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Red, Yellow, Green

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It’s been a very long time since I took a test to obtain my driver’s license. I remember studying a driver’s education booklet before taking the written test which I passed on my first go. It was only a few weeks after my 16th birthday that I successfully completed the driving portion of the testing to become a full-fledged member of the driving public. At that time, the West Virginia State Police held testing at their location in Triadelphia (that site no longer exists). My older brother, Herk, took me to take my driving test in the family’s station wagon. When I think about ...

Is Your Aging Parent Safe at Home?

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Dear Savvy Senior, After watching the coverage of the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case, I’m worried about my own elderly mother who lives alone in another state. I want to make sure she’s safe without being intrusive. Are there simple, affordable ways to check in on her from afar? – Concerned Son Dear Concerned, You’re not alone. High-profile cases like this often heighten fears, especially for adult children whose parents live alone and may be vulnerable. The good news is there are several free or low-cost ways to stay connected and gain peace of mind without infringing on your ...

Musical Passion Play 'He's Alive!' Rises Again

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WHEELING — “He's Alive!” the acclaimed musical passion play produced and directed by Heaven Bound Ministries, is returning to the historic Capitol Theatre in Wheeling this coming Palm Sunday weekend, March 27-29. The Friday and Saturday performances of March 27 and 28 begin at 7:30 ...

Thursday Music Club Auditions Announced

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WHEELING – The Thursday Music Club of Wheeling will sponsor the annual Young Musicians Auditions on March 20 and 21 at Vance Memorial Church in Wheeling. Fifty-seven students will present memorized solo selections in piano and voice as part of the event. This year’s auditions will be judged by Dr. Hsing-Yi Tsai for piano and Leslie Garrett for voice. The annual program highlights the musical talents and dedication of young performers from the area. The Thursday Music Club of Wheeling expressed enthusiasm for continuing the long-standing tradition of the auditions and their ...

What's Going On This Weekend

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Saturday, March 14-Wednesday, March 18 Saturday, March 14 MUSIC & ARTS Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” – 8 p.m. at Towngate Theatre, 2118 Market St. in Wheeling. The beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein musical “Cinderella” is coming to life on the Towngate stage. This magical fairy tale, filled with charm, elegance, and timeless enchantment tell the story of a young woman forced into servitude who dreams of – and achieves – a better life. Tickets are $20 ($18 OI members) for adults and $10 for children 13 & under. Purchase tickets online at oionline.com or call ...