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Mall Rats Unite

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I guess I should not have been surprised. Still I was in a little shock when we walked inside the mall located at the first exit in Washington, Pennsylvania. We had arrived early for a nearby doctor’s appointment and decided to walk around the inside of the mall to kill some time. It was cold and snowy outside so the mall would allow us shelter from the storm. But when we walked into the mall, it was a chilly reception to say the least. If the heat was on, it was not competing well with the outdoor temperatures. As we walked inside, our footsteps echoed loudly as the place once ...

Grand Vue Adventures’ Polar Zip Returns on Saturday

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MOUNDSVILLE — Embrace the chill of January and channel the vibes of summer at the third annual Polar Zip taking place at Grand Vue Adventures, a thrilling outdoor zipline and adventure park located in Marshall County. The Polar Zip begins at noon on Saturday, Jan. 25. Participants will ...

Towngate Theatre Has ‘Elvis’ On the Big Screen Tonight

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WHEELING — A unique movie theater in Wheeling, Towngate Theatre offers screenings of some of America’s most iconic films. The next presentation at Towngate Theatre in Center Wheeling will include a showing of “Elvis” on the big screen at 7:30 p.m. today, Friday, Jan. 24. There are no reservations required for the movie. “Elvis” is an epic, big-screen spectacle from Warner Bros. Pictures and visionary, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Baz Luhrmann that explores the life and music of Elvis Presley, starring Austin Butler and Oscar winner Tom Hanks. A thoroughly cinematic drama, ...

Live Music Roundup

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Friday, January 24 - Jim Berze, 19th Hole, Wheeling, 6-8 p.m. - Bob Gaudio, Route 88 Burgers & Brew at Oglebay, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - Gage Joseph, El Gran Patron, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. - New Age Adenas, Silver Rail Bar & Grill, Wheeling, 8 p.m. - Twice as Nice, Billy’s Brickyard, ...

Centennial Ice Skating Spectacular Set at Wheeling Park

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WHEELING — As part of Wheeling Park’s exciting 100-year anniversary celebration, the Centennial Ice-Skating Spectacular will be taking place from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, at the park’s renowned ice rink. This family-friendly event promises to be a fun experience for guests of all ages. Skaters will be able to glide through the decades to a soundtrack curated by DJ Brian Oliver, who will spin timeless tunes from various eras. The event will feature fun surprises, including special appearances by Spike, the Wheeling Nailers’ mascot, along with other fun characters to keep ...

It’s WinterFest at Oglebay!

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WHEELING — Oglebay welcomes the return of WinterFest this weekend. On Saturday, Jan. 25, the public is invited to come out to Schenk Lake at 1 p.m. for the thrilling Polar Plunge, where brave souls will take a freezing dip to support the Special Olympics of West Virginia. Participants ...