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Neely’s Grocery kicks off its first Easter celebration
Wheeling (W.Va.) — Neely’s Grocery hosted its first Easter Egg Hunt and Cookout on Sunday. Music, games, and food were present for families to enjoy at their leisure. After the egg hunt, ‘Easter-dogs’ – grilled ham with a pineapple glaze in a hotdog bun – were cooked up and served for guests to savor. Maria […]
Wheeling Island Hotel- Casino closes again due to flooding
Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack will close today at 5 p.m. due to the threat of flooding from the Ohio River and will remain closed until further notice. All promotions for today are cancelled. Look for updates on the Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack website, social media and email. Wheeling is now expected to crest at 39.9′ Wheeling Island […]
Easter activities continue at Oglebay Good Zoo
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — As Easter Sunday approaches, one local zoo continues hosting various fun activities for all ages. Many families made their way out to the Oglebay Good Zoo this weekend to participate in all the Easter activities they had to offer. Upon arriving, kids were given a basket to store all the […]
Dog parks opening for the season on Monday
The Fitzsimmons Family Dog Parks at the Tunnel Green Recreation Complex in East Wheeling and at Garden Park in Warwood will re-open for the season on Monday, April 1. The dog park at Wheeling Park, managed by the Wheeling Park Commission, is also open. Each of the Fitzsimmons Family Dog Parks dog is divided into two sections […]
Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack remains closed following flood
WHEELING, W.Va. – Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack released this statement Friday on operations following local flooding: “Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack remains closed due to the flooding, but with the Ohio River having crested at 10 p.m. Thursday and receding today, we have begun cleanup of impacted areas. The hotel and gaming floor were not impacted, and critical […]
WLU Hilltop Players performing “Puffs” – a Harry Potter spinoff
WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – If you’re looking to step into a ‘Wizarding World’ based off the well-known tale of ‘the boy who lived,’ then “Puffs” at West Liberty University has you covered. The West Liberty University Hilltop Players are following the loveable losers’ perspective, otherwise known as the “Puffs,” throughout seven eventful years that […]
Plug in and play for 75 friends at CA House performance room
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio (WTRF) — All musicians know that learning and mastering a song is only half the battle. Eventually, you’ll have to learn it well enough to perform for someone…standing under the lights and feeling the stare of an audience. But players in St. Clairsville are now conquering their stage fright with the help […]
Cleanup begins at Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack remains closed due to the flooding, but with the Ohio River having crested at 10 p.m. Thursday and receding on Friday, the casino has begun cleanup of impacted areas. The hotel and gaming floor were not impacted, and critical systems were maintained using a generator. Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack looks […]
Pet of the week: Daisy
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — Wendy from the Ohio County Animal Shelter joined 7News at Noon with Pet of the Week, Daisy. Daisy is a 6-year-old corgi mix that was brought to the shelter about a week ago. Shelter employees say she was left on the home porch with a note stating that she could […]
The Oz Escape: An Interactive Experience is coming locally
WHEELING, W.Va. — The Oz Escape: An Interactive Experience is coming to Wheeling! The magical world of Oz will fill the streets of downtown Wheeling in the form of an outdoor escape room-style experience. Participants will use their phones to follow hidden clues, solve witty puzzles, and complete fun challenges as they walk around the […]
Famous illusionist headlines Wheeling Rotary fundraiser for King’s Daughters Childcare Center
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – “Experience the Extraordinary” this Spring with Wheeling’s international illusionist, Craig Karges. Wheeling’s Rotary club is hosting their annual fundraiser at The West on May 16, with all proceeds benefiting King’s Daughter Childcare Center located in East Wheeling. King’s Daughter is currently undergoing a $2.5 million renovation and the Rotary is […]
Wheeling Heritage presents a Handmade Holiday: Spring Market
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling Heritage is gearing up for the Handmade Holiday: Spring Market on Saturday, May 4, at the Wheeling Artisan Center, 1400 Market Street. This event will once again showcase local creative entrepreneurs and artisans and the products they sell. Handmade Holiday: Spring Market allows attendees to shop for unique gifts […]
Have a delicious Jersey Mike’s sub and help WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) One local restaurant is giving diners the chance to enjoy one of their delicious subs to help children. Wondering what to eat and like helping others? Head to Jersey Mike’s Subs on Wednesday, March 27 and grab a sub: 100 percent of your purchase—whether in-store, online or through the app—will go […]
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