried not to drag my feet on such tasks because I was pretty good at writing, and it wasn’t as ...

Have a Seat in Beautiful Antique Chairs

As I was going through old copies of Southern Living magazine and trying to part with the 10-year or older copies, I came across an article that remains solid advice. The article refers to chairs with style and it covers the variety of big names in chair styles over the years (18th and 19th centuries). These names are good to know and understand if you’re into antiques and even if you’re not — yet. I’ve always thought that antique furniture adds character to a room. Blending the past with today’s fashions gives your home a strength of character and a timeless look. So, it ...

Spring Brings Awareness to Occupational Therapy, Autism

WHEELING — Throughout the month of April, organizations around the country spread awareness of two topics that are close to our hearts at Easterseals — occupational therapy and autism acceptance. Occupational Therapy Month Occupational Therapy Month celebrates the work of the 230,000 occupational therapy practitioners and students in the United States. Occupational Therapy — or OT — can be provided across the lifespan, but Easterseals specializes in pediatric therapy, treating children at our Wheeling and Steubenville outpatient clinics as well as in ...

Extension Agent’s Love for Trees Grows Beyond Arbor Day

WHEELING — You may have noticed trees with white mesh trunk collars around our neighborhood parks and at Heritage Port. Our Ohio County WVU Extension Agent is Karen Cox, who loves trees. With state grant money, in 2019, 52 families and Master Gardeners planted and continue to care for approximately 140 trees throughout Wheeling. Says Karen, “Trees give us fresh air, absorb CO2, stabilize the soil, provide shade, ‘air conditioning’ and shield against cold winds for our homes.” In conjunction with the mayor’s office, the WVU Extension Service has formed the Wheeling City ...

Give Me The ’70s

It only takes one line or a few musical notes and wham, I’m hurled back in time. At least that’s what happens to me when I hear a song from yesteryear. Maybe it’s a song I heard while watching the Perry Como show or Dean Martin program with my parents and siblings. Sometimes it may be a silly song we sang as we walked to the swimming pool at day camp. Somehow singing made the trek a bit more bearable under the summer sun. Most recently, I find myself pausing to listen to the songs of my young adult life when music (in the 1970s) could not be defined by one genre. The 1950s ...

April Showers Bring Flower Pots to Mind

April Showers Bring Flower Pots to Mind April brings thoughts of gardens, flower pots, window boxes and plants to the minds of homeowners (even if we did have snowflakes last week), and what better choice than vintage? Pottery has always attracted fans of retro. Names like McCoy, Weller, Rookwood and Roseville are some of the most sought-after pottery manufacturers but there are others including California pottery brands. Antique or vintage examples of flower containers are distinctive and not too hard to find at shops, estate sales or auctions. Colors are often muted pastels and ...