EVENTS: Things to do in the Ohio Valley Weelunk Staff July 29, 2021 Looking for something to do? Find out what's happening this week in the Wheeling area!
Kids Grow Farmers Market Promotes Farming, Entrepreneurship and Fun! Alex Panas July 29, 2021 While some kids spend their summers leisurely enjoying their time away from the classroom, the kids enrolled in the Laughlin Chapel’s summer camp have spent the last six weeks learning entrepreneurship, farming...
Help Us Solve History’s Mysteries: Patriotic WWII Workers Edition Emma Wiley July 28, 2021 Do you recognize any of these people? These are all historic photos of Wheeling people, places, and things that need to be identified. Weelunk, Archiving Wheeling, and the Ohio County Public Library Archives ha...
Henry Episode 3 Recap: The Mysterious Death of Hamilton Forsythe Katherine Leary July 27, 2021 True crime has never been a more popular genre. At-home sleuths love to travel back in time to investigate and ponder mysterious deaths. But for local true crime enthusiasts, did you know that we have an infamo...
Gear Up For Wheeling’s Grecian Festival Alex Panas July 26, 2021 Summer is festival season in Wheeling, and this week organizers from St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church are gearing up for their annual four-day Grecian Festival from July 28-31. After canceling last yea...
5 Things You Won’t Want To Miss at Wheeling’s Italian Heritage Festival Alex Panas July 23, 2021 The Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival always draws a crowd, and this year, event organizers are expecting another great turnout. The weekend-long celebration begins today at noon with opening ceremoni...
Sights From the Wheeling Heritage Trail Daniel Caron July 21, 2021 One of Wheeling’s greatest assets is the Wheeling Heritage Trail. Whether you are getting your heart rate up on a long run, taking a leisurely stroll, or commuting by bike on foot, the trail provides access to ...
Henry Episode 2 Recap: Saloons of Wheeling Katherine Leary July 20, 2021 Today, saloons are relics of the past, appearing in ghost towns and Western movies. But did you know that at one point in time there were 199 licensed saloons in Wheeling, with over 100 of those on Main S...
How a Wheeling Company Became One of the Country’s Largest Pharmaceutical Giants Emma Wiley July 19, 2021 Taking a first pass through Wheeling’s history, you would certainly notice the prevalence of industries such as glass, nails, stogies, and steel. Dozens of books have been written about the city’s factories and...
The Backyard Birds of Wheeling Miranda Tharp July 16, 2021 Summer is in full-swing here in the Northern Panhandle, which means that wildlife are filling our trees, backyards, feeders, parks, and more. Over the last year, a lot of people have taken time to slow down and...
Wheeling CVB Joins Forces with Nationally-Recognized Influencers Jessica Broverman July 14, 2021 Many folks in the Friendly City know that Wheeling is a great place to be, and thanks to the Wheeling Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), more people than ever have their eyes on Wheeling. Just recently, the ...
Henry Episode 1 Recap: Schmulbach’s Lasting Legacy Katherine Leary July 13, 2021 Many immigrant groups have made their mark on Wheeling and influence it to this day. But did you know that at one point Wheeling was known as a little German city? Episode 1 of “Henry: The Life and Legacy of...
House Hunting? Check Out These 5 Homes for Sale in WheelingSponsored Provided July 12, 2021 Looking for a new home, but don’t have a clear vision for what you want? This month’s featured homes offer a wonderful potpourri in the Wheeling area. Whether you want the convenience of condo living, or space ...
Join Us As We Revisit Our Podcast About Wheeling’s Most Notorious Brewer Katherine Leary July 9, 2021 It has been almost two years since the release of “Henry: The Life and Legacy of Wheeling’s Most Notorious Brewer,” a podcast by Wheeling Heritage Media. Wheeling Heritage will be revisiting the podcast by re-r...
Summer Fun: Paddling the Wheeling Water Trail Jessica Broverman July 7, 2021 There is a reason why waterways are a staple piece in cities all over the world. We resonate with them — the serenity of a slow-moving lake, the ferocity of the ocean and the wild curvature of a creek. Wheeling...
How a Warwood Medical Couple Became Internationally Decorated Floriculturists Emma Wiley July 5, 2021 Over the years, Wheeling has been home to numerous award-winning people in various fields—from singers to actors to artists and more. However, not many Wheeling residents know that Warwood boasts two internatio...
Bug Out at the Ohio County Public Library! Alex Panas July 2, 2021 If you’ve been following along with the Ohio County Public Library’s latest programming, then you already know it’s been the summer of bugs! Between the library’s People’s University series focusing on bugs and...
COMIC: A Short History of Edith Lake Wilkinson Natalie Kovacs June 30, 2021 In our latest comic, check out a short history of Edith Lake Wilkinson, an artist who was born and raised in Wheeling, WV, in the late 1800s. Edith lived during a time when being openly gay was widely unaccepte...
Help Us Solve History’s Mysteries: Summer Edition Emma Wiley June 29, 2021 Do you recognize any of these people? These are all historic photos of Wheeling people, places, and things that need to be identified. Weelunk, Archiving Wheeling and the Ohio County Public Library Archives hav...
The Mysteries of Mabel: Journalist, Working Woman, and Mother Emma Wiley June 28, 2021 Mabel Hull first became a mystery due to a collection of her scrapbooks at the Ohio County Public Library. The scrapbooks primarily contain clippings of columns she wrote in the Wheeling News-Register and The P...
Wheeling’s Beloved Cobbler Closing Shop But Opening New Opportunity Rich Wooding June 25, 2021 If you’ve walked down Market Street recently, you may have noticed a new “for sale” sign in one of its windows. After 116 years of business, Joe Campeti, owner of Campeti's General Shoe Hospital, has decided to...
Wheeling Will Soon Be Home to New Playground for Children of All Abilities Jennifer Materkoski June 23, 2021 The children of Wheeling will soon have a new place to play. In a joint venture with Miracle League of the Ohio Valley, the Wheeling YMCA is currently constructing a unique, all-inclusive playground at its Elm ...
Three Random Patents and Inventions that Started in Wheeling Emma Wiley June 22, 2021 Ever have an idea for an invention? The first patent law in the US was the US Patent Act in 1790, right as Wheeling was growing as a young town.1 Check out some of these random patented innovations from Wheelin...
Get Your OM on for International Yoga Day in Wheeling Jennifer Materkoski June 21, 2021 International Yoga Day is observed annually on June 21 to highlight the benefits of this ancient practice. Here in Wheeling, there are several ways you can celebrate today and throughout the summer! Wheeling...
Celebrate West Virginia Day With These 10 Fun Facts Emma Wiley June 20, 2021 1. West Virginia is the only state to be created by a Presidential Proclamation. On June 20th, 1863, now celebrated as West Virginia Day, West Virginia became the 35th state, thanks to a proclamation made 60 da...
How Red Food and Drink Became a Staple of Juneteenth Betsy Sweeny June 19, 2021 From red meat to red velvet, red foods and drinks have been a staple since before the time of slavery. The Celebration On June 19, 2021, the Wheeling Community will gather to celebrate Wheeling’s third annual...
WEEREAD: Mountaineers are Always Free Anna Cipoletti June 18, 2021 On Sunday, June 20, West Virginia will celebrate the anniversary of its statehood. With its official motto “Montani Semper Liberi” (“Mountaineers are Always Free”), it’s little surprise that the Mountaineer was...
Celebrate Juneteenth Across the Ohio Valley Alex Panas June 17, 2021 Editor's Note: Since publication, legislation was passed to establish Juneteenth as a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. The bill was signed at 3:30 p.m. on June 17, 2021.&n...
Wheeling, Westsylvania?: The Forgotten History of the “Almost” West Virginias Emma Wiley June 16, 2021 West Virginia Day is almost upon us and it is the 158th anniversary of West Virginia officially becoming a state. Approximately two years after deciding not to secede during the Civil War, West Virginia became ...
Find Out Who Makes Wheeling’s Best Charcuterie at the Battle of the Boards Alex Panas June 15, 2021 A classic meat and cheese tray has been a staple at get-togethers for quite some time, but recently folks have been turning this relatively simple party fare into works of art. Charcuterie boards have taken the...
From One ‘Delphia To Another: How I Caught the Wheeling Feeling Michael Robertson June 14, 2021 The conversation started right after this past Labor Day weekend, and looking back I’m still not quite sure if I was being serious. “What if we moved to Wheeling?” Ten years ago, I hadn’t even heard of Wh...
Can You Identify These 10 Wheeling Architectural Details? Emma Wiley June 11, 2021 Wheeling has thousands of interesting, unique, and funky details around town...but how often have you taken the time to look up? We have provided a scavenger hunt of ten of our favorite architectural features, ...
This Victorian Status Symbol is on Display at Oglebay Institute’s Glass Museum Betsy Sweeny June 9, 2021 Today the term status symbol evokes images of designer watches, an electric car, or even expensive sneakers. But in Victorian Wheeling, a vase for your celery was the way to let your dinner guests know you had ...
WEEREAD: Hippie Homesteaders Anna Cipoletti June 8, 2021 A writer and sculptor born in Huntington, Carter Taylor Seaton has long been a part of the arts and crafts movement in West Virginia. In 2016, Seaton was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award by the West Vir...
Hot Properties: 5 Wheeling Homes You Won’t Want to MissSponsored Provided June 7, 2021 This month, we’re featuring homes that feature a variety of styles and locations throughout Wheeling. Are you dreaming of a large home on the river with a spacious lawn and a boat dock? Wheeling has it! How abo...
Stifel Crosscurrents Exhibition Attracts Artwork from Across the Mountain State and Beyond Provided June 5, 2021 Creative freedom, diverse perspectives, talent, camaraderie and recognition are hallmarks of Oglebay Institute’s annual Crosscurrents art exhibition at the Stifel Fine Arts Center in Wheeling. A staple in OI...
Top Fishing Spots, According to Local Fishing Enthusiasts Rich Wooding June 4, 2021 If you want to know the best places to wet a line and reel in some big fish in the Wheeling area, ask the local experts. It’s no surprise that the Ohio River is an attractive spot to cast a line, but more speci...
This Wheeling Bridge is the Oldest Surviving Bridge in West Virginia Emma Wiley June 2, 2021 The Elm Grove Stone Arch Bridge has become part of many Wheeling residents’ daily routines, connecting commuters to downtown and providing access to the main Elm Grove strip. Hundreds of cars pass over the Ston...
Wheeling Family Launches a Summer Swim Pass Program for Kids Laura Lynn Brown June 1, 2021 Chip Calissie grew up in South Wheeling enjoying carefree summers, playing ball with friends and going to the 36th Street pool most days. His mom worked at the pool; later, he and his sister worked there. They ...
Local Preservation Program Makes a National Impact Rich Wooding May 28, 2021 There are countless buildings across the country that require a specific skill set to restore them to their former glory. Many of these skilled professionals receive their education from Belmont College, locate...
12 Interesting Sights from Inside the Scottish Rite Bekah Karelis May 27, 2021 For over a century, the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons were devoted caretakers of their beloved East Wheeling cathedral. Now under new ownership, Roxby Development has plans to maintain and develop t...
QUIZ: Which Historic Wheeling Building Are You? Emma Wiley May 26, 2021 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!
Is it Wine O’clock in Wheeling? Celebrate National Wine Day on May 25 Jessica Broverman May 25, 2021 Whether you like your wine sweet or dry, red or white - there is a wine for everyone! You might be interested in the history of what is in your glass, or maybe you only enjoy a glass while sitting poolside. Per...
Men of Change Organize Community Bike Ride at Heritage Port Alex Panas May 24, 2021 Warmer weather means bike season in Wheeling, and the Men of Change are kicking it off with a community bike ride to promote fellowship and wellbeing. The event will be held this Saturday, May 29 beginning at 1...
Dozens of Wheeling Individuals Identified Through History’s Mysteries Project Emma Wiley May 21, 2021 In February 2021, Weelunk, Archiving Wheeling, and the Ohio County Public Library teamed up to reach out to the Wheeling community to identify unknown people in historic photographs. History’s Mysteries is a di...
WATCH: Progress at The Fort Henry Club Wheeling Heritage Media May 19, 2021 When the doors first opened at the Fort Henry Club on December 23, 1890, it was the definition of luxury. What was previously a private residence known as the Howell Mansion was transformed by architect E.B. Fr...
Grow Food, Not Lawns: Tips for a Healthy Backyard Garden Melissa Rebholz May 18, 2021 With the final freeze of the season behind us, it’s time to start planning those backyard gardens! Gardening is a great hobby for many reasons. Not only is it an affordable way to eat more fresh fruits and vege...
Wheeling’s Real Life M*A*S*H Couple Emma Wiley May 17, 2021 While many people have undoubtedly watched the wildly popular 70s sitcom, M*A*S*H, most probably don’t realize that Wheeling has its own real-life MASH couple—Sam and Della Nazzaro. Sam Nazzaro and Domenica “De...
WPHS Students Share Their Definitions of Home Provided May 15, 2021 If you read our previous article, “A Love Letter to Wheeling, My Home” by Michael Romick, then you know he spends a great deal of time discussing the elusive and evolving definition of “home” with his students ...
A Love Letter to Wheeling, My Home Michael Romick May 14, 2021 It is a foggy Friday morning as I prepare to teach one of my favorite lessons to my eleventh-grade students at Wheeling Park High School. It is a lesson exploring the meaning and many definitions of home. We ex...
