15 Wheeling-Based Instagram Accounts You Should Be Following Jessica Broverman October 10, 2020 Whether you have been here for years, new to town, or just passing through, Wheeling truly has something for everyone – and staying connected has never been easier! No matter what category you fall in, you can enjoy all that Wheeling has to offer by seeing it virtually through Instagram. Here are some of the top Wheeling-based Instagram accounts that will help keep you tuned in to what’s happening in our community. Food and Drink View this post on Instagram Tanya loves this English muffin bread from @greenridgefarmwv ! Her favorite way to eat it is sliced with jam and it’s now her favorite bread for sandwiches. In fact, this weekend she toasted it to make an egg sandwich featuring microgreens and heirlooms from @growov . Just a reminder that Milt from Green Ridge Farm delivers fresh bread and pepperoni rolls every Thursday morning. A post shared by A Year Round Farmers Market (@publicmarketwv) on Sep 14, 2020 at 1:59pm PDT Public Market (@publicmarketwv) Go local and go natural by checking out the Public Market’s Instagram page. Seasonal meals made for the busiest individuals, pumpkins just in time for fall and the absolute best place to find organic and all-natural grocery options. This is a fun and colorful Instagram page fit for anyone who loves food, natural products and enjoys supporting local farmers and businesses. View this post on Instagram Now Open until 10pm?‼️ Tuesday • Our Infamous Chicken Noodle plus brand new Contact Free Menus and the return of Indoor ( and socially distanced ) Dining plus Courtyard Seating and Curbside Pickup #LaterAlligator #EatOrWeBothStarve A post shared by Later Alligator (@eat.or.we.both.starve) on Sep 15, 2020 at 10:34am PDT Later Alligator (@eat.or.we.both.starve) Channel your love for alligators, steel and food here at one of the most popular restaurants in town. Those three items may sound odd when put together, but the folks at Later Alligator somehow makes it work perfectly. The main draw of Later Alligator are the specialty crepes. The owner of this little bistro, Susan Haddad, spent time in France and mastered the art of the crepe. She has since opened this restaurant where guests can enjoy crepes and other delicacies seven days a week. Half of their Instagram page is all about the people! They regularly showcase local celebrities, out-of-towners passing through for a meal and their happy, hardworking employees. If you like food and seeing amusing people enjoying themselves in front of a perfect cocktail and a crepe, this is the page for you! View this post on Instagram In the mood for some delicious BBQ this weekend? Curbside and take out are available Tuesday-Saturday 11-7pm or sold out! » » » » » » #CountryRoadsBBQ #WheelingWV #WVBBQ #WVFood #WVFoodie #BBQ #OhioValley #OhioValleyFood #ohiovalleyinstagram #Wheeling #Food #Foodie #Pork #Goodeats #WheelingEats A post shared by Country Roads BBQ (@countryroadsbbq) on May 8, 2020 at 1:58pm PDT Country Roads BBQ (@countryroadsbbq) Savory barbeque can literally and figuratively be at your fingertips if you follow Country Roads BBQ. Food & Wine Magazine recently called this family-owned business one of the best barbeque restaurants in West Virginia. With great content and behind the scenes photos, you are sure to check this page often, if anything just to figure out what you are going to have for lunch. View this post on Instagram WE’RE THE NEXT BEST THING TO ITALY. Homemade pasta & Neapolitan pizzas, cheeses and salumi, and hundreds of directly imported foods from amongst Italy’s elite award-winning family producers. #italiangrocer #wheelingsfinest A post shared by Good Mansion Wines (@goodmansionwines) on Jul 30, 2020 at 2:58pm PDT Good Mansion Wines (@goodmansionwines) Do you love Italian food? Of course, you do! Good Mansion Wines’ (GMW) entire page is covered in homemade, delectable Italian cuisine from chocolate tarts to imported wines and burrata. GMW also shares mesmerizing videos of them creating cakes and pastas that you can enjoy virtually or purchase for pick-up. If you do, you’ll be able to see their historic location in person, which is an absolute treat. Recreation View this post on Instagram It’s a scorcher?but a great day for softball in Wheeling, WV. ? #wheelingrec #softball #i470ballpark A post shared by Wheeling Parks and Rec (@wheelingrec) on Jul 19, 2020 at 2:16pm PDT Wheeling Parks and Rec (@wheelingrec) This is an amazing account that showcases so many beautiful places throughout the Friendly City. Love kayaking? You’ll see splendorous photos of kayaking on the Ohio River and in local creeks. Want a taste of Downtown Wheeling? You can find photos of yoga on Market Plaza and open skies over Wheeling Heritage Port. This is also a great resource for information regarding the city, including local dedications, openings of new facilities and the latest COVID-19 safety protocol. View this post on Instagram Be ware of @nailers_spike #nobeeramidissafe #flashbackfriday A post shared by Wheeling Nailers (@wheelingnailers) on May 29, 2020 at 5:48am PDT Wheeling Nailers (@wheelingnailers) Wheeling’s local hockey team, the Wheeling Nailers, shares all kinds of sports-related content that any hockey fan will appreciate. From funny photos of beer pyramids – a “beeramid” if you will – to available jerseys and new players, you’ll find an array of options on this Instagram page. There are even personalized messages from team players exclusively provided on this account, so have at it my fellow hockey fanatics! View this post on Instagram ????? ????: ℙ??? ? Leg Day #benchworkout #legday #bodyweightworkout #fitnessmotivation #movewithme #OVMovement A post shared by Movement With Allison ? (@the_m0vement) on Sep 23, 2020 at 5:53pm PDT Movement with Allison (@the_m0vement) If you are in search of a page that promotes body positivity and strength workouts you can perform at home, then Allison Hickey’s page, Movement with Allison, is right up your alley. The page boasts self-love, strong workouts that you can do at home or outside, along with humorous videos pertaining to staying focused on your goals and having a forward-thinking mindset. Even if working out isn’t your niche, Hickey’s page offers a little something for everyone. View this post on Instagram Pop Up Outdoor Donation Yoga at sunset tonite! Check our stories or FB event page for more details. See y’all at the river. @wildwondermindfulwv ☀️?? A post shared by Happy Goat Yoga, Wheeling WV (@happy_goat_yoga) on Sep 6, 2020 at 4:22am PDT Happy Goat Yoga (@happy_goat_yoga) Scroll through Happy Goat Yoga’s (HGY) Instagram page and you will find classic yoga poses, information about upcoming events and joyous, smiling faces. Whether you want to join a socially-distanced class, practice at home or just scroll through some fun photos, HGY will put your mind at ease and give you a relaxing page to follow. Regardless of the type of instruction you are looking for, HGY provides it. Whether it be fast-paced, flow-focused, or power — you name it, they have it. Arts and Culture View this post on Instagram Deck the Halls 2 was a great success. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported this event and made it possible. We raised $6,000 for the Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless. We hope to see you all at COLD START 2020 on January 18th. #clienteleartstudio #wheelingwv #wvart #westvirginia #westvirginiaartist #charityevent #skateboard #skateboarddeck A post shared by Clientele Art Studio (@clientele.art.studio) on Dec 29, 2019 at 5:09pm PST Clientele Art Studio (@clientele.art.studio) While the doors of this East Wheeling art studio remain closed due to COVID, they have turned to Instagram to promote their latest venture, the Appalachian Sound and Color podcast. The podcast features different artists who were born and raised in Appalachia, focusing on their upbringing and why they chose to stay near or in the Friendly City. Many of these recordings are featured on their Instagram account and you can access more through the link at the top of their page. If you scroll through their account, you can see previous art events, including Deck the Halls, a successful art auction benefitting The Greater Wheeling Coalition for the Homeless, and Unladylike, an all-female art show. View this post on Instagram Rose bookmarks from @uprightpress! I like to throw these into folks’ orders as a little thank you for supporting a boy from West Virginia who just likes to draw animals and mushrooms and stuff. Couldn’t do it without y’all! Hope the cool weather is treating you kindly ❤️???⚡️ A post shared by Logan Schmitt (@loganschmittillustration) on Sep 21, 2020 at 5:25pm PDT Logan Schmitt Illustration (@loganschmittillustration) If you thoroughly enjoy art, nature and wildlife, then this page may become your absolute favorite. Logan Schmitt is a Wheeling local who illustrates nature-related pieces from antlers to plants. He has done work for The Avett Brothers, Gregory Alan Isakov and Van Morrison to promote their music tours in very famous parts of the United States, including the Red Rocks Amphitheater. You can also request pieces from Logan Schmitt through his Instagram page, but if you simply want to enjoy some locally-based art, this is a great page to follow. View this post on Instagram We’re pleased to announce that the menu for SoundBites, “A European Expedition,” will be prepared by Chef Thomas Raymond. Our Brunch Menu is as follows: Appetizer Bagel & Lox Entree Hazelnut Waffles with Berry Cream Belgian Waffle, Blackberry Cream, German Sausage Dessert Pote de Creme Chocolate Custard, Berry Garnish Our Dinner Menu is as follows: Appetizer Smoked Salmon Bruschetta, Caviar Garnish Entree Beef Rouladen Herb Spaetzle, Braised Brussels Sprouts Dessert Pote de Creme Chocolate Custard, Berry Garnish Please note, we can accommodate most dietary requirements, including vegetarian or vegan meal options, with advanced notice. When making your reservation, please let us know. #seeyouatthesymphony #supportyoursymphony #orchestra #classicalmusic #musician #conductor #maestrosclassic #wheelingsymphony #WSO #wvmusic #almostheaven #YourCommunityInConcert #supportthearts #wheelingwv A post shared by WheelingSymphony (@wheelingsymphonyorchestra) on Oct 6, 2020 at 11:20am PDT Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (@WheelingSymphony) For all of the music lovers out there, this one is for you. The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra is the smallest city in America to hold an orchestra of this size. It’s a profound experience to get to enjoy the creations of Mozart and other famous composers in our own backyard. Their Instagram account features visiting performers, upcoming events and exclusive photos from behind the curtain. Retail View this post on Instagram Pssst! We’ve got a few new items available in our online shop…including our entire collection of Jughead Pottery by Ed Klimek. Expect to see more items to roll out throughout the month of October! ?? . . . . #wheelingwv #wheeling #wvartist #wvartisans #jugheadpottery #jughead A post shared by Wheeling Artisan Center (@wheelingartisancenter) on Oct 2, 2020 at 8:47am PDT Wheeling Artisan Center (@wheelingartisancenter) In search of a locally-made vase, notebook or candle? The Wheeling Artisan Center offers just that, and more, and you can see all they have to offer on their Instagram page. Their page features new items available in their shop, located on the second floor of the Wheeling Artisan Center. What’s special about the Artisan Center is that all of the items are produced by West Virginia artists and makers. Once, I spotted a Dolly Parton pin on their page and knew I had to stop in and snag one for myself. If you enjoy locally-made goods and fun memorabilia, be sure to hit the follow button. View this post on Instagram We have a few of these caps left. Then I’m not sure what i’ll make for the next round.. ? A post shared by Wheeling Feeling (@thewheelingfeeling) on Oct 6, 2020 at 5:27am PDT Wheeling Feeling (@thewheelingfeeling) This Instagram page is a promotional marketing firm that is Wheeling focused, but even more interesting, are the origins of this business. Vanessa Govindan, owner and operator of The Wheeling Feeling, left the mountain state after attending West Liberty University to pursue a career in marketing. She learned a lot while working on the West Coast and has since created a business that reflects her love for West Virginia and thus, The Wheeling Feeling was born. They sell fun Wheeling and West Virginia related items, using popular Wheeling destinations as their backdrop for their photos. They also use their Instagram account to promote other businesses, which provides an additional communal element to their page. You can see local businesses being mentioned on this page, including Later Alligator, Midge’s Kitchen and the Public Market. View this post on Instagram • New Women’s @newbalance size 8W// $20 A post shared by REStyle Wheeling (@restylewheeling) on Oct 8, 2020 at 1:57pm PDT REStyle Wheeling (@restylewheeling) On the lookout for a name brand hiking jacket? Need a cocktail dress for the weekend? Maybe you just want some nice dress pants for work. Male or female, young or old, REStyle offers a wide variety of clothing options that they post on their page almost daily. REStyle does an excellent job of providing details for the pieces they share on their page, including brand name, material, size and price. View this post on Instagram Our #DewLeafVine goes perfectly with our mock neck sweaters!!! ?????? Now open 6 days a week with regular hours!! ?? Still offering Pickup (curbside OR inside,) Free Porch Delivery, and USPS Shipping. ? A post shared by VC Wares (@vc_wares) on Sep 18, 2020 at 5:36am PDT VC Wares (@vc_wares) If you are in search of the perfect coffee table or a cozy sweater, this is the page to follow. VC Wares posts décor and fashion content for you to enjoy while sipping coffee on the couch, making it the perfect binge-worthy page. A color block poncho? Yes, please! A beautifully refurbished cupboard? Take my money! Many of the photos on VC Wares’ page is linked to purchase online, which can be a good or bad thing depending on your spending habits. To close out this list of top Instagram accounts in Wheeling, it would be remiss to not mention Weelunk’s Instagram page (@weelunk), where you can stay up-to-date with the latest articles and learn what’s happening across the city. Be sure to follow, like and share posts that you find interesting! Regardless of your interests, it’s clear that there’s plenty to explore locally using Instagram. So, go ahead and follow a few pages – The Friendly City is waiting for you! Did we miss any accounts that you love to follow? Drop your favorites below! • With a background in journalism and being a true Wheeling native, Jessica Broverman was destined to work with Weelunk. She holds a degree in journalism with a minor in criminal justice and works with Williams Lea Tag as a legal proofreader. When she isn’t typing away for Weelunk or WLT, she is enjoying a coffee at one of her many favorite spots in Wheeling, spending time with friends, or having fun with her husband Zachary and their two cats, Proctor and Max. Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Leave a Reply Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment.