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Graham Appointed Wheeling HR Director
City Manager Robert Herron announced this week that Kayla Graham has been appointed to the position of human resources director, effective immediately. Graham has worked in the city's HR department since 2021.
"Kayla has done an excellent job as the human resources supervisor for more than a year. I believe she is a great fit to fill the position as the department's director and will build upon her success in her new role," he said.
Graham said she is looking forward to the next step in her professional journey.
"I am excited to advance my career with the City of Wheeling. I will continue working to reach city goals and objectives in an innovative, transparent and accountable manner. I look forward to maintaining connections with the city's employees as well as building a solid workforce to ensure top talent for the city," she said.
Graham is a graduate of Belmont College and West Liberty University where she earned her bachelor's degree. Graham has obtained her human resources certification and is enrolled in WLU's MBA program that commences in the fall.
Shrine Club Hosting Fundraiser Breakfast Saturday
WEIRTON -- The Northern Panhandle Shrine Club will hold its all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. at its Shrine club building located at 1221 Rice Blvd., just off of Cove Road in Weirton.
The breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs and sausage. Drinks included are coffee, orange juice, hot tea and hot chocolate.
The meal cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children ages 6-12. Children under age 6 eat for free.
This will be the last breakfast until October.
Annual Spring Quilt Show Underway In Steubenville
STEUBENVILLE -- "Trip Around the World," "Starburst," "Irish Chain," and "Sweet Liberty" are just a few of the themes on display at the annual spring quilt show under way at the Visitor Center at Historic Fort Steuben.
The kickoff was Monday for the show that continues through April 22.
"More than 30 quilters from Ohio and West Virginia have submitted their creations for the exhibit," explained Judy Bratten, director of Historic Fort Steuben.
There will be 46 quilts in this year's show reflecting a variety of techniques as well as designs. Some are hand quilted and pieced while others are machine worked. Men and women are participating in the show reminding visitors that quilting is a skill not limited to sex or age.
Visitors can vote for their favorite quilt at $1 per vote. They can purchase a $5 ticket as part of a drawing for a quilt made by local artist Karen Nicholson. Tickets are available until June 4.
The exhibit will be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to the public. Historic Fort Steuben is located at 120 S. Third St., Steubenville. For information call (740) 283-1787.