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Wands to the ready for the 2nd Annual Wizarding Festival on Saturday
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — If you’re a fan of Wizardry and mystical magic, then you’ll want to come out to Wheeling’s Heritage Port on Saturday for a special event. It’s the 2nd Wheeling Wizarding Festival on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Heritage Port. The event will feature a variety of vendors, entertainment, a […]
Wheeling Central Softball Forces Do-Or-Die Game 3
ST MARYS, W.Va. (WTRF)– Wheeling Central Softball defeated St Marys 2-1 on the road Tuesday to push the Sectional Series to Game 3. Josie Frizzel pitched seven strong innings of 1-run ball (not earned) with eight strikeouts. The series will return to Wheeling Wednesday evening for a ‘winner-take-all-game.’
The Public Market takes home the top prize at Show of Hands
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – 4 local business owners went head to head this evening for another “Show of Hands” event by Wheeling Heritage. These individuals pitch their ideas to the audience, who vote for one to receive a big cash prize. The contestants featured Autumn Dobbs of Butter Me Up Cookies, Travis McBride of Big […]
Denny Magruder is your new mayor of Wheeling
Denny Magruder is your new Mayor of Wheeling For many years he was Executive Director of Wheeling’s Sports and Entertainment Authority, and now that he’s retired, Magruder says he finally has the time to give back to a city he’s passionate about. He says his time in the private sector taught him a lot about […]
FunFest Fridays kicks off at Wheeling Park on May 24
WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling Park has announced the launch of FunFest Fridays, sponsored by Belmont Savings Bank. Organizers say the festivities will kick off on Friday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m. with an electrifying live performance by Twice as Nice at 7:00 p.m. Attendees are invited to immerse themselves in an evening of excitement, activities, […]
Sentencing delayed for Colerain HS student who pleaded guilty to assaulting teacher
CINCINNATI — A Colerain High School student who pleaded guilty to assaulting his teacher earlier this year will have to wait to learn his sentence. It happened in January when police said a Colerain High School teacher was severely injured after she was assaulted by a 15-year-old student. The...
Warwood Middle “jazzes up the stalls” with artwork and positive messaging
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – Students at one local school can now take advantage of a colorful space that offers convenience and positivity. The “Jazz up the Stalls” program at Warwood Middle School was recently completed. The project was funded through the Women’s Giving Circle and provided a new look for the stalls and walls […]
Godsmack and Nothing More coming to West Virginia
Rock band Godsmack is bringing their Fall 2024 tour to Wheeling, West Virginia. Godsmack will be joined by Nothing More and Flat Black which features Jason Hook formerly of Five Finger Death Punch. The tour will be at WesBanco Arena on October 23. Venue presale starts on Thursday, May 16 at 10am with the code: […]
11th Annual Law Enforcement Memorial honors the nine fallen Wheeling Police officers
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Last year in the United States 136 officers lost their lives in the line of duty. Since the department was formed 218 years ago, nine Wheeling Police officers have made that ultimate sacrifice. To honor and remember these officers, the Wheeling Police Department held their...
St. Clairsville celebrates 25th year with Tree City USA recognition
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, Ohio — The city of St. Clairsville is celebrating its 25th consecutive year as a Tree City USA. Given by the Arbor Day Foundation, this award recognizes cities that plant and care for the trees on their property. With a presentation, Mayor Kathryn Thalman proclaimed Friday as...
WVU Medicine to provide “ER Tent” at Ogden Wellness Weekend
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Ogden Wellness Weekend is just 10 short days away with many getting in some last-minute training leading up to the events. WVU Medicine, a main event sponsor, will have an ER Tent at the event to help with minor injuries. 7News spoke with WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital’s Registered Nurse […]
HUD visits Wheeling to boost local housing efforts, eyes future expansions
WHEELING, W.Va. — HUD officials visited Wheeling on Monday to collaborate with local shelters to provide housing. Officials visited the Life Hub, one of the Wheeling Housing Authority's properties meant to help those experiencing homelessness. "When I see things like this, housing authorities that are really stepping up and...
Laughlin Memorial Chapel cuts the ribbon on a brand new recreation area
Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – Some kids got a chance to hit the court as the Friendly City hosted a ribbon cutting this afternoon behind the Laughlin Memorial Chapel. It’s all to commemorate a brand new recreational area for the chapel. For many years, members been worried about property surrounding the area in decline.So, they decided […]
Voter turnout for West Virginia primary drops compared to 2020 cycle
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) — They’re votes that decide candidates, set up the races and change the face of our political system…and they don’t take place in November. If you voted in West Virginia’s primary, you helped set the foundation for a major election later this year. But your ballot was one of only about […]
Local organization hosts an Afternoon of Tea with Friends
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — A special group of talented women gathered on Tuesday in Wheeling to enjoy an elegant tea party with each other. The Advocates for the Rights of Citizens hosted its Afternoon Tea with Friends Tuesday at Waterfront Hall with some help from Enchanted Parties by Carrie. ARC hosts an annual talent show […]
Nailers Say Goodbye to the 2023-24 Season
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)– After getting swept by the Toledo Walleye last Friday, the Nailers are officially in the off-season. While they didn’t quite reach all their goals, Derek Army, Davis Bunz, and the rest of the roster will never forget what’s been a special season in Wheeling…
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