City Pools Set to Open Saturday!

Provided May 31, 2023

Wheeling’s city pools will be open for fun in the sun beginning Saturday, June 3. The facilities – Garden Park,...

How Wheeling Saved the Capitol Theatre

Alex Panas and Wheeling Heritage Media May 31, 2023

With a bustling schedule of Broadway shows, live music, and symphonic performances, it’s hard to imagine a time when the...

‘Every Brilliant Thing’ Combines Theater and Art in Unique Ways

Justice Hudson May 30, 2023

When David Widder-Varhegyi first discovered Every Brilliant Thing, a one-man play written by David Macmillon with Johnny Donahoe, in 2016...

Wheeling Parks and Recreation’s Summer Program Lineup Offers Something for Everyone

Lindsay Ammirante May 26, 2023

It’s that time of year and the Wheeling Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for another jam-packed season. Summer...

Orrick Announces 2023 “Pride In Wheeling Day”

Provided May 25, 2023

Wheeling has long been known as the Friendly City. We are a city of supportive and kind folks who often...

This Incredible Historic House Restoration was Nine Years in the Making

Haley Steed May 25, 2023

Born and raised on Wheeling Island, Jason Bradcovich saw the house every day: a once-glorious example of Victorian-era architecture that...

Meet the Farmers Who Feed Wheeling

Justice Hudson May 24, 2023

Grow Ohio Valley’s summer CSA–or community supported agriculture–program will launch on June 29, 2023, its tenth consecutive year of providing...

For These Two People, The Wheeling Hall of Fame is a Family Tradition

Ellen Brafford McCroskey May 22, 2023

In many families, good genes are passed down through generations like great-granddad’s pocket watch. If you’re lucky, they might bestow...

Did You Know That Wheeling Is Home to the Toughest Half-Marathon in America?

Karin Butyn May 19, 2023

Often touted as “The Toughest Half-Marathon in America,1” the Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic and its many athletes will soon...

QUIZ – How Much Do You Know About These Noteworthy Wheelingites?

Haley Steed May 17, 2023

Last month, eleven new Wheelingites were inducted into the Wheeling Hall of Fame. How much do you know about these people? Take our quiz to put your knowledge to the test!

Discover the Charm of Intimate Weddings in Wheeling

Jessica Broverman May 15, 2023

Weddings have taken place for many centuries and as time passes, themes tend to evolve. Gown styles change, the destination...

Unleash Your Inner Wizard at the Wheeling Wizarding Festival

Provided May 12, 2023

The mystique of wizardly magic will be overtaking Heritage Port on Saturday, May 20 with the Wheeling Wizarding Festival that...

Helping Heroes Offers Second Chance to Veterans and This Historic Wheeling Building

Ellen Brafford McCroskey May 10, 2023

It has been said that a soldier writes America a “blank check” upon entering the service, the value of which...

Wheeling Artisan Center Renovation Project Begins This Month

Provided May 9, 2023

The Wheeling Artisan Center will officially break ground on the $1.5 million renovation project on May 22, 2023. After accepting...

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...