$375,000 Will Soon Be Invested Into These Four Historic Preservation Projects Alex Panas December 3, 2022 Four historic preservation projects in Wheeling are about to get a boost through the “Wheeling Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program” from Wheeling Heritage. The organization announced this week that it will...
These Three Wheeling Women Are The Definition of Intergenerational Creativity Molly Sovich December 2, 2022 Wheeling has long been known as an industrious city thanks to the people who have had the creative vision to turn their ideas into reality. We can point to leaders like Arthur Boreman and Francis Pierpont, who ...
EVENTS: Things to do in the Ohio Valley Weelunk Staff December 1, 2022 Looking for something to do? Find out what's happening this week in the Wheeling area!
Friendlier City Project Celebrates Community at Inaugural “Queer Thanksgiving” Ellen Brafford McCroskey November 30, 2022 Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many people. After all, what’s not to love about family and friends gathered together to share a great meal and count their blessings? However, for those in the LGBTQ+ com...
Wheeling Lightningbirds Inspire All Of Us To Try Something New Lindsay Ammirante November 29, 2022 Growing up in Wheeling allows for some pretty special core memories. From your trips through the Oglebay Festival Lights to the Italian Festival “back when it was on Market Street,” to biting into slice of DiCa...
WEEREAD – Making Our Future: Visionary Folklore & Everyday Culture in Appalachia Anna Cipoletti November 28, 2022 In Making Our Future: Visionary Folklore & Everyday Culture in Appalachia, author and state folklorist Emily Hilliard explores West Virginian traditions both old and new. These observations are informed by ...
Weelunk’s Ultimate Guide for Shopping Small Alex Panas November 25, 2022 Updated 11/21/2022 With the holiday shopping season upon us, it’s a great time to support locally-owned businesses by shopping small. While many of us are aware of Small Business Saturday, we should think of...
Cheers to Vue 42 – Wheeling’s Newest Cocktail Bar! Ellery McGregor November 23, 2022 Vue 42, Centre Market’s new cocktail bar, wants to know: Is it cocktail hour yet? After nearly four months of drink crafting, menu building, and renovations at their historic Market Street location, Vue 42 o...
This Thanksgiving, Have The Conversation of a Lifetime Alex Panas November 23, 2022 As a platform dedicated to telling Wheeling’s story, the team here at Weelunk is familiar with what it takes to have engaging conversations with interesting people and turn them into meaningful stories. Jonatha...
Small Business Saturday Returns to Wheeling Nov. 26 Alex Panas November 22, 2022 Want to make a positive impact on our local economy? Shop small this Saturday! Since 2010, Small Business Saturday has been a day for shoppers to support their community’s local businesses during the holiday...
Local Photographer Shares Her Tips For Getting The Perfect Family Photo Riley Carpenter November 21, 2022 With the holidays right around the corner, you might be wondering if the kids or your spouse will cooperate for family photos this year! We know how it can be, whether you get professional portraits taken with ...
Catch a Ride on Wheeling’s New Bird Scooters Ellen Brafford McCroskey November 19, 2022 Local bird enthusiasts may be familiar with the murmuration of black birds in North Wheeling that swarm and settle in the trees there at twilight. But are you familiar with Wheeling’s newest flock of Birds? Bir...
Wheeling Chef Shares Her Secret For Making The Best Pumpkin Pie Melissa Rebholz November 18, 2022 What's the secret to making the best pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving? The answer might surprise you...it's butternut squash! Why? Not all pumpkins are created equal. The larger pumpkins we buy just befor...
Wheeling’s Beloved Science Center Is On The Move! Hanna Perry November 18, 2022 If you’re familiar with Centre Market, then you’ve probably paid a visit to Libby and Robert Strong at the SMART Centre Market to check out their impressive collection of fossils, telescopes, and other interact...
Santa is Coming to Town Tonight at Wheeling’s Winter on the Plaza Haley Steed November 16, 2022 While no one is quite sure how the holiday season got here so fast, it is undeniably upon us. Yuletide Guidelines and Principles, states that spreading holiday cheer is a public service, and the City of Wheelin...
The Friendlier City Project Presents: A Queer Thanksgiving! Ellen Brafford McCroskey November 14, 2022 The Friendlier City Project is hosting its first Queer Thanksgiving celebration on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the Wheeling Yacht Club, 2 - 5th Street in North Wheeling. The event is open to l...
These Popular Toys Were Made Right Here in Glen Dale, W.Va. Candace Nelson November 11, 2022 If you’ve ever pedaled around your neighborhood on a red, yellow and blue plastic Big Wheel, you know the joy of a Marx toy. Or, maybe you’ve bobbed and weaved during a game of Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots...
Students Invited to Participate in Annual Almost Heaven Governor’s Art Exhibition Provided November 7, 2022 Gov. Jim Justice, the West Virginia Department of Tourism, and the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History invite all West Virginia students in grades K-12 to participate in the 2023 Alm...
Two Popular Chefs Compete for a Good Cause at Nail City Chefs Fundraiser Ellery McGregor November 7, 2022 An exciting event that we are looking forward to this month is the inaugural “Nail City Chefs: Battle of the Blades” competition and fundraiser! This action-packed live event will feature two popular local chef...
DiCarlo’s Pizza: A Cultural Icon Jeremy Morris November 4, 2022 Originally published July 22, 2019 There are only two kinds of pizza, good pizza and very good pizza. — Peter Reinhart, author of "American Pie, My Search for the Perfect Pizza" Ask just about any Oh...
Wells Township Haunted House Promises Spooky Fun for All Kaden Bednarek October 31, 2022 Do you find enjoyment and interest in the circus, an insane asylum, and watching twitch streams? Well, that’s exactly what you’ll find at Wells Township Haunted House. Located 40 minutes from downtown Pittsb...
5 Haunted Ohio Valley Locations To Explore on Your Next Ghost Hunt Kaden Bednarek October 31, 2022 The Ohio Valley has many haunted locations for those who are interested in exploring the unknown. In fact, many paranormal investigation teams roam the Ohio Valley and beyond trying to catch a glimpse of this m...
Wheeling Haunts Season Finale: Halloween Extravaganza Wheeling Heritage Media October 31, 2022 Happy Halloween! Are you ready for some spooky tricks and treats? This week, Cassie and Alex are closing out the first season of the Wheeling Haunts podcast with an episode with special interviews, spooky liste...
Myth or Legend? The Haunting of Tunnel Green Lives On Cassie Bendel October 28, 2022 Originally published Oct. 23, 2020. Ask anyone from Wheeling about Tunnel Green and the first thing you’ll hear is “it’s haunted.” Stories of apparitions and spooky feelings abound over the Hempfield Rail...
David Sings 2022: Musical Revue and Halloween Night Masquerade at Clientele Provided October 27, 2022 Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween this year? Then head to Clientele Art Studio for the second annual "David Sings" musical theatre revue and Halloween masquerade. In 2021, the inaugural David Sings e...
This Wheeling Costume Shop Has Something For Everyone Alex Panas October 26, 2022 Originally published Oct. 26, 2021 Are you still looking for a last-minute Halloween costume? Well, you're in luck! Stages in Wheeling is a one-stop shop for unique, handmade costumes that are sure to make a...
West Virginia Independence Hall to Host Halloween Bash Provided October 25, 2022 West Virginia Independence Hall (WVIH) in Wheeling will host their Halloween bash on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 1 – 4 p.m. All ages are invited for a fun-filled afternoon of spooky tales and caricature drawings fr...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Four: Eerie East Wheeling Wheeling Heritage Media October 24, 2022 Are you ready for another episode of Wheeling Haunts? This week, Cassie and Alex stick around in East Wheeling to visit another home whose owner has a hair-raising story to tell. We also learn that this home wa...
Prescription Take Back Day Returns to Northern Panhandle October 29 Provided October 22, 2022 Residents will have the opportunity to return unwanted or unneeded prescription medications on Saturday, October 29, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at various locations throughout the Northern Panhandle. The take-back e...
The Wheeling SleepOut Returns to Raise Funds for Runaway and Homeless Youth Provided October 21, 2022 The Youth Services System, Inc. (YSS) Wheeling SleepOut fundraiser returns for its twelfth year on Friday, November 4, 2022 at the Miracle League Field, part of the JB Chambers I-470 Complex located...
City of Wheeling Hosting Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree and Screening of Hocus Pocus Provided October 21, 2022 Join in some Halloween fun as the City of Wheeling is hosting a Jack-O’-Lantern Jamboree followed by a screening of Hocus Pocus. The event is slated for Saturday, Oct. 22 in Garden Park, Warwood. The Jack-O'La...
Main Street Bank and EQT Foundation Present Symphony on Ice Provided October 21, 2022 Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announces the return of Main Street Bank and EQT Foundation present Symphony on Ice, conducted by Music Director John Devlin. The performance will be held T...
Wheeling Symphony Orchestra To Host ‘Set the Table’ Fundraiser This November Provided October 21, 2022 The WSO is proud to present “Set The Table” an exciting new fundraising event supporting the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra on November 11 and 12, 2022. Twenty table designers have been assembled to create beau...
Stone Church Cemetery Restoration Work Session Set for October 23 Provided October 21, 2022 On Sunday, October 23 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friends of Wheeling will hold a cemetery work session at Stone Church Cemetery for volunteers to reset, clean and repair monuments. Last May, a workshop attracted ...
Grow Ohio Valley Invites You To Their Annual Harvest Festival Alex Walton October 21, 2022 Grow Ohio Valley is thrilled to host its 5th annual Harvest Festival this Saturday, October 22nd, from 11 a.m. to dark. The festival will take place at the Lincoln Meadow Farm on 800 Grandview Street in Wheelin...
This Local Trainer Wants You to Get Fit and Be Festive This Season Allison Hickey October 21, 2022 For us adults, Halloween often brings to mind toasting a festive pumpkin beer with friends, sneaking candy from the kids’ trick-or-treat bags, and, of course, sipping on plenty of pumpkin spice lattes. While I ...
New Pop-Up Art Exhibit Coming to WesBanco Arena Provided October 19, 2022 The Wheeling Arts and Cultural Commission has partnered with WesBanco Arena to display temporary murals that were created by several talented artists earlier this year. The exhibit, which is comprised of 10 4x8...
The Time an Eccentric Art Collector Visited Sears Roebuck & Co. in Wheeling Kate Wietor October 18, 2022 When was the last time you had an opportunity to purchase artwork? Living in Wheeling, it’s a pretty easy thing to do. From gallery shows to student art exhibitions to craft fairs, it seems like there is always...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Three: Music at the McLain Wheeling Heritage Media October 17, 2022 If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it out! Happy Monday! It’s time for another episode of Wheeling Haunts, a new podcast produc...
This Local Farmer Transformed His Homestead Into a Fall Destination Jessica Broverman October 14, 2022 Prepare to celebrate the Autumn season surrounded by sunflowers, berries, and ghouls! Fourth-generation farmer Eric Freeland has opened his acreage up to the community for photography opportunities, fo...
Want to Help Make Wheeling More Dog-Friendly? Here’s How! Wheeling Heritage Staff October 12, 2022 Wheeling Heritage invites the community to attend ‘The Dog-Friendly Wheeling Workshop’ to learn how being a pet-friendly Downtown can be a powerful way to engage and renew the community. The workshop will be he...
Think Pink Breast Cancer Event Raises Money for Local Individuals Jennifer Materkoski October 12, 2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and those in the Ohio Valley looking to show their support can do so on Thursday, October 13 at the Think Pink event from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wheeling Park’s White Palace.&n...
Support the WV Breast Health Initiative During Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Panera Bread Provided October 11, 2022 Pan American Panera Bread bakery-cafés owned and operated by Flynn Restaurant Group throughout West Virginia today announced the return of its annual Pink Ribbon Bagel fundraising campaign during...
Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce to Co-Host 2022 Economic Outlook Conference Provided October 11, 2022 The Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce is working together with the Regional Economic Development Partnership (REDP), the West Virginia University John Chambers College of Business and Economics, and McKin...
Main Street Bank Fantasy in Lights Parade Returns Friday, Nov. 18 Provided October 11, 2022 The Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce Parade Committee is pleased to announce that it will be holding the annual Main Street Bank ‘Fantasy in Lights’ Parade on Friday, November 18, 2022. The parade will f...
YWCA and WVNCC Host Human Library Event To Build Community Connections Provided October 11, 2022 YWCA Wheeling and West Virginia Northern Community College believe in the art of communication and genuine connection and have developed an event to help foster conversation and connection within the community....
Myth or Legend: Wheeling’s Flatwoods Monster Will Wallace October 11, 2022 Originally published Oct. 28, 2020 On a September night in 1952, Kathleen May found herself in an odd situation. After hearing a fanciful story from her children, she found herself navigating through the Wes...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Two: Fulton Frights Wheeling Heritage Media October 10, 2022 If you haven't listened to episode one of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it out! This week on the Wheeling Haunts podcast, Cassie and Alex head to Fulton to learn more about some f...
Want to Charge Your Electric Vehicle in Wheeling? Here’s Where You Can Go. Alex Walton October 7, 2022 As cities throughout the United States look toward revitalization in the future, the City of Wheeling and its surrounding areas are doing the same. Especially with advancements in technology and the growing pop...
Carve a Wheeling-Themed Pumpkin Alex Panas October 4, 2022 The leaves are changing and there’s a crisp chill in the air - which means that Halloween is right around the corner! To help get you in the spirit of Halloween, Weelunk has you covered with five Wheeling-inspi...
