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William Marland: The rise, fall, and redemption of West Virginia’s visionary governor
History / Prehistory
West Virginia turns 163: The only state born by breaking away from the Confederacy
Health and Medicine
WVU, Johns Hopkins launch $7 million partnership to address W.Va. health challenges
Festivals / Events
West Virginia Day 2026: 10 events and festivals celebrating the Mountain State’s birthday
Wildlife / Conservancy
Why baby deer are appearing across West Virginia right now
Lore and Legend
Tyler County woman claimed family hosted John Wilkes Booth after Lincoln assassination
Communities
West Virginia-backed Senate bill could spur new investment in historic downtowns across America
LEWISBURG, W.Va. — Historic buildings, from New England mill towns to Appalachian downtowns, could become easier to restore under bipartisan legislation that would expand one of the nation’s most successful redevelopment incentives. U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito has
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$11.6 million railyard venue opening in Elkins to draw visitors to the Allegheny Highlands
ELKINS, W.Va. — A new $11.6 million event and conference center, scheduled to open this summer, is expected to bring conferences, weddings, entertainment, and increased tourism to downtown Elkins, marking one of the largest recent investments in Randolph County’s
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Attractions
Ancient river once flowed across West Virginia before vanishing during the Ice Age
CHARLESTON, W.Va.— Long before the Ohio River existed and long before humans set foot in North America, a massive river flowed across what is now West Virginia. Known as the Teays River, the ancient waterway drained a vast
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Tomlinson Run preserves unusual Appalachian forest rarely found in Northern Panhandle
NEW MANCHESTER, W.Va. — Many visitors know Tomlinson Run State Park as West Virginia’s northernmost state park, but park officials and naturalists say its ecological significance may be even more important than its location. The 1,398-acre park in
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Recreation
More New River Gorge hikers are leaving Endless Wall for the Grandview Rim Trail
GRANDVIEW, W.Va. — For years, two trails near Fayetteville have dominated conversations about hiking in New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. The Endless Wall Trail, a nationally recognized route that follows the rim of the gorge above
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New Peters Mountain Trail System takes shape in Monongahela National Forest near Franklin
FRANKLIN, W.Va. — Nearly 30 volunteers braved rain, fog, and mud last week to begin construction of the new Peters Mountain Trail System, a project designed to improve public access to the Monongahela National Forest and strengthen connections
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Interior Department opens review of rock climbing policies affecting New River Gorge
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — The U.S. Department of the Interior has launched a nationwide review of rock-climbing management practices and wilderness stewardship policies that could ultimately affect rock climbing in some of America’s most celebrated climbing destinations, including the
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Culture
West Virginia’s Deadliest Tornadoes: The most destructive storms in state history
SHINNSTON, W.Va. — For many residents, West Virginia is known more for its mountains than for tornadoes. Yet some of the state’s deadliest weather disasters have come not from floods or winter storms but from violent tornadoes that
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West Virginia Day! State celebrates 163 years of statehood with free capitol event
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia will celebrate West Virginia Day and the 163rd anniversary of its statehood on June 20 with free tours, family activities, a statewide quilt unveiling, and complimentary hot dogs and birthday cake at the
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One of West Virginia’s deadliest Revolutionary War ambushes happened at McMechen Narrows
The 1777 attack known as the Foreman Massacre left 22 frontier militiamen dead and remains one of the most significant Revolutionary War-era sites in the Ohio Valley. MCMECHEN, W.Va. — The steep hills rise abruptly from the Ohio
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Lore and Legend
Origin of the name “Pickle Street” remains a central West Virginia mystery
Real Estate
Stonewall Resort launches new Mosaic Cruiser lake tours on Stonewall Jackson Lake
History and Prehistory
Hidden healing spring on historic Pence Springs resort grounds draws new interest
State Parks
West Virginia state parks celebrate National Trails Day with hikes, volunteer events
Hunting
West Virginia announces winners of 2025 West Virginia Big Buck Photo Contest
Fishing
West Virginia trout stocking Jan. 5: biologists stock 46 waters statewide
Hiking
West Virginia state parks to ring in 2026 with 24 First Day hikes across the state
Skiing
White Grass cross-country skiing elevates winter in Canaan Valley, West Virginia
National Parks
Lost village of “Lilly” hides in national park lands in West Virginia
Kayaking
Despite river traffic, the scenic Ohio can be a safe kayaking destination
Whitewater Rafting
New River Gorge resort in W.Va. shares industry trends in diversity
Biking
Officials unveil largest mountain bike trail project in W.Va. history
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Wildlife / Conservancy
Why West Virginia may be the wildest state east of the Mississippi
National Forests
Road closures to affect access to Cranberry and Williams River recreation areas
History / Prehistory
Evidence indicates Grave Creek Mound stood at center of a major ceremonial landscape
Wildlife / Conservancy
Scientists say West Virginia’s dark skies are becoming a refuge for fireflies
History / Prehistory
William Marland: The rise, fall, and redemption of West Virginia’s visionary governor
History / Prehistory
West Virginia turns 163: The only state born by breaking away from the Confederacy
Health and Medicine
WVU, Johns Hopkins launch $7 million partnership to address W.Va. health challenges
Festivals / Events
West Virginia Day 2026: 10 events and festivals celebrating the Mountain State’s birthday
Wildlife / Conservancy