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Free Screening of ‘Wizard of Oz’ Slated Tonight

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WHEELING — Grab those ruby red slippers and follow the yellow brick road to Wheeling’s Heritage Port tonight, Friday, July 12, for a free screening of the classic film “The Wizard of Oz.” The movie, rated G, will begin at dusk. “In honor of the award-winning film’s 85th anniversary this year, we thought it was an appropriate time to include the classic title in this summer’s lineup of free movies,” said Rochelle Barry, Wheeling Parks and Recreation director. In the film, a young farm girl and her little dog are magically transported into the enchanted land of Oz via a ...

Party on the Plaza Returns Saturday

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WHEELING — Party on the Plaza returns to Wheeling this weekend with a full slate of live music Saturday night, July 13, at the Plaza on Market downtown. Circus Saints & Sinners, along with support from an array of sponsors, presents this year’s event, touted as “The Summer’s Hottest ...

Live Music Roundup

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Friday, July 12 - Brother Randall, St. Michael Community Festival, Wheeling, 5-7:30 p.m. - Donnie Decena, Pike 40, Morristown, 5-8 p.m. - Jason Treuman, 19th Hole, Wheeling, 6-8 p.m. - New Age Adenas, Route 88 Burgers & Brew at Oglebay, Wheeling, 6-9 p.m. - Tongue N Cheek and Andy Timko, Jefferson Avenue, Moundsville, 6:15-10 p.m. - The Fantasy’s, Follansbee Community Days, 6:30-8 p.m. - Unique Suspects, Glen Dale Park, 7-9 p.m. - Matt Barranti Band, Wheeling Park Amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. - Gage Joseph and Wyatt Kidd, Prima Marina, Moundsville, 7-10 p.m. - The Muddle, ...

Knowing Your Place At The Table

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This summer’s bird-watching ritual has grown into a full-fledged lesson on the order of life. Our bird feeders have attracted more interest than usual with a wider array of winged creatures visiting. To our delight, the Baltimore orioles returned right on schedule to dip their beaks into the rich grape jelly we provide. The uniquely designed jelly feeder allows the birds to rest and eat at the same time. The only downfall has been the intrusion of a pesky squirrel and a pair of overweight raccoons. After several attempts to block the unwanted jelly thieves, we simply remove the ...

There’s No Place Like Back Home

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NEW MARTINSVILLE — Great live music and West Virginia-style hometown welcome will be in store this weekend as the Back Home Festival returns to New Martinsville. Kicking off today, Friday, June 28, and continuing through Sunday night, June 30, the annual event has grown into one of the most ...