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

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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 second graduating class. “Members of the Wheeling University community are grateful to the Sonneborns for the lasting legacy they have left. This gift will impact the lives of students today and in the future,” said Wheeling University President Dianna M. Vargo. In keeping with the ...

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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; Grandview, Wheeling Heights will be closed on Tuesdays; 36th Street, South Wheeling will be closed on Wednesdays; and Garden Park in Warwood will be closed on Thursdays. All pools will operate from noon to 6 p.m., weather permitting. New to the pools this year, kids will have an opportunity to attend ...

A 'Berry' Big Day in Martins Ferry

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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 ...

Picture Perfect Night for Fun Fest Fridays

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Photo by Eric Ayres Hundreds of visitors of all ages gathered at Wheeling Park on Friday night for the weekly seasonal Fun Fest Fridays, providing free weekly entertainment and family fun outdoors every Friday night through Labor Day weekend.

Ohio River Splashtacular Set For Sunday

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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, ...