Wheeling’s downtown has been remade over the past five years — not in small ways, but with big, bold strides. From major infrastructure investments to open and vibrant public spaces, the city is recapturing its historic heart.

Now, leaders are setting their sights on something that doesn’t require a new building or ribbon-cutting, but likely will be even more impactful to the city’s overall health and image: giving residents and visitors a clearer view of the Ohio River.

City officials are preparing a project to trim back trees and brush along the riverbank near the south end of Heritage Port. It’s a simple step — yet one with big potential. The Ohio River is one of Wheeling’s greatest natural assets. Its views — stretching from the historic Suspension Bridge to Wheeling Island and beyon

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