A Taste of Japan in the Heart of Wheeling Daniel Dorsch November 30, 2018 In Wheeling’s historic Centre Market, a unique corner offers both newcomers and longtime patrons a literal taste of Japan. From fish to chicken, udon noodles and bubble tea, Osaka Express offers a full menu of ...
‘It’s Alive!’ Celebrations for Frankenstein’s 200th Anniversary Set to Electrify the Ohio Valley Daniel Dorsch October 24, 2018 “Beware, for I am fearless and therefore powerful.” – Mary Shelley, Frankenstein From the shadows of a young woman’s mind, a monster was born. Created by a crazed scientist from dead bodies and given life thro...
Steel Heart Still Beats in Weirton: Honoring the Past Through Art Daniel Dorsch October 12, 2018 When Steel Ruled An often-overlooked part of West Virginia history finally has a festival to celebrate its rightful place in Appalachian culture. The first-ever Gate 5 Industrial Art Festival will take place...
The Arts at Work in Wheeling’s Centre Market Daniel Dorsch September 30, 2018 The sound of engraving tools mingled in the air with pencil scratching and acoustic guitar music on a recent Friday afternoon as Wheeling’s Artworks Around Town Inc. celebrated its 13th annual Paint Historic Wh...
Local Family-Run Dog Treat Company a Barking Success Daniel Dorsch August 29, 2018 A hometown sensation has set tails wagging across West Virginia — from Centre Market in Wheeling to the Tamarack cultural center in Beckley, and in farmers' markets and co-ops across the state. Built on a love ...
New Store Is Music to Wheeling’s Ears Daniel Dorsch August 3, 2018 1 Music lovers in Wheeling can rejoice — a new musical experience is here. At the heart of downtown, at 40 12th Street in the McLain Building, Nail City Record is bringing back the art of album collecting. Wit...
Celebrate Youth 2018 a Resounding Success Daniel Dorsch August 3, 2018 Worth the wait A cloudy morning did nothing to deter the hundreds of youngsters who waited patiently in line for their chance to enjoy the 11th annual Celebrate Youth Festival hosted by the Youth Services Sy...
Calling All Chess Masters: The Game of Kings Seeks Knights in the Ohio Valley Daniel Dorsch June 13, 2018 1 The Game of Kings The board is set. Protect your king. Match wits with your opponent. Make sacrifices. Utilize your strongest pieces to their fullest potential. Strategize and anticipate your opponent’s move...
Black Diamond Wrestling: A Hidden Gem for Wrestling Fans Daniel Dorsch June 1, 2018 Showtime It’s showtime. Music blares over the speakers, lights dance off the billowing fog, audience members rise to their feet and cheer as their heroes make their way to the ring. The champion holds his go...
Escape to a New Activity to Benefit YSS Daniel Dorsch May 9, 2018 Adventure awaits The waves roar as the deck heaves and rocks underfoot, and you struggle to concentrate on the puzzle before you. Your captain, the great Blackbeard, has been captured. He and his crew face t...
Cinco de Derby! Multi-Themed Weekend on Tap Daniel Dorsch May 3, 2018 From sombreros to starships to derby hats, those looking for unique opportunities for fun in Wheeling have a wealth of options to choose from in the first weekend of May … or they can do it all! May 5 this y...
Dance, Dance Dance to the Second Chance Daniel Dorsch May 2, 2018 Let’s try again Second chances in life are all too rare. How often is a person given the chance to revisit a certain period of their life and try again? What could be done differently? How could the experien...
Super Runners Lace Up for CASA Superhero 5k Daniel Dorsch April 24, 2018 Every child needs a hero to look up to, but neglected or abused children need superheroes. On a chilly Saturday in Triadelphia, runners from all over the Ohio Valley laced up their running shoes and tied their ...
Welcome to Hello Haberdashery! Daniel Dorsch January 21, 2018 Imagine a small shop lost to time where history collides with whimsy and a touch of the wild gypsy spirit. Elegance and sophistication lovingly displayed draws visitors back to a time when top hats and cameo br...
