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...

WEEREAD: Tiny Worlds of the Appalachian Mountains: An Artist’s Journey by Rosalie Haizlett

Anna Cipoletti September 3, 2024

About three years ago, a proposal came into my email from my Weelunk editor: would I, a frequent book review...

The Walker Jr. II, a Mysterious Magazine

Makayla Carney August 23, 2024

“It’s got all kinds of stuff in it. There’s just ridiculously wacky, funny things. There’s raunchy things. There’s some more...

The Wheeling Artisan Center Then and Now

Makayla Carney August 22, 2024

It was decided by vote. At least partially. By calling the “heritage hotline” in 1995, the public of Wheeling could...

Grow Ohio Valley Offers Community Compost Collection

Justice Hudson August 16, 2024

Cara Delaney and Chloe Lefchak of Grow Ohio Valley have collected community kitchen scraps since June. Now that we’re nearing...

From City Hospital to OVMC: Generations of Care

Taylor Abbott August 7, 2024

Picture yourself walking through the heart of any city. What catches your eye? It’s not just the towering buildings or...

Warwood Farmers Market Celebrates Opportunities, Affordable Fresh Produce, and Community Spirit

Provided July 31, 2024

On July 23, the Warwood Farmers Market will celebrate the mini-grant award from the WV Farmers Market Association with a...

Wheeling Area Events

Weelunk Staff July 25, 2024

Looking for something to do? Find out what's happening this week in the Wheeling area!

WEEREAD: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Anna Cipoletti July 23, 2024

“First, I got myself born.” So begins the saga of Damon Fields, AKA Demon Copperhead, the titular protagonist of Barbara...

Arts Festival Returns to Wheeling on August 3

Justice Hudson July 19, 2024

The Arts Festival, put on by the Arts and Cultural Commission each year, will return to Wheeling Park on Saturday,...

Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation: Call for Volunteers

Provided July 15, 2024

Contact: Jay Frey, president, Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation (304) 312-1787 jameshfrey@gmail.com Call for Volunteers The Ohio County Cemeteries Foundation needs...

August Wilson, Towngate, and the Importance of Black Theatre

Makayla Carney July 8, 2024

“Don’t you try and go through life worrying about if somebody like you or not. You best be making sure...

New support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities to begin in Wheeling this July

Provided July 4, 2024

A new in-person support group for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs will hold its...

What Does Pride Mean to Wheeling?

Makayla Carney June 28, 2024

Pride on the Plaza was an absolute blast this year, full of amazing vendors, local musicians, and a wonderful sense...

Own a Piece of Wheeling History with the Rogers Hotel

Makayla Carney June 27, 2024

The promise of a “fireproof” hotel has long loomed over downtown Wheeling. The six-story red brick building rests squarely on...

Stifel’s Artists-in-Residence Bring Their Work to Clientele Art Studio

Makayla Carney June 14, 2024

For several months now, three artists have been creating up a storm at Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine Arts Center. Kellie...

Pink Party on Tap for Saturday at Heritage Port

Provided June 12, 2024

Evening Concludes with Free Screening of the Barbie Movie The City of Wheeling’s Parks and Recreation Department is painting the...

Work from Home Artistry began in Apartment Two

Karin Butyn June 11, 2024

The term ‘Work-From-Home’ conjures up images of zoom calls and button-up shirts paired with lounge pants. Most people expect long-distance...

Would You Bid on This Nearly Twenty Thousand Dollar Document About Wheeling?

Makayla Carney June 7, 2024

From the desk of President Abraham Lincoln, on October 21, 1861, came a document. With all the zeal of man...

Pride in the Friendly City: Orrick Hosts 2024 “Pride in Wheeling Day”

Provided June 5, 2024

Every year, communities across the country and state celebrate Pride Month. For the 8th year in a row, Orrick promotes...

WEEREAD: In the Shadow of the Greenbrier by Emily Matchar

Anna Cipoletti June 5, 2024

The Greenbrier Resort: a vast, opulent luxury hotel nestled within the Allegheny Mountains. Since its opening in 1913, the hotel...

New Creative Crosswalks Brighten Up Centre Market

Alex Panas June 4, 2024

Some art is created to last a lifetime, while other pieces are more temporary. Both enrich our lives in their...

Friendlier City Project Prepares for Second Pride on the Plaza in Wheeling

Alex Panas June 3, 2024

With Pride Month officially underway, one local group is gearing up for a daylong celebration of LGBTQ+ acceptance, achievements, rights,...

Discover Wheeling’s Hidden Culinary Gems at Oglebay Institute’s Secret Kitchens Tour and Gourmet Market

Provided June 1, 2024

Area residents have an opportunity to get a rare peek at some of the most exquisite kitchens in Wheeling during...

Towngate Welcomes you to Come to the Cabaret!

Makayla Carney May 31, 2024

After a full season of dramatic and funny board-treading, Towngate is offering a different experience from their plays and musicals....

How Meet Me in the Alley Reflects Wheeling’s Growth

Alex Panas May 31, 2024

A lot can change in 10 years. Looking back to what Downtown Wheeling was like in 2014, it’s impossible not...

Wheeling’s Roads Have Been Worked on Before

Makayla Carney May 28, 2024

“Council Awards Contract for Main Street Paving,” the headline for The Wheeling Intelligencer reads. “Work will begin at once in...

Investing in Creativity: Meet the Creative Entrepreneurs Who are Shaping Wheeling’s Future

Alex Panas May 24, 2024

When thinking about what makes Wheeling special, I’ve noticed three common themes come up in conversations with friends, colleagues, and...

Ohio County Schools and Wheeling Parks and Recreation Team Up to Offer Unique Summer Incentive

Provided May 22, 2024

Ohio County Schools and Wheeling Parks and Recreation have joined forces with over a dozen local Wheeling businesses to encourage...

Hunt for Wheeling History with Ritchietown Renaissance

Griffin Nordstrom May 21, 2024

May is Historic Preservation Month, and Ritchietown Renaissance Inc. is celebrating the unique architecture of South Wheeling with a photo...

Wheeling Made Music: Ananga Martin Releases New Album

Makayla Carney May 17, 2024

For those who have found themselves enjoying a courtyard music night at Later Aligator, or lounging at the Purple Fiddle...

YNST Celebrates the “New Traditions” of Appalachia

Makayla Carney May 15, 2024

“There’s this throughline that connects Appalachia together,” Adam explained, “and it’s obviously the mountains.” Though a half-joke, the Applalatican mountains...

From Stained Glass to Stone Carvings Belmont College Students Preserve History

Makayla Carney May 14, 2024

It’s Historic Preservation Month, and in a town like Wheeling with such a rich history, there are so many ways...

Meet the Four Entrepreneurs Competing for Votes in Show of Hands

Wheeling Heritage Media and Makayla Carney May 13, 2024

This Wednesday, Mat 15, four local businesses will once again compete in Show of Hands at the Wheeling Artisan Center....

Wheeling Wizarding Festival Slated for May 18

Provided May 10, 2024

The mystique of wizardly magic will be overtaking Heritage Port on Saturday, May 18, with the second annual Wheeling Wizarding...

Wheeling Park High School’s Greenhouse is in Bloom

Karin Butyn May 8, 2024

Wheeling Park High School opened their annual greenhouse sale on Wednesday, May 1. The greenhouse will be operational and open...

A Wheeling Island Beauty Contest from 100 Years Ago

Makayla Carney May 6, 2024

When the Bathing Beauty Contents was first announced, eight girls, “mermaids”, signed up. The contestants flocked from three different towns...

Explore Handcrafted Items at Handmade Holiday: Spring Market this Saturday

Makayla Carney May 3, 2024

It’s once again time for another Handmade Holiday event! After years of success with the winter makers market, Wheeling Heritage...

The Bard Returns to the Towngate Stage

Provided and Makayla Carney May 2, 2024

Mischief, mistaken identity, love, and joyful revelation abound at Oglebay Institute’s Towngate Theatre during its upcoming production of Shakespeare’s romantic...

WEERock: Waterfront Hall

Crin Joy May 1, 2024

Since the summer of 2023, Waterfront Hall has been bringing the tunes, good vibes, and joy to Water Street in...

QUIZ: Which Historic Wheeling Building Are You?

Emma Wiley May 1, 2024

Wheeling has a plethora of outstanding historic buildings in various stages of preservation and redevelopment—take this quiz to learn which historic building you are!

Toast to Success: Local Couple Opens The Rose Garden in Mozart

Karin Butyn April 26, 2024

Celebrate the weekend with some good drinks at The Rose Garden. With their soft opening this Saturday, there are bound...

Meet the Artists-in-Residence at Stifel Fine Arts Center

Ellen Brafford McCroskey April 25, 2024

“Art… is the transmission of feeling that the artist has experienced.” – Leo Tolstoy Oglebay Institute is offering several talented...

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Temple Shalom’s 32nd Annual Chocolate Extravaganza

Provided April 25, 2024

Did someone say, chocolate? It’s that special time of year again when Temple Shalom hosts their fabulous, delectable, and fun...

Wheeling Heritage Announces Latest Round of Show of Hands Finalists

Wheeling Heritage Staff April 24, 2024

Wheeling Heritage announced today that four Wheeling business owners have been selected to participate in the next Show of Hands...

Celebrate Your Dog in Wheeling

Makayla Carney April 22, 2024

The dog days are not over! Every day is a dog day for those of us with four-legged pup friends....

How Local Artists Transformed Wheeling’s Library Cards

Alex Panas April 17, 2024

Libraries are a powerful force for good in our communities. From promoting literacy and a love of reading to offering...

Ohio County Public Library Cards Unveils New Library Cards

Provided April 9, 2024

The Ohio County Public Library is thrilled to announce the official launch of our newly redesigned library cards! Supported in...