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

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    Wheeling Nurse Terri Clark Honored with DAISY Award for 48 Years of Compassionate Care

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

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

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    101 Years Since West Virginia’s 3rd Worst Mining Disaster

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    The Great Wheeling Flood of 1936: When the Friendly City Was Underwater

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    Amanda McGovern Wheeling performing at NextGen singing competition

    Local Star on the Rise: Get to Know Amanda McGovern

    Adeline Boggs February 12, 2025
    You may recognize Amanda McGovern from her performances with the Wheeling Symphony, her theatre performances at Wheeling Park High School...
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    Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Wheeling: A Guide for Every Budget

    Barb Hudson February 10, 2025
    Valentine’s Day is a day so many of us look forward to celebrating with our special someone. But let’s be...
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    Wheeling Live Here: Your Guide to Living, Working, and Thriving in the Friendly City

    Wheeling Heritage Staff February 7, 2025
    Wheeling is more than just a city—it’s a community full of history, opportunity, and small-town charm with big-city amenities. Whether...
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    Get Your Garden Ready: Ohio County Master Gardeners Meetings

    Provided February 5, 2025
    As winter draws to a close and the promise of spring approaches, gardeners across Ohio County are gearing up for...
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    Discover Elegance and Empowerment at Moonlight Intimate Apparel

    Riley Carpenter February 3, 2025
    Step into Moonlight Intimate Apparel in Wheeling’s Centre Market and experience more than just a lingerie store—it’s a destination where...
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    Cindy Johnson: A Life of Connection, Creativity, and Courage

    Barb Hudson January 31, 2025
    Life has a way of surprising us with twists and turns, weaving a story far more captivating than anything we...
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    Junior League Accepting Scholarship Applications

    Provided January 29, 2025
    Applications are now being accepted for the Junior League of Wheeling’s Linda Bordas Scholarship. Three young women exemplifying leadership and volunteerism...
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    How Wheeling Almost Lost its Suspension Bridge

    Emma Wiley January 27, 2025
    For over 175 years, the Wheeling Suspension Bridge has been an iconic symbol of the city and its crucial place...
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    Elmhurst: A Legacy of Friendship and Philanthropy in Wheeling

    Riley Carpenter January 24, 2025
    Nestled in the scenic Pleasant Valley of Wheeling, West Virginia, Elmhurst: The House of Friendship is more than just an...
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    Why Wheeling: The Viles Family (The Christmas House)

    Olivia Beihl January 22, 2025
    From the Festival of Lights to the iconic Wheeling Christmas Parade, our city has a plethora of Christmas Time activities....
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    If We Could Talk to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Thoughts from Wheeling Students

    Park Press and Weelunk Staff January 20, 2025
    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. left a legacy of courage, hope, and a vision for a more just world. But...
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    Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: 2025 Weekend Itinerary

    Ron Scott Jr. January 17, 2025
    The Wheeling community will come together to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a...
    Joseph and Rosena Dimmey

    Founding Families of Wheeling: The Dimmey Family Journey and Legacy

    Barb Hudson January 15, 2025
    Immigration stories are woven into the fabric of Wheeling’s history. Many in the Wheeling community have stories to share about...
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    After 24 Years, Wheeling’s Imperial Teacher Store Says Goodbye

    Adeline Boggs January 13, 2025
    Imperial Teacher Store, 24 Years of Serving Local Teachers After 24 incredible years, the Imperial Teacher’s Store is closing its...

    Warm Up the New Year With Generosity

    Riley Carpenter January 10, 2025
    As the holiday lights come down and we settle into the new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on...
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    The Photographic Artists Who Painted Wheeling’s History

    Melody Petras January 8, 2025
    A Picture Paints a Thousand Words We all know something or other about Wheeling’s rich history. For instance, our National...
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    Tiny Worlds – Illustrator Rosalie Haizlett Celebrates Appalachian Flora, Fauna, and Fungi with New Exhibit at WLU

    Provided January 6, 2025
    WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., January 6, 2025 – Explore some of the smallest, yet most magnificent, plants, animals, amphibians, and insects of...
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    Witness to Disaster: The Story of Warwood’s Forgotten 1925 Train Derailment

    Barb Hudson January 3, 2025
    It was a rainy October afternoon in 1925 when Warwood became the site of a devastating train derailment. This disaster...
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    The Art of Breaking New Year’s Resolutions: Then and Now

    Barb Hudson December 30, 2024
    New Year’s resolutions: a ritual as enduring as the calendar itself. Every January, we vow to transform into better versions...
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    Nollaig na mBan: Celebrate Women’s Christmas in Wheeling

    Riley Carpenter December 27, 2024
    Nollaig na mBan: A Tradition of Rest, Reflection, and Reconnection As the busy holiday season comes to a close, women...
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    Celebrate the Holidays with Wheeling’s Talking Christmas Tree Coloring Page

    Barb Hudson December 25, 2024
    Bring the magic of Wheeling’s Talking Christmas Tree to life with this free coloring page! This beloved holiday tradition has...
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    Aliens, Art, and Acts of Kindness: Wheeling’s Maria Kipp Connection

    Angela Hawk December 23, 2024
    In early August, a message popped up on my Facebook from my old graduate school friend, Nicole: “Hi Angela, I...
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    Help Shape the Magic: Your City of Lights Sweepstakes!

    Wheeling Heritage Staff December 20, 2024
    A Transformed Downtown, Ready to Shine As Wheeling prepares to celebrate the 40th Fantasy in Lights Parade next year, there’s...
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    A Season of Spectacular Shows at the Capitol Theatre

    Courtney Mellor December 18, 2024
    The historic Capitol Theatre continues to host an impressive array of events this winter and spring. From festive holiday performances...
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    Wheeling’s Twelfth Night Ball Returns: A Night of History, Fun, and Festive Revelry

    Wheeling Heritage Staff December 16, 2024
    The Origins of Twelfth Night Twelfth Night has always been a time for celebration, marking the end of the holiday...
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    Wheeling Symphony 95th Anniversary: Celebrating Nearly a Century of Music and Community

    Barb Hudson and Kai Harris December 11, 2024
    A Humble Beginning: The Vision of Eleanor D. Caldwell In a small living room nearly a century ago, Eleanor D....
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    Taste Wheeling on Wheels: A Holiday Guide to Local Food Trucks

    Barb Hudson December 9, 2024
    The holidays can be a lot of fun, but they can also be a whole lot of work—especially when it...

    6th Annual Handmade Holiday Market: This Saturday, December 7

    Wheeling Heritage Staff December 4, 2024
    Wheeling’s favorite holiday shopping event is back and bigger than ever! The 6th Annual Handmade Holiday Market, sponsored by Wheeling...

    Oglebay’s Festival of Lights: 40 Years of Innovation and Community Spirit

    Isabella Droginske December 2, 2024
    Oglebay’s Festival of Lights celebrates four decades of lighting up the Upper Ohio Valley and bringing innovation to the community....

    Shop Small in Wheeling: Making Your Plan

    Adeline Boggs November 27, 2024
    With the Holiday Season upon us, Small Business Saturday is right around the corner! This year, the annual holiday lands...

    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 Beihl 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...

    Shop Small. Shop Local. Shop Wheeling

    Wheeling Heritage Staff November 18, 2024
    Small Business Saturday is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to support the heart and soul of...

    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 Beihl 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

    Provided 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...
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