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EVENTS: Things to do in the Ohio Valley

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Wheeling WV Events

June 8, 2023 64

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

Community Organizers Plan Wheeling’s 2023 Juneteenth Celebration

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June 7, 2023 54

Wheeling’s Juneteenth Celebration will be held on Monday, June 19, to commemorate the end of slavery in America. The event...

City of Wheeling Asks Community Members to Complete Survey About Future Clay School Redevelopment

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Press Releases

June 2, 2023 346

The City of Wheeling is excited to launch a digital survey to provide residents a vehicle to share their perspectives...

Wheeling’s “Jewelers of Integrity” Celebrate 100 Years

Haley Steed

Neighborhoods

June 2, 2023 292

If you’ve driven around town recently, you’ve surely passed the billboards marking 100 years of the Posin family’s legacy as...

Celebrate Pride Month in the Friendly City

Justice Hudson

Community

June 1, 2023 153

On June 28, 1969, in the dark hours of the early morning, police conducted a raid on the Stonewall Inn,...

How Wheeling Saved the Capitol Theatre

Alex Panas and Wheeling Heritage Media

Community

May 31, 2023 522

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

Community

May 30, 2023 121

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

Community

May 26, 2023 513

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

This Incredible Historic House Restoration was Nine Years in the Making

Haley Steed

Neighborhoods

May 25, 2023 2847

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

Community

May 24, 2023 232

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

Community

May 22, 2023 345

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

Community

May 19, 2023 941

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

Quizzes

May 17, 2023 376

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

Community

May 15, 2023 168

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

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May 12, 2023 424

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

Community

May 10, 2023 104

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

WHEELING SCENE: Dog Day in Wheeling

Wheeling Heritage Media

Community

May 9, 2023 18

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

Community

May 5, 2023 8

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

Community

May 3, 2023 13

“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

WeelunkHome

May 2, 2023 25

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

Neighborhoods

May 1, 2023 115

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

Neighborhoods

April 28, 2023 87

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

WeelunkHome

April 26, 2023 24

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?

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Community

April 25, 2023 10

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

Community

April 24, 2023 17

Wheeling Heritage’s Public Art Trail has been announced as one of the Advancing Trails Awards Program by American Trails. The...

Explore The Many Islands of the Ohio River

Taylor Abbott

WeelunkHome

April 19, 2023 39

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

CommunityWeelunkHome

April 18, 2023 9

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

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April 17, 2023 1

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

Bulletin Board

April 12, 2023 57

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

Community

April 12, 2023 277

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!

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April 11, 2023 164

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

WeelunkHomeWheeling WV History

April 7, 2023 85

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

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April 5, 2023 1354

 The City of Wheeling has released new exterior renderings for the 1400 Market Block project, providing a glimpse into the...

The Art of Creating Ukrainian Easter Eggs

Kate Wietor

Community

April 5, 2023 124

Easter is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some decoration inspiration, consider Pysanky! Pysanky, the plural of pysanka,...

Got Ramps? Celebrate Ramp Season With These Simple Recipes

Melissa Rebholz

Community

April 4, 2023 173

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

Community

April 3, 2023 2759

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

Quizzes

March 31, 2023 132

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

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March 29, 2023 181

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

Community

March 28, 2023 109

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

WeelunkHomeWheeling WV History

March 27, 2023 212

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

WeelunkHomeWheeling WV History

March 24, 2023 431

The tale of Streetcar No. 639 began almost a century ago and is one rife with twists and turns; adventure...

These Four Wheeling Entrepreneurs Will Compete at the Next Show of Hands

Wheeling Heritage Staff

CommunityPress ReleasesWeelunkHome

March 22, 2023 1814

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

Community

March 21, 2023 489

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

CommunityNeighborhoodsSouth WheelingWeelunkHomeWheeling WV History

March 17, 2023 546

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

CommunityWeelunkHome

March 16, 2023 251

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

Community

March 15, 2023 2751

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

Community

March 14, 2023 138

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!

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March 13, 2023 150

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

Community

March 13, 2023 646

“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

Community

March 10, 2023 370

Editor’s Note: As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to recognize the contributions of women throughout our community. In...