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The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – A Daddy & His Daughter

The federal prosecutor was a husband and a father at the time he was tackling organized crime in Wheeling.

Murray Stafford: ‘I Can’t Imagine Anything Better’

He announced his retirement from teacher at the end of April.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – A Truck Stop’s Convicted King

The business benefited from the fact that no one knew each other.

Ty Thorngate: ‘It’s Not Just a Place, It’s a Vibe’

The city councilor brings a few unique perspectives to his Ward Five position.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Tom Burgoyne, G-Man

He may have been a native of New England, but he adored the people of the Wheeling area.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – The Cocaine Courier

The narcotic was very popular in the Wheeling area beginning in the late 1970s.

Sheriff James Zusack: ‘I Try to Help Somebody Every Day’

The sheriff became the top cop in Belmont County in January.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – ‘Max’ and His Mob Bars

For decades, "Mom and Pop" bars were networked with Wheeling's organized crime.

The Children of Wheeling’s Mob Era – Eyes on Ernie’s Esquire

The eatery was known as the best supper club in the entire Upper Ohio Valley.