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Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence: Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal

Sarah Clark November 25, 2024

The journey of what is now one of the nation’s top 15 roofing contractors began with humble roots, marked by...

How is CO.STARTERS Fueling Entrepreneurial Growth in Wheeling?

Tessa Weisenborn November 22, 2024

If you drive downtown on Monday nights, after 5 PM, the lights of the newly renovated Wheeling Artisan Center and...

‘Tis the Season for Hockey and Holiday Fun with the Wheeling Nailers

Olivia Kilbane November 20, 2024

It’s that time of year again for Thanksgiving festivities with family, Christmas celebrations around the Ohio Valley, and the Wheeling...

Centre Market: Where History Meets Vibrant Culture

Riley Carpenter and Kai Harris November 18, 2024

Wheeling is a city that thrives on community spirit and a deep respect for its history, and nowhere is this...

Wheeling Park Turns 100: Celebrating a Century of Community

Riley Carpenter November 15, 2024

For a century, Wheeling Park has been the heart of our community—a place where generations have gathered to celebrate, play,...

Le Chic Meets Studio 27: Wheeling’s New Glam Destination

Riley Carpenter November 13, 2024

Wheeling’s Newest Glam Spot: Studio 27 Hair Salon Wheeling is buzzing with the opening of Studio 27 Hair Salon! Located...

Mission Possible: Wheeling University’s Challenger Learning Center Inspires Tomorrow’s Space Explorers

Karin Butyn November 11, 2024

The Challenger Learning Center at Wheeling University: Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Explorers In 1985, Christa McAuliffe, a social...

Feast Local: Thanksgiving Turkeys & Sides at the Public Market

Provided November 8, 2024

Grow Ohio Valley Encourages Community to Include Public Market in Thanksgiving Preparations Grow Ohio Valley is inviting the community to...

A Night Under the Stars: The 13th Annual Wheeling SleepOut

Shelby Hlad November 6, 2024

On Friday, November 1, the Wheeling community came together under the stars for an unforgettable night of laughter, creativity, and...

A Wheeling Icon Celebrates 50 Years as a National Historic Landmark

Emma Wiley November 4, 2024

One of the most iconic structures in the Wheeling skyline is celebrating 50 years as a National Historic Landmark: the...

Dine Al Fresco This Fall in Wheeling

Riley Carpenter and Makayla Carney November 1, 2024

Summer may technically be over, but as long as the weather allows us to slip into our shorts, we can...

Nail City Record Celebrates 7 Years in Business This Halloween!

Provided October 31, 2024

Nail City Record is excited to celebrate its 7th anniversary with a spooktacular lineup of discounts, giveaways, and prize drawings....

Weelunk at 10: How Two Friends Built a Platform to Celebrate Wheeling’s Story

Kai Harris October 30, 2024

Ten years ago, childhood friends Jason Koegler and Steve Burke recognized a problem in their hometown of Wheeling, WV. The...

Discovering NB Café: A New Gem in Downtown Wheeling

Olivia Kilbane October 28, 2024

As Wheeling continues to expand, so does our curiosity about new businesses in our community! One exciting new addition is...

The Unbelievable and Highly Improbable Story of The Wheeling University Women’s Rugby Team

Dean Connors October 23, 2024

Did you know that Wheeling University has a women’s rugby team? Even more surprising is that this team is currently...

Halloween on the Plaza Slated for Friday

Riley Carpenter October 21, 2024

Event Includes a Screening of “Casper”    WHEELING, W.VA. – Join us for some tricks, treats and a screening of the movie, Casper during...

Kick Off Your Weekend with Halloween Family Fun!

Riley Carpenter October 18, 2024

It’s spooky season in Wheeling, and there’s no shortage of family-friendly Halloween events to get your little goblins and ghouls...

A Whimsical Journey to the Christmas Shoppe with Jeremiah Freeland

Riley Carpenter October 14, 2024

As the leaves turn golden and a crisp chill fills the air, the spirit of the holidays begins to beckon....

Summer Supper Social on the Plaza

Melissa Rebholz September 10, 2024

Some folks see orange cones, closed streets, massive potholes and never-ending construction when they drive through downtown, but Sarah Lydick...

WEEREAD: Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains: An Artist’s Journey by Rosalie Haizlett

Anna Cipoletti September 3, 2024

About three years ago, a proposal came into my email from my Weelunk editor: would I, a frequent book review...

The Walker Jr. II, a Mysterious Magazine

Makayla Carney August 23, 2024

“It’s got all kinds of stuff in it. There’s just ridiculously wacky, funny things. There’s raunchy things. There’s some more...

The Wheeling Artisan Center Then and Now

Makayla Carney August 22, 2024

It was decided by vote. At least partially. By calling the “heritage hotline” in 1995, the public of Wheeling could...

Grow Ohio Valley Offers Community Compost Collection

Justice Hudson August 16, 2024

Cara Delaney and Chloe Lefchak of Grow Ohio Valley have collected community kitchen scraps since June. Now that we’re nearing...

Warwood Farmers Market Celebrates Opportunities, Affordable Fresh Produce, and Community Spirit

Provided July 31, 2024

On July 23, the Warwood Farmers Market will celebrate the mini-grant award from the WV Farmers Market Association with a...

Arts Festival Returns to Wheeling on August 3

Justice Hudson July 19, 2024

The Arts Festival, put on by the Arts and Cultural Commission each year, will return to Wheeling Park on Saturday,...

August Wilson, Towngate, and the Importance of Black Theatre

Makayla Carney July 8, 2024

“Don’t you try and go through life worrying about if somebody like you or not. You best be making sure...

New support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities to begin in Wheeling this July

Provided July 4, 2024

A new in-person support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs will hold its...

What Does Pride Mean to Wheeling?

Makayla Carney June 28, 2024

Pride on the Plaza was an absolute blast this year, full of amazing vendors, local musicians, and a wonderful sense...

Stifel’s Artists-in-Residence Bring Their Work to Clientele Art Studio

Makayla Carney June 14, 2024

For several months now, three artists have been creating up a storm at Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center. Kellie...

Work from Home Artistry began in Apartment Two

Karin Butyn June 11, 2024

The term ‘Work-From-Home’ conjures up images of zoom calls and button-up shirts paired with lounge pants. Most people expect long-distance...

Pride in the Friendly City: Orrick Hosts 2024 “Pride in Wheeling Day”

Provided June 5, 2024

Every year, communities across the country and state celebrate Pride Month. For the 8th year in a row, Orrick promotes...

New Creative Crosswalks Brighten Up Centre Market

Alex Panas June 4, 2024

Some art is created to last a lifetime, while other pieces are more temporary. Both enrich our lives in their...

Friendlier City Project Prepares for Second Pride on the Plaza in Wheeling

Alex Panas June 3, 2024

With Pride Month officially underway, one local group is gearing up for a daylong celebration of LGBTQ+ acceptance, achievements, rights,...

Towngate Welcomes you to Come to the Cabaret!

Makayla Carney May 31, 2024

After a full season of dramatic and funny board-treading, Towngate is offering a different experience from their plays and musicals....

How Meet Me in the Alley Reflects Wheeling’s Growth

Alex Panas May 31, 2024

A lot can change in 10 years. Looking back to what Downtown Wheeling was like in 2014, it’s impossible not...

Investing in Creativity: Meet the Creative Entrepreneurs Who are Shaping Wheeling’s Future

Alex Panas May 24, 2024

When thinking about what makes Wheeling special, I’ve noticed three common themes come up in conversations with friends, colleagues, and...

Ohio County Schools and Wheeling Parks and Recreation Team Up to Offer Unique Summer Incentive

Provided May 22, 2024

Ohio County Schools and Wheeling Parks and Recreation have joined forces with over a dozen local Wheeling businesses to encourage...

Wheeling Made Music: Ananga Martin Releases New Album

Makayla Carney May 17, 2024

For those who have found themselves enjoying a courtyard music night at Later Aligator, or lounging at the Purple Fiddle...

YNST Celebrates the “New Traditions” of Appalachia

Makayla Carney May 15, 2024

“There’s this throughline that connects Appalachia together,” Adam explained, “and it’s obviously the mountains.” Though a half-joke, the Applalatican mountains...

From Stained Glass to Stone Carvings Belmont College Students Preserve History

Makayla Carney May 14, 2024

It’s Historic Preservation Month, and in a town like Wheeling with such a rich history, there are so many ways...

Meet the Four Entrepreneurs Competing for Votes in Show of Hands

Wheeling Heritage Media and Makayla Carney May 13, 2024

This Wednesday, Mat 15, four local businesses will once again compete in Show of Hands at the Wheeling Artisan Center....

Wheeling Park High School’s Greenhouse is in Bloom

Karin Butyn May 8, 2024

Wheeling Park High School opened their annual greenhouse sale on Wednesday, May 1. The greenhouse will be operational and open...

Explore Handcrafted Items at Handmade Holiday: Spring Market this Saturday

Makayla Carney May 3, 2024

It’s once again time for another Handmade Holiday event! After years of success with the winter makers market, Wheeling Heritage...

The Bard Returns to the Towngate Stage

Provided and Makayla Carney May 2, 2024

Mischief, mistaken identity, love, and joyful revelation abound at Oglebay Institute’s Towngate Theatre during its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s romantic...

WEERock: Waterfront Hall

Crin Joy May 1, 2024

Since the summer of 2023, Waterfront Hall has been bringing the tunes, good vibes, and joy to Water Street in...

Toast to Success: Local Couple Opens The Rose Garden in Mozart

Karin Butyn April 26, 2024

Celebrate the weekend with some good drinks at The Rose Garden. With their soft opening this Saturday, there are bound...

Meet the Artists-in-Residence at Stifel Fine Arts Center

Ellen Brafford McCroskey April 25, 2024

“Art… is the transmission of feeling that the artist has experienced.” – Leo Tolstoy Oglebay Institute is offering several talented...

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Temple Shalom’s 32nd Annual Chocolate Extravaganza

Provided April 25, 2024

Did someone say, chocolate? It’s that special time of year again when Temple Shalom hosts their fabulous, delectable, and fun...

Wheeling Heritage Announces Latest Round of Show of Hands Finalists

Wheeling Heritage Staff April 24, 2024

Wheeling Heritage announced today that four Wheeling business owners have been selected to participate in the next Show of Hands...

Celebrate Your Dog in Wheeling

Makayla Carney April 22, 2024

The dog days are not over! Every day is a dog day for those of us with four-legged pup friends....