Markita Rae Thomas, Realtor

09/01/2026

🌉✨ A new month means a whole new list of things to do around the Ohio Valley!

From Tuesday, September 1 through Sunday, September 6, there are plenty of ways to get out of the house, and enjoy everything happening close to home!

This week’s lineup includes:

🧘 Yoga, breathwork & wellness events
🥁 Cardio drumming
🏃 Run Club
🎬 Free Movie Night featuring GOAT
🎶 Live music throughout the valley
🏺 Kids’ pottery
🪵 The Art of Wood Carving & Sculpture Show
📜 Free parchment workshops
🌅 Sunset Saturdays
👻 A Twilight Paranormal Tour
🎸 That Arena Rock Show
🌙 Night Zip at Grand Vue
🏄 A sunrise SUP, hike & sound bath triathlon
…and plenty more!

Swipe through the Tuesday–Sunday graphics, save the events you’re interested in, and if you know of something happening in the OV drop it in the comments and share with the community!

Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. 🌉✨

08/25/2026

🌉✨ A new week means a whole new list of things to do around the Ohio Valley!

From Tuesday through Sunday, our communities are packed with live music, fitness and wellness activities, family fun, festivals, local markets, and a few spooky adventures! 👻

This week’s lineup includes:

🧘 Yoga, breathwork & cardio drumming
🎨 Kids’ pottery & library activities
🏃 Run Club
🧶 Chicks with Sticks
🎶 Live music throughout the valley
💃 Toe Tappin Tuesdays
❤️ Queen of Hearts
🎸 Dwight Yoakam at the Capitol Theatre
🥧 The Annual Pie Fling
🌿 Fill Your Cup Festival
👻 Paranormal tours & an overnight ghost hunt
🌅 Sunset Saturdays
…and plenty more!

Swipe through the Tuesday- Sunday graphics, save the events you’re interested in, and send this post to the friend who is always saying, “There’s nothing to do around here.” 😂

There is truly so much to do, so close to home!

Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. ❤️🌉

08/25/2026

You have to see this one in person to really appreciate how beautiful it is!😍

Call to schedule a private tour 304-914-6854

08/24/2026

Today one of my clients gave me a little basket she made for me just for showing her houses. 🥹💗

We haven't even gotten anything under contract yet.

It's easy to get caught up in the contracts, closings, numbers, and craziness that comes with real estate, but moments like this remind me that this career is so much more than selling houses.

People trust me with a huge chapter of their lives. They let me into their homes, tell me their plans, share their excitement (and sometimes their stress 😂), and trust me to help them find the place that's going to become home.

I never expect anything from my clients other than the opportunity to do my job well, so gestures like this mean more to me than they probably realize. 🥹

I have truly been blessed with some of the sweetest clients, and I'm so grateful for every person who chooses me to be part of their journey. ❤️🏡

Now we've just gotta find this girl a house!! 😂🔑

08/21/2026

✨️NEW LISTING✨️

📍59 Noah Dr Valley Grove, WV

Bring your plans and make this property your own! This versatile lot is already equipped with electric, public water, and public sewer hookups, taking some of the work out of getting started. With a mix of open space and trees, the property offers a peaceful setting with plenty of room for your ideas. Existing parking areas provide convenient space for vehicles or recreational use. Whether you're looking for a place to build, set up your own camper, or simply enjoy a little piece of land, this property is full of possibilities.
Carport included-
**Camper shown in photos does not convey with the property.**

Call to schedule a private viewing 304-914-6854

Travis Broadwater, Broker
520 National Rd. Wheeling WV, 26003

08/20/2026

❤️🤍💙

Vote in any or all categories once per day August 19th through August 26th EDT!

08/19/2026

🌉❤️ Looking for Weekend plans?

There is SO much happening around the valley this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from live music and community events to wellness activities, family fun, & local vendors!

This weekend’s lineup includes:

🎶 Live music throughout the valley
🧘 Yoga, a floating sound bath & Relax and Receive
🧵 The 4th Annual Quilt Show
🛍️ Local markets & a Small Business Showcase
🍽️ FlavorFest & Jazz in the Garden
🏄 Sunset paddleboarding
🎬 Free Movie Night at Heritage Port
🥋 A free self-defense class
👻 A Twilight Paranormal Tour
🌙 Basecamp After Dark
…and plenty more!

Swipe through the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday graphics, save the events you’re interested in, and start making those weekend plans! 📲
& as always if you know of something going on drop it in the comments & share with the community!

Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. ❤️🌉
So Much To Do. ❤️ So Close To Home.

08/18/2026

🌉✨ A new week means a new list of things to do around the Ohio Valley!

From Monday, August 17 through Thursday, August 20, there are plenty of ways to get out, connect with the community, and enjoy everything happening close to home!

This week’s lineup includes:

🧘 Yoga and Express Vinyasa
🥁 Cardio Drumming
🎶 Bistro Beats and Jam Night
🏃 Run Club
🎸 Waterfront Wednesdays
💃 Toe Tappin Tuesdays …and more!

Swipe through the daily graphics, save your favorites, & if you know of something going on in the valley drop it in the comments & Share with the community!

💥•Wednesday Queen of Hearts at Undos in Benwood!
•Community Yoga at the River @ Heritage Port 6:30 PM
•Jefferson County fair August 16th-22nd

I’ll be back with the weekend lineup next! 👀

Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. ❤️🌉
So Much To Do. ❤️ So Close To Home.

08/13/2026

🌉❤️Lloking for weekend plans in the Ohio Valley?!

🎶 Tons of live music
🍺 Mountaineer Brewfest
🏊 Throwback Pool Party
🛍️ Local markets
🧘 Yoga & Cardio Drumming
🎨 Mommy & Me Concrete Canvas Class
🏄 Sunset Paddle Boarding
🎉 Community festivals & block parties
🎸 Jefferson Fridays with Yachtopia
🌅 Sunset Saturdays
& Plenty more!

Swipe through the Friday, Saturday & Sunday graphics and start making those weekend plans. 📲

As always, feel free to share this post with your friends who are constantly saying “there's nothing to do around here.” 😂 Because apparently... there is A LOT. & if you know of something going on, drop it in the comments & share with the community!

Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. ❤️🌉
So Much To Do. ❤️ So Close To Home.

08/10/2026

🌉✨ A new week means a new list of things to do around the Ohio Valley!

Monday through Thursday has a little bit of everything happening around the valley whether you're looking to get moving, unwind, enjoy some live music, or find something fun to do with the family!

🧘 Yoga, breathwork & cardio drumming
🎒 Back-to-School fun
🏃 Run Club
🎶 Java Jams, Bistro Beats & Jam Night
🧶 Chicks with Sticks
🥤 Boozy milkshakes
🎸 Waterfront Wednesdays featuring Yacht Rocket
🤠 Toe Tappin' Tuesdays featuring On the Rocks..and more!

💥Events from comments-
•Friday Aug 14 at the Alpha. Come out and hear Hollow featuring Joe Carr 8pm!
•Every Wednesday the Queen of Hearts Drawing at 8pm Undos in Benwood! This week the Jackpot is over $880,000!

There really is so much to do, so close to home. ❤️
Save these graphics for later, share them with someone who's always asking "what's there to do around here?" 😂 and tag your friends to make some plans!

I'll be back with the weekend lineup next! 👀
Live Local. Have Fun. Make Memories. 🌉❤️
And as always, if you know of something going on in the valley drop it in the comments & share with the community! & If you have an event you want me to share, send me a message or email😊