WEST LIBERTY — West Liberty University’s Doctor of Education (EdD) program has officially entered dissertation defense season, marking an exciting milestone for the program’s inaugural cohort. Leading the way is doctoral candidate Shawna Safreed, who successfully defended her ...
WHEELING – Laughlin Memorial Chapel, an active community center with programs designed for young people, is pleased to announce Tessa Weisenborn as its new executive director. Board President Anthony Edmond expressed enthusiasm about the appointment. “Tessa has the perfect blend of educational and practical experience,” he said. “She is great at working with children and will also ensure that the Chapel achieves its programming and development goals. Above all, she is fully committed to the mission of Laughlin Chapel to be a beacon of light for the children in our ...
Saturday, March 28-Wednesday, April 1 Saturday, March 28 MUSIC & ARTS Wheeling Polka Festival – All weekend at Oglebay Park Resort. Enjoy live music from top Polka bands, including John Gora Band, delicious Polish food, and a festive atmosphere filled with dancing and fun at Oglebay Lodge. This spirited, well-loved celebration is overflowing with danceable music, family-friendly fun, Polish culture, and a welcoming community vibe. “Jesus Christ Superstar” – 7:30 p.m. at West Liberty University’s Kelly Theatre. Imagine a rock band preparing for a massive concert… and ...
WHEELING – The Ohio County Public Library's next Lunch With Books program will feature “Driftwood: The Life of Harland Hubbard” with Jessica Whitehead. The program will take place at noon on Tuesday, March 24, at the library in downtown Wheeling. This program was rescheduled from Sept. ...
WHEELING – For three hot July (1863) days, approximately 160,000 troops fought for either “states rights” or to “preserve the Union” and emancipation. The battle resulted in approximately 50,000 casualties — killed, wounded or missing. The task of burying more than 7,000 dead soldiers, treating 20,000 wounded and removing 3,000 dead horses was undertaken by the 2,400 residents of Gettysburg. At the Wednesday, March 25, Ohio Valley Civil War Roundtable, local author and historian Pete Chacalos will deliver a lecture focused on the work of how the townspeople coordinated ...
WHEELING – The Crime Watch/Island Community Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, at New Life United Methodist Church, 724 N. Front St., Wheeling Island. A representative from WaterSports will be there to answer questions about the business that is planned to be put next to boat launch at Island Marina.
