Pennington’s to Have New Owners, Launch As Block-O Bar & Grill

June 13, 2025

JEWETT — After nearly a decade, Pennington’s owner Shawn Pennington has announced that Harrison County residents Scott and Amie Shultz will be taking over the operations and ownership of the business. The establishment will be closed June 21 and will reopen June 30. The new name of the business will be The Block-O Bar and Grill. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to pass the torch to Scott and Amie,” Pennington stated. “Their deep roots in Harrison County and genuine love for this community makes them the perfect choice, and I can’t wait to experience their vision and the ...

Free Movie Night Features ‘Grease’ at Heritage Port

June 13, 2025

WHEELING — Break out your leather jackets and poodle skirts — it’s time to hand-jive the night away as the city of Wheeling is hosting a free screening of the iconic movie “Grease” today, Friday, June 13, at Heritage Port. The film will begin at dusk. “This is a great opportunity to enjoy a nostalgic favorite with friends and family in a great outdoor setting,” said Wheeling Parks & Recreation Director Rochelle Barry. “We encourage everyone to come early, grab a good spot and enjoy a fun summer night in downtown Wheeling.” Set in the 1950s, “Grease” tells ...

Steve Earle: Fifty Years of Songs and Stories Coming to the Capitol Theatre in Wheeling Tuesday

June 13, 2025

WHEELING — Acclaimed songwriting great. Singer. Musician. Novelist. Radio show host. Producer. Actor. Even a self-proclaimed social activist. That’s a lot for one man to accomplish. But Steve Earle has been able to accomplish all that in his 70 years. Steve Earle? Do we know that name? ...

Oglebay’s Backyard BBQ Festival Is Back … and It’s Free!

May 23, 2025

WHEELING — Oglebay’s highly anticipated fourth annual Backyard BBQ Festival, presented by The Glessner Group, is set to ignite summer with a sizzling celebration today, Friday, May 23, through Sunday, May 25. This year’s festival promises a weekend packed with free live music, ...

WesBanco Arena to Host Monthly First Fridays Concerts

May 23, 2025

WHEELING — WesBanco Arena is excited to announce the launch of the Pepsi First Fridays Summer Concert Series, a new monthly event celebrating community, music and summer fun. The series kicks off at 5 p.m. Friday, June 6, on the arena’s vibrant outdoor patio space. Each First Friday ...

City of Wheeling’s Free Summer Entertainment Ready to Get Underway

May 23, 2025

WHEELING — The city of Wheeling is excited to launch another season of free summer entertainment this week with Toe Tappin’ Tuesdays at Warwood’s Garden Park and Waterfront Wednesdays at Heritage Port in downtown Wheeling. Saturdays at the Market will kick off on May 24 with a noon performance by The New Age Adenas at Centre Market, offering live music for shoppers. Toe Tappin’ Tuesdays will begin this Tuesday, May 27, with dance tunes performed live by Twice as Nice. The original launch of Waterfront Wednesdays with a performance featuring Hoard & Jones was canceled because ...