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The class will collect folklore from the region, attempt to understand the collected samples, and compile the regional treasures into a book.

New River college sets fall Appalachian writing class

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New River Community and Technical College will offer an Appalachian Folklore and Heritage Writing class at its Nicholas County Campus in Summersville, West Virginia,...
Endangered historic structures such as those in downtown Beckley will benefit from increased funding through the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia.

National Park Service awards W.Va. preservation alliance $550,000

Ida remnants are predicted to reach the Mountain State by Tuesday evening and track northeast through Thursday.

Gov. issues "State of Preparedness" ahead of Ida remnants

"It's such a wonderful program to get involved in," said Rebecca Linger, who owns a certified wild yard.

State encouraging landowners to apply for Wild Yard certification

Berries at a farmer's market

Create Buckhannon awarded 2021 gift for agricultural innovation

Attractions

UTVs gather at the Ashland Resort in McDowell County.

W.Va. State U. promoting Hatfield-McCoy ATV tourism

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Chris Zeto’s everyday duties range from community outreach and marketing assistance to explaining the history of the pepperoni roll. An extension agent for West Virginia...
Hunting is permitted in parts of the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. (Photo courtesy Julian Hanslmaier)

Autumn hunting regs in New River Gorge national park unchanged

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Hunting regulations in the newly established New River Gorge National Park & Preserve will remain unchanged for the autumn 2021 hunting season, despite the...
New River Gorge Bridge, Fayetteville, West Virginia, New River Gorge Region

New River Gorge National Park officials warn to expect crowds

Battle Reenactment at Canaan Valley Resort

Canaan Valley hosts reenactments, outdoor adventure June 18-20

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

Recreation

A hunter addresses his dogs during an autumn hunt. (Photo courtesy Seth Schulte)
Hunting

Seasons set for dove, snipe, sora, woodcock, Virginia rails

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The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced 2021-'22 hunting season dates and bag limits...
2021 National Hunting & Fishing Days celebration to take place at Adventure on! Freedom Festival Sept. 10-12 with free general admission.
Recreation

W.Va. Hunting and Fishing Days moves to New River Gorge

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Officials say West Virginia's annual Hunting and Fishing Days celebration on Sept. 10-12 will look...
Biologists have introduced two changes to 2021-'22 waterfowl regulations.
Hunting

W.Va. DNR sets new waterfowl regulations for 2021-2022

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Officials at the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources have announced waterfowl regulations for the 2021-'22...

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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