great video but i think it would be nice to do an updated version since the civic center update and the new health plan building and also include the Italian fest and Oglebay park lights js
Yes He did and really makes you want to come to the valley and live in peace & excitement !, thanks to Him and the comerc co for doing a fine JOB !! And thanks John once my next door neighbor in the 60 s ..Dcg Naples wheeling
@@donniegould873 "come to the valley and live in peace & excitement"??? Now I've heard just about everything". Peace and excitement. Lost me on that one.
Moondog is not the heart of Wheeling. He is only an icon of poverty, that everyone here makes fun of. I wish he would put away his bicycle, throw away the flags, stop hanging out at the 7eleven until 2am, bathe, shave, and get a job. And he could, just like you and me. But he chooses not to.
calibermoon I don't feel he is the icon of poverty. I feel he is more of the town mascot. I would rather see Moondog at 7Eleven at 2a.m, than some meth/crack/ heroin head, that this city IS so full of, I would trade them all for Moondog. :)
This area is falling apart due to gas industry taking over and the corrupt politicians who are being paid off. 3 hospitals closed, drugs worse than ever, roads falling apart, fracking noise all hours of the night, etc etc etc. It is a dream.
James Littleton have you been there? It use to be okay when I was growing up there but they keep closing down small businesses and not updating downtown wheeling or wheeling island.
I'm from the area and my family has lived in Wheeling since 1848. I love my home community, and I want to see it prosper, but this is overwhelmingly propaganda. 200,000 people in the area my ass, more like 140,000 (and shrinking) combined in the three counties that make up the Wheeling area (Belmont County, Ohio, Ohio Country, West Virginia, and Marshal Country, West Virginia). Wheeling it self has just and estimated 27,000 residents, and shrinking. The coal based economy is long dead, and the economic death of the area has merely been slowed by the fracking industry, and the introduction of the massive Cabela's and stores around it.
You are in for a shock. It's NOTHING like this video. They try to make Wheeling so nice in the video. If you come to Wheeling be sure to check out the beautiful homeless area on 18th street.
Too bad this video wasn't out when everyone moved to the Ohio Valley Mall. I was a kid back then and remember the mass exodus. Had something to do with the Wheeling City Council. That is what I heard my father complain about for years after we left for Virginia???
Wheeling is the biggest shithole I ever lived in. I was working in the Capital Building when it was condemned and yet the radio stations were allowed to work out of it. The water was green. I can say however that I did have a blast on Wheeling Islands as the slots are/were everywhere. All bets are off in Wheeling. Addiction Haven!
Please help stray cats in Wheeling. Feed them and give them some water. People feed birds, rabbits. Cats deserve to be taken care of, all cats even stray and feral cats. They shouldn't have to survive without proper nutrition. They need shelters for the winter, and catnip toys. Help the outdoor cat population not only survive but have a somewhat enjoyable life at least
@baby blue I did have about 70 years ago but not anymore. Wheeling is now a run down ghost town. I drove thru downtown Wheeling the other day and there was not a person in sight on main or market streets. Lots of parking lots but no business.
I think it's a good idea to help stray cats. Feeding them and giving them water, some shelter. Also some toys. People feed birds and squirrels. They should feed cats too. They are like dogs and can suffer in cold. Contrary to belief mice is not enough food for them. They need cat food, with vitamins. If so many people are good to birds, why not another living creature like a cat, who is a stray and should be indoors and is not getting it's needs met.
Isn't the cost of housing going up because of all the Frackers? I heard that locals have a hard time finding a place to live because the landlords are charging so much because the frackers can pay it.
That is one reason I would probably not move back. I live in NY now and Wheeing rents compare to the rent here without the job opportunities and other amenities. Pittsburgh maybe, but not there.
I hope that he doesn't actually believe that script that he's reading for this... Wheeling offering businesses what... Nothing that's why the Highlands exists because wheeling refused to help them to bring business in.... Wheeling... making more parking lots by tearing down historic buildings.... You don't need parking in Wheeling because there aren't any businesses left. Wow he makes it sound good... til you get here and find out the real deal.. wanna compete with 10,000 other people for the five jobs available.... wow.
Wheeling is part of the Pittsbirgh metro technically. Anything within an hour of a city is basically considered the same metro. Wheeling is close to Pittsburgh.
Why do the police in wheeling ignore the crime 2 blocks from them? It's that armpit of wheeling that makes all of downtown nasty. Everyone knows it. Why isn't something being done? I think someone's being paid to ignore the drugs and prostitution downtown.
Well lets ask your family what you have done for them. Im sure your dad had plenty to say but you still dont give and shot about your family if they dont fit your agenda!!!! Prove me wrong. Come see what im talkin about. This is the side of your family that acrually fought for what we beleive in…..
This is not the Wheeling i know. There was no mention of the 7/11, drug addicts or prostitutes. I think at minimum the porn store store downtown should of got a notable mention. After all it is a staple of the community that i have come to love!
You're an idiot you must not be very well traveled...there's far far worse cities than Wheeling. For a city of its size Wheeling punches way above its weight level. Wheeling has safe walkable neighborhoods, colleges, nice parks with golf, indoor tennis, pools, even a small zoo... low crime, no traffic jams w/, a good road system, tons of stores, lots of history, a good public school system, minor league hockey, public transportation... only an hour from a major city and easy access to a major airport. You sound like a dumbass to be honest.
If you go there now, you will be very hard pressed to see anything that looks as clean, new, or nice as what is in the video. They really put effort into making this video. I'm almost amazed.
I am really happy and glad to bring back the days of greatness 60s and 70s was so busy it was like New York streets especially holiday season
A wonderful love-note for the city I happily grew up in... and it must be "new:" Other than the bridge(s), I didn't recognize any of it.
The two boys that committed the murder of the Jesuit student
are not from Wheeling or West Virginia - they are from Florida.
Such an amazing place to visit to really appreciate American historic urban roots!
Too bad the city government won't get off their lazy butts and clean it up. It looks post apocalyptic
great video but i think it would be nice to do an updated version since the civic center update and the new health plan building and also include the Italian fest and Oglebay park lights js
Nice job John. Almost makes me proud to live nearby.
Yes He did and really makes you want to come to the valley and live in peace & excitement !, thanks to Him and the comerc co for doing a fine JOB !! And thanks John once my next door neighbor in the 60 s ..Dcg Naples wheeling
@@donniegould873 "come to the valley and live in peace & excitement"??? Now I've heard just about everything". Peace and excitement. Lost me on that one.
Wheeling is nice, and would be nicer~if the politicians weren't so corrupt
Why was MoonDog not featured in this video!?!? He is the heart of Wheeling!
Moondog is not the heart of Wheeling. He is only an icon of poverty, that everyone here makes fun of.
I wish he would put away his bicycle, throw away the flags, stop hanging out at the 7eleven until 2am, bathe, shave, and get a job.
And he could, just like you and me. But he chooses not to.
calibermoon I don't feel he is the icon of poverty. I feel he is more of the town mascot. I would rather see Moondog at 7Eleven at 2a.m, than some meth/crack/ heroin head, that this city IS so full of, I would trade them all for Moondog. :)
calibermoon facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10203834578217664&set=gm.740848689305996&type=1
His name is Charles
This area is falling apart due to gas industry taking over and the corrupt politicians who are being paid off. 3 hospitals closed, drugs worse than ever, roads falling apart, fracking noise all hours of the night, etc etc etc. It is a dream.
You speak 100% truth. Todays wheeling is a dying city. Job's? Only if you like driving a truck.
Right on!
Thanks Again For Sharing
Not in Wheeling, but Steubenville, not the same city.
Wow, Wheeling is very impressive and beautiful, I could absolutely lived there,
James Littleton have you been there? It use to be okay when I was growing up there but they keep closing down small businesses and not updating downtown wheeling or wheeling island.
Good luck.
ITS FLOODED. WHERE YOU AT NOW FAM????
this aged like milk
Having always lived in southern West Virginia I have only been to Wheeling once.
Lucky you.
I'm from the area and my family has lived in Wheeling since 1848. I love my home community, and I want to see it prosper, but this is overwhelmingly propaganda. 200,000 people in the area my ass, more like 140,000 (and shrinking) combined in the three counties that make up the Wheeling area (Belmont County, Ohio, Ohio Country, West Virginia, and Marshal Country, West Virginia). Wheeling it self has just and estimated 27,000 residents, and shrinking. The coal based economy is long dead, and the economic death of the area has merely been slowed by the fracking industry, and the introduction of the massive Cabela's and stores around it.
I might check out Wheeling
You are in for a shock. It's NOTHING like this video. They try to make Wheeling so nice in the video. If you come to Wheeling be sure to check out the beautiful homeless area on 18th street.
@for3v3r & 3v3r which parks?
Too bad this video wasn't out when everyone moved to the Ohio Valley Mall. I was a kid back then and remember the mass exodus. Had something to do with the Wheeling City Council. That is what I heard my father complain about for years after we left for Virginia???
Wheeling is the biggest shithole I ever lived in. I was working in the Capital Building when it was condemned and yet the radio stations were allowed to work out of it. The water was green. I can say however that I did have a blast on Wheeling Islands as the slots are/were everywhere. All bets are off in Wheeling. Addiction Haven!
Please help stray cats in Wheeling. Feed them and give them some water. People feed birds, rabbits. Cats deserve to be taken care of, all cats even stray and feral cats. They shouldn't have to survive without proper nutrition. They need shelters for the winter, and catnip toys. Help the outdoor cat population not only survive but have a somewhat enjoyable life at least
Rosella Ann Myles I totally agree!!! 🐱😻😼😼😺😺🐱🐱🐱
Hello , Smitty!
Wheeling is more appealing. I love it.
It is??
@@trainmaster0217 Wheeling rhymes with appealing. Catchy.
@baby blue I did have about 70 years ago but not anymore. Wheeling is now a run down ghost town. I drove thru downtown Wheeling the other day and there was not a person in sight on main or market streets. Lots of parking lots but no business.
It's not so great yet. Wages are poor. 7 years later.
doesn't look anything like the Wheeling I've been too...
So true lol
I think it's a good idea to help stray cats. Feeding them and giving them water, some shelter. Also some toys. People feed birds and squirrels. They should feed cats too. They are like dogs and can suffer in cold. Contrary to belief mice is not enough food for them. They need cat food, with vitamins. If so many people are good to birds, why not another living creature like a cat, who is a stray and should be indoors and is not getting it's needs met.
One reason not to , they hang around buildings and have FLEAS !
It was going pretty well until WVNCC came into view.
love the vid!
Check out this guy from WV
his names Ninja XD
I like the Dicarlos Pizza and Coleman's Fish but the rest.. Uhhhh
Isn't the cost of housing going up because of all the Frackers? I heard that locals have a hard time finding a place to live because the landlords are charging so much because the frackers can pay it.
That is one reason I would probably not move back. I live in NY now and Wheeing rents compare to the rent here without the job opportunities and other amenities. Pittsburgh maybe, but not there.
True
I hope that he doesn't actually believe that script that he's reading for this... Wheeling offering businesses what... Nothing that's why the Highlands exists because wheeling refused to help them to bring business in.... Wheeling... making more parking lots by tearing down historic buildings.... You don't need parking in Wheeling because there aren't any businesses left. Wow he makes it sound good... til you get here and find out the real deal.. wanna compete with 10,000 other people for the five jobs available.... wow.
Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956
i am considering buying a home here, and i am going to ask the question, is this place WOKE ? b/c there is NOWAY i want to live in a crazy place.
Not really
Let alone all the random clips of Pittsburgh
Wheeling is part of the Pittsbirgh metro technically. Anything within an hour of a city is basically considered the same metro. Wheeling is close to Pittsburgh.
Why do the police in wheeling ignore the crime 2 blocks from them? It's that armpit of wheeling that makes all of downtown nasty. Everyone knows it. Why isn't something being done? I think someone's being paid to ignore the drugs and prostitution downtown.
I know someone from here that was a child prostitute at 6,7,and 8...in the downtown area...this place is sick and should be blown up.
Stricker Calhoun but have you been to stubenville ? That’s where the real problem is. The huge problem with wheeling is wheeling hospital.
Wow pay someone enough money and they will say anything
Well lets ask your family what you have done for them. Im sure your dad had plenty to say but you still dont give and shot about your family if they dont fit your agenda!!!! Prove me wrong. Come see what im talkin about. This is the side of your family that acrually fought for what we beleive in…..
Yay! More parking lots and welfare agencies
This is not the Wheeling i know. There was no mention of the 7/11, drug addicts or prostitutes. I think at minimum the porn store store downtown should of got a notable mention. After all it is a staple of the community that i have come to love!
Ha, maybe back in the 1980s, but with porn for free on the internet, I doubt that it's a staple. More like a niche market.
@@MrPotatoesLatkie but unlike most of the businesses that have operated in the last 30 years, it’s still there. Lol
@baby blue though I am a transplant / to young to remember the mob days. From what most say things would be a lot better if the mob still ruled.
progressive ??? count me out , just lost the sale
The new Wheeling sucks.
Wheeling is literally a shithole, but worth a visit. Seriously.
You're an idiot you must not be very well traveled...there's far far worse cities than Wheeling. For a city of its size Wheeling punches way above its weight level. Wheeling has safe walkable neighborhoods, colleges, nice parks with golf, indoor tennis, pools, even a small zoo... low crime, no traffic jams w/, a good road system, tons of stores, lots of history, a good public school system, minor league hockey, public transportation... only an hour from a major city and easy access to a major airport. You sound like a dumbass to be honest.
A wonderful love-note for the city I happily grew up in... and it must be "new:"
Other than the bridge(s), I didn't recognize any of it.
If you go there now, you will be very hard pressed to see anything that looks as clean, new, or nice as what is in the video. They really put effort into making this video. I'm almost amazed.