This Whimsical Musician Gives Us A Glimpse Into Wheeling’s Past Kate Wietor March 18, 2022 Wheeling has always had a colorful cast of characters: local celebrities, eccentric businesspeople, infamous persons. They become household names and become part of the local lore. Like friendly ghosts, their e...
Songs About Wheeling: Part 2 Kate Wietor February 23, 2022 Wheeling has long been a place with a lot going on. Rivers, roads, and railways have allowed folks to both breeze into town as well as venture away with ease. Some songs about West Virginia are well known (look...
QUIZ: Which Song About Wheeling Are You Feeling at the Moment? Kate Wietor January 17, 2022 Everyone needs a song stuck in their head from time to time. We’ve got 10 catchy songs about Wheeling that would also make great ear-worms. Answer these questions to figure out which of these songs about Wheeling is speaking to you at the moment.
Have You Heard These 10 Songs About Wheeling? Kate Wietor December 23, 2021 Wheeling has long been a place with a lot going on. Rivers, roads, and railways have allowed folks to both breeze into town as well as venture away with ease. Some songs about West Virginia are well known (look...
Wheeling’s Jazz Giant: Leon “Chu” Berry Reggie Watkins February 19, 2021 Wheeling has a reputation for being a country music hub. So much so that along the way the city earned the nickname “Little Nashville.” I grew up two doors down from Wheeling’s country music legends Doc and Chi...
WEELUNK MUSIC REVIEW: ‘Let’s Pants’ by Mr. Fancy Pants Anthony Baker December 4, 2020 Band name: Mr. Fancy Pants Members: Ryan “Muscles” Sears, Matt Klempa, Sean Decker Album name: Let’s Pants (released 2017) When a friend of mine named Ron suggested I write a music review on a band by ...
DOC AND CHICKIE WILLIAMS: Wheeling’s Pioneers on the Country Music Trail (Part 2) Kyle Knox August 25, 2020 Author’s note: Much of the information in this two-part article is sourced from Doc Williams’ own accounts of his life in his biography, “A Country Music Legend — Doc Williams — Looking Back.” (Published by Jam...
DOC AND CHICKIE WILLIAMS: Wheeling’s Pioneers on the Country Music Trail (Part 1) Kyle Knox August 24, 2020 Author’s note: Much of the information in this two-part article is sourced from Doc Williams’ own accounts of his life in his biography, “A Country Music Legend — Doc Williams — Looking Back.” (Published by Jam...
Getting to Know the OV Hip-Hop Scene Glynis Board June 5, 2020 Editor’s note: This week, Weelunk will pause our normally scheduled programming to highlight stories that feature Black narratives. We have chosen to take this time to amplify those voices that are so often sil...
After Successful Facebook Live Event, August Levy Encourages Community to ‘Light Up Blue’ for Autism Awareness Month Provided March 31, 2020 Tim Ullom performing on Facebook live. Wheeling, WV - On Friday, March 27, more than 300 people tuned in to a Facebook Live concert put on by Tim Ullom. Throughout the virtual concert, Tim paused to talk to...
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 are making history. Read our other Women in History features. Music lovers in Wheeling ...
The Griffith Files: Nick’s Music Gerry Griffith January 8, 2018 1 Nick’s Music was a Cradle of the Folk Music Revival of the 1960s and it Vanished – or did it? Before he could expand upon his fading memories about growing up in Wheeling for the brief stories he wrote for ...
I Believe, Help My Unbelief Josh Taylor November 26, 2017 So, we're moving. After 4 years in Wheeling, making friends, making music, building careers, growing kids, and generally just trying to find our place in the world, it's time to move on. I won't go into the det...
Wheeling Welcomes Bach and Mozart Thursday Bryan Braunlich November 8, 2017 Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announces the next concert of the 2017-2018 season, Bach Double and Mozart, conducted by Music Director André Raphel, featuring WSO guest artists Rachel Stegeman and Juan Jaram...
Next Week at the Wheeling Symphony Bryan Braunlich October 4, 2017 1 Internationally Renowned Pianist Returns to Wheeling Symphony Orchestra For Evening of Celebrated French and Russian Composers Wheeling Symphony Orchestra announces the next concert of the 2017-2018 ...
Oktoberfest at Center Market Allison Skibo September 22, 2017 City, United Way Announce Oktoberfest at Center Market The City of Wheeling is partnering with the United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley to host Oktoberfest at Centre Market on Saturday, September 30, ...
Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Opens 88th Season with Broadway Blockbusters Carl Adams September 19, 2017 Wheeling Symphony Orchestra announces the first concert of the 2017-2018 season, Blockbuster Broadway, conducted by Music Director André Raphel. The performance will be held this Thursd...
Indie Rocker Joshua Lee Brings Hello June To Wheeling Bridge and Tunnel Collective August 29, 2017 1 Indie Rocker Joshua Lee Brings NPR Favorite Hello June To Wheeling Wheeling Indie-Rockers Joshua Lee & The Noises will bring their signature Heartland Synth Rock sound to Pat’s Down on Main alo...
The James Wodarcyk Podcast: Ezra John Hamilton Carl Adams August 27, 2017 James and co-host Sara Fulton chat with musician Ezra John Hamilton. Ezra gets into all aspects of pursuing a career as a musician. From his band Hit Play and his solo career to his work as a song writer and pr...
The James Wodarcyk Podcast: Episode 1 LeeRoy August 23, 2017 Weelunk had the great pleasure of meeting someone new Monday evening. James Wodarcyk would fit right in at Weelunk headquarters (er, if they existed), given our shared passion for Wheeling, West Virginia. So we...
The Wheeling Bluegrass Festival Has Arrived Slaid Boone August 22, 2017 Oglebay Institute is presenting the Wheeling Bluegrass Festival (WBF) on the grounds of the Stifel Fine Art Center on Saturday, September 9th. The bluegrass festival, a first for Wheeling, will be complimented ...
‘Mix’ Involved with Annual Bluesfest Steve Novotney August 9, 2017 It’s about the mix for Bruce Wheeler, and that involves the artists performing and the vendors selling during the annual Yuengling Heritage Music Bluefest set for this weekend at Heritage Port. That way, the...
The Griffith Files: A Gift of Music From an Ohio River Barge Gerry Griffith July 1, 2017 5 An Old Ohio River Barge Boat Cook Brings a Musical Gift of a Lifetime to a Fledging Wheeling Musician named Griffith She was a feisty old river woman who we called Aunt Ruth even though she was no relation. ...
Local Songwriters Present Album Release Party at Towngate Theatre Bridge and Tunnel Collective June 7, 2017 Story brought to you by: The Bridge and Tunnel Collective Theatre Wheeling songwriters Michael Iafrate and Joshua Lee will host a special double album release celebration at Towngate Theatre on Saturday, Jun...
Hear Mozart’s Requiem Today! Maureen Zambito May 7, 2017 West Liberty University Singers will join the College Community Choir to present the classic choral work, Requiem by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for the public’s enjoyment this May. Under the direction of WLU As...
Symphony Set to “Rach” the Capitol Theatre Michael Hires March 7, 2017 The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra performs with returning guest artist Christopher O’Riley on Friday, March 10th in the Capitol Theatre, 1015 Main Street, Wheeling at 7:30 p.m. in a concert “Inspired by Dance.” M...
Award Winning, Record Breaking Show Collides Art and Technology! Michael Hires February 9, 2017 It’s the power & emotion of a symphony orchestra mixed with the excitement and energy of a rock concert and the technology, fun and interactivity of a video game all completely synchronized to amazing cutti...
WJU Dedicates Recital Hall Kelly Klubert December 12, 2016 Wheeling Jesuit University has named its newly constructed recital hall in honor of two long-time University benefactors, the late Edouard and Simone Ziegler. In November, WJU President, Rev. James Fleming, ...
Wheeling Symphony Youth Orchestra Holds Fall Concert Tonight Michael Hires November 29, 2016 The Wheeling Symphony Youth Orchestra (WSYO) will present its fall concert at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 29, at Vance Memorial Presbyterian Church in Wheeling. The WSYO provides training to young...
All American Evening at the WSO Michael Hires November 10, 2016 The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of conductor and music director Andre Raphel, performs music that evokes the American experience at the historic Capitol Theatre on Thursday, November ...
The Symphony Goes Hollywood On Thursday Michael Hires October 18, 2016 Join the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra on Thursday, October 20th at 7:30 p.m. in the historic Capitol Theatre for a performance of the Music of John Williams: Star Wars & More. The WSO celebrates one of toda...
WSO: May the Force Be With You This October Michael Hires October 1, 2016 In anticipation of the exciting October 20 Wheeling Symphony concert spotlighting The Music of John Williams: Star Wars & More, the WSO is hosting community events to explore the power of music and its impa...
From Russia with Love: The Symphony Season Begins Michael Hires September 21, 2016 Guest artist cello soloist Julie Albers The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 87th Anniversary Season with a thrilling opening night concert, “From Russia with Love,” this Thursday, Sept. 22, at 7:...
‘Third Fridays’ Concert Series Resurrects Tonight Steve Novotney September 16, 2016 After a month of silence a new, local arts collective will bring back the “Third Friday” concert series in big fashion this evening at Artworks Around Town in the Centre Market district. Nine bands from thro...
The Weelunk Weekender – The Dragons are Coming Jeremy Morris August 25, 2016 Summer is winding down, but the fun certainly isn't slowing down for a second. Get out there and Do Something this weekend FRIDAY Oglebay Institute Board Benefit Wheeling’s premier social event! Gourmet...
Life in the Valley is Inspiration for Hip-Hop Artist Josh Smith August 22, 2016 Whether you live in the suburbs of the Ohio Valley or in the metropolises around the country, everyone listens to some type of music. Listening to music is not just a hobby to people; to some, it is also a life...
Wheeling Blues Fest Beats Heat, Rocks Rain Glynis Board August 15, 2016 Story courtesy of Weelunk partner West Virginia Public Broadcasting Accompanying story and audio here: Listen When the sun was out it was HOT. And when the rain came it POURED. But attendees seemed happy...
In the Bigs – Cheffing, Runnin’, Strummin’, & Remembering Steve Novotney August 9, 2016 I wrote about him back in May because I’ve devoured his food for years, and I’m familiar with most of what he does in order to produce the tastes he does. He smokes, cures, marinates, and seasons on his way to ...
Wheeler’s BluesFest Dream Keeps Coming True Steve Novotney August 5, 2016 He caught himself and then he cured himself. Bruce Wheeler was unemployed, painting his own house in the Woodsdale neighborhood of Wheeling, and he was puzzled as to what to do next with his career. He had t...
In The Bigs – LGBT, 12th Street, the Blues Steve Novotney July 26, 2016 It’s a little different in Wheeling. Ten cities in West Virginia have councils that have dared to establish protection for discrimination against members of the LGBT communities, but they have done so withou...
Symphony Hosts A Week Of Divertissements Before Concert Rochambeau May 17, 2016 Wheeling is in the midst of a bit of Shakespeare Mania right now. The First Folio visit has events on tap nearly every night for a month. You might have thought that the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra's French Fes...
Music Matters to Me Elana Akers April 22, 2016 Elena Akers is a senior at Wheeling Park High School; the following is a submission to Weelunk.com through Mrs. Carly Seals' Creative Writing class. On certain days, it is not unusual to find a clu...
Mimes Are Coming! Michael Hires March 29, 2016 Magic Circle Mime Company Returns to Educate & Entertain During WSO’s Young People’s Concert Tour The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) is excited to continue its annual Young People’s Concert (YPC) Tour...
Enjoy and Support Ohio County Strings Susan Maness March 1, 2016 Music is in the air at Wheeling Park High School’s Performing Arts Center. March 9 is the Patrick Latos Memorial Scholarship concert at the Wheeling Park High School JB Chambers Performing Arts Cen...
Q&A: Ohio Valley Hosts Inaugural Hip Hop Awards Glynis Board February 16, 2016 Photos by Glynis Board Story courtesy of Weelunk partner West Virginia Public Broadcasting Accompanying story here: Listen The Ohio Valley Hip Hop Awards branched out of an organization called the Ohio...
Weelunk Weekender LeeRoy January 29, 2016 As January draws to a close, there's still time to DO SOMETHING Wheeling! Ohio County Schools Town Hall Friday 7 p.m. Climb the hill to Wheeling Park High School Media Center for a public hea...
Wheeling Park Senior Has Done it All in the Festival of Sound Gabriel Wells December 8, 2015 It’s possible that no Wheeling Park High School student has had more stage time or has played as many instruments during the school’s annual Festival of Sound than Allison L’Ecuyer. The Patriot senior will b...
Italian Music & Dance Workshop Features International Singer Erika Donaghy November 18, 2015 Come enjoy the music and dance of Italy right here in Wheeling. An Italian music and dance workshop with international singer Marco Fiorante will be held at the Blue Church 1206 Byron St., Wheeling, W.Va., on S...
Help Chart the Future of The Blue Church Jeremy Morris September 29, 2015 On Wednesday evening a nationally recognized group of experts will be in town to help plan the future uses of one of our community’s oldest structures. The Partners for Sacred Place (PSP) is a national non-prof...
New Trio To Debut At Blue Church Friday Steve Novotney September 8, 2015 It is a partnership that they have discussed on several occasions through the years, and residents of the city of Wheeling will be the first to experience the trio of Todd Burge, Grammy winner Mollie O’Brien, a...
