‘Challenge Wheeling’ Explores City’s HistorySteve Novotney June 10, 2015It’s a 5K jaunt and a scavenger hunt that is part race and part urban exploration in downtown Wheeling. But...
The “Father of West Virginia” ReturnsJackie McDermott June 10, 2015The installation of the statue of Francis H. Pierpont, the “Father of West Virginia,” will begin on Wednesday, June 10,...
A Wheeling Steak Fry Is Not Rare, But Well DoneSteve Novotney June 9, 2015You get a baked potato, a salad, draft beer, and a raw steak. And you have to cook it. All...
Only in Wheeling: Chuckling at CrimeSteve Criniti June 8, 2015Crime is no laughing matter. One human perpetrates a transgression against another human, and both parties are irrevocably changed. That’s...
Inside Greenwood CemeteryKim Adams June 7, 2015When I first decided to write about Greenwood, I figured it would be an article on the grand monuments and...
McCardle Q & A: “Miracles Are Happening For Everyone.”Steve Novotney June 7, 2015It all started with one child’s wish, and seven years later it has grown into a community that’s never existed...
The Wheeling Mob: Part 7Steve Novotney June 6, 2015WARNING: This article contains explicit language and subject matter that is not suitable for children. It is the equivalent of...
A Health Transformation in WheelingSarah Barickman June 5, 2015Could one conversation really change a person’s life? Well, it absolutely did for me! Little did I know that one...
Nothing’s Cheesy About Gilson’s Cheese MeltSteve Novotney June 5, 2015He’s been a juvenile probation officer and a private investigator. He’s sold insurance, worked in the gas and oil fields,...
Weelunk WeekenderLeeRoy June 4, 2015Although some of you are reading us from vacation spots like Myrtle, Ocean City, or Blackwater Falls, those of you...
Mmm . . . Popcorn Opens at Market PlazaChristina Fisanick June 3, 2015My son insisted he could smell the popcorn by the time we hit the former Kaufman’s storefront. He held fast...
The Blue Church Concert Series to Feature Nashville ArtistJackie McDermott June 3, 2015 The Blue Church First Friday Concert Series will feature Jacob Thomas, Jr. this Friday at 8 p.m. at Wheeling’s newest performing arts venue...
Wheeling Improv Troupe Debuts This FridayMario Muscar June 2, 2015By Mario Muscar A group of individuals in the area have gathered together to give the world one of the things...
Romanian Journalist Tours Friendly CitySteve Novotney June 2, 2015The first I had heard of the country was when Nadia Comaneci captured the world’s attention in 1976. I was...
W.Va. Executive Aims to Ignite the Mountain StateAmy Arnett June 1, 2015From financial bumps in the road to the worlds of marketing and social media, getting a business started is no...
Wood Family Q&A: “Food Is Culture Too.”Steve Novotney May 31, 2015Blame the painting. It’s not an excuse, but when Chuck Wood and his family first saw a painting by Janet...
No Asylum Now Offered By Roney’s Point AsylumSteve Novotney May 30, 2015It closed 43 years ago, and it has sat here empty ever since. It was a popular dare back in...
A Graduate’s Guide To Furthering The Weelunk MissionRochambeau May 30, 2015With graduation season upon us, it’s a great time to discuss a subject which doesn’t often get discussed. We all...
Interesting Flora of Ohio CountyBearcub May 29, 2015Creek-Side Flora This time of year is the perfect time to go out looking for interesting plants. There are so...
Wheeling Hall Of Fame Induction Set For SaturdaySteve Novotney May 28, 2015Nine Friendly City residents will be inducted into the Wheeling Hall of Fame this Saturday at Wesbanco Arena for the...
Weelunk WeekenderRochambeau May 28, 2015After a busy Memorial Day weekend, the city is taking a bit of a breather. No huge events this weekend,...
Soup Shack Serves It ‘Souper’ the Old-Fashioned WaySteve Novotney May 27, 2015One person after another, Frank Warren tells those strolling the northern market house at Centre Market to have, “A souper...
Appreciate Your Older Neighbors This And Every MonthMarilyn Mull May 26, 2015May is Older Americans’ Month. Older Americans Month. Hmm. Who qualifies as an “older” American? Does the AARP proclaim you...
The Day David Came HomeSteve Novotney May 25, 2015Two of his battle buddies came to Wheeling for the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival in 2011 because they...
“Young Blood” At Helm of Historic Wheeling Tool BusinessGlynis Board May 24, 2015In an age of globalization and a shrinking manufacturing sector, two young men in Wheeling are hedging their bets and...
Riley Q&A: “We Get Folks Off to a Good Start”Steve Novotney May 24, 2015The mission is her mission. Dr. Vicki Riley became the new president of West Virginia Northern Community College on Jan....
The Wheeling Mob: Part 6Steve Novotney May 23, 2015WARNING: This article contains explicit language and subject matter that is not suitable for children. It is the equivalent of...
Wheeling United U-13 Girls Win State CupDavid Delk May 22, 2015It has been 10 years since a Wheeling team has won a West Virginia Soccer Association State Cup Championship, but...
Weelunk WeekenderLeeRoy May 21, 2015There’s nothing like Memorial Day weekend in Wheeling, W.Va., to kick off your summer season. Here is your weekly guide...
Grow Ohio Valley Benefit Set For TonightSteve Novotney May 21, 2015Seven different bands will perform this evening for just $7 at Generations Restaurant & Pub in support of Grow Ohio...
One Month Remains Until 5th Annual Arts FestSteve Novotney May 20, 2015Childhood experiences led the chairperson of the Wheeling Arts and Cultural Commission to become involved with the local arts community,...
Council Candidates Provoke One-Year ConversationSteve Novotney May 19, 2015What they have done for Wheeling residents is a favor. Chad Thalman, Charlie Ballouz, Wendy Scatterday, Frank Callabrese, Jeremy Morris,...
The Runway Was RockedRochambeau May 18, 2015A bevy of amateur fashion models descended upon Wheeling Park’s White Palace on Saturday night for the Rock The Runway YWCA...
The Mabel Files: Tale of the Sweeney PunchbowlsGerry Griffith May 18, 2015“Young lady,” whispered the old man to Mabel Minns as he moved slowly and quietly between weathered gravestones and pointed...
Q and A: Ryan FernsSarah Cuff Koegler May 17, 2015In April 2015, OV Connect hosted a panel of local legislators to reflect on the recent session. Delegates Erikka Storch...
“The Stag,” the Myth, the LegendChristina Fisanick May 16, 2015Every time I visit “The Stag” at Oglebay Park, I wonder how many Ohio Valley children have perched themselves on...
Summertime BeerErin Carenbauer Ball May 16, 2015In the words of Will Smith, “Summer, Summer, Summertime…time to sit back and unwind.” That’s exactly what we plan to...
Fascinating History Haunts Inside The Walls Of W.Va. PenSteve Novotney May 16, 2015It was hard core. The criminals, the conditions, and the administered punishments earned the West Virginia Penitentiary a nationwide reputation...
Campeti Has Been Saving Friendly City Soles For 47 YearsSteve Novotney May 15, 2015He was a little, 10-year-old boy shining shoes inside the Campeti’s shoe shop on 11th Street in downtown Wheeling in...
Weelunk WeekenderLeeRoy May 14, 2015Another beautiful spring weekend awaits all Weelunkers. Here is this week’s playbook for “Doing Something.” Reinvent Wheeling Clean Crawl...
Nationally Known Hypnotist Set For Towngate FundraiserSteve Novotney May 14, 2015The local talent and the tradition of theater in the Friendly City are only two reasons why those who appreciate...
First Wheeling History Trivia Challenge Set For May 19Steve Novotney May 13, 2015The city of Wheeling has been a municipality in two different states and has twice served as the capital of...
SpringLauren Cuff May 12, 2015A flush of green Lilac, lavender, sweet the soft puff of dandelion seeds A hawk gliding on a breeze Caterpillars...
‘Show Of Hands’ Finalists Reveal Plans If VictoriousSteve Novotney May 12, 2015The second season of ReInvent Wheeling’s “Show of Hands” competition will debut this Wednesday evening at the Capitol Ballroom. The...
Weelunk’s First Six MonthsLeeRoy May 11, 2015Weelunk.com turned a half year on May 1, and the response from Weelunkers like you has been overwhelmingly positive. With...
Q&A: Four City Council Hopefuls Share Their VisionsSteve Novotney May 10, 2015They all have lived elsewhere. Three are natives, and one is a transplanted West Virginian who has been in Wheeling...
Depasquale’s Trattoria Keeps It All In The FamilySteve Novotney May 10, 2015The children of Simone and Caterina DePasquale learned a few things from their parents about Italian traditions, hard work, and...
Happy 50th Anniversary Sing-Out WheelingBill Orkoskey May 9, 2015 We were sitting in Oglebay Park’s Amphitheatre on a night in June 1965 waiting to see a new show...
The Wheeling Mob: Part 5Steve Novotney May 9, 2015WARNING: This article contains explicit language and subject matter that is not suitable for children. It is the equivalent of Rated...
Local Musician Pours His Soul Into New AlbumSteve Novotney May 8, 2015Matt Heusel has been a hard-working musician in the Upper Ohio Valley for the past two decades, but only now...
