Wheeling Park Wins 46th Consecutive State ChampionshipsThe Park Press March 25, 2026Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Leiahna (Lee) Fonner. Leiahna is a contributing writer to The Park Press. The Wheeling...
History of Textile Manufacturing in WheelingProvided March 20, 2026Textiles were once a cornerstone of Wheeling’s industrial growth. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, factories producing cotton, wool,...
Bridge The Gap: Saturday SeriesRiley Carpenter March 16, 2026In a time when many adults feel unsure how to connect with the young people in their lives, two Ohio...
Tucker Riggleman & The Cheap Dates with Stone CampusProvided March 13, 2026WHEELING, W.Va — West Virginia musician and poet Tucker Riggleman will be performing at Waterfront Hall on Saturday, April 4...
Georgia Tambasis’ Imaginary and Real ExhibitionRiley Carpenter March 11, 2026A new exhibition featuring the work of Wheeling-based interdisciplinary artist Georgia Tambasis recently opened at the Artisan Center Gallery, bringing...
2026 Spring Cleanup ScheduleProvided March 9, 2026WHEELING, W.Va. — The City of Wheeling will host a Spring Cleanup, providing residents with a convenient opportunity to dispose of...
Wheeling Country Day School’s First Youth Show of HandsRiley Carpenter March 4, 2026Next week, a new generation of innovators will take the stage in Wheeling. On Wednesday, March 11th, students from Wheeling...
Love Letters to Cheryl PompeoArianne Goneau March 2, 2026Cheryl Pompeo’s love for dance began long before she ever stepped into a leadership role. It started as a young...
Oral Histories of Wheeling’s Black CommunityWheeling Heritage Media February 27, 2026As February comes to a close, so does a meaningful month of reflection, storytelling, and preservation. Throughout the month, the...
Ceramics Take Over Wheeling is Coming in Full SwingEllie Matheny February 25, 2026Whether you love slapping clay upon the wheel or drinking from your favorite glazed kitchenware, the Ceramics Take Over Wheeling...
My Mother: A True Inspiration to Me and OthersSharise West February 20, 2026My mother’s story is one rooted in love, resilience, and purpose. Charise Paige grew up the youngest of six children,...
The Only House on The Left: Scott Hanna’s Debut Poetry Book Making Official LaunchEllie Matheny February 13, 2026Just over the hill at West Liberty University, English Professor, Dr. W. Scott Hanna, is officially making debut this month...
Inside Esoterica: Wheeling’s Newest Gathering SpaceRiley Carpenter February 6, 2026Something quietly powerful is taking shape in downtown Wheeling. Esoterica isn’t just a new place to grab a drink or...
Hairitage on MarketEleni Walter February 4, 2026Joan Crawford once said, “I think that the most important thing a woman can have- next to talent, of course-...
How Shape Wheeling Is Moving Ideas Forward DowntownProvided February 2, 2026Downtown Wheeling is in the middle of a visible transformation. Block by block, new ideas are taking shape, long-vacant spaces...
Why I Enjoy Substitute Teaching in WheelingDominic Martin January 30, 2026I chose Wheeling out of a desire to stay close to home. Although I’m a Moundsville native and a John...
What’s Coming to the Capitol?Adeline Boggs January 28, 2026You don’t need to look far to find great live entertainment. From now until July, The Capitol Theatre has a...
Buzz, Buzz! 2nd Annual Spelling Bee for Grown-UpsProvided January 23, 2026Friends of the Ohio County Library are bringing back the Spelling Bee for Grown-Ups! The second annual event will take...
Rosemary KetchumThe Park Press January 21, 2026Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Ella Mae Wheeler, Web Designer. Ella is a contributing writer to The Park Press....
Wheeling to Honor the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Weekend of Community EventsRon Scott Jr. January 16, 2026The Wheeling community will come together January 16–19 for a multi-day celebration honoring the life, legacy, and lasting influence of...
Ohio County Needs Poll Workers for Upcoming Election CycleErin Allietta January 14, 2026A note from Erin:“I’m excited to collaborate with Wheeling Heritage to bring you a series that focuses on voter registration...
Maxim Lando Returns to Perform with Wheeling Symphony, Accompanying Festival of IdeasProvided January 9, 2026The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will welcome back a beloved guest artist for their next performance, All My Memories, while...
Growing Knowledge & Community Through Master GardenersRiley Carpenter January 7, 2026The Ohio County Master Gardeners will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at...
Ohio Valley SkateboardingMelissa Rebholz January 5, 2026Two lifelong friends are building a new multi-generational community in the Ohio Valley and it’s all happening at the Wheeling...
Rooted LoveKarin Butyn January 2, 2026“Wheeling has always been a place rooted in support, connection, and showing up for one another, and those same values...
Ohio Valley Mutual Aid Benefit ShowProvided December 26, 2025A night of live music at Waterfront Hall this weekend will do more than entertain—it will directly support neighbors in...
Elfin’ Around WheelingRiley Carpenter December 19, 2025If you’ve been scrolling Instagram or Facebook in Wheeling this December, chances are you’ve already spotted them: two full-grown elves...
Mel’s Alternative Images: Providing a Piece of the Past with Vintage Tintype Photography and MoreAdeline Boggs December 17, 2025In a world that is becoming increasingly riddled with AI images and fake photos, Melody is preserving history with the...
Local Illustrator Helps Bring Mrs. Claus to Life in New Children’s BookRiley Carpenter December 15, 2025Behind the Magic of the Holidays There’s a quiet kind of magic that lives in the background of Christmas. It’s...
Civics Unplugged Fellowship Accepting ApplicationsProvided December 11, 2025Civics Unplugged is now accepting high school-aged applicants for their Spring 2026 Civic Innovators Fellowship, a free 8-week Fellowship that...
Paint Your Pet Returns This JanuaryWheeling Heritage Staff December 5, 2025A Meaningful Gift Just in Time for the Holidays The holiday season is in full-swing and many of us are...
Fabio’s: Serving Up Pizza and a LegacyThe Park Press December 1, 2025Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Ella Mae Wheeler. Ella is a contributing writer to The Park Press. A Family...
Small Business Saturday in WheelingWheeling Heritage Staff November 26, 2025Small Business Saturday is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to support the heart and soul of...
Bethany Track & Field Looks Ahead to a Record-Setting SeasonProvided November 24, 2025BETHANY, W.Va. – The Bethany College track and field team, led by second-year head coach Jordan Johnson, is poised for...
Celebrate the Holidays at Waterfront HallRiley Carpenter November 21, 2025This holiday season, Waterfront Hall is lighting up downtown Wheeling with a packed calendar of festive events! From concerts and...
Why Wheeling: Tacet Coffee Cart Ellery McGregor November 19, 2025In sheet music, a tacet symbolizes a break, a rest, a pause. It’s that silent moment of peace between frenzied...
Restoring History: OVGH LettersThe Park Press November 17, 2025Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Alexandra Glennon, Assistant Design Editor. Alexandra is a contributing writer to The Park Press. A...
Bullfrogs and Butterflies: Local Consignment Store Helping Families Save Money for Twenty Years Adeline Boggs November 14, 2025The Start of the Business Bullfrogs and Butterflies celebrated its 20th year in business this past April! After the flood...
Crafted with Honor: Veteran-Owned BusinessesWheeling Heritage Staff November 10, 2025For more than two decades, the Wheeling Artisan Center has been a hub for creativity, craftsmanship, and community in the...
Carrying a Family Tradition, Creating a Park LegacyThe Park Press November 7, 2025Written by Wheeling Park High School’s Andrew Pennybacker. Andrew is a contributing writer to The Park Press. A Legacy on...
The Ballot Box Brief: WV Primary Election RulesErin Allietta November 5, 2025A note from Erin:“I’m excited to collaborate with Wheeling Heritage to bring you a series that focuses on voter registration...
Bring Wheeling History Home This Holiday SeasonRiley Carpenter November 3, 2025Celebrate the Season with Wheeling’s Suspension Bridge Ornament Now that Halloween is behind us, it’s time to dive headfirst into...
Vagabond Kitchen and Crittenton Partner for Men’s Mental Health AwarenessWeelunk Staff October 29, 2025The kitchen can be a high-pressure place—fast-paced, demanding, and often relentless. For Chef and owner, Matt Welsch of The Vagabond...
Digging into Wheeling’s Roots: A Class that Brings History HomeProvided October 27, 2025A little over a year ago, Ohio County Schools Public Relations Director, Karin Butyn, sat in on Wheeling Park High...
October at the Public MarketProvided October 24, 2025As the leaves turn and sweater weather officially settles over the Ohio Valley, the Public Market reminds us that October...
Building a Brighter Start with Terra CrewsIsabella Droginske October 22, 2025Terra Crews is a powerful force of endless patience, acceptance, and caring in our community. Whether it is her day-to-day...
Rewiring Wellness: ThrIVe Wheeling’s EXOMINDSponsoredRiley Carpenter October 20, 2025In a world that moves fast and expects us to keep moving and keep up, it’s easy to ignore the...
The Zesty Italian: How One Wheeling Woman Is Bringing People Together Through FoodMonica Phillips October 10, 2025Every community has its hidden gems, and sometimes they shine brightest in the kitchen. For Michele Bragg, also known as...
The Ballot Box Brief: Photo ID RequiredErin Allietta October 6, 2025A note from Erin: “I’m excited to collaborate with Wheeling Heritage to bring to you a series that will focus...
PODCAST: Wheeling HauntsWheeling Heritage Media October 3, 2025What happens when Wheeling’s history doesn’t die? Listen to the Wheeling Haunts podcast to find out! Hosted by Alex Panas...
