The Heartwarming Story Behind the YWCA’s Latest Capital Campaign Alex Panas and Wheeling Heritage Media January 12, 2023 How many of us go through old paperwork and documents, begrudgingly discarding them to make way for what will ultimately become more junk to sort through next year? It can be a vicious cycle, but every so often...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Wheeling Haunts Episode One: Haunting on the Island Wheeling Heritage Media October 3, 2022 Are you ready for some spooky history? Weelunk and Wheeling Heritage Media are proud to present the first episode of Wheeling Haunts. Episode One: Haunting on the Island features the Phillips-McLure House, loca...
QUIZ: What Fall Drink Should You Try This Weekend? Wheeling Heritage Media October 1, 2022 It’s officially Fall, so bring on the changing leaves, cozy sweaters and tasty drinks from your favorite local coffee shop. Take this quiz to help decide which drink you should try this weekend!
Show of Hands Returns Sept. 28; Who Will Win? Wheeling Heritage Media September 26, 2022 Wheeling Heritage's Show of Hands returns this week with a fresh lineup of local businesses. The community-supported crowd-funding event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 28 on the third floor of the Wheeling Ar...
PODCAST: Wheeling Haunts Wheeling Heritage Media September 2, 2022 Welcome to Wheeling Haunts, a new podcast by Wheeling Heritage Media What happens when Wheeling’s history doesn’t die? Listen to Wheeling Haunts each Monday in October to find out! Hosted by Alex Panas an...
VIDEO: Sarah’s On Main is Making the Best Bread in WV Wheeling Heritage Media August 5, 2022 Want to try the best bread in West Virginia? Luckily, all you have to do is make a trip over to Sarah’s on Main to get a taste of the renowned salty bread that was recognized earlier this year by Food and Wine ...
Opa! 2022 Wheeling Grecian Festival Photo Recap Wheeling Heritage Media August 2, 2022 The Wheeling Heritage Media Team was out and about on the festival scene this past weekend. If you haven't already checked out our photos from the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival, you should go back...
Wheeling Italian Heritage Festival 2022: See Photos from the Celebration Wheeling Heritage Media August 1, 2022 The 2022 Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival took over Wheeling Heritage Port this weekend for its annual three-day celebration. This beloved summer festival celebrates all things Italy with live music,...
Four Local Entrepreneurs Hope To Take Home The Top Prize at Show of Hands Wheeling Heritage Media June 29, 2022 On Wednesday, June 29, four local business owners will take the stage at the next Show of Hands, a community-supported crowdfunding event hosted by Wheeling Heritage. The event, which begins at 6 p.m. ...
QUIZ: Which Famous Wheeling Woman are You? Wheeling Heritage Media March 8, 2022 March is women’s history month, and Wheeling is home to no shortage of amazing women. Answer a few short questions and we’ll tell you which famous Wheeling woman you are most like!
QUIZ: What Should You Carve on Your Pumpkin? Wheeling Heritage Media and Emma Wiley October 8, 2021 Don’t know what to carve into your pumpkin this year? Weelunk has you covered with Wheeling inspired designs that will make your creations the talk of the town this fall!
PODCAST – Henry: The Life and Legacy of Wheeling’s Most Notorious Brewer Wheeling Heritage Media September 28, 2021 In Victorian-era Wheeling, West Virginia, a German-American brewer and entrepreneur would create a lasting impact that is still felt in the community today. From immigration to politics, industrialization to cr...
Progress on Market Street: Behind-the-Scenes Video of the Wheeling-Pitt Building Alex Panas and Wheeling Heritage Media August 20, 2021 It’s hard to turn a corner in Downtown Wheeling without coming across a new redevelopment project. Whether it’s a new coffee shop popping up on Main Street or the very visible ongoing streetscaping project, it’...
WATCH: The Public Market and the Farmers Who Feed Wheeling Wheeling Heritage Media August 4, 2021 The first week of August celebrates farmers across the country with National Farmers Market Week. As local produce becomes more abundant throughout the summer, it’s a great time to show appreciation for the agr...
Henry Schmulbach Podcast: Behind the Scenes – Full Interview with Wheeling Mayor, Glenn Elliott Wheeling Heritage Media August 3, 2021 This week's bonus content for "Henry: The Life and Legacy of Wheeling's Most Notorious Brewer" is the full interview with Hal Gorby and Mayor Elliott in the Professional Building....
Henry Schmulbach Podcast: Behind the Scenes – Collection of Handwritten Business Notes Wheeling Heritage Media July 28, 2021 Our bonus content for this week is footage of Hal Gorby and Ryan Stanton going through a collection of Henry Schmulbach’s handwritten business notes. It is behind the scenes of both the podcast and Henry Schmul...
Henry Schmulbach Podcast: Behind the Scenes – Walking Tour of Schmulbach Brewery Complex Wheeling Heritage Media July 20, 2021 If you are thirsty for more about Henry Schmulbach, check out this bonus video! In this episode, Betsy Sweeny and Ryan Stanton gave a tour of the buildings that once comprised Schmulbach Brewery. This week’s be...
Henry Schmulbach Podcast: Behind the Scenes – Arion Drinking Horn Wheeling Heritage Media July 13, 2021 If you are thirsty for more about Henry Schmulbach and brewing, here is a bonus video covering a subject not discussed in the podcast – drinking horns! Drinking horns have existed in various cultures for over 2...
WATCH: The Henry Podcast Preview Wheeling Heritage Media July 9, 2021 Produced by Wheeling Heritage Media, our podcast takes a deep dive on Henry Schmulbach, a German brewer in Wheeling, whose life touched on important themes in the city, including immigration, politics, industri...
WATCH: Juneteenth Celebration 2021 – Wheeling, WV Wheeling Heritage Media June 30, 2021 On June 19th, 2021, Wheeling, WV, hosts their 3rd annual Juneteenth celebration. Citizens met in Market Plaza to hear speeches from government officials, nonprofit activists and leaders in the Black community. ...
WATCH: Restoring the Scottish Rite Cathedral Wheeling Heritage Media May 27, 2021 For over a century, the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons were devoted caretakers of this extraordinary East Wheeling cathedral. A monumental structure, its imposing nature is reflected on the interior ...
WATCH: Progress at The Fort Henry Club Wheeling Heritage Media May 19, 2021 When the doors first opened at the Fort Henry Club on December 23, 1890, it was the definition of luxury. What was previously a private residence known as the Howell Mansion was transformed by architect E.B. Fr...
Meet Mocha: Wheeling Hospital’s Emotional Support Dog Wheeling Heritage Media April 8, 2021 Next time you stop into Wheeling Hospital for a checkup, you might be lucky enough to meet Dogtor Mocha, the hospital’s first emotional support animal. Mocha joined the team in February 2021, after her caregive...
Martha Leos: 40 Years as a Wheeling Seamstress & Tailor Wheeling Heritage Media January 27, 2021 Fashion trends come and go, but a perfectly-tailored outfit is always in style. Wheeling seamstress and tailor Martha Leos knows this better than anyone. She’s spent her 40-year career working inside many of th...
WATCH: The Before & After Building Restoration of Mugshots Coffee Shop Wheeling Heritage Media January 13, 2021 Gabe Hays had his eye on 1109 Main Street long before he purchased it from the city in 2019. The building first caught his attention in the early 2000s when he was overseeing a landscaping project at Heritage P...
WATCH: Ziegenfelder – A Look Inside Wheeling Heritage Media December 28, 2020 Since 1861, Ziegenfelder has been bringing smiles to people’s faces near and far with their sweet treats. The family-owned company began with producing candy, but over time has evolved to become one of the larg...
WATCH: Flocking Christmas Trees with E. Black & Son Nursery Wheeling Heritage Media December 8, 2020 Flocking trees is the process of covering a live cut tree in white synthetic dust or powder (or other colors) to make it looked covered in snow. E. Black & Son Nursery is one of the last places in the Ohio ...
New Flower Shop, Making Magic, Wins Show of Hands Wheeling Heritage Media November 2, 2020 After a week of online voting, Wheeling Heritage’s latest round of Show of Hands has come to a close. Despite the event being held virtually, nearly 400 online votes were received during the week-long voting pe...
WATCH: Nelson Jordan Center Wheeling Heritage Media September 22, 2020 As city officials are determining what the future holds for the Nelson Jordan Center, it’s important to understand the value that the Nelson Jordan Center adds to our community. We’re pleased to help bridge the...
WATCH: Danny Padden – Investment Advisor/Drifting Enthusiast Wheeling Heritage Media August 31, 2020 People aren’t always defined by their day jobs. There are plenty who have quite fascinating second jobs or pastimes. Our series, Like Night and Day, shines the spotlight on those who are finding time for their ...
WATCH: Mount Carmel Monastery being Renovated into Boutique Hotel Wheeling Heritage Media August 20, 2020 Father and son developers, Jeff and Jeffrey Morris, have taken on a renovation project of the Monastery on Carmel Rd in Wheeling, WV. Previous owners converted the monastery into an apartment building, hiding m...
WATCH: “Shrine for a Mill Rat” at the Ohio County Public Library Wheeling Heritage Media August 20, 2020 A preview of Bob Villamagna's artwork, "Shrine for a Mill Rat". Now a permanent installation at the Ohio County Public Library. Original story: https://weelunk.com/villamagnas-epic-shrine-mill-r...
WATCH: Virtual Juneteenth Celebration 2020 Wheeling Heritage Media August 20, 2020 On June 19th, 1865 enslaved individuals in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free. Two and a half years after the emancipation proclamation, and months after the end of the Civil War. This date, shorte...
WHAT WEE ARE READING Wheeling Heritage Media May 9, 2020 Some of us have more downtime now than we did before we began to shelter in place during the pandemic. What better time than now to catch up on those books in the “to-read” pile next to your bed! Here are some ...
QUIZ: Answer These Random Questions and We’ll Tell You Where in Wheeling You Should Get Takeout Tonight. Wheeling Heritage Media April 21, 2020 Need help deciding on where to get takeout? Take our quiz and we'll tell you which local Wheeling restaurant to order from!
Weelunk Introduces Interactive Multimedia & More! Wheeling Heritage Media April 17, 2020 Finding a way to stay connected to the Wheeling community is especially important during this period of social distancing. Looking to have a little virtual fun? Why not learn a bit about the community at the...
PHOTO GALLERY: The Great Wheeling Easter Egg Hunt! Wheeling Heritage Media April 15, 2020 At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re bringing you ways to engage while staying safe and healthy. We hope Weelunk can contin...
Here’s How to Join in the Great Wheeling Easter Egg Hunt! Wheeling Heritage Media April 1, 2020 At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re bringing you ways to engage while staying safe and healthy. We hope Weelunk can contin...
QUIZ: Which Wheeling Neighborhood Shares Your Personality? Wheeling Heritage Media March 27, 2020 Take our quiz to learn more about Wheeling neighborhoods and find out which one best fits your personality! Which neighborhood are you?
PRESENCE EXHIBITION: A Virtual Tour Within Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center Wheeling Heritage Media March 27, 2020 At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Since that looks a little different right now, we’re bringing you ways to engage while staying safe and healthy. We hope Weelunk can continue...
South Wheeling Historic District Listed on National Register of Historic Places Wheeling Heritage Media March 9, 2020 South Wheeling was added to the National Register of Historic Places last week as a historic district. The new district — which includes more than 200 historic properties — joins the ranks among others in Wheel...
WATCH: Tito’s Sloppy DoggsSponsored Wheeling Heritage Media February 25, 2020 Advertisement for Tito's Sloppy Doggs in Wheeling, WV. Original Story: The History of the West Virginia Hot Dog Click here to visit Tito's on Facebook....
WATCH: Winter on the Plaza Wheeling Heritage Media February 25, 2020 The city of Wheeling hosted their inaugural Winter on the Plaza event. Community members were excited to light up the downtown in the holiday themed celebration. Original Story: https://weelunk.com/santa-brin...
WATCH: How WEE Met – Cheryl & Gary Wheeling Heritage Media February 25, 2020 Cheryl and Gary tell the story of meeting after he put a "Wanted Ad" in the Wheeling News Register. Original Story: CONTEST: How Did You Meet the Love of Your Life? The Contestants: VOTE: Choose a Win...
WATCH: How WEE Met – John & Kim Wheeling Heritage Media February 25, 2020 John and Kim revisit the Wheeling Park Ice Rink, the first place they met as teenagers. Original Story: CONTEST: How Did You Meet the Love of Your Life? The Contestants: VOTE: Choose a Winner for Our ...
WATCH: How WEE Met – David & Anita Wheeling Heritage Media February 25, 2020 "Who are you?" - David's nervous first words when he met Anita in church, 36 years ago. Original Story: CONTEST: How Did You Meet the Love of Your Life? The Contestants: VOTE: Choose a Winner for Our ...
