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    Getting to Know Joey Adams: The Self-Taught Musician Who’s Just Getting Started

    Olivia Beihl July 30, 2025
    Becoming a local musician is tough, but Crooksville, OH native Joey Adams has found his way to the spotlight right...

    Open House: Tour This Prime Downtown Wheeling Office

    Wheeling Heritage Staff July 28, 2025
    If you’ve ever imagined working downtown—with coffee in hand, incredible lunch spots just outside, and the hum of the city...

    Why Wheeling: Beyond the Books, The Tale of Mr. B

    Adeline Boggs July 25, 2025
    If you haven’t been to storytime with Mr. B yet, be sure to add it to your list before summer...
    Grecian Festival

    Wheeling’s Greek and Italian Traditions Come to Life

    Riley Carpenter July 23, 2025
    In Wheeling, some summer weeks feel like traveling across continents—no passport required. With two beloved cultural celebrations unfolding back-to-back, locals...

    Help Clear the Creeks and Sweep the Riverbanks

    Provided July 21, 2025
    Wheeling is no stranger to rolling up its sleeves and working together—and this summer, local volunteers have two great chances...
    Dupes Scoops

    Sweet Legacy: Ice Cream, Family, and Fulton Pride

    Olivia Beihl July 18, 2025
    A Month Made for Ice Cream Did you know July is National Ice Cream Month? And even better—National Ice Cream...

    Scoop & Celebrate: NB Café and Creamery Debuts with Ribbon Cutting Downtown

    Provided July 16, 2025
    Since opening its doors in October 2024, NB Café has become a downtown favorite—serving up coffee, fresh-baked goods, and a...

    The Mother Jones Center for Resilient Community Presents, Creating Women: Curating Our Lives

    Provided July 14, 2025
    Through personalized gallery boxes, each woman reflects on meaningful aspects of her life, shaped and inspired by her experiences in...

    The Lasting Legacy of Samuel S. Bloch and His Family

    Taylor Abbott July 11, 2025
    In the history of Wheeling, few names resonate as profoundly as that of Samuel S. Bloch. Anyone familiar with the...

    Hollering Loud and Proud: The Rise of John Russell

    Riley Carpenter July 9, 2025
    You know that rare kind of person who makes you feel like an old friend, even if you just met?...

    Behind the Stall at Oglebay Stables

    Brittany Friend July 7, 2025
    If you’ve ever wanted to take a break from everyday life, breathe in fresh air, or reconnect with nature in...

    CATALYST

    Provided July 4, 2025
    Clientele Art Studio hosts a new exhibition from local artist Zane A. Miller. His show, called CATALYST, is immersive and...

    Your Guide to 4th of July Festivities Around Wheeling

    Provided July 2, 2025
    As the Ohio Valley continues to recover from June’s devastating flash flooding, many residents have spent their days clearing debris,...

    Where Roots Run Deep: Loveland Community Garden is Growing More than Just Vegetables

    Shawna Safreed June 30, 2025
    Tucked between the neighborhood streets of 3rd and Richland Avenue in the Warwood community lies the Loveland Community Garden. What...
    Wheeling Fire Department HQ

    Wheeling Fire Department Headquarters Building Nearing Completion, Take a First Look Here

    Adeline Boggs June 27, 2025
    The new Headquarters for the Wheeling Fire Department is nearing completion! This new facility will replace the former Headquarters, which...
    Warwood Historic District

    Growing Up Warwood: A Neighborhood Officially Honored

    Riley Carpenter June 25, 2025
    There’s something about Warwood that stays with you. For me, it’s playing outside between neighbors’ houses, pulling out bags and...

    Cerrone Associates: A Legacy of Engineering Service in West Virginia

    Kristie Baloga June 23, 2025
    Cerrone Associates, Inc., based in Wheeling, West Virginia, provides solutions in water and wastewater across the state, greatly impacting local...

    Celebrating West Virginia Day with Compassion and Community

    Olivia Beihl June 20, 2025
    Last weekend, devastating flash floods swept through Wheeling and the greater Ohio Valley. Lives were lost, homes and businesses damaged,...

    Juneteenth 2025: A Time for Reflection & Service

    Provided June 18, 2025
    Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865 — more than two years after...

    Wheeling Strong: A Community That Shows Up

    Weelunk Staff and Wheeling Heritage Staff June 16, 2025
    In moments of crisis, the true heart of a community is revealed. On Saturday night, severe flash flooding swept through...

    Pride on the Plaza Returns to Heritage Port for Third Annual Celebration

    Weelunk Staff June 13, 2025
    WHEELING, W.Va. – The heart of downtown Wheeling will come alive with color, creativity, and community spirit on Friday, June...

    Old Homes, New Life: A Historic Preservation Podcast Series

    Wheeling Heritage Media June 11, 2025
    Wheeling, West Virginia, is a city built on stories — many of them hidden behind the brick walls, ornate woodwork,...

    Who is Conroy Campbell?

    Melissa Rebholz June 9, 2025
    Meet the Chef Behind the Flavor: Conroy Campbell Four years ago in April 2021, Elle & Jack’s opened its doors...

    Ohio River Splashtacular Set for June 8 at Wheeling’s Heritage Port

    Provided June 7, 2025
    WHEELING, W.Va. — A new summer event at Heritage Port promises to make waves for a great cause. The Ohio...

    The Great Wheeling Doughnut Debate: National Donut Day

    Isabella Droginske June 6, 2025
    Wheeling is known for many creative culinary concoctions: the cold-cheese square-cut DiCarlo’s, the Alligator soup at Coleman’s, or the sloppy...
    Wheeling Fashion Week

    WHGFW 2025 Official Events Calendar

    Provided June 2, 2025
    Wheeling Fashion Week Unveils Official 2025 Events Calendar  WHEELING, WV — Wheeling Fashion Week (WHGFW) is thrilled to announce its...

    Partnering for Pride: Orrick Hosts 2025 “Pride in Wheeling Day”

    Provided May 30, 2025
    Once again, Orrick team members and Wheeling volunteers are stepping into the community to show LBGTQIA+ allyship and to come...
    Ogden Eight Times Wheeling WV Joe Howard

    Eight Loops, One Legacy: Joe Howard’s 104.8-Mile Tribute Run Through Wheeling

    Riley Carpenter May 26, 2025
    A Finish Line Like No Other This story didn’t arrive through a press release or media alert—it came from a...
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    Wheeling Nurse Terri Clark Honored with DAISY Award for 48 Years of Compassionate Care

    Sarah Clark May 23, 2025
    A Lifetime of Compassionate Care For anyone who knows my mother, Terri Clark, it’s no surprise that she always puts...

    The “Nation’s Guest” Visits Wheeling: The Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824/1825 Tour

    Emma Wiley May 19, 2025
    Wheeling has hosted many important guests over the centuries—from presidents to athletes to labor activists to actors. On May 24th,...
    PODA Wheeling WV

    A New Way to Sip and Stroll: Introducing PODA to Downtown Wheeling

    Isabella Droginske May 16, 2025
    The warm summer winds have moved in on Wheeling and with them come Heritage Port concerts, food festivals, and major...

    Summer of Fun: Your Guide for Local Summer Activities, Camps, and Classes 

    Adeline Boggs May 12, 2025
    Summer is right around the corner, and Wheeling is bursting with exciting activities for the whole family! Whether you’re looking...

    From Stage to Classroom: Erin Bond’s Impact on Wheeling’s Young Actors

    Park Press May 9, 2025
    Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Alex Fabrizio. Alex is a contributing writer to The Park Press. Theater in Wheeling...

    “For the Kids”: A Love Letter to Ohio Valley Teachers

    Weelunk Staff May 5, 2025
    It’s Teacher Appreciation Week 2025, and across Wheeling and the Ohio Valley, students, parents, and community members are raising their...

    Gluten-Free in Wheeling, WV: Celebrating Celiac Awareness with Local Flavor and Community Care

    Molly Sovich May 2, 2025
    May is Celiac Awareness Month—a time to spotlight an often misunderstood autoimmune disorder that affects millions. For those living with...

    The Feeling is Mutual: How Mutual Aid is Strengthening Wheeling

    Rosemary Ketchum April 30, 2025
    The Spirit of Mutual Aid In Wheeling and around the Ohio Valley, community care doesn’t always come from large institutions...
    Wheeling Symphony Orchestra The Place I Belong

    The WSO Announces 2025–2026 Season: The Place I Belong

    Wheeling Heritage Staff April 28, 2025
    Wheeling, WV – The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) has officially announced its 2025-2026 season, The Place I Belong, promising a...

    4th Annual Earth Day Block Party: Music, Food, and Green Living Come Together

    Provided April 25, 2025
    Get ready to groove for the planet! The Ohio County Solid Waste Authority (OCSWA) is bringing the Earth Day Block...

    Why Wheeling: The Sanders

    Olivia Beihl April 23, 2025
    A New Chapter for the Sanders Family Originally from California, Carmel and Lane Sanders officially became Wheeling residents in 2024....
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    101 Years Since West Virginia’s 3rd Worst Mining Disaster

    Liam Buchanan April 21, 2025
    On April 28, 1914, in a small southern West Virginia town called Eccles, a mining disaster claimed the lives of...
    Color Analysis Jamie Sleutz Kismet Salon

    Finding Your True Colors (and Having Fun Doing It)

    Riley Carpenter April 16, 2025
    A Belated Birthday Gift and a Curious Adventure Have you ever stood in front of your closet wondering why certain...
    WVNCC Grand Opening-Business & Entreneurship Center

    WVNCC Opens New Business & Entrepreneurship Center: Students Learn by Doing

    Provided April 14, 2025
    At the beginning of the month (April 2nd), West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) officially opened the doors to its...
    Vigilant Bookstore Firehouse

    Vigilant Bookstore’s Next Chapter: Progress at the Historic Firehouse

    Adeline Boggs April 11, 2025
    Chuck and Vera Wood, the owners of the Vigilant bookstore, purchased the old North Wheeling Firehouse at 650 Main Street...

    Wheeling’s Lesser Known Comics Publisher, David Campiti

    Liam Buchanan April 9, 2025
    When we think of American comics, our minds tend to gravitate toward the superhero oriented books that have been published...
    OCPL Adult Spelling Bee

    Friends of the Ohio County Library Hosts First-Ever Spelling Bee for Adults

    Provided April 7, 2025
    Wheeling, WV – A New Twist on an Old Favorite In a fun and unique twist on a classic competition,...
    Renew Massage Therapy

    A Story of Restoration: Renew Massage Therapy Brought Me Back to Life

    Jessica Broverman April 4, 2025
    The Question I Always Ask: “Where the Hell Do I Park?” This is always the first question whenever I leave...
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    Why Wheeling: The Hudsons Move From Evergreen to Almost Heaven

    Barb Hudson April 2, 2025
    The Moment We Knew You know those moments in life when you just know you’ve made the right decision? That’s...
    Easter Bunny Egg Hunt Wheeling

    Hoppin’ Around the Ohio Valley: Your Guide to Egg Hunts, Bunny Visits, and Spring Fun

    Provided March 31, 2025
    Springtime in the Ohio Valley means candy-filled eggs, bunny ears, and joyful family outings. Whether you’re chasing eggs, posing for...
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    Rails to Renewal: Form Energy Reimagines West Virginia’s Industrial Legacy

    Barb Hudson March 28, 2025
    At the heart of West Virginia’s industrial heritage lies a story of innovation, powered by the twin forces of river...
    Sarah's on Main Salty Bread

    WEEmake: Sarah Lydick – The Heart Behind Wheeling’s Salty Bread and Warmest Mornings

    Riley Carpenter March 26, 2025
    There’s something about Sarah’s On Main that makes you want to linger a little longer—the warmth of the space, the...
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