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Program Takes a Trip Down Route 66

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WHEELING – The Ohio County Public Library's next Lunch With Books program will feature a celebration of Route 66 with the Victor Samalot Duo. The program will take place at noon on June 2 at the library in downtown Wheeling. Get your kicks through essential road music, visuals and backstories of one of America’s most iconic highways. Learn the rich history, cultural impact, the kitschy cool nostalgia and must do travel tips along the way! Part of America 250, the Victor Samalot Duo is visiting select Ohio (and at least one West Virginia) libraries all year — come experience ...

Senior Travel Discounts: How to Save on Your Next Trip

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Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are retiring later this year and hope to travel more while we’re still healthy and active. Our budget will be tighter, so every dollar counts. Are there worthwhile senior travel discounts you can tell us about, and at what age do they begin? — Ready to Roam Dear Ready, Retirement is the perfect time to start checking destinations off your wish list. Senior travel discounts can make a real difference. Whether it’s airfare, hotels, cruises, train tickets or attractions, the savings can add up – sometimes hundreds of dollars per trip – ...

Live Music Roundup

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Friday, May 29 Twice as Nice, Route 88 Burgers & Brew at Oglebay, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. Roger Hoard, Hickman Lounge at Oglebay's Wilson Lodge, 7-10 p.m. Paul Milovac, West Sports Bar, Wheeling, 7 p.m. The Muddle, El Gran Patron, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. Matt Van Fossen, Wheeling Park, 7 p.m. New Age Adenas Duo, Alpha Tavern, 8 p.m. The Local Honeys, Waterfront Hall, Wheeling, 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30 Robert Gaudio – Troubadour, Vino Di Piccin, Lansing, 6-9 p.m. Jeff Tappe, Lakeview Cantina at Oglebay, Wheeling, 7-10 p.m. Twice as Nice, Black Sheep Vineyard, Adena, 7:30 ...

The Local Honeys Coming to Waterfront Hall

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WHEELING – Trailblazing Kentucky-hearted duo, The Local Honeys, will bring their modern Appalachian sound to Waterfront Hall in Wheeling today, Friday, May 29. The Local Honeys are led by Linda Jean Stokely and Montana Hobbs. The tour stop follows recent tours with Tyler Childers and ...

Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves

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WHEELING – Make unforgettable memories with the little ones at Elmo's Got the Moves — the all-new Sesame Street Live show. This exciting experience brings Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to the stage with singing, dancing, and favorite songs like “Sunny Days,” “Elmo's Got the ...

Jamey Johnson's Traveling Truebadour Tour to Hit Wheeling

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WHEELING – Award-winning singer/songwriter Jamey Johnson has served as country music's north star for nearly two decades, inspiring a generation of artists with his unforgettable albums that have built a bridge connecting traditional country with the music of today. The 10-time Grammy ...