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SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 12

Nora Edinger April 19, 2020

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

THRIVING IN PLACE: How to Stay Healthy When the World Is Bananas!

Joelle Moray April 18, 2020

A few months ago, we all made big plans. Resolutions for the New Year. We bought planners and booked vacations....

Weelunk Introduces Interactive Multimedia & More!

Wheeling Heritage Media April 17, 2020

Finding a way to stay connected to the Wheeling community is especially important during this period of social distancing. Looking...

WHEELING@WORK: Prager’s Experience and 311 System Make Wheeling Homes Safer

Cassie Bendel April 17, 2020

Editor’s note: Our series, “Wheeling@Work,” is an effort to provide readers with insight and information into our city government, highlighting...

‘Home of the Brave’ Project Recognizes Those on the Frontlines

Provided April 16, 2020

We all know someone who is putting on a brave face right now to support our community in this time...

PHOTO GALLERY: The Great Wheeling Easter Egg Hunt!

Wheeling Heritage Media April 15, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

Ghost Signs of Wheeling

Fred Connors April 15, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

The Alpha: Ye Olde Memories

Phyllis Sigal April 14, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

WEELUNK FOR KIDS: Wheeling Landmark Scavenger Hunt (Part I)

Earl Nicodemus April 13, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 11

Nora Edinger April 12, 2020

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

Wheeling’s Pets Then and Now

Betsy Sweeny April 11, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right...

Meet the ‘QuaranTEENS’: How local Young People Dealt With Pandemic, Then and Now

Cassie Bendel April 10, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right...

Oglebay to Livestream 92nd Annual Easter Sunrise Service

Provided April 9, 2020

Since 1927, Oglebay Park has hosted an Easter Sunrise Service, which remains the longest-running program in the park’s history. At...

United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley Mask Collection

Provided April 8, 2020

Critical Mask Shortage In Medical Facilities Creates Volunteer Opportunity Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a shortage of personal...

COVID-19: Shopping Small is Good for the Local Economy – and Maybe Your Health, Too

Jennifer Materkoski April 8, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

OGLEBAY OFFERS FREE ROOMS TO FRONT-LINE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS DURING COVID-19

Provided April 7, 2020

Oglebay is offering free accommodations to local doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, front-line responders and other medical professionals who are helping...

West Liberty University Replaces Traditional Commencement Ceremony with Safe Virtual Event

Provided April 7, 2020

Because of social distancing and other restrictions in place while the world fights the coronavirus pandemic, West Liberty University is...

SAFEGUARDING WHEELING’S RICHES: Vaults Around Town

Ellen Brafford McCroskey April 7, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

COVID-19: Protecting Our Senior Citizens

Kyle Knox April 6, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 10

Nora Edinger April 5, 2020

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

WEEREAD: Murder Never Dies

Stacey Miller Sacco April 4, 2020

When the Friendly City Turned Rogue With 250 years of history, Wheeling’s story isn’t only innovation, triumphs and celebrations. Just...

CFOV Emergency Impact Fund Accepting Applications

Provided April 3, 2020

The Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley (CFOV) is now accepting grant applications through an opportunity made possible by the...

Academic Rules Relaxed during COVID-19 Crisis

Provided April 2, 2020

WLU students have transitioned to alternate learning environments due to social distancing and now have less to worry about due to today's announcement.

COVID-19: Experience Arts, Culture and History in Wheeling While Social Distancing

Betsy Sweeny April 2, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right...

Here’s How to Join in the Great Wheeling Easter Egg Hunt!

Wheeling Heritage Media April 1, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right now, we’re...

After Successful Facebook Live Event, August Levy Encourages Community to ‘Light Up Blue’ for Autism Awareness Month

Provided March 31, 2020

Wheeling, WV – On Friday, March 27, more than 300 people tuned in to a Facebook Live concert put on...

WOMEN IN HISTORY: These Wheeling Women Made Music History

Stacey Miller Sacco March 31, 2020

Throughout March — Women’s History Month — Weelunk will feature stories about women who have made history and women who...

COVID-19: Mask-Makers Are Doing ‘Sew’ Much to Help

Phyllis Sigal March 30, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Because that looks a little different right...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 9

Nora Edinger March 29, 2020

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

ROBERTS RUMINATES: Boxed In

Laura Jackson Roberts March 28, 2020

Author’s note: These are unprecedented and anxious times. We feel alone and isolated. It’s important to take the spread of...

QUIZ: Which Wheeling Neighborhood Shares Your Personality?

Wheeling Heritage Media March 27, 2020

Take our quiz to learn more about Wheeling neighborhoods and find out which one best fits your personality! Which neighborhood are you?

PRESENCE EXHIBITION: A Virtual Tour Within Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center

Wheeling Heritage Media March 27, 2020

At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Since that looks a little different right now, we’re...

Radio Host Keeps Greek Music Alive in Ohio Valley

Maria E. Sticco March 25, 2020

Editor’s note: Today, March 25, 2020, is Greek Independence Day, a national holiday celebrated annually in Greece, commemorating the start...

Wheeling Heritage Announces Emergency Grant for Artists, Entertainers, Small Business Owners

Provided March 24, 2020

UPDATE: Wheeling Heritage has had a huge number of grant requests since announcing the COVID-19 Emergency Grant. Unfortunately, the organization...

WOMEN IN HISTORY: A Nun’s Life — Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow

Nora Edinger March 24, 2020

Editor’s note: Of all the forms of spirituality practiced in Wheeling, perhaps the least understood is that of the various...

COVID-19: Sidewalk Chalk Inspirational Messages Offer Hope

Phyllis Sigal March 23, 2020

Editor’s note: At Weelunk, we’re all about keeping you connected to your community. Since that looks a little different right...

COVID-19: Teachers Continue to Encourage, Motivate and Educate

Christina Fisanick March 23, 2020

s the novel coronavirus continues to spread across the world, the United States has had to take make some difficult...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 8

Nora Edinger March 22, 2020

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

PHYLosophy: Tips for Working From Home

Phyllis Sigal March 21, 2020

o, I don’t work in my pajamas. But, when I started working from home on Feb. 1, 2018, everyone said...

John Moses: ‘You Name It, They Come to Our Door’

Betsy Bethel-McFarland March 20, 2020

n times of crisis, a leader who serves the most vulnerable people in a community needs three things: broad shoulders,...

It’s Spring! The Outdoors Are Open … Go Explore the Ohio Valley

Jesse Mestrovic March 20, 2020

arks are a great place to practice social distancing and a great way to free your mind — especially right...

A Note to Our Readers

Alex Weld March 19, 2020

eelunk shares Wheeling’s story. And right now, Wheeling’s story has taken an unexpected turn. Just like the rest of the...

COVID-19: Community Foundation Creates Emergency Impact Fund

Provided March 18, 2020

In response to the mounting challenges created by COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley (CFOV) has created...

COVID-19: How the Wheeling Community Can Help Small Businesses, Restaurants

Phyllis Sigal March 18, 2020

hese are uncertain times for us all. Everyone is affected, one way or another — school closings; hospital overload; social...

WOMEN IN HISTORY: Wheeling Nurses Share Tales From Their Military Days

Kelly Strautmann March 17, 2020

Editor’s note: Throughout March — Women’s History Month — Weelunk will feature stories about women who have made history and...

The Lazy Mom’s Guide to the Confinement Blues: 19 Ways to Keep Kids Busy

Stacey Miller Sacco March 16, 2020

chools are shuttered. Businesses are restricting their hours. Sports teams are canceling spring games and practices. Parents are telecommuting while...

SUSPENDED AGGRAVATION: Chapter 7

Nora Edinger March 15, 2020

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