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    YWCA Wheeling Winner of Purple Ribbon Awards

    Provided May 9, 2023
    The YWCA Wheeling was awarded the Purple Ribbon Awards through DomesticShelters.org in two categories; Outstanding Thrift Shop for the Y-Not-Repeat...

    WHEELING SCENE: Dog Day in Wheeling

    Wheeling Heritage Media May 9, 2023
    Editors Note: Wheeling Scene is a new series featuring photos from select events held in Wheeling. Our goal through this series...

    Celebrate Wheeling Dog Day at FidoFest this Saturday

    Wheeling Heritage Staff May 5, 2023
    Grab your leash and treat your pooch to a tail-wagging good time at Volunteer Wheeling’s inaugural FidoFest! The event kicks...

    New Group Forms to Explore Shakespearean Literature

    Karin Butyn May 3, 2023
    “All things are ready, if our minds be so,” William Shakespeare penned when writing Henry V in the 1500s, today...

    Get Ghostly: 6 Ways to Celebrate National Paranormal Day in the Ohio Valley

    Alex Walton May 2, 2023
    If 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 Wheeling

    Wheeling Heritage Media May 1, 2023
    May is National Historic Preservation Month, a time to celebrate and honor the nation’s heritage through historic places. To showcase...

    Lush Leaf Plant House: Wheeling’s Newest Oasis for Greenery

    Libbi Gramby April 28, 2023
    Wheeling’s small business scene is continuing to grow and I am rooting for Lush Leaf Plant House.   Before I even...

    The Dedicated Keepers of Wheeling’s Orphaned Cemeteries

    Summer Whelan April 26, 2023
    Are you interested in helping preserve Wheeling’s history? Believe it or not, cemetery restoration is a great way to do...

    Where Did These Mannequins Come From in Downtown Wheeling?

    Provided April 25, 2023
    If you’ve visited Downtown Wheeling this week, then you might have spotted a few mannequins that were artfully embellished and...

    Wheeling Heritage Receives National Recognition for Public Art Trail

    Wheeling Heritage Staff April 24, 2023
    Wheeling Heritage’s Public Art Trail has been announced as one of the Advancing Trails Awards Program by American Trails. The...

    Wheeling Heritage Appoints Patti Kota to Board of Directors

    Provided April 24, 2023
    Wheeling Heritage, a local non-profit organization that works as a catalyst for the revitalization of Wheeling, is pleased to announce...

    Explore The Many Islands of the Ohio River

    Taylor Abbott April 19, 2023
    The Ohio River is one of the most picturesque and fascinating waterways in the United States. The river’s scenic beauty,...

    Find Out Which Local Entrepreneur Took Home $5,300 at Show of Hands

    Justice Hudson April 18, 2023
    The Wheeling Artisan Center in Downtown Wheeling was full of business owners, elected officials, and members of the public on...

    Wheeling Symphony Orchestra to Screen Jurassic Park Alongside Live Score

    Provided April 17, 2023
    Welcome . . .to Jurassic Park! The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) is thrilled to announce their performance of Jurassic Park: In Concert. For...

    Bridging Innovate Week Is Coming to Wheeling

    Haley Steed April 12, 2023
    If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or part of an entrepreneur-serving organization (ESO),  hold onto your hats: Bridging Innovation Week is...

    These Four Entrepreneurs Are Asking For Your Vote at Show of Hands

    Wheeling Heritage Media April 12, 2023
    Next week, four local entrepreneurs will take the stage in the hopes of receiving more than $4,000 to support their...

    Volunteer Wheeling Needs YOU To Help Make It Shine This Weekend!

    Provided April 11, 2023
    Volunteer Wheeling, a program of Wheeling Heritage, is excited to announce its participation in the WV Make it Shine program,...

    The WV Man Who Stole Easter

    Alex Panas April 7, 2023
    If you celebrate Easter, then you already know that a trip to the local grocery store for eggs and a...

    Renderings Unveiled for the Revitalized 1400 Market Block

    Provided April 5, 2023
     The City of Wheeling has released new exterior renderings for the 1400 Market Block project, providing a glimpse into the...

    Got Ramps? Celebrate Ramp Season With These Simple Recipes

    Melissa Rebholz April 4, 2023
    Across Appalachia, ramps (also known as wild onions) are popping up to signal that spring has officially arrived – but...

    Wheeling’s Minit Carwash Reimagined for a New Era

    Ellen Brafford McCroskey April 3, 2023
    Many of us remember that long line of cars that snaked back toward the Perkins intersection on a sunny afternoon....

    QUIZ: How Well Do You Know Your Wheeling Women’s History?

    Summer Whelan March 31, 2023
    Happy 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.

    Local Organizations Team Up To Host Dog Adoption Event in Downtown Wheeling

    Provided March 29, 2023
    The Public Market, an entity of Grow Ohio Valley,  is hosting a “Dog Adoption Day” in partnership with the Belmont...

    Vintage Gardening Tips from Wheeling’s Past

    Kate Wietor March 28, 2023
    If 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 Wheels

    Haley Steed March 27, 2023
    Editor’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, 2023
    The tale of Streetcar No. 639 began almost a century ago and is one rife with twists and turns; adventure...

    Wheeling Resident Jessica Zalenski Appointed City Clerk

    Provided March 22, 2023
    Wheeling resident Jessica Zalenski has been appointed as the Friendly City’s next City Clerk. Council approved the appointment Tuesday evening...

    These Four Wheeling Entrepreneurs Will Compete at the Next Show of Hands

    Wheeling Heritage Staff March 22, 2023
    Wheeling Heritage announced today that four Wheeling entrepreneurs will compete in the next Show of Hands event on Monday, April...

    Meet the Metal Artist Behind These Iconic Wheeling Sculptures

    Ellery McGregor March 21, 2023
    If you live in Wheeling, you have probably heard his name. Jeffrey Forster is a unique metalworker and artist who...

    This New Group is on a Mission to Preserve South Wheeling’s Historic Buildings

    Ellen Brafford McCroskey March 17, 2023
    Much of Wheeling is experiencing a season of renewal. Both historic renovations and new builds can be seen in various...

    Catch a Ride on Wheeling’s New Bird Scooters

    Ellen Brafford McCroskey March 16, 2023
    Originally published November 19, 2022 Local bird enthusiasts may be familiar with the murmuration of black birds in North Wheeling...

    Behind the Scenes at Waterfront Hall: Wheeling’s Newest Waterfront Development

    Weelunk Staff March 15, 2023
    The announcement of the newest mixed-use, waterfront development in Wheeling has been met with excitement. But for many lifelong residents,...

    The Inspiration Behind A Female-Driven Documentary Screening

    Alex Panas March 14, 2023
    When it comes to community involvement, one of the perks of living in a city the size of Wheeling is...

    Put Your Wheeling Women’s History Knowledge to the Test Tomorrow!

    Provided March 13, 2023
    In celebration of Women’s History Month, Wheeling Heritage is hosting a free Women’s History Month Trivia Night on Tuesday, March...

    Inside the World of Women’s Roller Derby in Wheeling

    Karin Butyn March 13, 2023
    “This sport is so empowering,” Krystal, more aptly known as Green Eggs and Slam, explains as we discuss the following...

    Jeanne Carter: A Legacy of Service in Wheeling

    Karin Butyn March 10, 2023
    Editor’s Note: As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the contributions of women throughout our community. In...

    Want to Start a Business? CO.STARTERS Is Back This Spring!

    Provided March 8, 2023
    The Regional Economic Development Partnership (RED) and Wheeling Heritage are now accepting applications for the eighth cohort of CO.STARTERS, a...
    Eleanor Steber

    QUIZ: Which Famous Wheeling Woman are You?

    Wheeling Heritage Media March 7, 2023
    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!

    Williams Lea joins UN Global Compact; Commits to Prioritizing Sustainability

    Provided March 6, 2023
    Global skilled business support services firm Williams Lea announced that it is joining the U.N. Global Compact, the world’s largest...

    “How Safe is Our Water?” We Toured Wheeling’s Water Treatment Plant to Find Out

    Ellen Brafford McCroskey March 6, 2023
    We never give much thought to our water supply; we crank the faucet on and assume the water that streams...

    Grammy-Nominated Artist to Play Concert at Clientele Art Studio Saturday, March 10

    Provided March 6, 2023
    David Mayfield of The David Mayfield Parade, a dynamic combination of music and comedy, will perform a live solo show...

    7 Tasty Cocktails To Try This Weekend in Wheeling

    Jessica Broverman March 3, 2023
    If you’ve binge-watched Drink Masters on Netflix recently, then you already know that there is something about a beautifully-curated drink...

    Wheeling and WesBanco Arena To Serve as Host for The Basketball Tournament’s 2023 West Virginia Regional

    Provided March 2, 2023
    The Basketball Tournament (TBT), the 64-team, $1 million winner-take-all event, today announced that Wheeling and WesBanco Arena will serve as...

    6 Women in Wheeling History That You Should Know

    Alex Walton March 1, 2023
    As communities gear up for Women’s History Month celebrations, many reminisce about influential women who have graced their lives. From...

    WHEELING SCENE: Hip Hop, A Black Tie Affair

    Wheeling Heritage Media February 28, 2023
    Editors Note: Wheeling Scene is a new series featuring photos from select events held in Wheeling. Our goal through this...

    Why Wheeling: Jeffrey “Jay” Johnson

    Diana Bell February 27, 2023
    Jeffrey “Jay” Johnson II is a man on a mission. His passion for real estate and community development through empowerment...

    Local School Celebrates Diversity with Textured Hair Expo

    Alex Panas February 27, 2023
    What started as a brainstorming session during a teacher learning day at Bridge Street Middle School has blossomed into a...

    Coming Soon: Citywide Ceramics Take Over!

    Alex Panas February 23, 2023
    Wheeling is about to get a whole lot more creative as local ceramic artists, along with Oglebay Institute, Wheeling Heritage,...

    Celebrate Henry Warwood Day in Wheeling!

    Betsy Sweeny February 23, 2023
    February 23 marks what would have been Henry Warwood’s 200th Birthday. Born in 1823, Warwood emigrated to the United States...

    Local Middle Schoolers Celebrate Historic Wheeling Landmarks

    Alex Panas February 22, 2023
    Students at Bridge Street Middle School have been working on a special project that celebrates Wheeling’s rich history. The “Wheeling...
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