Wheeling, West Virginia

Wheeling is a city located in West Virginia, in the United States. Most of the city is in Ohio County, with a small part in Marshall County. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 31,419 (31,059 in Ohio County, 360 in Marshall County). It is the county seat of Ohio County{{GR|6}}.

Attractions

Wheeling features several municipal parks including Oglebay Park and Wheeling Park. It is also the site of the Wheeling Suspension Bridge which was once the longest suspension bridge in the world. In 2004, a Cabela's outdoor retail store opened outside of Wheeling. It is to be the central feature in a new shopping complex outside of the city. Gaming has also come to Wheeling. Wheeling Island Racetrack and Gaming Center is located on Wheeling Island. It is home to greyhound racing and slots. The success of Wheeling Island racetrack has generated much debate about further legalisation of gambling in the Wheeling area.

Related Topics:
Municipal parks - Oglebay Park - Wheeling Park - Wheeling Suspension Bridge - Suspension bridge - Cabela's - Wheeling Island Racetrack and Gaming Center - Greyhound

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