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The Devil's Backbone in Pocahontas County rises along Knapp Creek near Marlinton, West Virginia.

Devil's Backbone continues to intrigue travelers in W.Va.

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Pioneers called it The Devil's Backbone, as most believed such an unnatural thing could only be the work of the Devil. In the 1740s when...
Maple syrup production in West Virginia continues to grow.

Despite a warm winter, the W.Va. syrup industry grows

The tower on Stewart Hall overlooks the downtown campus at West Virginia University at Morgantown, WV.

WVU to fully reopen campuses for fall 2021 semester

Gov. Justice announces 2021 Community Development Block Grant awards

Justice announces more than $13 million for community projects

Brian Fanary believes Sophia can benefit greatly from regional growth.

Historic Sophia poised for growth, mayoral candidate says

Attractions

New River Gorge Bridge, Fayetteville, West Virginia, New River Gorge Region

New River Gorge National Park officials warn to expect crowds

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Summer operating hours at the newly dedicated New River Gorge National Park and Preserve will go into effect on June 12, and park officials...
Battle Reenactment at Canaan Valley Resort

Canaan Valley hosts reenactments, outdoor adventure June 18-20

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In the highest mountain valley in the eastern U.S., the Canaan Valley, Canaan Valley Resort will celebrate the history of the Mountain State and...
Park guests fish the Bluestone River at Pipestem Resort State Park

Job fair at Pipestem Resort State Park set May 11

A member of the fire management team at Grandview tends a prescribed burn.

Smoke at new national park at Grandview no cause for concern

Lilly Bias and a friend ride an innertube on Summersville Lake in south-central West Virginia.

Boone County student chronicles vacation in West Virginia

Sibray (left) and Burdette explore stonework and hewn timbers in one of the tavern rooms.

Historians work to divine mysteries of old West Virginia tavern

Recreation

The state's annual youth fishing derby is set for June 12 at Little Beaver State Park near Beckley.
Fishing

Statewide Free Fishing Weekend being celebrated June 12-13

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West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice is calling on state residents and guests to grab a...
Chase Gibson, of Mount Clare, caught a 54.0625-inch, 39.64-pound musky at Burnsville Lake, breaking the previous record for length.
Fishing

W.Va. record muskellunge caught at Burnsville Lake

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A West Virginia angler caught a state record muskellunge on April 30 in Braxton County,...
The whole family is welcome to pursue at whole host of outdoor adventures at the Pipestem Adventure Zone at Pipestem Resort State Park.
Recreation

Pipestem Resort State Park welcomes new adventure zone

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Adventure enthusiasts are invited to the mountains of southern West Virginia May 26 for the...

Lodging

A horse-drawn carriage tours the historic ground of Capon Springs Resort.

Capon Springs offers 30-percent state resident discount

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Capon Springs Resort is offering a 30-percent discount on vacation packages for West Virginia residents in association with the state's West Virginia Strong program,...
Inn at Glade Springs Resort

Glade Springs resort suspends operations until April 20

One of the first Tru by Hilton hotel properties in West Virginia is expected to open in Beckley, West Virginia (WV).

Beckley tourism leaders welcome Hilton hotel, growth

A horse-drawn carriage tours the historic ground of Capon Springs Resort.

Capon Springs celebrates 88th season by changing very little

An Airbnb room awaits guests in Morgantown, West Virginia. Photo courtesy Airbnb.com.

Airbnbs earned record $21k during WVU commencement

Galleries

Pioneer Farm at Twin Falls Resort State Park, West Virginia

Spring photography workshop at Twin Falls set for April 7-9

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Amateur and professional photographers are invited to attend West Virginia's annual spring photography workshop April 7-9 at Twin Falls State Park, which offers some...
Cleaned ramps in Bowl

New gallery displays best of West Virginia ramp fare

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Have you ever seen a ramp or attended a ramp dinner? Proud West Virginia fans of the ramp are sharing photos of their favorite...

Real Estate

The tower on the McMaster's residence looks out across the historic landscape in Charles Town, West Virginia.

Home at site of abolitionist John Brown's hanging for sale

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In the market for a new home? The Victorian mansion built on the site of abolitionist John Brown’s 1859 hanging in Charles Town is...
Shade trees were planted at Maplecrest to keep the residence cool in summer.

Tree planting can increase property value in urban West Virginia

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Money grows on trees when it comes to residential and commercial property value, according to a professor of urban forestry at West Virginia University:...
The valley of Indian Creek in Monroe County wanders through scenic farmscapes.

Sleepy valley of Indian Creek grows as a residential destination

The large veranda along the front of the tavern is among the architectural highlights noted in the landmark's nomination to the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in 1800, historic New River Gorge landmark for sale

Gandy Creek enters the legendary Sinks-of-Gandy Cave on a frigid morning. Photo courtesy Rick Burgess.

West Virginia landmark "Sinks of Gandy" still up for sale

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Gift of vacation cabin aids flood recovery in Greenbrier Valley

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