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

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Candlelit sound bath, your data is for sale right now, and Shara Nova reimagines Penelope’s Odyssey + 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

Local philanthropy fuels empowerment: The Women’s Giving Circle at the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley gave $50,470 to nine groups helping young women, including $10,000 to Children’s Home of Wheeling for trauma-informed care — see which programs benefited.

Utility planning debate ahead: West Virginia regulators rescheduled the public hearing on Appalachian Power and Wheeling Power’s long-term energy plans to May 19 and 20, with stakeholders weighing in on the companies’ October filings — see who’s weighing in.

Local commute back on track: Route 2 reopened in North Wheeling after a major water line break last month near Fourth and Main, officials said, with lanes open again for drivers heading through the neighborhood — read the full story.

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.

Highlights this week:

• Candlelit sound bath with Chelsey Keding
• Shara Nova reimagines Penelope’s Odyssey
• Unwind with low-impact chair yoga

🫶 We got your back

Old-school deli vibes: Family-run since 1950, Schmidt Brothers Deli & Carryout turns out hot or cold subs, stromboli, and pepperoni rolls on fluffy Chico Bakery bread. It’s the kind of quick, satisfying lunch that carries you through errands and Ohio Valley weather… simple, classic, and exactly what you’re craving.

Go-to green escape: Need a quick nature reset? At Oglebay Park, wander trails, take in hillside views, explore gardens, play golf, and visit the Good Zoo. Linger or make a full day of it. When the week gets loud, this Wheeling classic keeps the outdoors close, easy, and fun.

All aboard nostalgia: From starter sets to detailed locomotives, Patrick’s Trains fuels new obsessions and gets old layouts rolling again. Browse gear, get service and repairs, and tinker to your heart’s content… without sacrificing the dining table forever.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 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.

🧠 Healthy Body, Healthy Brain @ Belmont County District Library (Martins Ferry) | Tuesday (3/10) at 1:00 PM – If your brain could use a tune-up, Dr. Judy Romano is hosting free, no registration sessions every Tuesday in March at 1 pm on living longer, and sharper. Expect bite-size science on diet, stress, exercise, and even spiritual fitness, straight from 30 years of research.

☯ Beginner Tai Chi @ Belmont County District Library (Martins Ferry) | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – Wednesday mornings call for a gentle reset, so join Mike Turrentine for beginner Tai Chi at the library. It’s free, no registration, no mat, no excuses, just steady breathing and wobbly-but-happy balance. Wear comfy clothes, bring water, and your best I’m-trying face.

📚 Adult Fiction Book Club @ Shadyside Public Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Grab your well-loved paperback and join the Shadyside Public Library’s Adult Fiction Book Club on second Wednesdays. No registration, just opinions, snacks you probably won’t share, and this month’s pick, The Tenant. Questions? Call (740) 676-0506, then pretend you knew that all along.

🧘 Beginner Yoga @ Belmont County District Library (Martins Ferry) | Thursday (3/12) at 10:00 AM – Thursday mornings call for a little stretch and sanity at the library with Beginner Yoga led by Ashley Wear. Gentle poses, breathing, and a dash of meditation, free with no sign-up, bring water and a mat if you can, extras provided.

📚 Lil’ Bookworms Story Time and Craft @ Bellaire Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – The library’s Lil’ Bookworms gives you a short story time with Miss Bri, an easy craft, and giggles you can hear three stacks over. Great for kids 3 to pre‑K, and for any grownup who appreciates glue sticks, calm minutes, and bringing home something lopsided.

🎸 Jam Night @ Waterfront Hall | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – On Thursday nights at Waterfront Hall, Ohio Valley Gigs runs the valley’s go-to jam. They bring stage, drums, amps, and a house band; you bring your instrument and that tune you’ve been threatening to play. It’s free for players and spectators, big on community.

📖 Storytime @ Shadyside Public Library | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Miss Jenn hosts a sweet, sanity-saving storytime for kids 2 and up with their grownups, with rhymes, songs, and plenty of wiggles. Bring the littles, claim a chair, and let someone else read for an hour. Free, no signup, just show up and smile.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Wheeling report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 71°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 18%

A slight chance of rain after 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. South wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Rain likely between 2am and 5am, then rain likely and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 94%

Rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 76. Southwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Rain and a chance of thunderstorms before 5am, then a chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 35. West wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

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