7 Tasty Cocktails To Try This Weekend in Wheeling Jessica Broverman March 3, 2023 If you've binge-watched Drink Masters on Netflix recently, then you already know that there is something about a beautifully-curated drink that can elevate any occasion. No matter what your drink preference — s...
Wheeling’s “Donut Dance” Was Once The Hottest Ticket In Town Kate Wietor February 21, 2023 This time of year, the women of St. Ladislaus parish in South Wheeling would begin gathering ingredients. For their project, they needed approximately 200 pounds of flour, 30 pounds of butter, 45 pounds of suga...
Check Out These 5 Specialty Foods Made Right Here in Wheeling Candace Nelson February 15, 2023 Wheeling is full of unique and specialty foods that you can’t find anywhere else. Whether they have a cult following or are hidden gems, these Wheeling-made items are sure to please even the most discernible pa...
Weelunk’s Guide to Valentine’s Day in Wheeling 2023 Adam Marquart February 13, 2023 It’s almost time to treat that special someone in your life for St. Valentine’s Day. Not sure what you’re going to do yet? No card? No flowers or chocolates? Fortunately for you, Wheeling and the surrounding ar...
This Local Farm is Rooted in Sweet History Candace Nelson January 30, 2023 Nestled away in the rolling hills of Wellsburg’s countryside sits Family Roots Farm, a 250-year-old homestead that specializes in sweets. Homesteaded by Henry Hervey in the 1770s, the Brooke County farm h...
New Management, Same Vibe at The Public Market Molly Sovich December 17, 2022 It's been more than three years since The Public Market first opened its doors in Downtown Wheeling. Since then, the market has been bridging the gap between community and local, healthy and natural foods. This...
The West Virginia Pepperoni Roll Candace Nelson December 13, 2022 You might recall pepperoni roll day at school. It was the one time everyone ate hot lunch because the pepperoni rolls were too good to pass up. Or, maybe you sold pepperoni rolls as a fundraiser for a spor...
This Defunct Newspaper Column Will Inspire Your Holiday Baking Kate Wietor December 6, 2022 Let’s go back, way back. Before food blogs, Pinterest boards, and having infinite knowledge at our fingertips at all times. Where were we getting our recipes? We’d probably have a cookbook or two, mayb...
Friendlier City Project Celebrates Community at Inaugural “Queer Thanksgiving” Ellen Brafford McCroskey November 30, 2022 Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many people. After all, what’s not to love about family and friends gathered together to share a great meal and count their blessings? However, for those in the LGBTQ+ com...
Cheers to Vue 42 – Wheeling’s Newest Cocktail Bar! Ellery McGregor November 23, 2022 Vue 42, Centre Market’s new cocktail bar, wants to know: Is it cocktail hour yet? After nearly four months of drink crafting, menu building, and renovations at their historic Market Street location, Vue 42 o...
Small Business Saturday Returns to Wheeling Nov. 26 Alex Panas November 22, 2022 Want to make a positive impact on our local economy? Shop small this Saturday! Since 2010, Small Business Saturday has been a day for shoppers to support their community’s local businesses during the holiday...
Wheeling Chef Shares Her Secret For Making The Best Pumpkin Pie Melissa Rebholz November 18, 2022 What's the secret to making the best pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving? The answer might surprise you...it's butternut squash! Why? Not all pumpkins are created equal. The larger pumpkins we buy just befor...
The Friendlier City Project Presents: A Queer Thanksgiving! Ellen Brafford McCroskey November 14, 2022 The Friendlier City Project is hosting its first Queer Thanksgiving celebration on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. at the Wheeling Yacht Club, 2 - 5th Street in North Wheeling. The event is open to l...
Two Popular Chefs Compete for a Good Cause at Nail City Chefs Fundraiser Ellery McGregor November 7, 2022 An exciting event that we are looking forward to this month is the inaugural “Nail City Chefs: Battle of the Blades” competition and fundraiser! This action-packed live event will feature two popular local chef...
Grow Ohio Valley Invites You To Their Annual Harvest Festival Alex Walton October 21, 2022 Grow Ohio Valley is thrilled to host its 5th annual Harvest Festival this Saturday, October 22nd, from 11 a.m. to dark. The festival will take place at the Lincoln Meadow Farm on 800 Grandview Street in Wheelin...
Centre Market’s New Manager Has Big Plans For Its Future Jessica Broverman September 21, 2022 This year has offered nothing but growth and positive change throughout Wheeling. From the new construction of downtown housing complexes, the launch of new transportation thanks to Bird scooters, and several n...
Fuel Up With Food From These Local Food Trucks Jennifer Materkoski September 16, 2022 What’s not to love about a food truck? From the fun of getting something out of the ordinary to the fast, made-to-order food, it’s no wonder they’re skyrocketing in popularity. Want to try what the Ohio Valley ...
September Art and Music Events in Wheeling Tucker Riggleman September 6, 2022 Wheeling’s September is proving to be full of lively entertainment, with ample opportunities to experience some quality art as well. Whether you’re catching some live jazz, rock, or folk music at one of the cit...
10 Ways to Celebrate National Dog Day in Wheeling Alex Panas August 26, 2022 There are national "holidays" for just about anything - from national jelly bean day to pretend to be a time traveler day, there’s truly something for everyone. And today, it’s all about the dogs! Nati...
New Cocktail Bar Opens in South Wheeling Ellery McGregor August 24, 2022 A decent cocktail can be hard to find - but not anymore! You can now enjoy an incredible cocktail with hand-muddled, fresh ingredients imported from around the globe and mixed to perfection right here in Wheeli...
Wheeling’s Sweet Contribution to the Ice Cream Industry Kate Wietor August 22, 2022 These days, it’s easy to get your hands on something cold and sweet. However, 100 years ago if you wanted a fix, you’d have to go to a bar – or a counter, to be more specific. Before the dawn of at-home electri...
Find Out What’s On Tap This Weekend at the Mountaineer Brewfest Alex Panas August 19, 2022 Wheeling has long been home to breweries large and small, which makes the return of the Mountaineer Brewfest this weekend even more exciting. This annual celebration brings the finest craft beer from across the...
This Family Business is Serving Up Authentic Pierogies in Centre Market Ellery McGregor August 15, 2022 Oh, pierogies. Likely, you grew up in the Ohio Valley or somewhere nearby and were raised on them, or maybe you moved here and were introduced. Either way, these steaming hot, Eastern European dumplings are a c...
VIDEO: Sarah’s On Main is Making the Best Bread in WV Wheeling Heritage Media August 5, 2022 Want to try the best bread in West Virginia? Luckily, all you have to do is make a trip over to Sarah’s on Main to get a taste of the renowned salty bread that was recognized earlier this year by Food and Wine ...
Opa! 2022 Wheeling Grecian Festival Photo Recap Wheeling Heritage Media August 2, 2022 The Wheeling Heritage Media Team was out and about on the festival scene this past weekend. If you haven't already checked out our photos from the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival, you should go back...
Wheeling Italian Heritage Festival 2022: See Photos from the Celebration Wheeling Heritage Media August 1, 2022 The 2022 Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival took over Wheeling Heritage Port this weekend for its annual three-day celebration. This beloved summer festival celebrates all things Italy with live music,...
The Triumphant Return of the Son’s of Italy Sausage Sandwich Kate Wietor July 27, 2022 Since 1983, the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival has been a late-July staple in Wheeling. Inspired by the West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival in Clarksburg,1 organizers hatched a plan to host an Italian f...
Wheeling Grecian Festival Returns Next Week Jessica Broverman July 18, 2022 It is festival season in Wheeling and one of the city’s favorites is back and better than ever. The Grecian Festival will begin on July 27 with plenty of activities for visitors to enjoy. Food, Food and ...
Ice Cream, You Scream … Summertime Treats on the Move Rich Wooding July 11, 2022 Originally published September 4, 2020 Youngstown, Ohio, the early 1920s: Harry Burt starts freezing wooden sticks inside chocolate-covered ice cream bars so you could eat the product without using utensils....
Wheeling Chef Shares Her Tips For The Perfect Grilled Pizza Melissa Rebholz July 1, 2022 Do you love thin crust artisan pizza? I’m talking about the kind of pizza usually seen coming out of a wood fired oven with the crust slightly charred and the toppings bubbling away. Whether you have a ga...
Eat Locally and Seasonally All Summer Long With Grow OV Angela Hawk June 23, 2022 Last summer, as a relative newcomer to the area, I was thrilled to learn that we have a great Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) option right here in Downtown Wheeling: Grow Ohio Valley. For a reasonable upf...
Why Were There Water Fountains On This Wheeling Monument? Kate Wietor May 27, 2022 There is a secret hiding among the monuments at Heritage Port. Discerning eyes may have noticed that the Riverside Park monument has two half-bowl reservoirs on each side. Looking closer, one will see the metal...
The Mystery of Wheeling’s Gambrinus Club Kate Wietor May 10, 2022 Looking through the Ohio County Public Library’s Flickr page is a treat. There are photographs from nearly every era of Wheeling’s history and range from family snapshots to professional portraits to after-disa...
Got Ramps? Celebrate Ramp Season With These Simple Recipes Melissa Rebholz April 5, 2022 Across Appalachia, ramps (also known as wild onions) are popping up to signal that spring has officially arrived - but how do you incorporate them into your home kitchen? When it comes to ramps, ...
Maple Syrup Season Makes A Sweet Return This Month Jennifer Materkoski March 15, 2022 March is for… maple syrup? The flavor of maple syrup usually conjures up thoughts of autumn, but March is when the real maple action happens in West Virginia. There are currently more than 50 maple syr...
Oliver’s Pies Voted Best Pie in West Virginia Alex Panas March 14, 2022 Originally published on January 15, 2021 In honor of National Pi Day, we're throwing it back to an article about a different kind of pie. Learn how one Wheeling bakery earned the title of "Best Pie in We...
Stay at Home Date: Wheeling Chef Shares Recipe For A Romantic Meal Melissa Rebholz February 11, 2022 Cooking is a love language. With Valentine’s Day approaching you may be considering making a romantic dinner at home for someone you love. In the past when I’ve wanted to impress someone I employed the “go big ...
Wheeling Symphony Board of Directors Announces Second Annual Bourbon Raffle Fundraiser Provided February 4, 2022 The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors is holding a Rare Bourbon Raffle Fundraiser beginning on February 1. Three winners will each receive four coveted bottles – one each of Weller 12, E.H. T...
Warm Up With This Winter Soup Recipe Melissa Rebholz January 24, 2022 Temperatures are in the single digits and snow is on the ground, which means it’s officially soup season. I love picking up a crusty baguette from Good Mansion, some fresh greens from Public Market and calling ...
The 25-Acre Farm That’s Creating a Demand for Local Food Melissa Rebholz November 30, 2021 Full diet community supported agriculture (CSAs) have been in practice for quite some time around the world. The idea is for one farm to provide a mix of vegetables, meats, dairy products and grains to provide ...
Wheeling Chef Shares Two Methods for Preparing a Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey Melissa Rebholz November 22, 2021 With Thanksgiving just a few days away, it’s time to start prepping for what will be the centerpiece of many holiday meals - the turkey! I’ve prepared several birds during my time as a chef and have found that ...
Annual Stifel Holiday Tea Set For Tuesday, Nov. 16 Provided November 10, 2021 Welcome the holiday season with an afternoon tea at the historic Stifel Mansion. An annual tradition, the Stifel Holiday Tea takes place from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, November 16 at Oglebay Institute’s Stifel Fine ...
Try a Plant-Based Meal at One of These Wheeling Eateries Jessica Broverman November 10, 2021 With several fantastic local restaurants in and around Wheeling, finding a delectable meal is not a difficult task. Each neighborhood offers its fair share of locally-owned eateries, all with their own ambiance...
New Bar with a Long History Opens in South Wheeling Melissa Rebholz October 19, 2021 As the new Silver Rail Bar and Grill opens in South Wheeling under the ownership of Steven Mitchell and Ezra Hamilton, it’s just the latest iteration of a neighborhood bar that has been serving the community si...
This Wheeling Deli Counter is Serving Up Authentic Indian Cuisine Rich Wooding October 15, 2021 It used to be a nearly 50-mile drive from Wheeling to find authentic Indian cuisine, according to Muhammad Sherazi, owner of the newly revamped Wheeling Food Mart. Now, the gastronomic delights from over 7,000 ...
Move To Munch: A Special After-Hours Experience at the Public Market Provided October 12, 2021 Your body deserves the best: An exclusive evening of yoga, food, wine, and private shopping at the Public Market. Longtime business collaborators, Chef Ryan Butler of the Public Market and Laura Hitchm...
Nicky’s Garden Center Offers Visitors More Than Just Plants Jennifer Materkoski October 4, 2021 With fall in full swing, many Ohio Valley residents are decorating their homes with seasonal staples like mums, corn stalks and pumpkins. For many families, autumn trips to Nicky’s Garden Center have become a y...
Paw Paw Season in West Virginia Melissa Rebholz September 22, 2021 “Now when you pick a paw paw or a prickly pear and you pick a raw paw, next time beware.” - The Jungle Book, 1967. As a late-70’s baby and child of the 80’s, I had only ever heard of a paw paw in the animate...
Italian American Holiday Traditions in the Ohio Valley Melissa Rebholz November 26, 2020 Immigrants from Italy have long played a role in the economy of West Virginia. By 1910 Italian-Americans made up 30 percent of the population. Entering the United States by way of Ellis Island, the majority of ...
Apple Season in West Virginia Melissa Rebholz November 20, 2020 We’ve slowly transitioned into the apple season here in West Virginia as the popular fall storage fruit steals the spotlight from summer berries and sustains our sweet tooth through the cold winter months. A...
