US and Iran dig in and ramp up threats as war rages with no end in sight

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran's attacks on regional oil infrastructure and pledges to choke off maritime traffic left markets on edge Tuesday as the United States promised blistering new strikes. The war entered its 11th day with no end in sight as its effects were felt across the ...

Ballouz Remembered for Unwavering Tenacity, Love of His Community

WHEELING – Wheeling resident Charlie Ballouz was a very familiar face to many people around the Friendly City, where over the decades he emerged as one of the most active and passionate voices when it came to local public policy. Friends and colleagues remembered Ballouz this week after ...

School Would Start Aug. 26 Under Proposed Calendar

WHEELING – After their summer break, Ohio County public school students would return to the classrooms on Aug. 26 under a proposed school calendar presented to board of education members Monday night. A total of 1,194 people – among them students, parents, staff and community members – ...

WPHS, John Marshall Dominate At State Robotics Championships

WHEELING – There were four teams in the finals at the West Virginia State Robotics Championship on Monday – three from Wheeling Park High School and one from John Marshall High School. In the end, an alliance of WPHS Iron Patriots teams X-Ray and Yikes won the high school robotics state ...

Warwood Dog Park Opens Early

WHEELING – Tails were wagging and pet owners were enjoying the unseasonably warm and pleasant weather Monday when the city of Wheeling opened the Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park in Warwood. City officials said residents had been inquiring about the possibility of opening one or both of the dog ...