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Wings Over Wheeling Air Show brings high flying excitement to WV
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Time flies when you’re having fun, especially at the Wings Over Wheeling 2024 Air Show. Dozens of aircrafts, vintage planes, and automobiles filled the Wheeling-Ohio County Airport for attendees of all ages to enjoy. Aeiral performances put on by some of the nation’s top...
FLOTSAM! River Circus docks at Wheeling’s Heritage Port
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Viewers from all over ‘stepped right up’ to Wheeling’s Heritage Port to bear witness to FLOTSAM! River Circus – a travelling troupe of musicians, circus artists, and puppeteers. Each summer, they choose a different river to float down on their handmade raft and this summer they chose the Ohio River, giving free […]
Asbestos removal at former Wheeling Inn progressing ahead of schedule
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The asbestos removal at the former Wheeling Inn at 10th and Main Streets is actually moving ahead of schedule. Officials say that portion of the work may be completed by September 16, which would clear the way for the next phase–the actual demolition of the old motel. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore […]
Progress continues on Wheeling Streetscape Project
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The Wheeling Streetscape project is still about a year from completion, but plenty of progress has been made since the start. Wheeling City Manager Robert Herron says Main Street is completely paved, but some brick bands and signage still need to be installed. He says the contractor is continuing work on […]
An OPEN LETTER to … Air Show and Splash Pad Decision Makers …
It feels like a couple of steps forward. It feels authentic and genuine, too. On purpose. Because you knew what you were doing. With the “Wings Over Wheeling” air show that begins today at 10 a.m. the Wheeling Ohio County Airport. With the new urban splash pad that was turned on this week at Heritage Port in downtown Wheeling.
$4.2M fiber broadband internet dedicated in Wetzel County
NEW MARTINSVILLE — More than 1,900 households in Wetzel and Harrison counties will now have the option to purchase broadband internet service thanks to the installation of 87 miles of new fiber cable. The project began about five years ago via a partnership between U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito,...
Main Line Water Valve Replacement
On Tuesday, August 27th, 2024, a main line water valve replacement will take place on Hutchinson Drive. Crews will start work around 8 AM. The following addresses may experience water loss, pressure issues, and, or discoloration during the repair process: On West Main Street, addresses 226 and 230. On Bethel Lane, address 100 and addresses 201 through and including 208. On Woodrow Avenue, addresses 184, 184 ½, 186, and 190. All of Border Lane. All of Hutchinson Drive. And possibly the following addresses on Sunset Drive, numbers 200 through and including 212. Please be aware that if you experience water loss, once water is restored, there will be a 48 Hour Boil Order.
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