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Celebrate the Music of Neil Diamond

WHEELING – The Ohio County Public Library's next Lunch With Books Program will feature a salute to Neil Diamond. The program will take place at noon on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the library in downtown Wheeling. The Troubadour – Bob Gaudio – returns triumphantly to Lunch With Books to play selections from Neil Diamond’s muscular, hit-packed musical catalogue for Part 2 of Wheel Vegas Week. The Vitalie auditorium will be transformed into the Aladdin Hotel circa 1976 as Gaudio regales guests with foot-stomping favorites like “Cracklin' Rosie” (1970) and “Song Sung Blue” ...

‘The Big Boy’ Lives Up to His Name

ALTOONA, Pa. – There is something magical happening across the United States during the country’s 250th anniversary. And it all can be attributed to a 1941 steam engine called the Big Boy Union Pacific Locomotive No. 4014. Recently, I had the opportunity to view the Big Boy up close in ...

What’s Going On this Weekend

Saturday, July 25-Sunday, July 26 Saturday, July 25 FAMILY Saturday Science Demonstrations – 1 p.m. at SMART Centre Market, 1410 Main St., Wheeling. Discover hands-on science through free demonstrations designed for all ages. Admission is free. Family Story Time – 11 a.m. at the Ohio County Public Library, 52 16th St., Wheeling. Families can enjoy stories, songs and crafts during this free interactive program for children of all ages. Moon River StarWatch – 8-10 p.m. at Wheeling Heritage Port. Explore the night sky with telescopes available to view the moon, Mars, Jupiter and ...

Doctor Visits Without the Drive: How Medicare Covers Telehealth

Dear Savvy Senior, I don’t drive much anymore, so getting to the doctor can be a hassle. They suggested telehealth visits, but I’m not very tech savvy. How does Medicare cover these kinds of appointments? – Trying to Keep Up Dear Trying, You’re certainly not alone. Many older adults are running into the same issue. Getting to appointments is not as easy as it used to be, and the idea of using technology for doctor visits can feel a little intimidating at first. The good news is that telehealth has made it much easier to get care without leaving home, and it’s usually ...

Program Celebrates Music of Ol’ Blue Eyes

WHEELING – The Ohio County Public Library's next Lunch With Books program will highlight none other than Frank Sinatra. The program will take place at noon on Tuesday, July 28, at the library in downtown Wheeling. The Vitalie auditorium will be transformed into a mid-century Las (Wheel) Vegas casino as the group steps back into the swingin’ sound of Ol’ Blue Eyes. Pianist and vocalist Jay Daniels will pay tribute to The Chairman of the Board in “That’s Life: Sinatra in 1966.” This concert will feature unforgettable selections from Frank Sinatra’s iconic albums, ...

Mobile Food Pantry Set for Thursday in Wheeling

WHEELING — Ohio County's next Mobile Food Pantry distribution is set for Thursday, July 30, from 10-11:30 a.m. at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack, Parking Lot C. This is the second of four Mobile Food Pantry events planned for Ohio County in 2026, hosted by the Ohio County Family ...