This Incredible Historic House Restoration was Nine Years in the MakingHaley Steed May 25, 2023Born and raised on Wheeling Island, Jason Bradcovich saw the house every day: a once-glorious example of Victorian-era architecture that...
Did You Know That Wheeling Is Home to the Toughest Half-Marathon in America?Karin Butyn May 19, 2023Often touted as “The Toughest Half-Marathon in America,1” the Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic and its many athletes will soon...
Get Ghostly: 6 Ways to Celebrate National Paranormal Day in the Ohio ValleyAlex Walton May 2, 2023If you’ve ever experienced anything a little bizarre or simply love all things paranormal, you’re in luck! May 3 is...
Check Out These 5 Building Restoration Projects in WheelingWheeling Heritage Media May 1, 2023May is National Historic Preservation Month, a time to celebrate and honor the nation’s heritage through historic places. To showcase...
The Dedicated Keepers of Wheeling’s Orphaned CemeteriesSummer Whelan April 26, 2023Are you interested in helping preserve Wheeling’s history? Believe it or not, cemetery restoration is a great way to do...
The WV Man Who Stole EasterAlex Panas April 7, 2023If you celebrate Easter, then you already know that a trip to the local grocery store for eggs and a...
QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Your Wheeling Women’s History?Summer Whelan March 31, 2023Happy Women’s History Month! From music, to sports, to law, women in Wheeling’s past have had amazing accomplishments, and we’re challenging you to put your knowledge of Wheeling’s historic women and women’s organizations to the test.
Vintage Gardening Tips from Wheeling’s PastKate Wietor March 28, 2023If you’re dreaming of having a lush, bountiful garden this summer, then now is the time to start planning! Gardening has...
This Man Turned a Wheeling Trolley Into A Medical Unit on WheelsHaley Steed March 27, 2023Editor’s Note: If you happened to read this article that we published last week, then you already know about the...
How Did This Wheeling Trolley End Up In Maine?Haley Steed March 24, 2023The tale of Streetcar No. 639 began almost a century ago and is one rife with twists and turns; adventure...
This New Group is on a Mission to Preserve South Wheeling’s Historic BuildingsEllen Brafford McCroskey March 17, 2023Much of Wheeling is experiencing a season of renewal. Both historic renovations and new builds can be seen in various...
Behind the Scenes at Waterfront Hall: Wheeling’s Newest Waterfront DevelopmentWeelunk Staff March 15, 2023The announcement of the newest mixed-use, waterfront development in Wheeling has been met with excitement. But for many lifelong residents,...
6 Women in Wheeling History That You Should KnowAlex Walton March 1, 2023As communities gear up for Women’s History Month celebrations, many reminisce about influential women who have graced their lives. From...
Celebrate Henry Warwood Day in Wheeling!Betsy Sweeny February 23, 2023February 23 marks what would have been Henry Warwood’s 200th Birthday. Born in 1823, Warwood emigrated to the United States...
Wheeling’s “Donut Dance” Was Once The Hottest Ticket In TownKate Wietor February 21, 2023This time of year, the women of St. Ladislaus parish in South Wheeling would begin gathering ingredients. For their project,...
The Tasty Legacy of the Stone and Thomas Tea RoomAlex Walton February 10, 2023The City of Wheeling is admired for its dedication to businesses, old and new. From restaurants like Later Alligator and...
Former Wheeling Blessed Martin School Honored This WeekHaley Steed January 27, 2023“This ceremony, it wasn’t born from complaints. There weren’t protests demanding this happened. It’s happening right now because it’s the...
Marvelous Maps of WheelingEmma Wiley January 23, 2023Originally published Sept. 8.,2021 Can you find the coolest/weirdest/strangest detail on a map? Hint: You have to look closely…it’s all...
West Virginia’s First Trade School Was Located Right Here in WheelingRosemary Ketchum January 20, 2023The very first vocational school in West Virginia was located right here in Wheeling – South Wheeling to be exact....
The Heartwarming Story Behind the YWCA’s Latest Capital CampaignAlex Panas and Wheeling Heritage Media January 12, 2023How many of us go through old paperwork and documents, begrudgingly discarding them to make way for what will ultimately...
The Curious Life of the Spic & Span Dry Cleaners BuildingKate Wietor January 11, 2023The closure of Spic & Span Dry Cleaners at 841 National Road is truly the end of an era. The...
Wheeling Recognized Nationally for Outstanding Flag DesignProvided January 9, 2023Those of us who live in or have visited Wheeling know that it is an incredible city with plenty of...
Funky Found Items From the Former Goodwin Drug CompanyEllen Brafford McCroskey January 6, 2023SMART Centre Market is moving to a new, bigger space in downtown Wheeling early in 2023. And their business’s move...
The Weird and Wonderful Holiday Acts of Theatre PastHaley Steed December 18, 2022The holiday season brings with it feelings of nostalgia. This nostalgia of Christmas past led me on a hunt for...
This Defunct Newspaper Column Will Inspire Your Holiday BakingKate Wietor December 6, 2022Let’s go back, way back. Before food blogs, Pinterest boards, and having infinite knowledge at our fingertips at all times....
These Popular Toys Were Made Right Here in Glen Dale, W.Va.Candace Nelson November 11, 2022If you’ve ever pedaled around your neighborhood on a red, yellow and blue plastic Big Wheel, you know the joy...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Four: Eerie East WheelingWheeling Heritage Media October 24, 2022Are you ready for another episode of Wheeling Haunts? This week, Cassie and Alex stick around in East Wheeling to...
The Time an Eccentric Art Collector Visited Sears Roebuck & Co. in WheelingKate Wietor October 18, 2022When was the last time you had an opportunity to purchase artwork? Living in Wheeling, it’s a pretty easy thing...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Three: Music at the McLainWheeling Heritage Media October 17, 2022If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it...
Wheeling Haunts Episode Two: Fulton FrightsWheeling Heritage Media October 10, 2022If you haven’t listened to episode one of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it...
Wheeling Haunts Episode One: Haunting on the IslandWheeling Heritage Media October 3, 2022Are you ready for some spooky history? Weelunk and Wheeling Heritage Media are proud to present the first episode of...
How a Wheeling Company Became One of the Country’s Largest Pharmaceutical GiantsEmma Wiley September 28, 2022Originally published July 19, 2021 Taking a first pass through Wheeling’s history, you would certainly notice the prevalence of industries...
Library Announces New Program Focusing on Civic Empathy Through HistorySeán Duffy September 20, 2022The Ohio County Public Library in Wheeling, WV is pleased to announce the recent installation of an extremely important new...
Laughlin Memorial Chapel Celebrates 150 Years of ServiceEllery McGregor September 12, 2022This September marks the 150th anniversary of the historic Laughlin Memorial Chapel on 18th St. in East Wheeling! The Chapel...
A Brief Look at Wheeling’s Boating HistoryEllery McGregor September 7, 2022As we approach the end of a long, hot Wheeling summer, the Ohio River is seeing a surge in people...
These Dedicated Parishioners Are Keeping Ukrainian Traditions Alive in WheelingAdam Marquart August 12, 2022After 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 ExperienceKate Wietor August 10, 2022It’s bittersweet to write this, but my time in Wheeling is coming to a close. Just one year ago, I...
Weird and Wonderful Town Names from Across West VirginiaKate Wietor August 3, 2022Driving around West Virginia, you’re sure to come across some unique names. Places could be named after families, after far...
The Victoria: Wheeling’s Last Remaining Vaudeville TheaterEllery McGregor July 26, 2022If you’ve driven up Market Street recently, then you may have noticed that Wheeling’s iconic Victoria Vaudeville Theater, known colloquially...
This is Why Wheeling’s Juneteenth Celebration is Held at Market PlazaKate Wietor and Betsy Sweeny June 17, 2022This weekend, Wheeling will come together as a community to celebrate Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth, a word created from...
Faris and Giesey: A Dynamic Duo Who Made Their Mark on Wheeling Through ArchitectureKate Wietor June 13, 2022Throughout the years, Wheeling has been home to several well-known architects. We’ve previously covered some of the iconic buildings designed...
Why Were There Water Fountains On This Wheeling Monument?Kate Wietor May 27, 2022There is a secret hiding among the monuments at Heritage Port. Discerning eyes may have noticed that the Riverside Park...
Celebrate Preservation Month With These Five Franzheim BuildingsKate Wietor May 17, 2022You don’t have to be a student of architecture to appreciate the wealth of historic buildings in Wheeling. While the...
This Architect Designed Many of Wheeling’s Iconic BuildingsKate Wietor May 16, 2022What do the Wheeling Clinic, Capitol Theatre, and Twelfth Street Parking Garage have in common? Bricks? Terracotta? Cartouches? Well yes,...
The Rise and Fall of Wheeling’s First Labor NewspaperKate Wietor May 6, 2022In the early 1900s, the United States was in the midst of the second industrial revolution. People flocked to cities...
The Trash and Treasure of Wheeling’s PriviesKate Wietor April 29, 2022There are many different ways to find windows to the past. Some take advantage of the genealogical resources in the...
Hancher Clock Has Kept Wheeling on Time for Over 130 YearsRich Wooding April 13, 2022Did you know that the Hancher Clock in Downtown Wheeling is one of only a handful of two-sided E.Howard &...
The Backyard Chicken Keepers of Wheeling’s PastKate Wietor April 11, 2022The arrival of spring complicates visits to the feed store. Routine trips to pick up pet food, seeds, or a...
The South Wheeling Woman Who Became A Baseball LegendKate Wietor April 4, 2022Rose Gacioch, a groundbreaking athlete from South Wheeling is well known for her time in the All American Girls Baseball...
South Wheeling Residents Hoping to Save the Historic Hobbs House from DemolitionProvided April 1, 2022South Wheeling residents are banding together in an effort to spare the historic Hobbs House from demolition. One of the...
