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Ohio River Splashtacular Set For Sunday

There will be excitement, fun and even a little bit of learning for folks of all ages coming Sunday, as the second annual Ohio River Splashtacular makes its way to Wheeling's Heritage Port. The free event, to be held from noon-4 p.m. Sunday will be full of activities for visitors to enjoy, ...

A ‘Berry’ Big Day in Martins Ferry

MARTINS FERRY — Fourth and Walnut streets in Martins Ferry will soon be overtaken by strawberries on Saturday. Project Forward’s annual Strawberry Festival will take place from noon until 9 p.m. The fifth annual festival aims to offer strawberry-flavored treats and family-friendly ...

Region Briefs

Wheeling's city pools open Saturday Wheeling's city pools are preparing to welcome swimmers back beginning Saturday, June 6. The city’s four pools will be open throughout the summer season with the following schedules: Bridge Park, Wheeling Island will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays; ...

Wheeling U. Alumna Sonneborn Leaves $500K Gift To University

Wheeling University recently received a more than half million-dollar gift, thanks to a bequest from a trust established by alumna Sandra Piper Sonneborn and her husband, Sydney. Sandra Sonneborn, or Sandy as she was known to her friends, was a member of the Class of 1960, the University’s ...

Moundsville Sheetz Opens To A Large Crowd

MOUNDSVILLE — After weeks of watching construction and waiting, Moundsville-area residents can now shop at the new Sheetz gas station. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday at the new station, located at 209 Lafayette Ave., Moundsville. A large crowd showed up for ...