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One person has been arrested and is facing multiple drug charges by the Wheeling Police Department.On Wednesday around 4:30 p.m., police were called to the Garden Park Apartments in Warwood for an initial trespassing-related call inside an apartment.When officers located the individual involved, they obtained a search warrant for the apartment and discovered 396.90 grams of methamphetamine, 7.98 grams of marijuana, and 2.85 grams of cocaine and prescription drugs inside.Jeremy Brandon Evans, 35 of Columbus, Ohio was arrested and charged with four counts of possession with intent to deliver and one count of felon in possession of a firearm.He was taken to the Northern Regional Jail, where he currently remains.

For nearly the last two decades, Warwood School has functioned as one preschool through grade 8 program. Now, Warwood School announces its official division into two distinctive schools: Warwood Elementary School and Warwood Middle School. While the physical structure of the school remains the same, the reclassification marks a strategic move towards efficiency and personalized learning.With this change, a streamlined administrative approach will now be in place: the school will have two separate head principals. Their role will include empowering their staff to make prompt decisions that focus on what’s best for students in their specific age groups.“What works for a student in grade 3 will be different than what works for a student in grade 8, and Mr. Demarest and I will be able to divide and conquer based on our areas of expertise,” Warwood Middle Principal, Jim Rowing, states. While the building will now function as two programs, much of what has been happening at Warwood will stay consistent. Both Warwood Elementary and Warwood Middle School remain dedicated to delivering a high-quality education. The schools also strive to include the Warwood community in both programs, as the community is essential to the success of the school. Various community businesses and partners in education will meet at Both programs will continue to collaborate and seek professional development when applicable.“This transition allows all of the staff to focus on a smaller group of kids and their academic, behavioral, and developmental needs, in order to maximize students’ potential. Everyone here is ready to get back to work in a more efficient manner,” Warwood Elementary Principal, Robert Demarest states. The proud tradition and spirit of Vikings Forever will stand as an integral part of both institutions.

Join in some Halloween fun as the City of Wheeling is hosting a Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree followed by a screening of Hocus Pocus 2. The event is slated for Saturday, Oct. 28 in Garden Park, Warwood.The Jack-O'-Lantern Jamboree will kick off at 5 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to play fall-themed games, receive some sweet treats along the Trunk-or-Treat Trail and make S'mores at the campfire stations. At dusk, Hocus Pocus 2 will be shown on the big screen. Costumes are encouraged, but not required.“This is our second year hosting the Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree. We are looking forward to seeing the costumes of the young and young at heart while enjoying the fall weather and having some Halloween fun,” said Director of Parks & Recreation Rochelle Barry.In the movie, featuring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, two young women accidentally bring back the Sanderson Sisters to modern-day Salem and must figure out how to stop the child-hungry witches from wreaking havoc on the world. The world may have been free of Winifred, Mary, and Sarah and the fear they invoked in us all, but what happens when you mess with magic? It messes back.Businesses or organizations wishing to have a candy station or vehicle along the Trunk-or-Treat Trail should contact Director of Parks & Recreation Rochelle Barry at [email protected].

Wheeling’s city pools will be open for fun in the sun beginning Saturday, June 3.The facilities – Garden Park, Warwood; Bridge Park, Wheeling Island; Grandview, Wheeling Heights and 36th Street, South Wheeling – will be open noon to 6 p.m., daily, weather permitting.“We are looking forward to another season at the City pools. The pools not only provide a recreational opportunity for our residents, but they are the perfect place to beat the summer heat,” said Rochelle Barry, director of parks and recreation, noting this weekend’s weather forecast includes temperatures in the upper 80s.Swimming lessons and Family Fun Nights will also be held at all locations at various times. A schedule of events can be viewed at wheelingrec.com.Moonlight swims are on tap every Tuesday in July from 6-8 p.m. at Garden and 36th Street pools and every Wednesday in July from 6-8 p.m. at Grandview and Wheeling Island facilitiesPools are being rented for evening pool parties. Those wishing to reserve a facility can do so by calling the Parks & Recreation office at 304-234-3641 or by booking online at wheelingrec.com.