City News
Wheeling Feeling Chili Cook-off Slated for June 4
Published on April 18, 2022
Combine one-part live music, two parts festive atmosphere with great food and a dash of a car cruise for the perfect Wheeling Feeling Chili Cook-off …
Wheeling Fire Department Announce Annual Fire Hydrant Inspection Dates
Published on April 14, 2022
Beginning Monday, April 18, the Wheeling Fire Department will begin inspecting all fire hydrants over the next 30 days throughout all city neighbor…
Piling Wall Installation to Impact Traffic
Published on April 14, 2022
Beginning at 8 a.m., Monday, April 18, traffic on Beechwood Drive off of Glenwood Road will be down to one lane for the installation of a piling wall…
City Reminding Community of Sign Ordinance
Published on April 11, 2022
Officials with the City of Wheeling want to remind the community of an ordinance that prohibits any type of signage in the right-of-ways within city …
State Legislation Provides New Options to Reduce Unfunded Liability for Municipal Police and Fire Pension Funds
Published on April 08, 2022
The recent passage of House Bill 4756 in the West Virginia Legislature will provide new options to reduce unfunded liabilities for municipal police a…
City of Wheeling Launches New 311 Platform for More Efficient City Services
Published on April 05, 2022
The City of Wheeling’s new partnership with GovPilot will modernize the City’s approach to 311 services including code enforcement, public works, par…
The Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park is OPEN
Published on April 01, 2022
The Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park, located at the Tunnel Green Recreation Complex, re-opened today following a seasonal closure. The dog park will be…
Wheeling Tree Board Conducting Ceremonial Tree Planting in Celebration of Arbor Day
Published on April 01, 2022
In celebration of Arbor Day, the City of Wheeling’s Tree Board will conduct a tree planting ceremony at 1 p.m., Friday, April 8 on the north side of …
Paying for Parking Just Got Easier at the Centre Wheeling Parking Structure
Published on April 01, 2022
Those utilizing the Centre Wheeling Parking Structure will now be required to have a monthly parking pass or must pay for hourly parking via their mo…
City of Wheeling Contributes to Steenrod Elementary School Playground Project
Published on March 30, 2022
Officials from the City of Wheeling presented a check to Ohio County Schools personnel Wednesday afternoon as a contribution to the Steenrod Elementa…
City Solicitor Honored During Women’s History Month
Published on March 29, 2022
City Solicitor Rosemary Humway-Warmuth was one of 26 women in the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) who were recognized and celebrat…
Slip Repair Preparations to Close Roadways
Published on March 28, 2022
Test boring in preparation for slip repairs will be conducted in two parts of the City on Friday, April 1 and will result in a road closure at each l…
City of Wheeling’s Human Rights Commission Offering Free Fair Housing Training for Landlords
Published on March 18, 2022
Protected classes, assistance animals and criminal history issues will be topics covered in an upcoming Fair Housing training for area landlords host…
City of Wheeling Welcomes New Centre Market Manager
Published on March 17, 2022
City Manager Robert Herron has announced Wheeling resident Brooke Stull as the new Centre Market Manager.“Brooke’s education and professional experie…
Sanitary Sewer Work to Close Portion of Heritage Trail Near Warwood
Published on March 15, 2022
James White Construction, on behalf of the City of Wheeling, will begin replacing the Warwood Sanitary Sewer Force Main next week. The project will i…
Funding for Key Community Projects Coming to City of Wheeling Thanks to Efforts of U.S. Senators
Published on March 14, 2022
Officials in the City of Wheeling and Wheeling Heritage are pleased with the passage of legislation for fiscal year 2022 that contains more than $3.8…
City of Wheeling's Arts & Cultural Commission Receives Grant for Student-Created Public Art
Published on March 10, 2022
The Arts & Cultural Commission received a $1,500 matching grant from the State Department of Arts, Culture and History to support student-created…
Sewer Line Work Extends Duration of Road Closure
Published on March 10, 2022
The sewer line separation project being conducted at the intersection of McColloch Street and U.S. 40 will continue to impact traffic patterns into n…
Wheeling Fire Department’s South Wheeling Station to Mark Special Milestone
Published on March 08, 2022
The Wheeling Fire Department invites the public to an open house of its South Wheeling fire station this coming weekend as it marks a significant ann…
City of Wheeling Seeking Input from Community on Use of American Rescue Plan Act Funds
Published on March 03, 2022
The City of Wheeling is receiving nearly $30 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to assist the community in recovering from the COVID-19…
