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There are some people who give the rest of us a bad rap. You know the ones I am talking about. They have had their Christmas and Hanukkah shopping finished since October. Their gift selections have been neatly wrapped and labeled. If they actually wrap gifts, they don’t have to use half a roll of Scotch tape like I do. The corners of their packages are sharp and emblazoned with matching ribbons. With the invention of holiday gift bags, people like me are spared some of the embarrassment of messy gift wrapping. That’s not to say that I don’t enjoy tackling an oversized roll of ...

Blockbuster Shows Taking Shape at the Capitol Theatre in the New Year

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WHEELING — The Greater Wheeling Sports and Entertainment Authority recently announced a number of new concerts slated to take place in 2026 at the historic Capitol Theatre. From country to bluegrass and hall-of-fame classic rock, the smorgasbord of artists on tap so far for next year will ...

Live Music Roundup

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Friday, December 19 - Jason Treuman, Route 88 Burgers & Brew at Oglebay, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - The L’ecuyers, Hickman Lounge at Oglebay’s Wilson Lodge, Wheeling, 7-10 p.m. - Humble (Matt Heusel, Scotty Harkness and Brian “Nugget” Gorby), Silver Rail Bar & Grill, Wheeling, 8 ...

Strand Theatre Christmas Cabaret Returns Tonight

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MOUNDSVILLE — Once again, some favorite Strand Theatre performers are joining together for an evening of holiday music and cheer. The Strand Theatre Christmas Cabaret will take place at 7 p.m. today, Friday, Dec. 19. Sit back and relax to a slew of holiday selections, both classic and new. Admission is $10. Advance tickets available online at strandtheatrewv.com/events. Tickets will also be available at the door. Singers will be accompanied by Justin Jones, and the show will be emceed by Sadie Crow-Varlas.

Pennyroyal Opera House Welcomes Jeff Parker & Company

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FAIRVIEW — The Pennyroyal Opera House will host a bluegrass show today, Friday, Dec. 19, featuring Jeff Parker & Company. Famous for his mandolin-playing and vocal lead singing, with over 30 years in music, Parker has been part of the musical staff at the Renfro Valley Entertainment ...

Shake Off the Winter Blues — Rescheduled Taylor Swift Takeover & Silent Disco Is Set for Saturday

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TRIADELPHIA — Due to last week’s winter weather, the Taylor Swift Takeover & Silent Disco has been rescheduled to take place from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Highlands Sports Complex. Fans of all ages are welcome — from children to adults. This magical evening of music, dancing and celebration will feature a silent disco with multiple Taylor Swift music channels. There will be a friendship bracelet making station, $5 arcade cards, glow-in-the-dark bracelets, a photo booth, a buffet, “mocktails” and more. General admission and VIP Experience packages are ...