City of Wheeling CARES About Small Businesses

Nora Edinger July 27, 2020

Does a hairstylist working on her own qualify for a new round of federal assistance to small businesses? Can a...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 26

Nora Edinger July 26, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

WEEREAD: Practicing Silence — New and Selected Verses

Laura Lynn Brown July 25, 2020

What is silence? Our first thought is usually absence of sound. In Bonnie Thurston’s poetry collection “Practicing Silence,” silence is...

BYGONE COMEBACKS: The Magic of a Creek

Jessica Broverman July 22, 2020

Editor’s note: Have you noticed lately that bits of the past are creeping into the present? We’re gardening more, going...

‘Stretched to Their Limits’: Foundation Comes to Aid of Health Departments

Ellen Brafford McCroskey July 21, 2020

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit our area in March, no one was prepared for what was to come. No one...

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT: Steamer Disaster on the Ohio on July 4, 1882

Taylor Abbott July 20, 2020

On July 4th, 1882, the steamboat Scioto would make its final journey down the Ohio River. Taylor Abbott, a descendant of the boat's captain, tells the story of the disaster that would grip the nation.

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 25

Nora Edinger July 19, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

WEEREAD: Riding on Comets

Anna Cipoletti July 18, 2020

In her memoir Riding on Comets, born-and-bred West Virginian Cat Pleska recalls coming of age in the 1950s and ‘60s...

Master Gardeners Make a Difference in Community

Earl Nicodemus July 17, 2020

Did you like to play in the dirt when you were a little girl or boy? Do you still like...

Wheeling, Partners Awarded $100,000 Aetna Foundation Grant to Advance Health Equity in Ohio County

Provided July 15, 2020

The City of Wheeling’s Department of Parks and Recreation, along with several Ohio County partners, have been selected to receive...

Reuben Rouse: ‘Raised on Love’

Nora Edinger July 15, 2020

Editor’s note: Weelunk is committed to sharing the city’s diverse stories, including those that combat systemic racism. Today’s post features...

Bottled Treasure: Discovery Leads to Investigation

Alex Warren July 14, 2020

The Stratford Springs Bottling Company may have been closed for over 50 years, but their glass bottles can still be found. One Wheeling family discovered a massive collection in their own backyard.

April 1865: A Burst of Historic Events

Barb Pirhalla July 13, 2020

April 1865, was a month long remembered in history. Richmond, Virginia, fell; April 9, Gen. Robert E. Lee surrendered to...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 24

Nora Edinger July 12, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

WEEREAD: The Third Rainbow Girl — The Long Life of a Double Murder in Appalachia

Christina Fisanick July 11, 2020

West Virginia’s history is often not well represented in books that tell stories from our hills and valleys. In The...

Positive and Progressive: Wheeling Makes Social Change Happen

Ellen Brafford McCroskey July 10, 2020

Wheeling has received national attention after voting in West Virginia’s first openly transgender elected official, Rosemary Ketchum. Now, we reflect on the significance of recent steps taken by the city to be more inclusive.

Wheeling Park to Open Community Education Center in Partnership With Wheeling Country Day School

Provided July 8, 2020

For decades, Wheeling Park was a popular community destination for roller skating, teen dances and a variety of community-based activities...

The Monastery Rebuilds: A Look Inside Mount Carmel’s Changing Walls and Beating Heart

Cassie Bendel July 8, 2020

On just about every corner in Wheeling, you’ll find something that reminds you of a time that came before you....

Talking With Elders: ‘The Closest Thing to Time Travel’

Phyllis Sigal July 7, 2020

We can learn a lot from our elders; that’s something we’ve always heard. Wheeling Park High School social studies teacher...

Wheeling’s Twentieth Man: 250 Years of Race Relations in the Northernmost Southern City of the Southernmost Northern State

Seán Duffy July 6, 2020

Writer’s note:  It’s 2020, and we find ourselves still fighting the same injustices that a prior generation fought more than...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 23

Nora Edinger July 5, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

McCarthy-Wheeling Connection Explored in a New Book

Stacey Miller Sacco July 4, 2020

On Feb. 9, 1950, Sen. Joseph McCarthy arrived in Wheeling to give a speech at the annual Republican Lincoln Day...

Mount Wood Overlook: A Community Treasure

Ellen Brafford McCroskey July 3, 2020

If you have driven up Mount Wood Road to bypass the recent interstate construction project, you’ve likely noticed the unique...

Villamagna’s Epic ‘Shrine for a Mill Rat’ Finds Forever Home at the Library

Seán Duffy July 1, 2020

Public libraries exist to provide free and equal access to resources, helping people to pursue knowledge and inspiration. And “Shrine...

Time Travel From Home With Historic Postcards

Alex Warren June 30, 2020

Summer usually means beach vacations and traveling to exciting new destinations. This year, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, travel has been...

Fishing for the Perfect Social Distancing Activity?

Laura Jackson Roberts June 29, 2020

If there’s one activity that seems to fit our current situation and its social requirements perfectly, it’s fishing. You’re outside,...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 22

Nora Edinger June 28, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

The Road From Small Town to Published Author: Two Marshall County Natives Release Books

Kelly Strautmann June 27, 2020

Author’s note: It was a pleasure to write about two people from my small hometown — a younger schoolmate and...

Wheeling Heritage Trail: From Railroad to Walking Trail

Alex Warren June 26, 2020

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, getting out of the house for fresh air has become a necessity and, of course, Wheeling...

Crosscurrents Art Exhibit Opens June 25th at Stifel Center

Provided June 24, 2020

Oglebay Institute’s annual Crosscurrents exhibition will take place again this year at its Stifel Fine Arts Center. While no opening...

The West Virginia Snakes Club and its Historic Location

Ellen Brafford McCroskey June 24, 2020

First of all, where in the world did the name “West Virginia Snakes Club” come from? And is “Snake” singular...

Through the COVID-19 Lens: Photographers Find Creative Ways to Keep Clicking

Jennifer Materkoski June 23, 2020

Social distancing and other effects of Covid-19 have disrupted life as we knew it — especially the seasons of graduations,...

The Refreshing French 75: Best of Both Worlds

Matt Welsch June 22, 2020

Summertime is finally here, and with it brings lemonade on the back porch or maybe a nice gin and tonic....

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 21

Nora Edinger June 21, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT: A Tale of Two Capitals

Taylor Abbott June 20, 2020

Editor’s note: Throughout Wheeling’s history, one aspect has remained a constant — the Ohio River. From the birthplace of the...

Pandemic Mask Battle Is Nothing New

Fred Connors June 19, 2020

West Virginians slipping out of COVID-19 exile are ripping a page out of history concerning face coverings. During the 1918...

Speakers, Performers and More Part of Virtual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday

Phyllis Sigal June 18, 2020

Resilience. Endurance. Commitment. That’s what we’re seeing in the Ohio Valley — as is proven by the fact that a...

WEEAsked: Owens Brown, President of the West Virginia NAACP

Ellen Brafford McCroskey June 17, 2020

George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor. These three are the latest to be sacrificed for the inequities of our society....

Art in the Time of Coronavirus

Phyllis Sigal June 16, 2020

Whether their work documents the period or adds commentary or levity, five Wheeling artists who are creating art throughout this...

DOWNTOWN DO-OVER: Connors ‘Cornering’ the Market

Nora Edinger June 15, 2020

Editor’s note: In this occasional series, Weelunk has looked at downtown’s re-development — from the biggest catalysts to block-by-block changes....

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 20

Nora Edinger June 14, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...

WEEREAD: The Clarinet Polka

Ellen Brafford McCroskey June 13, 2020

Author Keith Maillard was born right here in Wheeling in 1942, where he lived until eventually moving to Canada in...

RED Launches CO.STARTERS Rebuild Program to Help Small Businesses Recover

Provided June 12, 2020

Regional Economic Development Partnership (RED) is accepting applications for CO.STARTERS Rebuild, a 10-session, live and virtually facilitated program that helps...

Face Masks: Fashion Statement and Sign of the COVID-19 Times

Phyllis Sigal June 12, 2020

The Rolling Stones lips logo, political statements, camouflage, the American flag, designer logos, humorous sayings (“like a good neighbor, stay...

Travel Around the World and Through Time Without Leaving Your Living Room

Provided June 10, 2020

For Summer Reading 2020, the Ohio County Public Library in Wheeling will offer a new People’s University Livestream series to...

From the Yard to Your Plate — Adding Flavor to Your Salad

Melissa Rebholz June 10, 2020

Disclaimer: Weelunk cares about your health and safety. Before touching or eating anything out in the wild, we recommend seeking...

Keeping Music Live – A Musician’s Life During COVID-19

Kyle Knox June 9, 2020

Wearing a vintage concert T-shirt, singing every word to every song, dancing indiscriminately and connecting with people who enjoy the...

Ron Scott: I Knew I Had to Go — It Was Too Important Not To

Ron Scott Jr. June 8, 2020

Editor’s note: Protesters in cities across the country came out last week to make their feelings known in regard to...

American Legion Post 89 Making Community Proud

Nick Musgrave June 7, 2020

Editor’s note: This week, Weelunk will pause our normally scheduled programming to highlight stories that feature Black narratives. We have...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 19

Nora Edinger June 7, 2020

Editor’s note: Suspended Aggravation is an original, Wheeling-centric novel by Nora Edinger and is published exclusively through Weelunk. While some...