Another Viewpoint

Anyone who regularly reads this weekly column knows that I rarely get political in this space. I tend to leave the heavy politics to the op-ed pages. While this week’s column may come off as politically-motivated, it’s not. With that being said, I will first say that I never cared for former president Joe Biden and his political leanings. However, I have always respected the office of the President of the United States. The fact that we, the voting public, elect the person to hold that title is somewhat sacred to me. As for the former president, I was saddened and moved by what I ...

Stop and Smell the Roses

When did the human race become a species in such a hurry? Ask any law enforcement officer with a radar gun, and I’m sure he or she will confirm we need to slow our roll. There are just too many distractions when we are behind the wheel to make matters worse. I can’t count the number of ...

Wheeling Fashion Week’s Debut Show Sells Out

WHEELING — Wheeling Fashion Week is proud to unveil the highly anticipated lineup for its debut runway show, taking place Saturday, June 7, at the iconic Waterfront Hall. The evening will be an unforgettable celebration of fashion and community spotlighting a dynamic mix of established and ...

Celebrity Scoopers Hit the Road for the United Way

WHEELING — Get ready for a sweet summer treat with a generous scoop of community spirit as the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley is proud to announce the return of its popular Celebrity Scoopers fundraiser — with an exciting twist. This year, Celebrity Scoopers is going on the road, ...

Celebrating the Old and the New at Ohio Valley Frontier Days

STEUBENVILLE — From tossing a tomahawk to making rag dolls, there will be two days of hands-on-history as Historic Fort Steuben presents its annual festival, Ohio Valley Frontier Days, June 7 and 8. “For nearly 40 years, Historic Fort Steuben has welcomed people to experience history,” ...