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Wheeling Haunts Episode Three: Music at the McLain

Wheeling Heritage Media October 17, 2022

If you haven’t listened to the previous episodes of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it...

This Local Farmer Transformed His Homestead Into a Fall Destination

Jessica Broverman October 14, 2022

Prepare to celebrate the Autumn season surrounded by sunflowers, berries, and ghouls!  Fourth-generation farmer Eric Freeland has opened his acreage...

Want to Help Make Wheeling More Dog-Friendly? Here’s How!

Wheeling Heritage Staff October 12, 2022

Wheeling Heritage invites the community to attend ‘The Dog-Friendly Wheeling Workshop’ to learn how being a pet-friendly Downtown can be...

YWCA and WVNCC Host Human Library Event To Build Community Connections

Provided October 11, 2022

YWCA Wheeling and West Virginia Northern Community College believe in the art of communication and genuine connection and have developed...

Wheeling Haunts Episode Two: Fulton Frights

Wheeling Heritage Media October 10, 2022

If you haven’t listened to episode one of our new podcast Wheeling Haunts, then be sure to go check it...

Want to Charge Your Electric Vehicle in Wheeling? Here’s Where You Can Go.

Alex Walton October 7, 2022

As cities throughout the United States look toward revitalization in the future, the City of Wheeling and its surrounding areas...

Carve a Wheeling-Themed Pumpkin

Alex Panas October 4, 2022

The leaves are changing and there’s a crisp chill in the air – which means that Halloween is right around...

Wheeling Haunts Episode One: Haunting on the Island

Wheeling Heritage Media October 3, 2022

Are you ready for some spooky history? Weelunk and Wheeling Heritage Media are proud to present the first episode of...

QUIZ: What Fall Drink Should You Try This Weekend?

Wheeling Heritage Media October 1, 2022

It’s officially Fall, so bring on the changing leaves, cozy sweaters and tasty drinks from your favorite local coffee shop. Take this quiz to help decide which drink you should try this weekend!

The Pine Room Podcast Wins Show of Hands

Provided September 30, 2022

After four local business made their pitches, The Pine Room Podcast secured the most votes making them the latest winner...

Q and A: Denny Magruder, General Manager of Wesbanco Arena

Steve Novotney September 30, 2022

Originally published November 23, 2014 Sammy Hagar played Wheeling in the early 1980s. So did Sha Na Na. Kansas, .38...

How a Wheeling Company Became One of the Country’s Largest Pharmaceutical Giants

Emma Wiley September 28, 2022

Originally published July 19, 2021 Taking a first pass through Wheeling’s history, you would certainly notice the prevalence of industries...

Show of Hands Returns Sept. 28; Who Will Win?

Wheeling Heritage Media September 26, 2022

Wheeling Heritage’s Show of Hands returns this week with a fresh lineup of local businesses. The community-supported crowd-funding event will...

Bowling Meets Golf This Weekend in Wheeling

Kaden Bednarek September 23, 2022

What do bowling, golf, and winding country roads have in common? The answer is Irish Road Bowling, and this beloved...

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,...

Grammy-Nominated Artist to Play Concert at Clientele Art Studio This Weekend

Provided September 20, 2022

The David Mayfield Parade, a dynamic combination of music and comedy, will perform live at Clientele Art Studio this weekend....

Library Announces New Program Focusing on Civic Empathy Through History

Seán Duffy September 20, 2022

The Ohio County Public Library in Wheeling, WV is pleased to announce the recent installation of an extremely important new...

Help Bring More Free, Live Music to Wheeling!

Wheeling Heritage Staff September 20, 2022

Wheeling Heritage is now in the running to bring a free outdoor music series to Wheeling starting in 2023. Supported...

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...

Laughlin Memorial Chapel Celebrates 150 Years of Service

Ellery McGregor September 12, 2022

This September marks the 150th anniversary of the historic Laughlin Memorial Chapel on 18th St. in East Wheeling! The Chapel...

Oglebay Paws in the Park to Raise Awareness and Fun this Saturday

Jessica Broverman September 9, 2022

One of the most popular summer events is the long-awaited Paws in the Park at Oglebay Resort and Conference Center....

You’re Bound To Love This Bookstore in Downtown Wheeling

Hanna Perry September 8, 2022

Vigilant Books is an independent bookstore that is located that is temporarily located at 1900 Market St. in downtown Wheeling,...

A Brief Look at Wheeling’s Boating History

Ellery McGregor September 7, 2022

As we approach the end of a long, hot Wheeling summer, the Ohio River is seeing a surge in people...

WSO’s Opening Night Concert to Feature Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and Progressive Hip-Hop Artist Christylez Bacon

Provided September 6, 2022

Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announces its 2022-2023 Opening Night Gala Celebration – “American Stories” on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at the Capitol Theatre. The concert will feature world-renowned cellist...

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....

Soap, Ceramics, Sweets and Sports On the Lineup for the Next Show of Hands

Provided August 31, 2022

Four local small businesses have been selected from a pool of applicants for Wheeling Heritage’s next Show of Hands. Show...

QUIZ: Which Downtown Wheeling Coffee Shop Should You Visit Next?

Ellery McGregor August 29, 2022

Who doesn’t love a great cup of joe in the morning? With so many coffee shop options around Wheeling, we’ve decided to make your morning fuel-up a bit easier and help you narrow down your choices.

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...

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...

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...

Oglebay Institute Invites You to a Lavish Party to Support the Arts in Wheeling

Provided August 16, 2022

Each year near the end of the summer season, friends, members, and supporters of the nonprofit, arts, nature, and cultural...

WEEREAD: Foote, A Mystery Novel

Anna Cipoletti August 16, 2022

Meet James “Big Jim” Foote: longtime Morgantown resident, private investigator, and bigfoot. After decades spent hiding in plain sight as...

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...

These Dedicated Parishioners Are Keeping Ukrainian Traditions Alive in Wheeling

Adam Marquart August 12, 2022

After the war broke out in Ukraine in February of 2022, the country quickly received international attention and an outpouring...

Preserve WV AmeriCorps Positions Open in Wheeling – Weelunk’s Outgoing AmeriCorps Member Reflects on Her Experience

Kate Wietor August 10, 2022

It’s bittersweet to write this, but my time in Wheeling is coming to a close. Just one year ago, I...

Wheeling Arts Roundup – August Edition

Tucker Riggleman August 8, 2022

Wheeling is known for its rich industrial history as a blue-collar Ohio River town, but it also boasts a vibrant...

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...

Weird and Wonderful Town Names from Across West Virginia

Kate Wietor August 3, 2022

Driving around West Virginia, you’re sure to come across some unique names. Places could be named after families, after far...

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...

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....

Check Out This Fresh New Business on Market Street

Ellery McGregor July 29, 2022

When you first walk into Shea Rose Soapery, the first thing you will likely do is take a deep breath....

The Victoria: Wheeling’s Last Remaining Vaudeville Theater

Ellery McGregor July 26, 2022

If you’ve driven up Market Street recently, then you may have noticed that Wheeling’s iconic Victoria Vaudeville Theater, known colloquially...

QUIZ: Which WV Native Plant Are You?

Kate Wietor July 25, 2022

Each plant provides their own unique benefits to our environment - find out which West Virginia Native Plant is most like you by answering these questions!

Faces of Pride: New Photo Project Features Wheeling’s LGBTQ+ Community

The Friendlier City Project and Mikaya Green July 22, 2022

Editors Note: Our goal as an online publication is to provide readers with stories and content that allows them to...

Wheeling Heritage Creates New Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program

Betsy Sweeny July 20, 2022

Wheeling Heritage is proud to announce its new Historic Revitalization Subgrant Program. This program was conceived several years ago, as...

Open Streets Workshop Comes to Centre Market

Alex Panas July 19, 2022

When was the last time you took a stroll through the Centre Market neighborhood in Wheeling? What was that experience...

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...

New Vrindaban: Home of the Palace of Gold

Miranda Tharp July 15, 2022

If you grew up in the Ohio Valley you’ve probably heard of the Palace of Gold, but have you ever...

Talented Cast Delivers New Take on Well-Known Story

Provided July 13, 2022

Oglebay Institute’s Parcel Players present a new stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel “Little Women.” The production is...

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...