š± Whatās new at Wheeling parks before pools open June 6?
What's up Wheeling! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Whatās new at Wheeling parks before pools open June 6?
- How a $56M Wheeling Hospital project could reshape Ohio Valley care
- How Wheeling University students turned campus into a daylong research showcase
Also on today's calendar: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Warm with periods of sun, with a high of 77 and low of 61 degrees.
- Saturday: A gusty t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 81, low: 40.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy; windy, cooler, with a high of 54 and low of 31 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Arrival of spring brings Wheeling's playgrounds and dog parks back to life (wtov9.com) ā Wheelingās parks, playgrounds, and dog parks are buzzing again as city crews finish spring preparations and add new features like agility equipment at Fitzsimmons Dog Park. With pool upgrades underway and city pools set to open June 6, officials are still urgently hiring lifeguards to fully staff all four public pools and splash areas. 
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2. WVU Medicine approves $350M in projects, including new St. Clairsville Hospital (wtrf.com) ā Wheeling residents should know WVU Medicine is investing $56 million in Wheeling Hospital to create a new community hospital in nearby St. Clairsville, Ohio, consolidating outpatient services and adding emergency and inpatient care. Leaders hope to break ground as early as June and finish the two-phase project in about 15 months, expanding access for many Ohio Valley patients who already rely on Wheeling-based care. Ā Ā Ā
3. Wheeling University Students Present Projects During Annual Research Day (theintelligencer.net) ā Wheeling University students just wrapped up their 2026 Research Day and Scholarship Symposium, filling campus with more than 70 poster and oral presentations across multiple majors. Faculty say the growing event gives Cardinals hands-on experience sharing their work and building professional skills, from athletic training and nursing to business and psychology, all right here in Wheeling. Ā Ā Ā
4. Leadership Wheeling Alumni Association Hosts Aspiring Leaders Summit (theintelligencer.net) ā Aspiring leaders from around Wheeling gathered Thursday at Wheeling Universityās Troy Theater for the first Leadership Wheeling Alumni Association summit. Local business and nonprofit pros led talks and panels on leadership and entrepreneurship, while organizers encouraged residents to consider the long-running Leadership Wheeling program run by the Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce. Ā Ā Ā
5. Runner with Parkinson's on 100-marathon trek (theintermountain.com) ā A 71-year-old New Jersey runner living with Parkinsonās stopped in Wheeling on Friday as part of his quest to complete 100 marathons in 100 days across the country. His visit highlighted West Virginiaās high Parkinsonās rates and promoted his Strides For Humanity fundraiser, which has already brought in nearly $200,000 for research and support. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Wheeling
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Singing Servers: A Night in New York
American Legion Post #1, 45 Sycamore Ave, Wheeling
5:00 pm
Sunday April 19
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Other local events
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Beetle Juice Jr. Show
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
7:00 pm -
Purcellville Music and Arts Festival
250 S. Nursery Ave. , Purcellville
12:00 pm -
Strings Concert
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
6:00 pm -
State Social Studies Fair
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
8:00 am -
Spring Band Concert
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
6:30 pm
Saturday April 18
Saturday April 25
Monday April 27
Tuesday April 28
Wednesday April 29
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š Events Nearby
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The Art of Wine: Wine & Food Pairings
Oglebay Institute Stifel Fine Arts Center , 1330 National Rd , Wheeling
6:30 pm -
Pops 3 - Star Wars: A New Hope
Capitol Theatre , 1015 Main St , Wheeling
2:00 pm -
Beetle Juice Jr. Show
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
7:00 pm -
Indy Fuel at Wheeling Nailers
Wesbanco Arena , 2 14th St , Wheeling
7:10 pm -
Strings Concert
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
6:00 pm -
State Social Studies Fair
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling, WV 26003
8:00 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
Monday April 27
Tuesday April 28
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Good morning
Laborers in the field for the harvest is ripe May you and yours have a lovely day (Nextdoor North Wheeling Historic District)
- R.R. Donnelley posted a job opening for Document Production Associate - Various 1st Shift Schedules available in Wheeling. Apply here.
- WVU Medicine - West Virginia University Hospital System posted a job opening for Physician, Pathologist (Wheeling, WV) in Wheeling. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wheeling here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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