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Inclusion on Ice event set for Wheeling Park Memorial Ice Rink

WHEELING — The fifth-annual Inclusion on Ice event will be gliding into Wheeling Park Memorial Ice Rink from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The event is free and open to the public. Organizers encourage people of all ages and abilities to come out and skate, whether it is their first or 500th time on the ice. Volunteers, including Wheeling Nailers players, will be on hand to assist — whether they are children, adults or people in wheelchairs. Adaptive equipment will be available, including walkers and hockey sleds. Participants can enjoy free items and activities, including face ...

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Summer sessions being offered PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Public Theater is accepting registrations for this year’s summer sessions. From first-time storytellers to experienced actors, this season’s lineup is offering something for every creative mind. Student camps and classes will be offered for children ages 6 through 17, according to officials. Adult classes for those 18 and older will be held as well. The following classes and camps will be offered for students: Auditioning for the student actor, a three-day course for those 15-17, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 16-18, $160; ...

Church sermon topics

The following churches announced their sermon topics for the week. • Bell Chapel United Methodist Church, Steubenville: The 10 a.m. sermon will be “Everybody, Always: What’s in Your Bucket?” given by the Rev. Seth Filburn. • Cadiz Presbyterian Church: “Life Questions, What Are You Looking For?” • Cove Presbyterian Church, Weirton: The 11 a.m. sermon will be “Valentine’s Day,” given by Elder Roger Criss. • Finley Church, Steubenville: The 10:45 a.m. sermon will be “Seeing the Potential that God Sees,” from the sermon series, “A World of ...

Survivor Art Show planned for March

STEUBENVILLE — Artwork for the Survivor Art Show entitled “Growth After the Storm,” is being sought by those with ALIVE and the Upper Ohio Valley Sexual Assault Help Center. This healing-centered exhibit will honor resilience, creativity and the powerful journeys of survivors as they move toward healing and growth. The show is open to those 18 years of age and older. Artists are invited to submit artwork that reflects themes of healing, strength, hope and growth following trauma. To ensure the exhibit is accessible to a wide audience, all artwork must adhere to a PG-13 ...

Quiz winner

Jefferson County Shooting Sports congratulated all participants in its Shooting Sports Quiz Bowl, featuring a timed test containing 50 questions related to shooting sports projects offered in 4-H. The quiz was available to those residing in Oregon, New Hampshire and Ohio. Ava Aftanas received ...

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Wildwood Critters meet STEUBENVILLE — The Wildwood Critters 4-H Club held its first meeting of the year Jan. 11. The following officers were elected: Blair Allison, president; Colte Sines, vice president; Molly King, treasurer; Leeanna Horstman, secretary; Braydon McConnell, health and safety officer; and Jaxan Sines, news reporter. The club discussed various camping options and fundraising ideas. A 4-H Week window topic was voted on and selected. The next meeting will be held Feb. 22.