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Oglebay Paws in the Park to Raise Awareness and Fun this Saturday

Jessica Broverman September 9, 2022

One of the most popular summer events is the long-awaited Paws in the Park at Oglebay Resort and Conference Center....

New Vrindaban’s Festival of Colors Slated for Sept. 17

Provided September 8, 2022

New Vrindaban’s Festival of Colors is back on Saturday, September 17, from 12-6 p.m. at the Palace of Gold in Moundsville, West Virginia....

You’re Bound To Love This Bookstore in Downtown Wheeling

Hanna Perry September 8, 2022

Vigilant Books is an independent bookstore that is located that is temporarily located at 1900 Market St. in downtown Wheeling,...

WSO’s Opening Night Concert to Feature Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and Progressive Hip-Hop Artist Christylez Bacon

Provided September 6, 2022

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announces its 2022-2023 Opening Night Gala Celebration – “American Stories” on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at the Capitol Theatre. The concert will feature world-renowned cellist...

September Art and Music Events in Wheeling

Tucker Riggleman September 6, 2022

Wheeling’s September is proving to be full of lively entertainment, with ample opportunities to experience some quality art as well....

Soap, Ceramics, Sweets and Sports On the Lineup for the Next Show of Hands

Provided August 31, 2022

Four local small businesses have been selected from a pool of applicants for Wheeling Heritage’s next Show of Hands. Show...

10 Ways to Celebrate National Dog Day in Wheeling

Alex Panas August 26, 2022

There are national “holidays” for just about anything – from national jelly bean day to pretend to be a time...

New Cocktail Bar Opens in South Wheeling

Ellery McGregor August 24, 2022

A decent cocktail can be hard to find – but not anymore! You can now enjoy an incredible cocktail with...

Find Out What’s On Tap This Weekend at the Mountaineer Brewfest

Alex Panas August 19, 2022

Wheeling has long been home to breweries large and small, which makes the return of the Mountaineer Brewfest this weekend...

Oglebay Institute Invites You to a Lavish Party to Support the Arts in Wheeling

Provided August 16, 2022

Each year near the end of the summer season, friends, members, and supporters of the nonprofit, arts, nature, and cultural...

This Family Business is Serving Up Authentic Pierogies in Centre Market

Ellery McGregor August 15, 2022

Oh, pierogies. Likely, you grew up in the Ohio Valley or somewhere nearby and were raised on them, or maybe...

These Dedicated Parishioners Are Keeping Ukrainian Traditions Alive in Wheeling

Adam Marquart August 12, 2022

After the war broke out in Ukraine in February of 2022, the country quickly received international attention and an outpouring...

Preserve WV AmeriCorps Positions Open in Wheeling – Weelunk’s Outgoing AmeriCorps Member Reflects on Her Experience

Kate Wietor August 10, 2022

It’s bittersweet to write this, but my time in Wheeling is coming to a close. Just one year ago, I...

Wheeling Arts Roundup – August Edition

Tucker Riggleman August 8, 2022

Wheeling is known for its rich industrial history as a blue-collar Ohio River town, but it also boasts a vibrant...

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...

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...

Celebrate Youth Festival Returns In-Person on August 4 at Wheeling Park

Provided August 1, 2022

The 15th annual Celebrate Youth Festival returns as an in-person event this year on Thursday, August 4 from 9 a.m. to...

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....

Check Out This Fresh New Business on Market Street

Ellery McGregor July 29, 2022

When you first walk into Shea Rose Soapery, the first thing you will likely do is take a deep breath....

Faces of Pride: New Photo Project Features Wheeling’s LGBTQ+ Community

The Friendlier City Project and Mikaya Green July 22, 2022

Editors Note: Our goal as an online publication is to provide readers with stories and content that allows them to...

Wheeling Heritage Creates New Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program

Betsy Sweeny July 20, 2022

Wheeling Heritage is proud to announce its new Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program. This program was conceived several years ago, as...

Open Streets Workshop Comes to Centre Market

Alex Panas July 19, 2022

When was the last time you took a stroll through the Centre Market neighborhood in Wheeling? What was that experience...

Wheeling Grecian Festival Returns Next Week

Jessica Broverman July 18, 2022

It is festival season in Wheeling and one of the city’s favorites is back and better than ever. The Grecian...

New Vrindaban: Home of the Palace of Gold

Miranda Tharp July 15, 2022

If you grew up in the Ohio Valley you’ve probably heard of the Palace of Gold, but have you ever...

Talented Cast Delivers New Take on Well-Known Story

Provided July 13, 2022

Oglebay Institute’s Parcel Players present a new stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel “Little Women.” The production is...

Ice Cream, You Scream … Summertime Treats on the Move

Rich Wooding July 11, 2022

Originally published September 4, 2020 Youngstown, Ohio, the early 1920s: Harry Burt starts freezing wooden sticks inside chocolate-covered ice cream...

Live Music Returns to Market Plaza This Summer

Wheeling Heritage Staff July 8, 2022

If you work or live in Downtown Wheeling, then mark your calendars for an afternoon concert series that kicks off...

Wheeling Chef Shares Her Tips For The Perfect Grilled Pizza

Melissa Rebholz July 1, 2022

Do you love thin crust artisan pizza?  I’m talking about the kind of pizza usually seen coming out of a...

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...

Summer Events In Wheeling That Won’t Break the Bank

Hanna Perry June 28, 2022

Wheeling truly comes alive with activities during the summer months. And with gas and other travel expenses on the rise,...

Eat Locally and Seasonally All Summer Long With Grow OV

Angela Hawk June 23, 2022

Last summer, as a relative newcomer to the area, I was thrilled to learn that we have a great Community...

Kate Wietor to Discuss Victorian Wheeling Artifact Collection This Weekend

Provided June 22, 2022

Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville will host a lecture presented by Kate Wietor titled “Middle Class Victorian Wheeling: Revisiting the Victorian Wheeling...

This New Group Wants To Make The Friendly City Friendlier

The Friendlier City Project June 21, 2022

Wheeling has long been known as “The Friendly City,” but we – the Friendlier City Project – are a small...

Wheeling’s Men of Change Reflect on Fatherhood

Alex Panas June 19, 2022

This year, both Juneteenth and Father’s Day will be celebrated on June 19, providing a unique opportunity to reflect on...

This is Why Wheeling’s Juneteenth Celebration is Held at Market Plaza

Kate Wietor and Betsy Sweeny June 17, 2022

This weekend, Wheeling will come together as a community to celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth, a word created from...

Wild and Wonderful Women Event to Rock Heritage Port This Weekend

Jessica Broverman June 16, 2022

Celebrate the women of West Virginia in luxury at Wheeling’s annual Paint the Town Pink event hosted by Crittenton Services...

Wheeling Family Launches a Summer Swim Pass Program for Kids

Laura Lynn Brown June 15, 2022

Originally published June 1, 2021 Chip Calissie grew up in South Wheeling enjoying carefree summers, playing ball with friends and...

Wheeling Symphony Will Tell “American Stories” with 2022-23 Season

Provided June 10, 2022

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announces its 2022-23 season, “American Stories,” which will feature an Opening Night Gala Concert with classical music...

Wheeling Juneteenth Expands to Three-Day Celebration This Year

Alex Panas June 10, 2022

On January 1, 1863, enslaved and free African Americans gathered in anticipation of the Emancipation Proclamation going into effect. While...

We Challenge You To Complete the Wheeling Summer Bucket List

Ellery McGregor June 7, 2022

School is out, the weather is warm, and it’s time for some summer fun in Wheeling! With gas prices on...

Show of Hands Returns This Month With Four New Entrepreneurs

Provided June 6, 2022

Four small business owners will each make a pitch at Wheeling Heritage’s Show of Hands event on June 29. The...

Can You Identify These 10 Wheeling Architectural Details? Part 2

Kate Wietor June 3, 2022

Do you remember the photo scavenger hunt we posted last June? We had so much fun scoping out odds and...

Pride Month 2022: We Want To Hear Your Stories

Weelunk Staff June 1, 2022

Pride Month commemorates the history and achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and non-straight, non-cisgender people. In the late...

Third Annual CampOut For A Cause Raises Funds For Youth and Families

Provided May 30, 2022

Youth Services System, Inc.’s (YSS) third annual CampOut For A Cause  (COFAC) virtual fundraiser will culminate with an entertainment stream...

Partnering for Pride: Orrick Hosts 2022 “Pride in Wheeling Day”

Provided May 30, 2022

Once again, Orrick staff and Wheeling volunteers are stepping into the community to show LBGTQIA+ allyship and to come together...

These Six Women Are Revitalizing Wheeling One Building at a Time

Alex Panas and Shannon Kolkedy May 25, 2022

May is designated as National Preservation Month, a time to recognize and celebrate historic places on the local, state, and...

Local Runner’s Tips For Hitting the Road This Summer

Iming Chang May 18, 2022

With the weather warming up and the days getting longer, I’m sure you’re all as eager as I am to...

Executive Director Bryan Braunlich to Depart Wheeling Symphony Orchestra for Cinema Foundation in June

Provided May 17, 2022

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra announces that at the end of its 2021-22 season, Bryan Braunlich will step down as Executive Director...

Artists Come Together This Saturday For Live Mural Painting

Alex Panas May 11, 2022

Public art can be a powerful tool for bringing people together. Art provides a sense of place and instills pride...

Wheeling Heritage’s Handmade Holiday Spring Market Has Something For Everyone

Wheeling Heritage Staff May 3, 2022

Wheeling Heritage will host Handmade Holiday Spring Market on Saturday, May 7 on the third floor of the Wheeling Artisan...