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Hey Wheeling, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Warm weather jump-starts riverfront views project, Cinderella royal tea, and Jillian Heusohn’s ceramics show + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Wheeling protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Warm weather restarts project: Tree and brush clearing is underway at Heritage Port to improve views of the Ohio River and Wheeling Suspension Bridge, with work continuing between WesBanco Arena and the south end — get all the details.

Targeted spending aids community upgrades: U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito toured Wheeling projects in February, discussing federal funding she helped secure, including support for Crittenton Services’ expansion and city upgrades to infrastructure and safety facilities — see which projects got funding.

Florida artist in focus: Jillian Heusohn’s solo ceramics show Timeless Collaborations opened Feb. 27 at the Wheeling Artisan Center and is on view through April 7, part of Ceramics Take Over Wheeling’s citywide celebration — get all the exhibit details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Meet Cinderella’s cast at royal tea
• Book club discusses “Eight Perfect Murders”
• Join Shadyside’s Adult Fiction Book Club
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Twirl-worthy comfort carbs: Figaretti’s Restaurant nails weeknight pasta magic with handmade potato gnocchi, saucy spaghetti, and Fig’s Heaping Lasagna. The cozy, family vibe makes lingering inevitable… and when only a red-sauce fix will do, this is the spot to remember.

Retro treasure hunt: Whether your closet craves nostalgia or relief from fast fashion, Outdated Threads curates ’70s to ’90s tees, sweatshirts, jackets, and oddball gems that feel discovered, not delivered. Let a throwback earn prime rotation… your future favorite could be hiding on the next rack.

Three-minute reset: Need a midweek reboot? At ThrIVe Wheeling, whole-body or local cryotherapy takes about three minutes. Think post-ice-bath energy without soggy socks. Soothe sore spots, ease inflammation, speed recovery, and step out lighter, mentally and physically, in a chilled little burst.

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🕵 Murder Mystery Book Club @ Shadyside Public Library | Tuesday (3/3) at 6:00 PM – Sharpen sleuthing skills at the murder mystery book club, first Tuesdays at 6pm, free, no registration, and open to all who love a twist. We’re tackling Verity, The Girl Who Survived, and The Locked Ward. Trade theories, sip something, and leave HOA drama at home.

🧘 Community Yoga @ Appalachian Homestead | Tuesday (3/3) at 6:00 PM – Waterfront Yoga is moving indoors, getting cozy at Appalachian Homestead with Kylie Ignace and Lindsay Schooler leading all-levels, heart-centered flows. It’s drop-in and pay-what-you-can, mats to borrow if you forget, and the shop’s open for container refills, tea, or small-town gossip.

🧓 Senior Day @ Shadyside Public Library | Wednesday (3/4) at 11:00 AM – Every first Wednesday, the Shadyside Public Library turns into the unofficial clubhouse for the 55+ set. Drop in for easygoing social time, rotating crafts, games, and low-pressure fun, no registration, just good company. Questions? Call 740-676-0506 like it’s 1998.

📖 Storytime @ Belmont County District Library | Wednesday (3/4) at 11:00 AM – Need a midweek reset for you and the tiny tornadoes? Storytime with Miss Anessa is an hour of reading, rhyming, singing, and blessedly structured fun for little ones 2+, and their grownups. Free, no sign-ups, yes, someone else reads the same story five times.

🧘 Mystic Aleena Yoga @ Appalachian Homestead Resources | Wednesday (3/4) at 11:00 AM – A donation-based yoga session with Mystic Aleena, upstairs at Appalachian Homestead Resources, blends easygoing movement, breathwork, and stillness your spine will write a thank-you note for. All levels, zero pretzel flexing, complimentary hot tea with local honey, and a post-class browse through the shop.

🧘 Warm, Gentle Yoga Series @ Appalachian Homestead | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Upstairs at Appalachian Homestead means cozy yoga without the sauna drama or pretzel poses. A three-week, by-donation warm, beginner-friendly flow, 75 to 78 degrees, with breathwork, meditation, and deep relaxation. Drop in, borrow a mat, sip hot tea, and park free out back.

🎶 Jam Night @ Waterfront Hall | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Trade the basement buzz for historic Waterfront Hall as Ohio Valley Gigs hosts the valley’s premier open jam. Full pro setup, house band on call for any style, and zero load-in nonsense, just bring your instrument. Free to watch or play, networking’s sneaky good.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Wheeling report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 56°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 88%

Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 56. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 47. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 59°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 71%

Rain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 59. East wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain likely before 7pm, then rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 54. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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